Fall Flavours Festival
Join us as we celebrate Fall with our Annual Fall Flavours Festival on September 26th.
From 6-9pm at the Truro Farmers Market we will celebrate local with over 12 chefs using as many local ingredients to create delicious appetizers, main courses, and desserts for our guests to sample. We will also have local beer, wine, and spirit samples as well as live music, cash bar, and LOTS of prizes! Guests will vote on their favourite dishes from each category and our top chefs will receive a prize. We will also be featuring a Guest Chef!
Tickets are limited. Please call Amanda at (902)895-6328, or email [email protected] to reserve yours
Chamber soliciting feedback on need for E-commerce education
Dear Valued Chamber Member;
The Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce is committed to providing educational opportunities for our members.
This questionnaire is to determine the interest and needs for E-commerce training for our members. If you are interested in implementing or upgrading your e-commerce business, or just want to learn more about 'How To' for E-commerce, please take a few minutes to fill out this questionnaire as it will help us to understand what topics need to be covered by those interested.
All results will be kept confidential.
We would also ask you to take a few minutes to view your listing on our online member's directory on the Chamber website, www.trurocolchesterchamber.com . Please email updates to [email protected]. Members are also welcome to call the office to share any updated information 902-895-6328.
CLICK HERE to participate in the four-question survey
5 Minutes for Business: Latest on Canada-U.S. Tariffs
5 Minutes for Business: Latest on Canada-U.S. Tariffs
In this edition of 5 Minutes for Business, Canadian Chamber of Commerce Director of International Affairs, Mark Agnew, takes stock of the latest Canada-U.S. tariffs and examines what could come next and how it could impact Canadian business.
On June 1—and in the absence of any cogent justification—Canadian steel was hit with a 25% tariff and aluminum with a 10% tariff. Unfortunately, these actions necessitated a proportionate response to attempt to encourage the U.S. administration to reverse these unwarranted tariffs on Canadian exports.
At time of writing, there has been relative silence from President Trump on Canada’s retaliatory tariffs. But, how long will he remain quiet and what will be his next move?
Read 5 Minutes for Business to learn more.
Canadian Chamber: Immediate retaliatory action required in response to U.S. steel and aluminum tariffs
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Luncheon with Andrew Scheer, Leader of the Opposition
Join us May 31st for a conversation with Andrew Scheer, Leader of the Opposition, Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada on Thursday, May 31st from 12:30-1:30 pm at the Best Western Glengarry, 150 Willow Street, Truro
$25+tax for members / $30+tax for future members
Please call (902) 895-6328 or email [email protected] to register
Third Annual Lobster and Steak Kitchen Party
This event supports our local fishery.
Promote your business with video workshop
Book early for our next Business Builder Breakfast! Erik Muckle with Truro Nissan will join us to share a presentation on how to promote your business with video. He has been creating his own video marketing materials and will share how he has grown his customer base by posting them on social media.
The breakfast will be held May 22, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.at the Marigold Cultural Centre. A light breakfast is served. This event is offered free of charge, sponsored by White LeBlanc Wealth Planners, Hollis Wealth. To reserve a seat call 902-895-6328 or email [email protected]
The Business Builder Breakfast series connects members offering peer support and coaching. It is held once a month, 10 months of the year from September until June on a variety of topics to support business. It is offered free of charge. For more information contact the Chamber office.
Golf Tournament June 8, Mountain Golf Club.
Annual Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce, members and guests Best ball scramble. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m., shotgun start at 9 a.m.
Registration costs $400 per team plus HST, or $100 for individual golfers. Includes: 18-holes of golf, golf cart rental, chicken dinner, snacks, Prize draws, Hole-in-one prizes. RSVP by June 4, [email protected], or call 902-895-6328
Truro & Colchester Partnership Seeking Input for Strategic Direction
April 06, 2018
NEWS RELEASE
Truro & Colchester Partnership Seeking Input for Strategic Direction
TRURO, NOVA SCOTIA —. The Partnership officially formed late in 2017 and is tasked with improving economic development in the Colchester region, supporting business growth in communities.
A series of more than eight community focus groups have been planned offering Businesses and residents an opportunity to provide vital input. People may also submit information to the organization online.
“Developing a regional strategy requires a regional approach,” said Mark Wood, Partnership Chairman. “We need the current pulse of our region’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities & threats. Getting input and thoughtful, evidence-based ideas from our communities across the Colchester region is essential.”
The two-hour focus groups will be held from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at various locations across the county including Stewiacke, Bass River, Millbrook and Tatamagouche with the remaining sessions taking place within the Truro and Bible Hill region. Details can be accessed online via the Partnership’s website at www.tcpep.ca.
The Truro and Colchester Partnership for Economic Prosperity is a newly established Regional Enterprise Network (REN) supported by the towns of Truro and Stewiacke, the County of Colchester, Millbrook First Nation, the business community through the Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce and the Province of Nova Scotia.
Chamber Job Opportunity -Part-time Events Co-ordinator
The Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce is looking to add a dedicated, flexible, organized, resourceful individual to its team to fill the role of part-time events co-ordinator. This position is responsible for assisting with event planning and coordination, as well as member services.
Minimum 12 hours per week, plus additional hours as required during events.
Job Description/ Qualifications:
- Assist with planning and coordinating Chamber Events such as: monthly Lunch & Learns, Political Engagements, Curling Bonspiel, Annual Gala, Kitchen Party, Fall Flavours Festival, Annual Fun Golf Tournament, Small Business Week, and other business related events
- Calculate budgets and ensure they are adhered to
- Book talent, including musicians, bands, and disc jockeys
- Select chefs or catering companies to prepare food for event
- Visit venue to plan layout of seating and decorations
- Schedule speakers, vendors, and participants
- Coordinate and monitor event timelines and ensure deadlines are met
- Initiates, coordinates and/or participates in all efforts to publicize event
- Edit and design promotional materials
- Prepare presentations
- Negotiate and secure event space
- Secure sponsorships
- Manage registration lists
- Manage correspondence
- Coordinate event logistics, including registration and attendee tracking, presentation and materials support and pre- and post-event
- Keep inventory of decorations and other display materials
- Develop and distribute weekly E-Newsletter
- Maintain event calendar on Chamber website
- Development of promotional material and liaising with current and potential members
- Assist the Executive Director and Office Administrator with duties as assigned
- Experience in event planning and working in the not-for-profit sector with an elected board considered an asset
Please forward your resume and cover letter to [email protected] . This job opportunity will remain posted until a suitable candidate is selected.
We thank all candidates who apply but only those who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.