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Richmond to host the 62nd B.C. Chamber of Commerce annual conference in ’14
O
ver this past weekend, delegates
from the Richmond Chamber
of Commerce attended the
61st Annual B.C. Chamber of
Commerce AGM and Conference,
hosted by the Greater Nanaimo
Chamber of Commerce. In 2014
Richmond will host this annual event
which brings hundreds of participants
from across the Province for a weekend
of networking, policy discussions, and
live expert panels. The highlight of this
year’s event was the announcement
that the Vancouver Board of Trade is
now officially a member of the B.C.
Chamber of Commerce, bringing
the total membership up to 36,000
businesses across B.C.
The Richmond Chamber of
Commerce was co-author of four
policies which were passed on the floor
this year and will appear in the B.C.
Chamber 2013/14 Policy and Positions
Manual which is distributed to policy
makers across B.C. and Canada to
guide in the formulation of sound
public policy. Below is a summary
of the four policies which Richmond
was involved with on behalf of our
membership and the community:
Fraser River Flood
Management
The Richmond Chamber of
Commerce believes it is critical
that the Provincial and Federal
government begin working with local
governments and First Nations to
develop a comprehensive, proactive,
long-term strategy to maintain the very
powerful and harnessed Fraser River.
A major flood would result in severe
social, economic and environmental
impacts, including billions of dollars in
damage to private and public property,
temporary loss of infrastructure and
community services and disruption
of business and trade. In addition to
activity and 10% of
the National GDP.
Without federal support
of navigable waters
the ability to develop
and grow this vital
transportation route
to the Asia Pacific
will be limited. The
Richmond Chamber
of Commerce believes
that it is time the
Federal Government,
the Province, and First
Nations develop a
proactive long-term
strategy to restore and
maintain the Fraser
River as a sustainable
transportation route.
This national heritage
river is the backbone
of transportation
for the Asia-Pacific
Gateway and is of
Richmond Chamber of Commerce
Executive Director Craig Jones with the great economic value
emcee of this year’s conference, Gloria to the entire country.
Streamlining and
Macarenko from CBC Vancouver.
facilitating a process
this threat, sea-level rise is imminent,
that allows this
which will require significant dyking
essential transportation channel to be
upgrades in coming years. As a driving
maintained and prosper will be crucial
factor in Canada’s economic prosperity, to Canada’s economic future for
and the backbone of the province, the
generations to come.
Fraser River must be maintained to
Intermunicipal Mobile
ensure economic prosperity and growth Business License
and public safety.
The Richmond Chamber believes
Fraser River Navigation
Management
The Fraser is the largest river in
British Columbia, traversing 1,400
hundred kilometers from its base
at Mt. Robson, to its mouth at the
Salish Sea; in addition to being one
of the most economically significant
waterways in the country, accounting
for 80% of provincial economic
that the benefits of Intermunicipal
mobile business licenses to local
governments, business, and residents
have been successfully demonstrated
by the success of the OkanaganSimilkameen, Fraser Valley, and
other pilot programs across the
Province. Despite the clear benefits,
the program has been slow to expand
which maintains increased costs for
local governments, businesses, and
ultimately results in higher fees for the
taxpayer. It is hoped that the continued
introduction of regional mobile license
programs is an interim step towards
the eventual goal of a single, province
wide, equitable licensing program for
all business.
Improving Air Access for the
Benefit of the Economy
British Columbia has a great deal
to lose if Canada’s aviation policy
is not liberalized. By one estimate,
restrictive air access policies result
in an estimated $800M loss to B.C.’s
GDP by discouraging traffic growth.
Although it is a sound policy in
theory, Blue Sky Agreements have
not resulted in the changes required
to make Canada’s aviation industry
globally competitive. With its position
as Canada’s Pacific Gateway, British
Columbia is particularly vulnerable
to the negative effects of an aviation
policy that does not encourage
competition. The lack of progress on
this issue has significant consequences
for the economic health of Metro
Vancouver. As home to the Vancouver
International Airport the Richmond
Chamber of Commerce firmly believes
that we must negotiate open skies
policies to create a fair opportunity for
those willing to provide air access to
Canadian cities.
