We held our 2023 Annual General Meeting on March 30th at the Gibsons Public Market, what a success it was! The Gibsons & District Chamber of Commerce welcomed over 50 business members who joined us to review the successful year just passed with businesses continuing to positively embrace the challenges and opportunities to grow and support the Sunshine Coast.
Plus, we heard the great news of the efforts ahead that all three Sunshine Coast Chambers of Commerce will formally explore and embrace a strategy of becoming a stronger and more resourceful organization that supports the entire Sunshine Coast Business Sector. Watch your Chamber News for further developments.
A special thanks to our guest speakers Cst. Cole Vander Helm and Kelly Foley.
We heard from the RCMP Community Outreach Program headed by Cst. Cole Vander Helm. The Community Outreach Program will support the business sector with the ongoing challenges of safety and security. To find out more about the program and how they can help your business, please contact cole.vanderhelm@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
We also heard from Kelly Foley, the Housing Coordinator from the Sunshine Coast Affordable Housing Society. A compelling presentation highlighting the need for affordable housing on the Sunshine Coast. If you’d like to take a closer look at the presentation, contact kelly@coverthecoast.org.
A great big thanks to all who were able to join us and enjoy lunch from Emelle’s catering. Congrats to all the successful bidders of the silent auction, which wouldn’t be possible without the generous donations from:
- South Coast Ford
- M. Taylor’s Accounting Services
- SWISH Ladies Wear
- GPR Canada
- Kenmac Auto Parts
- Banditry Cider
- Davis Brook Retreat
- Group of One Painting
- Deb Mowbray, REMAX
- Marteinson Learning Resources
- Coastal Craft Yachts
- Drift Cafe & Bistro
- Quality Garden & Pet
- Blackfish Pub
- The 101 Brewhouse + Distillery