Bridgewater and Area
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
BACC BUZZ November 9th, 2007
1. A Word From the President
2. Upcoming Chamber Events
3. Member News and Views
4. Office Hours
5. Training and Seminars Available
6. Contact Information
1. A Word from President Vernon Cornish...I think it is safe to say that the 25 Chamber members who attended the Alive @5 at Boston Pizza last evening (Thursday, November 8th) had a great time. I want to offer a special thank you to the management at Boston Pizza in Bridgewater. The food was delicious, the company great and the atmosphere was welcoming. Carol Eaton, Community Relations Coordinator with Boston Pizza, gave members of the Chamber an overview of the events happening at the restaurant and sports bar. They have a very busy schedule and offer live entertainment as well as karaoke nights. They are also involved in community support and have a program to help community groups with fundraisers. For more information about any of these please contact Carol at 530-3663. Thank you to the members of the Chamber for making this event a success.
There have been a number of businesses in Bridgewater and Area that have received calls from Canadian Labour Compliance Agency, a privately owned Ontario based company. The Chamber of Commerce has issued an email to our members warning them about purchasing WHMIS training from this organization. Please contact the provincial department of Health and Safety at 1-800-641-4049 if you have questions about whether your company is in compliance with WHMIS requirements.
The Board of Directors of the Bridgewater and Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Premier Rodney MacDonald will address Chamber members and guests on Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at 7:00 pm at the Wandlyn. Details on registration for this event are included on the chamber website and later in this newsletter. Don't be disappointed, register early as seating is limited.
The chamber is working with the Town of Brigewater to find a solution to the VIC. Where it will be? Who will run it? What will be involved? All of these questions are being discussed and progress is being made although no final decisions have been made at this time.
There are several events in the planning stage. A full listing is available on the website. Please check it regularly for updates.
2. Upcoming Chamber Events
Tuesday, November 20th, 2007
Are you having problems finding and keeping good employees? If you are this lunch meeting is for you.
Jim Carwardine of Hiring Smart Canada will be making a presentation on the program offered by his company to help business owners and managers find, recruit and retain good employees. This program has been used successfully by at least two businesses in Bridgewater and both are very pleased with the results. The Chamber will be working with HiringSmart Canada to arrange special reduced pricing for members of the Bridgewater and Area Chamber of Commerce. (Another benefit of membership).
If your are looking for employees, have difficulty finding good employees or want to learn more about how this program can benefit you...you are invited to attend this luncheon information session.
When: Thursday, November 20th, Noon to 1:30.
Where: To be announced
Who should attend: Any business owner or manager who is responsible for recruiting and hiring staff.
Costs: $10.00 for members, $15.00 for Not yet members
RSVP to bacc@eastlink.ca or phone 543-4263
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Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Join the Bridgewater and Area Chamber of Commerce for an address by the Premier of Nova Scotia, Premier Rodney MacDonald. Premier MacDonald will discuss the agreement on the accord and what it means for Nova Scotians.
Limited tickets available, book early to avoid disappointment
Time: Registration at 6:30 for dinner at 7:00
Where: Wandlyn Hotel
Costs: $25.00 for members, $30.00 for non-members
RSVP to bacc@eastlink.ca or phone 543-4263
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Friday, November 30th, 2007
Share a Santa
Are you the owner/manager of a small business, too small to have a great Christmas party for your staff? Then Share a Santa is for you.
The Bridgewater and Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to partner with Tufford Foods Ltd to offer Share a Santa at the Wandlyn Inn. This evening of food and music is becoming a tradition in the Bridgewater Area. The DJ has been hired, and Terry has sharpened his knives ... all the better to carve that turkey.
Tickets are $29.95(taxes and gratuity included)
Tickets are limited so book now to avoid disappointment
When: 6:30 pm Cash Bar
7:00 pm Roast Turkey Buffet
9:00 pm to 1 am Dance to the music by Crossfire
Tickets available at the Chamber of Commerce office. Please call 543-4263 or email bacc@eastlink.ca
This will be a fundraiser for the Chamber. Advertise to hundreds of attendees and Chamber members by donating a prize to be used in the fundraiser. Please call 543-4263 or email bacc@eastlink.ca
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Wednesday, December 5th, 2007
Information session re Toastmasters. Join other members of the Bridgewater and Area Chamber of Commerce to learn what Toastmasters can offer you and what is required. This free of charge info session will be held at the NSCC Campus on High Street in Bridgewater.