Advocacy is one of the primary
roles of Chambers of Commerce.
The Richmond Chamber provides the
business community with a united
voice, addressing important local and
global issues. A strong membership
ensures that we can continue to work
on behalf of our members to help
build a robust economy and strong
community. Please contact us at 604278-2822 or www.richmondchmaber.
ca for additional information.
UpcomingEvents
Friday, May 31
Richmond Chamber of Commerce
1st Annual Community Shred.
11am-2pm at Lansdowne Centre,
North West Corner.
First 3 boxes by donation, extra
boxes $5 each.
Wednesday, June 12
Strictly Networking Breakfast
Sponsored by Krownhead
Contracting Ltd.
Business Tomorrow Starts Here
Today! Best Western Abercorn Inn,
9260 Bridgeport Road.
Registration & Breakfast: 7am Strictly
Networking 7:30– 9am.
Members: $20 (incl GST) NonMembers: $30 (incl GST)
Tuesday, June 18
Tech Tuesday
Richmond Chamber Boardroom,
#101-5811 Cooney Road,
Registration: 11:45 am Seminar,
noon-1:30 pm. Limited to 15 Seats –
Complimentary
Tuesday, June 18
Business After 5 hosted by Ikea
Richmond.
3320 Jacombs Rd, 5pm-6:45 pm
Thursday, June 20
88th AGM & Luncheon
Delta Vancouver Airport Hotel, 3500
Cessna Drive. Registration,11:15;
Luncheon, noon-1:30 pm
Monday, June 24
30th Annual Golf Tournament –
Mayfair Lakes Golf & Country Club
Golf $235 + GST per person.
BBQ dinner only $65 + GST.
Please note: reservations are
required for all Chamber Events.
The Richmond Chamber Of Commerce • Published Monthly Chamber Partners:
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The Richmond Chamber of Commerce has been “Proudly serving our community
since 1925”. In partnership with the Richmond Review the Chamber produces
the Business Report once per month. The statements and views expressed in this
monthly publication are not necessarily those of the publisher. This publication’s
intent is to keep Chamber members and prospective members informed on
important information, events and educational items. The Richmond Chamber of
Commerce is located at Suite 101 - South Tower - 5811 Cooney, Road, Richmond,
BC, V6X 3M1. For more information and to reserve tickets for the events, please phone
604-278-2822; Email: [email protected] or see us online: richmondchamber.ca
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This event is supported by Janssen Inc.
Ralph Fisher Auditorium, Richmond Hospital
7000 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC
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Getting social with the RCC
T
he Richmond
Chamber of
Commerce online
directory gives our
members the ability to see
exactly how many referrals
and profile views they
get within a given period
of time. This month, our
members have received
724 referrals on average.
What does that
mean? It means people
are looking for you!
When they find your
organization on our
directory, they’re
able to send a secure
email, view your main
contact person, see your
location on a map as
well as view your
website, phone, and
fax lines.
There are also some
special features new
to the Chamber of
which smart members
should take advantage.
You’ve probably already
invested a bit of time in
social media. Whether
you have an entire
Social Media Marketing
Strategy or just a
salesperson with an
active Twitter account,
let your company tell
your story. When a
visitor to our website
sees your business
among others of the
same category, the
information from your
social media accounts
can play a huge role
in differentiating you
from the competition.
Now, you can link
to your social media
accounts right on your
directory page. Twitter,
LinkedIn, Facebook,
Youtube and many
more are all avenues to
drive customers to your
organization.
Imagine, as a
Chamber member,
you’re looking for
a business advisor.
Because you’re already
an RCC member,
you visit the online
directory for a warm
referral. A list of 12
seemingly equally
qualified consultants
come up as a result
of your search. How
do you choose who to
call? Chances are that
the more information
you can see
immediately, the more
likely you’ll be
to get
a good sense of each
business advisor and be
more able to make an
informed decision.
Wouldn’t you
like to make it easy
for your potential
customers to do
business with you?
For instructions
on adding social
media links to your
directory listing or
accessing your referrals
report, please call the
Richmond Chamber of
Commerce at 604-2782822.
