Business helping business
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Small Business Awards Gala 2010
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It is time once again to honour our local merchants and citizens. The Wainwright & District Chamber of Commerce Small Business Awards Gala will be held on 22 Oct 10, and we ask that you take the time to nominate those that you believe should be recognized for their service to the community. Some of the categories have changed and some criteria has changed as well. Please read the form closely to ensure that you are nominating in the proper category and that all requirements are fulfilled. If you have any questions please call the Chamber office at 780-842-4910.
ChamberCHATTER June Edition…
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Stampede Downtown 2010
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This year’s Stampede Downtown was loaded with fun and packed with funseekers! The food was great, and there was lots of it to sample. And how about that weather? Fantastically tailored to this event! Estimates put the crowd at over 1000 people taking in the festivities, all of whom we are certain had a good time. Thank you to everyone for coming out to kick off the 57th Annual Wainwright Stampede.
Competitive events in the festival included, Chili Cook-off, Obstacle Course Race, Bike Decorating Contest, and 4-on-4 Hockey. We did not have as many competitors as were anticipated so will be working hard to recruit more teams for next year. Organizers are already discussing next year’s festival so if you have suggestions or would like to help organize a competition be sure to get in touch with the Chamber.
In the Chili Cookoff, prizes were awarded for, hottest, mildest and tastiest, and teams were awarded for best costume and most enthusiasm. The winners, respectively were, Red Hot Chili Mamas, Chili Dogs and Royal LePage in the chili category, CSS All Stars and Canadian Crusaders in the presentation category.
The Bike Decorating Contest was judged in three categories, Best Boy’s Two Wheeler, Best Girl’s Two Wheeler and Best Three Wheeler, with all prizes awarded to one industrious family. Reese Way took away the Boy’s, Peyton Way, the Girl’s, and the Tricycle prize went to Makenna Way.
The Obstacle Course top prize was awarded to Wainwright Credit Union. The event proved a hit among the young people, so will get extra consideration to create adult and youth categories for next year.
4-on-4 Hockey had only entrants in the over 16 category. This event will be looked at closely during the coming year in the aim of better preparation and training time for all the teams.
Congratulations to all winners, and thank you to all teams for your enthusiastic participatition in this year’s competitions.
Photo credits: RC Pierce.
We would like to acknowledge the generous support received from all the sponsors for this event, including Wainwright Economic Development Board, Wainwright Harbor Hotel and Travel Alberta. Thank you to our partners, Parent Link Centre and Military Family Resource Centre.
4-on-4 Hockey was generously sponsored by, Ti-Ag Implements NEW HOLLAND Agriculture, Alberta Heath Services, Roy Pierce, T-Shirts Plus, West Coast Amusements and Star News (the EDGE). Thank you, and we hope we can count on your support in next year’s tournament.
Wainwright & District Chamber of Commerce wishes to thank all the people without whose energy and enthusiasism we could not have accomplished this event. Our volunteers are the cornerstone of this organization, and your support most gratefully appreciated.
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Superior Show Donates to MFRC
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On behalf of Superior Show Service, the Chamber presented the MFRC with a cheque for $1,500. The donation was for the exceptional assistance that CFB gave the Chamber and Superior Show Service during the set up and tear down of the 2010 Trade Show and Sale.
Photo credit: Sheri Ducolon.
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Wainwright Trade Show & Sale 2010
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The Wainwright & District Chamber of Commerce is proud to have presented this annual showcase for businesses and organizations.
On behalf of The Chamber of Commerce We would like to thank all of our volunteers and sponsors for the hard work and time they donated to the Trade Show. Without your help the Trade Show would not have been such a success, even with the Snow Storm everyone showed up, such commitment is very much appreciated. Thank You. ~Judy Beek, Trade Show Manager.
Nature rages but Trade Show & Sale goes on
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Exhibitors and spectators braved the worst storm we had all winter to present and attend this year’s fair… True prairie spirit! It may have been blustery outside, but the warm atmosphere indoors made for a wonderful fair experience. Thank you to everyone for all your good cheer and enthusiasm. We intend to ride on this wave into next year’s Trade Show & Sale 2011.
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For information about the next Trade Show & Sale, please call 780-842-4910,
Contact.Photo credits: RC Pierce.
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Let Your Voice Be Heard!
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Did you know… As a Chamber we advocate for business. Send us your concerns and issues! For more information call 780-842-4910.
It’s Your Chamber
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The Wainwright and District Chamber Commerce has a mission to tell the world about this beautiful community and all it has to offer its citizens, organizations and businesses.
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C — Commitment to promoting & working to improve trade, commerce & the economic welfare.
H — Helping & promoting local businesses.
A — Attitude; positive, constructive & creative thinking, seeking solutions & seeing opportunities.
M — Membership; our strength lies in the number & diversity of our membership.
B — Belonging is more than an investment in the future; it’s an opportunity to make a difference.
E — Enthusiasm; with which the Chamber looks optimistically on the challenges ahead.
R — Referrals that get your company’s name out to those in need of your products & services. -
If you are not a member yet, please fill out the form and become one! Membership has many benefits, with value added benefits and services, as well.
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Chamber Bucks Program
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Need a gift for an employee, friend, teacher, or someone who’s just hard to buy for? The Wainwright & District Chamber of Commerce has your solution. Chamber Bucks! These are gift certificates that can be used for products and services at any local participating merchant.
The Chamber Bucks program is designed to promote “Shop Wainwright first”; their use ensures that your shopping dollars stay and benefit our community.
Anyone can purchase Chamber Bucks at the Chamber of Commerce office. They are sold in denominations of $10, $20, $25, $50 & $100. There is no cash value. Therefore, when spent, the entire value must be used, no change is given.
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
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What Can I Buy With Chamber Bucks?
Whatever you would like. They are redeemable by many local merchants for any goods and services they provide.
How do I know who redeems Chamber Bucks?
Ask where you shop. If the cashier or manager is not sure about the program they can contact the Chamber office at 780-842-4910. They will see how easy it is for them to participate, no registration, just acceptance.
How are Chamber Bucks redeemed?
Consumers:
Just present them as payment for your purchase. They are the same as a gift certificate. There is no cash value and no change is given, therefore, you have to use the full amount of the certificate for your purchase.Merchants:
Treat the Chamber Bucks as you would any gift certificate. Ensure that you fill out the back of the certificate completely. Create an invoice for the total value of Chamber Bucks that you are redeeming and send the invoice and the Chamber Bucks to the Chamber office for payment (the certificates must accompany the invoice). If your business does accept Chamber Bucks, please ensure that your cashiers are aware of the program so that there is no confusion with customers. Merchants, that are Chamber members, will receive a handling bonus as indicated on the back of the certificate.When do Chamber Bucks expire?
Under Alberta law any gift certificate that has been purchased (i.e. money was exchanged) cannot have an expiry date. Chamber Bucks do not have an expiry date.
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2009 Home Page Postings
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Items that appeared here during the past year have been assembled for perusal in The Year In Review page.
Thirteen Things — Revisited
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Some years back we re-published a 14-part article by Doug Griffiths, MLA (Battle River Wainwright Constituency). Along the way, links to this article have been inadvertantly removed, making it out of reach to readers unless they arrive from a search results page or a blog link. Here, then, is a restored link to the article, which remains as poignant today as it was when Doug first examined the scenario and parodied it in the work.
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