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June 27 | 2024

Don't Miss Today's Business After Business at RLR Law

RLR Lawyers welcome you to their offices and rooftop patio for this month's Business After Business, our first event of summer, 2024! Join us today for an exceptional networking opportunity with Chamber members, local business owners, and other stakeholders from our community.

And don't worry about any inclement weather, there is ample space available indoors at the RLR law office to accommodate us in case of rain.

THURSDAY, June 27

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

#211 – 1978 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay

RLR Lawyers (Ramsay Lampman Rhodes) is one of Vancouver Island’s largest full-service law firms. Their lawyers are recognized as leading practitioners in their respective fields. From routine matters to complex commercial transactions, they offer trusted legal advice and representation to Island businesses and residents.

Market Day 2024

9:00 am -5:00 pm

5th street, England Ave, Duncan Ave

Downtown Courtenay

(Streets will be closed to traffic)

Join us for Market Day 2024 in Downtown Courtenay on July 20th, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm!

Enjoy a pedestrian-only zone with vendors, activities, music, and entertainment. Experience the heart of Comox Valley and support local businesses.

If you'd like to present your wares, promote your non-profit, or partake in other ways please follow this link to register:

Market Day 2024 Registration

Business After Business At Kus-kus-sum

Project Watershed and the CV Chamber welcome you to July's Business After Business at Kus-kus-sum! We invite you to explore the Kus-kus-sum Project, a joint project between the K'ómoks First Nation, the City of Courtenay and Project Watershed. Enjoy tours, talks, snacks, and beverages under shade tents, while networking and learning about the restoration process.

THURSDAY, July 25

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Kus-kus-sum Site at 1901, Comox Road

As the planted areas of the site are uneven, bare earth, we ask that those who want to walk on the site wear sturdy shoes. And don't forget your hats, sunscreen and sunglasses as well!

Comox Valley Project Watershed Society is a registered non-profit environmental society with Canadian charitable tax status focused on sensitive habitat stewardship. They empower communities to steward the land through ecological restoration, research, and education.

Book Your Spot & Cowork At The

CV Chamber Business Hub

Discover the perfect workspace at our new location!

Conveniently located in Downtown Courtenay, our professional, collaborative environment allows you to connect with local professionals and elevate your 'Work From Anywhere' experience.

Main features include:

4 dedicated co-working desks
A private 'Zoom Room' for video conferencing
Cozy Holiday Inn Express & Suites™ lounge area
Spacious 14-person boardroom
Multi-functional workshop space
High-speed WIFI
Unlimited Free Coffee
Printer access

For more info and pricing, take a look at the brochure below or visit our website.

Business Hub Brochure

More Happenings

Get Empowered By The Trade Accelerator Program

The Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) is a dynamic initiative designed to empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the knowledge and resources they need to expand their business into international markets.

By offering comprehensive support and expert guidance, TAP helps businesses overcome barriers to trade, navigate the complexities of global commerce, and capitalize on growth opportunities worldwide.

With enough quorum, The Chamber can invite TAP to hold a local workshop. Register your interest in the program with us by emailing our Executive Director on executivedirector@comoxvalleychamber.com

City of Courtenay New Sewer Project

The City of Courtenay is launching construction on a new sewer project which will protect sensitive marine habitat by decommissioning an aging sewer pipe that crosses the Courtenay River.

Construction work will begin on Comox Road in mid-June and preliminary work has already started between the Highway 19A bypass and Highway 19A (bottom of 5th Street). Single-lane alternating traffic is expected on this stretch of road throughout the project period. Construction is expected to be finished in November 2024.

Learn More

Gain Valuable Insight with The Business Data Lab

The Business Data Lab (BDL) brings together data from a variety of sources to track evolving market conditions, providing Canadian businesses with critical information to help them make better decisions and improve their performance.

With the BDL, small businesses across Canada will be better able to seamlessly move beyond national statistics to monitor market conditions in their region and can benefit from focused research into their specific needs and opportunities.

Visit The BDL Website

Member News & Events

Pacific Coastal Launches Comox-Kelowna Service

Pacific Coastal Airlines has launched non-stop Comox (YQQ) to Kelowna (YLW) flights. Special events featuring speeches, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, and the distribution of branded gifts to passengers, marked the occasion, celebrating increased connectivity.

Book by July 1 and enjoy 20% off with promo code: KELCOM20. Visit Pacific Coastal Airlines or call 1-800-663-2872 to book.

Welcome New Chamber Members

Galaxy Motors

Located at 605 Crown Isle Blvd, Galaxy Motors Courtenay consistently strives to provide the BEST quality new and used vehicles to the Courtenay area.

www.galaxymotorscourtenay.com

Share YOUR News & Events with Chamber Subscribers

As Members, you can send us your news and events to be included FREE in our next Chamber Mail being delivered bi-weekly to the inboxes of over 3,600 subscribers.

Email details to: communications@comoxvalleychamber.com

Benefits of Membership

Full Benefit Summary

Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan® can help you find the ideal balance of cost, coverage and flexibility for your business.

With many features built in to every policy, Chambers Plan is a simple, stable and smart choice for your group benefit needs.

With dental and health options and a guaranteed renewable contract, the plan offers a full range of employee benefits.

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