2019 Chamber AGM Package
Download material for the 2019 Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce AGM
TCCC-AGM 2019 SupportingDocuments
Chamber hosting Spring Ice Breaker at Raging Crow
Join us at our new Spring Ice Breaker social event!
March 26th, 4-6pm. Raging Crow Distillery, North River
To encourage shopping local, we are welcoming members currently offering a Member-to-Member (M2M) discount to bring information or promotional materials about their offers to showcase at this special social event. This will give members a chance to “break the ice” with one-on-one conversations and learn about current offers while having the opportunity to take a break from winter weather and network.
It is also an opportunity for members considering participation in the program to find out more details.
Raging Crow Distillery will be providing samples of their products and light snacks will be provided.
This is a free event open to Members (including all employees) and their friends.
Come break the ice with us to learn more about other businesses in the network that can help you save money and strengthen your local business connections.
RSVP to [email protected] by March 20. M2M participants should let us know in advance if they require table space.
Share Your Bright Idea!
Young entrepreneurs (under age 25) are invited to apply to the Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce to showcase their products and services at the WTH Youth Expo, April 27, 2019
Selected applicants will join us at the Chamber's expo booth.
How to apply: Send us a 200-word essay detailing your business. It may be submitted here, emailed to [email protected], dropped off or mailed to 605 Prince St., Truro, NS, B2N 1G2
Deadline: April 5, 2019
Those selected will be contacted by a member of the Chamber's Youth Engagement, Investment and Retention Committee by April 12 to confirm participation.
CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION
EBAY / E Commerce skills development program / FREE program
Applications are now open for Retail Revival – a new e-commerce training program by that empowers businesses in Halifax and Nova Scotia to grow. Retail Revival is eBay’s comprehensive training and support program that empowers “main street” retailers to thrive locally by taking full advantage of the digital marketplace and accessing new customers around the world.
Learn more at www.ebayinc.com/halifax and apply by February 22, 2019.
Ideal Retail Revival Sellers: I have attached a description for the ideal companies. A few key points:
- A businesses desire to grow their e-commerce business is paramount
- A commitment to spending time (apx 10 hrs/week) on their e-commerce business is what will make a difference for any business (ie: listing new items, taking photos, packing, shipping, responding to inquiries)
- eBay doesn’t sell food items in Canada
eBays’ Retail Revival Program should be of interest to any SME looking at enhancing or developing their eCommerce platform. The free program is designed to help Nova Scotia retailers, resellers and/or manufacturers. It’s a 12-month commitment - providing one-on-one support, training, eBay Concierge services, free storefront, etc. Details attached.
The application deadline is this Friday, Feb 22. The application is quick and easy. If Truro | Colchester businesses need assistance, they can connect directly with Emily Neil at the Halifax Partnership. Her line is 902-223-6821 and email is [email protected]
A taxing issue for Canada
Remember the days where important working files were saved on a floppy disc, not the cloud? Or bills were paid via mail, not just instantly with the touch of a button on your smartphone? Lots has changed in the last few decades, but unfortunately, the same cannot be said for Canadian taxation. The last time Canada undertook a comprehensive review of its tax system, humankind had yet to set foot on the moon.
It has been five decades of the same old and, sure, it is no a secret that nobody likes the tax man, but that does not mean he should be ignored. Canada has a choice, either keep pace with the rapid rate of change or be left behind.
Now more than ever, it is crucial we recognize a modernized tax system can be a key driver of Canada’s business innovation and economic growth. So, what else needs to change? How does it need to change? And most importantly, why is our federal tax system 41st in the world when it comes to the time it takes Canadians to prepare and pay taxes? All of these questions and more are addressed in our latest report, 50 Years of Cutting and Pasting: Modernizing Canada’s Tax System.
You can also read this month’s 5MinsForBusinessTaxRoyalCommission190212 to find out about the benefits of a Royal Commission on taxation. Instead of dreading tax time, it is time we understand why we need to push it directly into the spotlight.
BUSINESS BUILDER BREAKFAST - Finding Your Inner Champion
Join us for a presentation by Robert Shea, Client Consultant for Caliper Canada, on building your staff for success!
Tuesday, December 12th 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Marigold Cultural Centre
*FREE EVENT*
To reserve your seat, please call (902) 895-6328 or email [email protected].
Lunch & Learn with Richard Fewell
Join us Monday, December 4th from 12 - 1 p.m. at the Stewiacke Legion for a Lunch & Learn on buying & selling a business with Richard Fewell, Controller at White LeBlanc Wealth Planners.
To RSVP, please call (902) 895-6328 or email [email protected]
$10 + tax – everyone welcome!
Meet & Greet with Anne MacDonnell
Join us for a meet & greet with Anne on Dec 4th from 1-2 pm at the Stewiacke legion. Refreshments will be provided.
Everyone welcome!
ATTRACTING SMALL BUSINESS
Join us for a business networking breakfast featuring:
Greg Forbes, Chairman of NSCDA
Nick Langley, Office of Regulatory Affairs and Service Effectiveness
Darrell Kuhn, President & CEO of Community Credit Union
Andrea Jackson, Community Development Manager for Community Credit Union
Following the presentation, there will be a roundtable discussion on barriers to business growth in local areas.
$10 plus tax – everyone welcome!
RSVP by calling 902-895-6328 or email [email protected]
Chamber hosting Project Management Professional training program
Chamber hosting
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Examination Preparation Program Training
From Sept. 6 to Nov. 8, 2017
Ten weekly sessions: 1 PM to 4:30 PM on Thursdays
If you qualify, the course fee of $5,000 will be covered by Workplace Innovation and Productivity Skills Incentive Funding (WIPSI) by applying through the Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce. Space is limited so apply early.
The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is one of the most highly regarded and in-demand certifications today. Many organizations manage their work as projects, and knowing the Project Management Institute's (PMI) proven methodologies is an asset to anyone who manages projects.
To get a PMP certification, you need to meet PMI's experience and educational requirements, and pass an exam geared to project management knowledge. This program prepares you thoroughly for the exam.
The facilitator, Dan Fay, M.Eng., PMP, of BrenDaniel Productions Corp. has assisted thousands of individuals and organizations in getting their PMP certification.
35 hours of education in project management
Project Management Institute (PMI) membership and Nova Scotia Chapter membership
The PMP Certification Examination Application Fee
The Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)
Audio files for PMP Preparation, from BrenDaniel's e-learning system
A Workbook
Practice Tests
Guidance on your PMP application
Coffee/tea and snacks during the course
To learn more,
please come to an information session and lunch at the Chamber on July 20, from noon to 1 PM.
Contact the Chamber office to register:
902-895-6328 or [email protected]
Why Become a PMP?
* You will produce better business results
*Studies show PMP's earn higher salaries than non-certified Project Managers
*You will have the confidence that you are managing your projects according to an international standard
*You will experience smoother running projects as you will have tools and techniques from project definition, planning, execution, monitoring and control and closing.
*Your organization will benefit from better communications, leadership and implemented processes.