Where: NSCC
Cost: Free of Charge
Time: 6:00 to 8:00
Wednesday, December 5th, 2007
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Saturday, January 19th, 2008
Are there any curling enthusiasts in the membership? Plans are currently underway for the first annual Chamber Curling Bonspiel. The ice is booked.
Check back often for updates on plans and how you can register. The rumor mill says that there will be a dinner and dance following the fun day of curling. What better way to beat the winter blahs?
If you would like to be part of the organizing committee for this great event please let us know.
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3. Member News and Views
Local Security Company winns Again..
At the National VOXCOM Authorized Dealer Conference held in Halifax this year, Safe Home Security, from Bridgewater, NS, won the Service Excellence Award for all of Eastern Canada. This six-year old company specializes in installing ‘monitored by VOXCOM’ security systems for residential and commercial customers. Last year, Safe Home Security won the VOXCOM President’s Award for ‘outstanding overall achievement’. This is the highest accolade that a VOXCOM Authorized Dealer can receive.
VOXCOM has been protecting Canadian homes since 1989 using the most sophisticated and reliable technologies in the industry and is among the top 3 electronic security companies in Canada.
Pictured left are Bill Hefford, Director of Operations, VOXCOM, Martha and John Bryson, Safe Home Security and Neil Jones, Branch Service Manager, VOXCOM.
SAFE HOME SECURITY
4458 Highway 332, East LaHave
RR3 Bridgewater, NS B4V 2W2
Phone: 902-766-0382 Fax: 902-766-0381
Email: service@safehomesecurity.net
Website: www.voxcom.com/safehomesecurity
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Welcome to the Following New Members of the Bridgewater and Area Chamber of Commerce
Claussen Walters & Associates Limited 224 Dufferin Street Bridgewater, NS Real Estate
McCarthy's Towing & Recovery Ltd. 16013 Highway #3 Bridgewater, NS Towing and Recovery of Vehicles
Timothy A Reid Barrister & Solicitor 176 Aberdeen Road Bridgwater NS Law Firm
The Java Bead 724 King St Plaza, Bridgewater NS Craft/Retail store
New Discovery Renovations 89 Shingle Mill Road Mahone Bay, Construction
Edward Jones Investments 140 Gail Avenue, Lower Branch, NS Financial Services
Capricorn Willness Services 137 Bluenose Avenue, Pleasantville, NS Health Services
The Chester Clipper, 101 Valley Road Chester, NS Newspaper
TD Canada Trust, 1 Old Bridge Street, Bridgewater, NS Financial Institution
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4. Office Hours
The office will be closed Monday, November 12th, 2007
Tuesday, November 13 9:00 to 3:00
Wednesday November 14 Office Closed
Thursday, November 15 9:00 to 3:00
Friday, November 16 9:00 to Noon
Monday, November 19th 9:00 to 3:00
Tuesday, November 20th 9:00 to 3:00
Wednesday, November 21 Closed
Thursday, November 22 9:00 to 3:00
Friday, November 23, 9:00 to Noon
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5. Training and Seminars
ACSBE proudly presents…
Is anyone knocking on
your virtual door?
Date: Tuesday, November 20, 2007, 6:00-8:00pm
Location: ACSBE Resource Centre, 215 Dominion Street, Suite 108 (Gateway Plaza)
Presented by: Dwight Robar, Digital Fusion Inc. (www.fusionstudio.com)
Cost: no charge
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: phone 543-1067 or email Andrew.button@acadiau.ca
Having a website has provided businesses of all sizes with a powerful communications
tool. Websites can help you reach new markets, they can inform, sell, entertain,
provide customer support, and a great deal more. But... can anyone find yours?
A website without visitors is a message that is never received and that translates into
lost opportunities. Join us for an informative look at options for increasing visitor
traffic to your website. Topics will include:
Who should attend this workshop?
This workshop is best suited for those entrepreneurs who already have a website, or
those considering one in the near future. It is important to note that there will be minimal
focus on website design principles or ‘how to make a website’.
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: phone 543-1067 or email Andrew.Button@acadiau.ca
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6. As always please send us your news and views.
Ann O'Connell
Bridgewater and Area Chamber of Commerce
220 North Street, Bridgewater NS B4V 2V6
543-4263
fax 543-1156
Generic ink is always buy 3 get 1 free! 
That's all for November - have a terrific month - looking forward to seeing you during our extended hours!
