Events

Start your day with Bruce Carter, the chamber’s CEO and bring forward issues of importance to your business.

Hosted by:
Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce, #100-852 Fort Street

For an overview of all Chamber events please click here.

*The Chamber reserves the right to take photos for promotional purposes at every event.

Prodigy Group September Mingle

Connect with business leaders you can relate to. Mix it up over drinks and hors d'oeuvres with other emerging professionals.

Note: The distribution of promotional material such as brochures, pamphlets and promotional items at mixer events is the privilege of the host only. Guests of Prodigy Group members are welcome to attend one mingle while you consider joining the Chamber of Commerce and Prodigy Group.

Rapid Transit Next Steps

BC Transit has been engaging the community about the impacts of a new rapid transit system and what the appropriate route selection should be. Come and hear from BC Transit staff on the results of the business community survey as well as an update on the alignment options under consideration. Staff will be able to answer your question about next steps in the project.

There is a maximum of 30 seats available for this session so register early.

For an overview of all Chamber events please click here.

Registration Policy
Please note that the Chamber does not sell event tickets at the door. Pre-registration is required.

*The Chamber reserves the right to take photos for promotional purposes at every event.

Meeting for Results: How to plan meetings that deliver real action

Meetings are where the action happens in the workplace. Whether it’s a two-person discussion of today’s tasks or a boardroom full of senior executives, a well-planned and executed meeting can make a world of difference in productivity. Learn how to plan a meeting that meets the needs of all stakeholders, get the most creative and productive participation from the attendees, and ensure follow-through on the decisions and commitments made.

This session is for anybody who needs to make better use of their time spent in team or community meetings.  Join Susan Low, a strategic planning consultant and meeting facilitator from Directis Consulting for this interactive session. 

The Business Education Series is sponsored by Sector Learning Solutions.

For an overview of all Chamber events please click here.

Registration Policy
Please note that the Chamber does not sell event tickets at the door. Pre-registration is required. Our online registration system accepts VISA and MasterCard.

Cancellation Notice
You will be responsible for ticket(s) ordered if cancellation is not received BY 4:30 PM Thursday, September 9th.

*The Chamber reserves the right to take photos for promotional purposes at every event.

September Business Mixer

Hosted by: Ruffell & Brown Interiors

Networking is a powerful business tool. Use it! Join us for hors d’oeuvres, refreshments and an opportunity to network with the Greater Victoria business community.

Location: 1-2745 Bridge Street
Directions: On Bridge St., two blocks north of Bay St. intersection. (Close to bus route #14).
Parking: Parking is available in lot and on surrounding streets.

Cash bar and hors d'oeuvres provided.

Chamber mixers are a member benefit. Non-members are welcome to attend one mixer as our guest while you consider joining the Chamber. The distribution of promotional material such as brochures, pamphlets and promotional items at mixer events is the privilege of the host only. The Chamber reserves the right to take photos for promotional purposes at every event.

For an overview of all Chamber events please click here.

Prodigy Group Golf Tournament

This fall the Prodigy Group will be hosting our first fun and affordable golf tournament at Prospect Lake Golf Course. This is a great networking opportunity for Victoria’s leading young professionals. Get your team of four together and join us for an afternoon of golfing followed by dinner and drinks in a relaxing setting, ideal for networking.

This must-attend event will be held on Friday September 17th from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Roundtrip transportation will be provided for participants from downtown Victoria out to Prospect Lake. All proceeds from the event will be donated to Community Micro Lending.

       Location: Prospect Lake Golf Course, 4633 Prospect Lake Road
Date: Friday, September 17, 2010
Time: 3:00 – 9:00 PM

        Golf, Dinner & Transportation (Members) : $60+HST per person
Golf, Dinner & Transportation (Non-Members): $100+HST per person

Dinner & Transportation Only (Members): $45+HST
Dinner & Transportation Only (Non-Members): $80+HST

Registration Policy
Please note that tickets will not be sold at the door. Pre-registration is required. Our online registration system accepts VISA and MasterCard.

*The Chamber reserves the right to take photos for promotional purposes at every event.

Information Systems for Your Business in a (shiny little) Box

A recent study showed team members spend an average of 45 minutes per day searching for information. For a team of 5 that’s 75 hours per month that could have been applied to more valuable tasks.

Business owners, especially small business, need simple, flexible systems to efficiently share information. Microsoft SharePoint, with well over a 100 million users, provides a secure, web-based, simple, and amazingly flexible way for businesses and non-profits to share schedules, to-do lists, documents, contacts, and much more...and now it is more accessible than ever.

