December 6, 2011
Winkler & District Chamber of Commerce
Membership Reward
Dear Chamber Member:
On behalf of the Chamber, thank you for your continued support of the Winkler & District Chamber of Commerce. Your support of programs and services to continue fostering our vibrant business community is greatly appreciated and makes a difference for everyone.
As 2011 comes to a close, the renewal notices are being sent out to our members. Please note, we offer a 5% discount for renewals paid by January 31, 2012.
Women in Business Breakfast Meetings
Women in Business Breakfast Meeting
20 ladies participated in session on December 1, 2011.
Achieving Balance in Your Life
Delivered by Darlis Collenge, Speaker & Solutions Strategist - Down to Business Solutions.
Here's what these ladies had to say:
- It was interactive and the speaker was interesting and captivating
- Made us aware there is no balance between work & life
- Showing that work and life are not separate
- Reminding me there is no such thing as balance
- Energizing way to start the day
- Energy & enthusiasm about a common interest
- Enjoyed the topic - very important for women in business
Here are some suggestions for future topics for Women in Business sessions.
- Extension of this "values" topic
- Any topic on leadership
- Health & Wellness
- When is the Right Time to Retire?
- Time Management
- De-Cluttering
If you have further suggestions for future topics, call
(204) 325-9758 or
email: chamber@winkleronline.com
English @ Work Courses
The English at Work/Skills program is offering two 12 week courses, starting Jan.9, 2012. These classes are free of charge to immigrants with Permanent Residence or Canadian Citizenship status. Both of these classes are designed for learners at a CLB level of 5 or higher.
English in the Workplace: (Tues. & Thurs., 6:00 -9:00 pm)
- Learn about Canadian Workplace Culture
- Practice pronunciation clarity for the workplace
- Expand workplace specific vocabulary and idioms
English for the Potential Health Care Aide: (Mon,Tues, Wed, Thurs, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.)
- Class focus is on the English language and cultural skills required to attend further training to become a Health Care Aide
For further information, or to register, contact:
Carol Gavard
Regional Coordinator, English at Work
2 - 295 Perry St. Box 912
Winkler, MB R6W 4A9
Phone: (204) 325-7261
Cell: (204) 362-6884
Fax: (204) 325-4158
Email: eaw@regionalconnections.ca
Video Conferencing Seminars
December 2011
7 - 10:00-11:30 - Selling Your Product or Service to the City of Winnipeg
7 - 11:45-12:45 - Selling Your Product or Service to the Province of Manitoba
8 - 10:00-12:00 - Introduction to Pricing & Costing
8 - 1:00-4:00 - CRA – Year End T4 Preparation Seminar
14 - 10:00-1:00 - CRA – Small Business Tax Information Workshop
15 - 1:00-5:00 - Writing Clear Job Descriptions
For more information, Click Here