MemberProfile
O
ver 40 years ago, Sandman
Hotel Group opened its first
location in Smithers, BC. Since
then, Sandman has become
Canada’s fastest growing hospitality
company and owns and operates 42
locations across Canada and the UK.
With two beautiful properties centrally
located in Richmond, Sandman
Signature Hotel & Resort Vancouver
and Sandman Hotel Vancouver Airport
both provide convenience, comfort,
and ease of access to all the best
sights and sounds that Vancouver and
Richmond have to offer.
Sandman Signature Hotel & Resort
Vancouver Airport provides the perfect
combination of location, style, and
elegance. Just minutes from YVR,
and offering complimentary shuttle
service, the hotel’s modern décor
is a unique and inviting hospitality
experience.
Large lounges, fireplaces, and
sophisticated rooms provide premium
comfort for all occasions, while
relaxing amenities such as an indoor
heated pool, whirlpool, 225-foot
waterslide, seasonal outdoor pool,
and a Steve Nash Sports Club
make leisure easy and accessible.
Exceptional business facilities
are always available for corporate
business travellers including free
parking and Wi-Fi, meeting rooms,
and delicious dining experiences
at numerous on-site restaurants.
Just 10 minutes from YVR,
Sandman Hotel Vancouver Airport
is the gateway to two great cities:
the diverse and coastal city of
Richmond and the world-class hub
of Vancouver. Situated close to the
Canada Line SkyTrain, travellers
can easily connect to a wide range
of malls, movie theatres, and
shopping centres in Richmond and to
Vancouver’s bustling entertainment,
shopping, and sports districts.
Complimentary shuttle service is
also available to and from the airport,
ensuring effortless travel.
No matter what guests are
looking for, everyone can experience
convenience and ease at its peak
with both Sandman Signature Hotel
& Resort Vancouver Airport and
Sandman Hotel Vancouver Airport.
Diabetes Foot Screening
To
The Rotary Club of Steveston proudly present
advertise
in
The
Richmond
Chamber Of
The
R.C.M.P Musical Ride
Visiting Richmond on August 28, 2013
• Tips to keep your healthy lifestyle on track
Monthly
A nominal fee is charged for this service. Free for
More Rewards cardholders. Bare feet will be required
for proper screening.
Newsletter
please
contact
Wednesday, June 5
9am - 1pm
5186 - 48th Avenue, Ladner
604-946-4474
Lesley Smith
at
or by email:
lesley@
richmondreview
• A screening for diabetes-related foot problems
• A medication action plan
Commerce
604-247-3705
If you’re living with diabetes, book a consultation with
our Certified Diabetes Educator and receive:
Coming to Twin Oaks Equestrian Center - 13671 # 3 Road, Richmond
Time:
Gates Open 5:30PM
Pre Show starts 6:15PM
Musical Ride begins 7:15PM
Tickets:
Adult $10.00 (12 yrs. and older)
Child $5.00 (6 yrs. to 11 yrs)
Kids Free (5 or younger)
Wednesday, June 5
2pm - 6pm
3000 - 11666 Steveston Hwy
604-448-1203
“RAIN OR SHINE”
Sponsored by:
.com
pharmacy
Tickets available at any G & F Financial institution in
Richmond or go online to www.stevestonrotary.org
richmondchamber.ca
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Amuleta
Reid Hurst Nagy Small Business
Seminar Series: “Creative Strategies
for Your Business and Protecting the Cash
Engine” with The Dupuis Langen Group
Thursday, May 30, 6:30 – 8:30 pm. It is
vital to your organization to protect your
investment of time, money and hard work
that you put into your business. Topics
include how to protect your key people;
minimize the tax you pay on retained
earnings; how best to save for retirement;
and strategies to create tax efficient cash
flow in retirement from corporate assets.
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Computer Security Inc.
IT network professionals
and licensed Private
Investigator firm for cyber
crime investigations.
604-230-8114
Dale Jackaman
President
[email protected]
http://amuleta.com
Entrepreneurial Success
Network hosts their Summer Business
EXPO Thursday June 13th, 2013 at
the Executive Inn and Suites- 7311
Westminster Hwy, Richmond. Expect 65
Trade Tables – 500 attendees as well as
free business seminars and door prizes.