The Business Education Series is sponsored by Sector Learning Solutions.

For an overview of all Chamber events please click here.

Registration Policy
Please note that the Chamber does not sell event tickets at the door. Pre-registration is required. Our online registration system accepts VISA and MasterCard.

Cancellation Notice

You will be responsible for ticket(s) ordered if cancellation is not received BY 4:30 PM Friday September 24.

*The Chamber reserves the right to take photos for promotional purposes at every event.

Start your day with Bruce Carter, the chamber’s CEO and bring forward issues of importance to your business.

Hosted by: Carl McLean/Dominion Lending Centre & Cruise Holidays Pacific, 270-2950 Douglas Street.
Entance and parking at the back of the building.

For an overview of all Chamber events please click here.

*The Chamber reserves the right to take photos for promotional purposes at every event.

A Special Invitation to the Business Community!

Join us for a day of networking, trade booths & displays provided by local businesses. This is your opportunity to check out what the Greater Victoria business community has to offer.

Admission is free upon the presentation of a valid business card. Pre-register below!

WHY ATTEND:

1. Largest and most diverse Business Services Show in Greater Victoria
2. Access to new products and services


3. Opportunity to network with the local business community. Remember to bring lots of business cards!


4. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres during the networking reception


5. Grand prize to be won. Sponsored by Capital Iron Ltd.

GRAND PRIZE!
Attend the show and one lucky attendee will win an outdoor backyard package valued at $6000 supplied by Capital Iron. The package, which will be displayed at the event includes:

1. Oval teak table and 6 chairs
2. Two teak loungers and cushions
3. Weber EP310 propane BBQ
4. Patio heater - Triple dome propane
5. Fire pit - Urban Fire 2


6. Cantilever umbrella by Cooleroo
7. $300 garden pot gift card

Prize draw will happen at 6:30pm during the networking reception. Individual must be in attendance to win.

Show Information
Location: Crystal Garden, 713 Douglas St.  
Tradeshow Hours: 12 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Networking Reception Hours: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Click here to see the list of exhibitors and their booth numbers.
Click here to view the floor plan.

Business Leaders Series
featuring
Don Thompson
President of the Oil Sands Developers Group

Oil Sands: Balancing Realities

Don is also the external voice for OSDG, presenting OSDG members’ actions and ideas to external audiences across Canada, in the United States and in Europe – industry, community and government. As a result of his outreach program Don has established strong working relationships with business, industry and government leaders within Canada and internationally. Don serves in his capacity with OSDG through the support of Syncrude Canada Ltd. where he has worked since 1979.

On behalf of OSDG, Don has travelled extensively to speak in major cities and smaller communities that contribute to and benefit from oil sands development. Over the past two years he has delivered the oil sands facts to more than 100 audiences around the globe.

Location:
Harbour Towers Hotel & Suites (West Harbour Ballroom)
345 Quebec St.
11:30am - 1:30pm

Pricing:
Members: $50+HST ($56)
Future Members: $75+HST ($84)

Note: If you or your guest(s) have any food allergies or special dietary requirements please contact Tamara Kader, Harbour Towers Hotel & Suites directly at 250-480-6567.


Registration Policy
Please note that the Chamber does not sell event tickets at the door. Pre-registration is required. Our online registration system accepts VISA and MasterCard.

Cancellation Notice
You will be responsible for ticket(s) ordered if cancellation is not received BY 4:30 PM Thursday, October 7.

Times Colonist Tour and Q&A for Small Business Owners

If you are interested in getting the inside scoop on what newspaper editors look for in a great business story, join us for our Annual Times Colonist Tour and Q&A Session. Hosted at the Times Colonist building, this event will have three dynamic components:

• A guided tour of the production facility during an actual press run, and through the editorial department as the next day’s paper is being created

• A workshop with Times Colonist editors, who will review editorial and story guidelines and the impact of small business press releases, as well as take participant questions

• A light lunch hosted by Times Colonist Retail Advertising Manager Jason Scriven, who will take your questions and lead participant discussion on advertising for your small business.

10:15 a.m. - Arrival
10:30 a.m. - Tour
11:30 a.m. - Lunch & Workshop
12:00 p.m. - Wrap

The Business Education Series is sponsored by Sector Learning Solutions.

For an overview of all Chamber events please click here.

Registration Policy
Please note that the Chamber does not sell event tickets at the door. Pre-registration is required. Our online registration system accepts VISA and MasterCard.

Cancellation Notice
You will be responsible for ticket(s) ordered if cancellation is not received BY 4:30 PM Thursday, October 7.

