A “warm” reception for the Mayors of the Tri-Cities

The three Mayors of the Tri-Cities, Mayor Greg Moore – Port Coquitlam, Mayor Joe Trasolini – Port Moody and Mayor Richard Stewart – Coquitlam were all in attendance on Thursday July 8th as the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce hosted the Annual Mayors’ Mixer. Sponsored by HSBC, this year the event moved to SAMZ Pub in Port Coquitlam, in an effort to change it from city to city. Guests were treated to a BBQ buffet, followed by a question and answer period as Greg Garrison of Mardon & Garrison Insurance Brokers Ltd. ( MC) directed the flow of questions from attendees to the Mayors on a variety of local topics and priorities. 

Despite the slight temperature situation, the event was once again, a great success. The Chamber wishes to thank each of the Mayors for being present and as well, the sell-out crowd who came in support of the Mayors and this yearly Chamber event. We would also like to thank Geoff Scott and his crew from Tri-Cities Community Television Society for their coverage of the event.

Additional media coverage is available from The Now.

Here are some photos to mark the day, courtesy of
Darla Furlani Photography. Enjoy!

Behaviour Based Leadership – An informative topic presented to Chamber Members
The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce welcomed speaker Doug McCann, President of Frontline Leadership in Practice Solutions Ltd. on Thursday, June 17th at Rodos Kouzina in Port Moody.

The topic Behaviour Based Leadership – “Leaders can be made, not just born” was presented to Chamber members following a great meal. Sponsored by BTM Lawyers LLP and the NOW Newspaper, the Chamber was pleased with the success of the event, including some great networking opportunities for all. Excellent feedback, great food and excellent service.

View some photos from the event below.

Photos courtesy of Metro Photo

Quality & Safety Consulting

Founded in 2003 by Todd Martin, Martin Inspection Services has over 18 years of experience in the Quality Assurance, Materials Management and Safety fields.  As a new member of the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce, Martin Inspection Services is proud to provide a wide range of services including:

• Quality Assurance Consulting
• Quality System Development
• ISO 9001:2008 Auditing
• Health & Safety Inspections
• Industrial & Commercial Equipment Inspections
• Expediting
• Supplier Evaluations
• Supply Chain Management
• Freight Damage Assessments

These services are provided to a broad range of companies involved in the power generation, mining, oil & gas, manufacturing, heavy fabrication, electrical, medical, military and industrial equipment fields.

Martin Inspection Services is located in Maple Ridge BC and focuses on providing services in the Metro Vancouver regional area and throughout the provinces of BC, Alberta and Washington State, with additional experience throughout North America and world-wide in locations such as China, Japan, Hong Kong, Mexico, Brazil and Chile.  

For more information, please contact Todd Martin CTech, Martin Inspection Services at (P) 778-995-6493, (E) Info@martininspection.ca or view our website www.martininspection.ca

Avenir opened its 135 suite Astoria Resort Retirement community this past January, on the heels of five previous and very successful retirement communities from the family owned builder and operator.

Located in the heart of Port Coquitlam at 2245 Kelly Ave, Astoria features independent living suites with assisted living services available to resident’s a-la-carte.

The Astoria design was inspired by Violet Craik, one of the owners of Avenir. She built it in memory of her family who owned the Astoria Hotel in Jasper, Alberta.

Firm President, Les Craik, believes they are making a difference in seniors’ lives because of their “mission of the heart, people first” philosophy.

Residents enjoy gourmet dining, prepared by the highest quality Red Seal Chef’s. Many residents join friends and family in the Lion’s Gate Bridge Room, Art & Soc’s Billiard Room, Whistler Cinema for movie nights, Papa George’s Piano Bar for an entertaining good time, and much more. Our Canucks Center and Mental Aerobics help residents stay physically and mentally fit.

Truly, Astoria is Retirement That Lives Like A Resort™.

For more information about Astoria Resort Retirement Living please contact Terez at (604) 944-2341 or view our website at www.astorialiving.ca.

This sold out event was successful, with local business people making new contacts and exchanging cards. Attendees learned about the different Chamber & Board of Trade events, programs, and recent developments happing in each community.

Throughout the evening, great service was provided by the Inn at the Quay, who served appetizers and wine at this memorable summer event.

Categories:

Business of the Year

• A Tri-Cities business with 35 or more employees with outstanding performance, innovation and community service
• Displays a positive social conscience

Small Business of the Year

• A Tri-Cities business with 34 or less employees with outstanding performance, innovation and community service
• Displays a positive social conscience

Business Leader of the Year 

• Individual, with fiscal responsibility for the company and who’s talent, vision, expertise, dedication and performance have defined them as an outstanding Tri-Cities Business Leader

Not for Profit of the Year

• An organization with an established reputation for delivering a high level of programs and services in the Tri-Cities

Eligibility

• Nominees must have conducted business operations within the Tri-Cities area for the past twelve consecutive months prior to the date of their nomination.
• Candidates can only be nominated in one category per year, but not if they have won in any category over the past three years.
• Chamber Board Members and/or their companies are not eligible for nomination in any award category.
• All nominations are accepted at the discretion of the Board of Directors and judged by an independent panel.

Nominations Deadline

Call for Nomination form(s) must be filed with the Chamber office by 4:30 pm September 1, 2010.

Categories:

Business of the Year

• A Tri-Cities business with 35 or more employees with outstanding performance, innovation and community service
• Displays a positive social conscience

Small Business of the Year

• A Tri-Cities business with 34 or less employees with outstanding performance, innovation and community service
• Displays a positive social conscience

Business Leader of the Year 

• Individual, with fiscal responsibility for the company and who’s talent, vision, expertise, dedication and performance have defined them as an outstanding Tri-Cities Business Leader

Not for Profit of the Year

• An organization with an established reputation for delivering a high level of programs and services in the Tri-Cities

Eligibility

• Nominees must have conducted business operations within the Tri-Cities area for the past twelve consecutive months prior to the date of their nomination.
• Candidates can only be nominatedin one category per year, but not if they have won in any category over the past three years.
• Chamber Board Members and/or their companies are not eligible for nomination in any award category.
• All nominations are accepted at the discretion of the Board of Directors and judged by an independent panel.

Nominations Deadline

Call for Nomination form(s) must be filed with the Chamber office by 4:30 pm September 1, 2010.

What a day!
The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce hosted our 27th Annual Golf Tournament on  Thursday, May 20th. Held at beautiful Westwood Plateau Golf & Country Club, the event took participants on a “Round the World” trip without having to leave the Tri-Cities! With each hole representing a different country, hosted by a variety of businesses, participants were treated to a wide variety of food, refreshments, and activities. Weather was a challenge (as it can with any outdoor events in the spring) and even though every conceivable type of weather made an appearance, it still wasn’t enough to dampen the spirits of our enthusiastic golfers, Tri-Citiy business representatives and volunteers who came out to take in the day, and in spite of the weather ups and downs, enjoy it they did!  The day of golf carried on to an eventful evening, including a tasty buffet dinner, followed by presentations of awards, prizes and excited bids on an assortment of Silent Auction items.

Here are some photos to mark the day. Enjoy!

The 2010 By-Election will be held on Saturday, May 15^th, 2010. The electors of the City of Coquitlam will vote to elect one (1) councillor.

For more information on election and the candidates, visit the City of Coquitlam website.