Pre-register for free at www.esnorg.org
Regulated under the Security and
Services Act and Regulations of BC
Around The Chamber
Art Dreams Creative
#113 - 408 East Kent South
Vancouver, BC V5X 2X7
P: (604) 324-7373
[email protected]
Contact: NaomiTopuzoglu
TICKETS
GOING FAST!
Multi-Platinum Pop/Rock
Bell Mobility
Gin Blossoms
2925 Virtual Way, Suite 400
Vancouver, BC V5M 4X5
P: (604) 626-8181
F: (604) 678-4160
[email protected]
Contact: Sir James Barlow
Friday & Saturday, June 14 & 15 at 8 pm
Tickets from $39*
Boughton Law Corp.
Host of NBC’sref
700-595 Burrard St.
Vancouver, BC V7E 3B4
P: (604) 647-4167
[email protected]
Contact: Xinnan Wang
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Complete Health Centre
Comedian
tom papa
Friday & Saturday, July 19 & 20 at 8 pm
Tickets from $23
*
#165 - 9040 Blundell Road
Richmond, BC V6X 3M1
P: (604) 630-1780
[email protected]
Contact: Raymond Fung
Kwong Fung Food
2051 No.6 Road
Richmond, BC V6V 1P3
P: (604) 278-3373
F: (604) 278-3374
[email protected]
Contact: Simon Wong
Life Celebrant BC
Ultimate elvis Champion
JUstin shandor
Saturday, August 24 at 8 pm
3020 Garry Street
Richmond, BC V7E 2S4
P: (604) 448-0044
[email protected]
Contact: Kimberly Evans
North America
Ctrip Vacation Ltd.
#232 - 10451 Shellbridge Way
Richmond , BC V6X 2W8
P: (604) 276-0622
F: (604) 276-0422
[email protected]
Contact: Sophia Yi
Peace Arch
Business Center
8105 Birch Bay Square Street
Blaine, WA 98230
P: (360) 366-8500
F: (360) 366-1001
[email protected]
Contact: Katrina Petty
Pita Pit
#485 - 9100 Blundell Rd.
Richmond, BC V6Y 3X9
P: (604) 244-7482
F: (604) 273-7482
[email protected]
Contact: Navreet Dhillon
BEST
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*Buy Show Tickets Service Charge Free
at the Casino Box Office. Prices with
Rewards Club Card.
LATE NIGHT
SPECIALS
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120 - 800 West Pender
Vancouve , BC V6C 2V6
P: (604) 685-1016
F: (604) 685-1029
[email protected]
Contact: Mark Dauphinee
Adult $10.95
Child $7.95
Visit our website to meet the whole team!
With Flair Home
Staging & Redesign
3060 Broadway Street
Richmond, BC V7E 2W9
P: (604) 837-4990
F: (604) 277-7324
[email protected]
Contact: Maureen Duns
BEST VALUE
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Ssation
#210 – 13900 Maycrest Way,
Richmond, BC V6V 3E2
Telephone: (604) 270-1142
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.dupuislangen.com
June
SUMMER STARTS HERE!
CM
LATE NIGHT
(9:30 onwards)
Adult $13.95
Child $8.95
MY
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• DINNER UP TO AND OVER 100 ITEMS
• LATE NIGHT OVER 60 ITEMS (Sashimi Available)
TAKE OUT MENU 20% OFF
A LA CARTE MENU AVAILABLE
Despina Williams, GBA
CORPORATE ESTATE PLANNING
7500 Lowland Drive
Richmond, BC V5J 5A4
P: (604) 331-1567
F: (604) 325-1350
[email protected]
Contact: Miu Miu Yee Ng
STARTING AT
Adult $20.95
Child $10.95
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PERSONAL FINANCIAL PLANNING
What’s In
Publishing & Media Inc.
DINNER
Diane Dupuis, CFP, CLU, CHFC, CHS
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PROGRAMS
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Available June 1 - 27, 2013
159
$
Spa Bunglaow Studio
PLUS enjoy a $25 resort credit daily to spend at
any one of three on-site restaurants, the Grotto Spa
or at the Pines Gift Shop
Some restrictions may apply. Speak to a reservationist for details.