*The Chamber reserves the right to take photos for promotional purposes at every event.

Prodigy Group October Mingle

Connect with business leaders you can relate to. Mix it up over drinks and hors d'oeuvres with other emerging professionals.

Note: The distribution of promotional material such as brochures, pamphlets and promotional items at mixer events is the privilege of the host only. Guests of Prodigy Group members are welcome to attend one mingle while you consider joining the Chamber of Commerce and Prodigy Group.

Small Business Week 2010

Small business makes up over 95% of the Chamber's membership and small business is the backbone of the Greater Victoria business community. Small Business Week celebrates and creates awareness of the significant contribution small businesses make to our economy.

In 2010, Small Business Week runs from October 18 to October 22. The Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce will be offering a full week of events focused on you and your business.

Get out and celebrate small business week by attending any or all of these events:

Hiring Employees - What Every Employer Should Know
Tuesday, October 19, 2010, 11:45am - 1:00pm
More information and online registration here.

Small Business Week Member Breakfast
Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 7:30am - 9:00am
More information and online registration here.

October Business Mixer
Thursday, October 21st, 5:00pm-7:00pm
More information and online registration here.

Hiring Employees - What Every Employer Should Know

What should an employer never say in a job interview with a prospective employee? What should an employer always ask in a job interview? Why are reference checks important? What are the most crucial elements to include in a letter of employment? Marcia McNeil, Partner with Heenan Blaikie has been answering these questions for employers for almost 20 years. In this presentation she will provide you with the benefit of other employers’ past mistakes (no names mentioned) and with an update on new developments in employment law.

For an overview of all Chamber events please click here.

Registration Policy
Please note that the Chamber does not sell event tickets at the door. Pre-registration is required. Our online registration system accepts VISA and MasterCard.

Cancellation Notice
You will be responsible for ticket(s) ordered if cancellation is not received BY 4:30 PM Wednesday, October 13th.

*The Chamber reserves the right to take photos for promotional purposes at every event.

Small Business Week Member Breakfast

Celebrate with us!

Small business week is about recognizing the efforts of all of our members so please join us for a breakfast reception on Wednesday, October 20, 2010 from 7:30am – 9:30am

Do you have new staff? Have you not been to a Chamber event in a while?

Come out and meet new and existing members of the Chamber and learn how to maximize your membership. We will provide you with an orientation to your Chamber membership and services, inform you about the opportunities available to enhance your business activities, corporate marketing and relationships, and provide you with an opportunity to network with other members. Positive networking can work for you and your business.

All attendees will be entered into a draw to win two tickets to the opening weekend of the 2010-2011 Victoria Salmon Kings regular Season!

This event is sponsored by: Save On Foods Memorial Centre

For an overview of all Chamber events please click here.

Registration Policy
Please note that the Chamber does not sell event tickets at the door. Pre-registration is required. This event is open to members only.

*The Chamber reserves the right to take photos for promotional purposes at every event.

October Business Mixer

Hosted by: Earl's Restaurant

Networking is a powerful business tool. Use it! Join us for hors d’oeuvres, refreshments and an opportunity to network with the Greater Victoria business community.

Location: 1199 Government St. (Lounge Area)

Directions: Entrance is at the corner of Government and Yates-just across from Bastion Square, or on the main floor of the Bay Center.
Parking: Parking is available on surrounding streets.


Cash bar and hors d'oeuvres provided.

Chamber mixers are a member benefit. Non-members are welcome to attend one mixer as our guest while you consider joining the Chamber. The distribution of promotional material such as brochures, pamphlets and promotional items at mixer events is the privilege of the host only. The Chamber reserves the right to take photos for promotional purposes at every event.

For an overview of all Chamber events please click here.

Who’s looking at your Company Data? 

Your business clients, costs, profit reside on your computers. Do you know if it has been compromised? It is the law to protect client’s data and you can be liable. In this session you will learn how to do more to protect your company’s proprietary information and receive tools to make your business more secure.  

Peter Young is the CEO of Priority 1 Computer Service and has 25 years experience in computers and issues surrounding them. He will give you tips & tricks on how to secure your computers.

The Business Education Series is sponsored by Sector Learning Solutions.

For an overview of all Chamber events please click here.

Registration Policy
Please note that the Chamber does not sell event tickets at the door. Pre-registration is required. Our online registration system accepts VISA and MasterCard.

Cancellation Notice
You will be responsible for ticket(s) ordered if cancellation is not received BY 4:30 PM Thursday, October 21st.

*The Chamber reserves the right to take photos for promotional purposes at every event.