Business Progress

Upcoming Events

May 2012

May 8th Leave a Legacy Luncheon, 11:30 AM PA Golf & Curling Club

June 8th

Chamber Golf Tournament, 1:00 PM

Mark’s Nine Golf Course

Register Online

@www.princealbertchamber.com or

Admin.pachamber@sasktel.net

Prince Albert & District Chamber of Commerce

3700 2nd Ave West

Prince Albert, SK S6W 1A2

Phone: 764 6222 Fax: 922 4727

Website: www.princealbertchamber.com

For Newsletter and advertising :

E-mail: chamberpa@sasktel.net

April 12th , 2012

Reverend, Alfred Cooper and former Chilean miner, Jose Henriquez told their story of survival and rescue. Jose was the 33rd miner, trapped underground and rescued after 69 days. This was truly an inspirational story of survival and perseverance. The event was well attended with over 160 people present at the Ches Leach Room. The purpose of this luncheon was not only to tell a great story but to bring awareness to the importance of implementing safety measures in the mining industry.

The Prince Albert Chamber of Commerce would like to recognize the Saskatchewan Mining Association for participating in this event as well as our media Sponsor (Rawlco Radio) and our ticket sponsor (PA & District Community Futures). This event would not have been as successful without their support.

Our Mission

To ensure that a second bridge that

serves central and northern

Saskatchewan will receive a

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governments.

For more information go to:

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Completed Events

May 2nd, 2012

The Business Case for Investing in Canada’s Remote Communities

Keynote Speaker: Elyse Allan, CEO and President of GE Canada.

Elyse has been recognized by Canadian Business Magazine as one of the 25

Most Powerful People in Canada, as one of Canada’s Top Women of Influence

by The Women Executive Network, and is a YWCA 2012 Business Woman of

Distinction award recipient.

Round Table Discussion

The Prince Albert & District Chamber of Commerce had the distinct pleasure of hosting Ms. Elyse Allan at our recent luncheon event on May 1/12. Ms. Allan is the President and CEO of General Electric Canada, as well as Past Chair with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce.

Ms Allan joined a group comprised of Business leaders and Civic leaders and administration in some round table discussions. These discussions were inspired by three documents; two of which were the result of work completed by General Electric Canada; “Towards a Remote Communities Investment Strategy for Canada” & Remote, Resource Rich and Ready”, and the third was resulted from the work of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. “The Business Case for Investing in Canada’s Remote Communities "

Completed Events

Board of Directors

Executive Officers

Chairman– Doug Patrick

Grand Trunk Development

Past Chairman– Joe Bexson,

paNow.com

First Vice Chairman– Larry Fladager

SIAST

Second Vice Chairman– George Vass

PA & District Community Futures

Secretary Treasurer– Maureen Frey

MNP

Board Appointed– Mike Mitchell

Tyrone Pest Control

Elected Board Members

Lonny Deobald

Beachcomber Hot Tubs

Shelley L. Cannon

Wilcox Zuk Chovin Law Office

Trevor Dutchak

Parkland Ambulance

Darwin Zurakowski

Mark-it Signs Graphics and Web

Greg Breeze

Affinity Insurance

Many insights and success stories were shared, with hopes that further work and meetings will provide a outline or summary of what the Prince Albert & District needs to articulate as needs as well as opportunities. Part of the vision Ms Allen shared with us was to work at realizing opportunities in partnership and collaboration to build infrastructure and educational opportunities. As Ms Allen stated” The outlook is bright, providing the right investment at the right time”.

Event Sponsor: Northern Lights Casino

It was a privilege to have Richard Ahenakew, General Manager for the

Northern Lights Casino, present the Star Blanket to Ms. Elyse Allan, as a

way to honor all her accomplishments, as well as a memento of her visit to

Prince Albert.

Business Profile Testimonials

Dear Ms Goertzen:

Marg and I and our farm have been clients since 1985 for general insurance and financial advice.

We have had two claims, a windshield chip repair and a major claim for damage from the August 2008 tornado. We believe this claim was handled fairly and with respect. A nice touch was when the adjusters finished the major damage assessment they looked around the yard and included some broken flower pots.

For more than 25 years we have enjoyed professional and friendly service from your Agency.

Sincerely yours,

John Dinius

Call, click or come in. Call our office, click our website (www.cooperators.ca) or come in to see us.

Jacqueline Goertzen

Insurance/Financial Advisor

The Co-operators

#3- 1400 6th Ave. East

Prince Albert, Sk. S6V 2K2

(306) 953-1636

Business Profile Testimonials

Jacqueline Goertzen

Insurance/Financial Advisor

The Co-operators

You’ve got a lot in your life that’s worth protecting. As a Canadian owned company we have been helping Canadians with their insurance needs for decades. We take pride in the service we provide our clients. Two of our clients offered to share their experience with our office and we would like to share these testimonials with you.