Taxes and gratuities are additional.
MENU HIGHLIGHTS
LUNCH
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VBCE
(Vancouver Bullion &
Currency Exchange)
FEATURING:
In Richmond
Owned by Upper Skagit Indian Tribe. Casino opens at 9 am daily.
Must be 21 or older with valid ID to enter casino, buffet or attend shows.
Management reserves all rights. All prices in U.S. dollars.
BP-T
PO Box 28064
Richmond, BC V6X 3M1
P: (604) 365-3584
[email protected]
Contact: Stephen Robb
All You Can Eat!
(9:30pm onwards)
LUNCH
On I-5 at Exit 236 • theskagit.com • 1-877-275-2448
A Division of Dupuis Langen Financial Management (1985) Ltd.
Richmond Delta
Youth Orchestra
M
LUNCH
On page 1 of the May 24 flyer, the Samsung 55”/60” F6300
Series Smart Slim LED TV (UN55F6300AFXZC/UN60F6300AFXZC) and 280-Watt 2.1 Channel
Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer (HW-F450) (WebCode:
10243931/10243930+10241990) package was advertised
with incorrect specifications. Please be advised that these
TVs CANNOT transmit sound to the soundbar without wires,
as previously advertised. Also, on page 20, the laundry pair:
Samsung 4.1 Cu. Ft. Front-Load Washer (WF361BVBEWR) and 7.3 Cu. Ft. Dryer (DV361BVBEWR) (WebCode:
10236740/10236734) was advertised with an incorrect price.
Please be advised that the CORRECT price for this laundry
pair is $1399.98 with the “Buy More Save More” promotion.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have
caused our valued customers.
THE DUPUIS LANGEN GROUP
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All-You-Can-Eat
In Richmond
Tickets from $20*
2008 - 2560 Shell Road
Richmond, BC V6X 0B8
P: (604) 278-0860
F: (604) 278-0816
[email protected]
Contact: Amy Wong
JK Real Estate &
Financial Services Inc.
#220 - 3771 Jacombs Rd.
Richmond, BC V6V 2L9
P: (604) 617-9068
[email protected]
Contact: James Kuok
FUTURE SHOP CORRECTION NOTICE
Powerwell Publicity
& Display Production
Company
6081 No 3 Rd
Richmond, BC V6Y 2B2
P: (877) 255-7788
F: (604) 272-1233
[email protected]
Contact: Mary Xing
or BUSINESS
Phone: 604-251-2121
Email: [email protected]
Second Annual Richmond Day of
Caring is Saturday, June 8, 2013 from
8:30am to 12:30pm at the Richmond
Sharing Farm. Please invite your family,
friends, and associates to join us for this
special event. You will be assisting with
Richmond Sharing Farm’s spring growing
season. Snacks and t-shirts will be
provided to volunteers.
HyperSecu Information
Systems Inc.
YOUR HOME
Security Systems • DVRs
CCTV Cameras • Investigations
Consulting • Debugging
Richmond Continuing Education
is reviewing its mandate and programs
with the goal to better serve the
Richmond community. You are invited
to attend a FREE Community Forum
on Wednesday, May 29 from 7 - 8:30
pm at the Brighouse Elementary,
Neighbourhood Learning Centre;
WelcomeNewMembers
PROTECT
DINNER
LATE NIGHT
Unlimited Sashimi Options
Prawn Tempura
Salmon & Tuna
Lunch Bento Boxes
Spicy Salmon &
Sashimi
Unagi Fried Rice
Tuna Sashimi
Hokkigai Sushi
Avocado &
Korean Salmon Sashimi
Massago Sushi
Dynamite Rolls
Fresh BBQ Meats
Fresh BBQ Meats
205-4231 HAZELBRIDGE WAY (AT CENTRAL SQUARE), RICHMOND
604-279-9077 OPEN: MON-SUN 11:30-3PM, 5PM-12AM
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1-800-663-7373 or 250-248-2072
richmondchamber.ca