Dear Jacquie:

A few years ago, my husband and I were looking into purchasing life insurance. We called the Co-operators in Prince Albert, and subsequently set up an appointment to meet with Jacquie Goertzen. As soon as we were welcomed into Jacquie’s office, we were immediately put at ease by her genuine warmth and easy going manner. There was no high pressure sales talk, no big push to sign on the dotted line. Jacquie listened to what we wanted and on our next visit presented us with a comprehensive package that contained clear, concise illustrations for us to review. Jacquie then went over each of the options with us and helped us formulate a policy that was tailored to our needs. The information provided to us was so thorough that it even included a package that would cover our home insurance, saving us hundreds of dollars annually. When we did sign on the dotted line, we felt well informed and confident we were doing the right thing. Unfortunately, this was put to the test sooner than any of us anticipated, as my husband became terminally ill and passed away a year ago. Jacquie was there for me throughout the whole ordeal, offering sincere condolences and her support, even taking the time to travel to his memorial service. She did not push, nor intrude, just offered her assistance and answered questions where needed. It is this display of caring that means so much at such a terrible time.

Dealing with the Co-operators and Jacquie Goertzen has never been an ordeal or overwhelming. I find all the staff to be friendly and helpful and the office has a welcoming feel as soon as you walk in the door. I live in Air Ronge, and Jacquie has gone out of her way to accommodate me in coordinating visits to her office when I was in Prince Albert, even meeting after hours if that was the only time we could fit in an appointment.

I am truly thankful that we made the decision to sign on with the Co-operators and look forward to a long association with them.

Thank you Jacquie and staff,

Deb Thome

Top 10 Reasons t o j o i n t h e P r i n c e A l b e r t

a n d D i s t r i c t s C h a m b e r o f C o m m e r c e 1.Be part of the collective voice for business that is respected and recognizable

2.Find networking opportunities: Both locally and regionally

3.Enhance your public presence: Embrace a culture of great customer service

4.Be part of a regionally based organization: Grow your company from within the

community

5.Connect with the right people: Build strong partnerships that will open business

opportunities

6.Put your business on the map: Join the digital age by putting your business on our

web directory

7.Save money and time with our benefits package: Take advantage of our Chamber

Plan Group Insurance, TD Merchant Discounts, Esso Fuel Discounts and

Membership Promotion through our Newsletter and Email Blast.

8.Get more value while reducing advertising costs: Getting involved is a great way to

network and promote your business

Prince Alber t & District Chamber of Commerce

The Voice of Business

3700 2nd Ave West

S6W 1A2

Prince Albert, SK

Phone: 306-764 6222

Fax: 306-922-4727

E-mail: admin.pachamber@sasktel.net

Contact us: 306 764 6222 P r i nc e A l be r t & D i s t r i c t Cha m be r o f Comme rc e

As a proud member of the Prince Albert community, our team of chartered

accountants and business advisors continue to grow to meet your unique needs.

National in scope and local in focus, we take the time to understand your challenges

and deliver personalized solutions that help you achieve your goals. Our diverse

services include:

Assurance

Consulting

Corporate Finance

Corporate Recovery & Insolvency

Enterprise Risks

Investigative & Forensic Services

Succession

Tax & Specialty Tax

Valuation & Litigation Support

For more information contact a local MNP advisor at 306.764.6873.

Chartered Accountants & Business Advisors 306.764.6873 mnp.ca

Freedom 55 Financial and the

Chamber of Commerce Group

Benefit Plan

“But we’re such a small operation. We’d like benefits but how can we afford them.”

At the Chamber of Commerce Group Benefits, size doesn’t matter. 1 or 50 employees, the

Chamber of Commerce Group Benefits offers competitive rates, quality benefits,

prescription medication coverage, dental benefits, long-term disability, travel medical

coverage, life insurance, employee assistance and more at affordable prices, no matter

how many – or how few – employees you have. Benefits can help you retain your

employees, people that your business needs! The Chamber plan is a non profit

organization, blending the usage experiences of the many to keep the cost down overall

to the users. The Chamber offers solid medical benefits and can be the supplier for you

and your business. Not sure how your current benefits match up?

Call us at Freedom 55 Financial for a quote and a comparison at 922-4414, email

tracy.feher@f55f.com or check out our website at: f55fprincealbert.com .

You have enough to do. Let us help you take care of your employees while you take care

of your business. We look forward to working with you.

Renewed Chamber Members

Unitech Office Solutions

Big Brothers/ Big Sisters

Prince Albert Child Care Co-operative

Asiil Enterprises

Eggum Abrametz & Eggum

Flyer Electric

Shellbrook Chronicle

Associated Engineers Sask Ltd.

South Hill Message Therapy Clinic

Ultra Safe Water Solutions

Wilcox Zuk Chovin Law Office

Exact Fencing

Triple S Transport

Prince Albert Brewing Company

Molson Canada

PA Sound Works

Happy Camper RV

DMD Entertainment

Clunie Consulting Engineers

Sasktel

7 Eleven

St. John Ambulance

Mann Northway Auto Source

Canadian Cancer Society

Westbourne Industrial

Sask Energy

CIBC

Credenda Virtual High School

Bison Café

Diamond North Credit Union

Merit Contractors

Prince Albert Photocopier

Associated Radiologists

North Star Trophies

New Chamber Member

Tribal Council Investment Group

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