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Black Tie Awards 2025
NOW SOLD OUT! Join Us for the 25th Black Tie Awards - A Night of Excellence in Cowichan! The Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with The Cowichan Valley Citizen, proudly presents the 25th Black Tie Awards Cowichan's premier celebration of business excellence and volunteerism. Since 1996, this prestigious event has honoured outstanding businesses, entrepreneurs, and community champions. This milestone year promises an unforgettable evening of recognition, networking, and celebration. Date: Friday, April 11, 2025 Venue: Chemainus Theatre Festival Tickets: $75 per person
Talk About Tariffs | Export Navigator
Talking About Tariffs: Navigating U.S. Trade Challenges Trade uncertainty isn't coming it's here. With shifting tariffs and evolving U.S.-Canada trade policies already impacting businesses, it's critical to stay informed and prepared. Join Brady Calancie from Export Navigator for a practical, no-nonsense session on what these changes mean for your business. Whether you're already engaged in cross-border trade or just starting to explore new markets, this session will help you adapt, strategize, and stay competitive. What You'll Learn: Latest U.S. tariff updates and how they affect Canadian businesses Impact on cross-border trade and supply chains Strategies to navigate uncertainty and reduce risk Available resources to help your business stay agile and competitive Tariffs may be unpredictable, but your business strategy doesn't have to be. Get expert insights, ask questions, and connect with other business owners facing the same challenges. Reserve your spot today and take control of your trade strategy!
Chamber Mix & Mingle | Cowichan Artisans at Live Edge Design
Cowichan Artisans Mix & Mingle Kickoff + Spring Studio Tour Art lovers, this one's for you! Join us on Wednesday, April 23, from 4:30 to 6:30 PM at Live Edge Design for the Mix & Mingle Kickoff, where Cowichan Artisans will be bringing their latest work for a special preview ahead of the Spring Studio Tour. Wander through a stunning selection of fine furniture, ceramics, paintings, metalwork, glass, and textiles, all crafted by local artists who are passionate about their work. This is your chance to meet them, hear their stories, and see their creativity up close in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Then, on April 26&27, take it further with the Spring Studio Tour. Step inside the studios, watch the artists in action, and experience the spaces where inspiration turns into something tangible. Event Details Mix & Mingle Kickoff - Wednesday, April 23 | 4:30?6:30 PM | Live Edge Design Spring Studio Tour - Saturday & Sunday, April 26?27 | Various studio locations
Ask the Expert | Carpenter Media - Your One Stop for Marketing
Bring your Lunch and Ask the Expert! Carpenter Media: Your One Stop for Marketing Solutions With David van Deventer What does it really take to connect with your community through media? Join us for a conversation with David van Deventer, Chamber President and publisher of the Cowichan Valley Citizen, a publication proudly part of Black Press Media and the Carpenter Media Group network. Bring your Lunch and Ask the Expert! Carpenter Media: Your One Stop for Marketing Solutions With David van Deventer What does it really take to connect with your community through media? Join us for a conversation with David van Deventer, Chamber President and publisher of the Cowichan Valley Citizen, a publication proudly part of Black Press Media and the Carpenter Media Group network. David will discuss how local media continues to evolve while staying rooted in trust and community connection. He’ll explore how businesses can reach the right audience at the right time with brand-safe digital tools and targeted messaging—while building credibility through locally trusted platforms. This session is a chance to better understand why local connections still matter in a digital world—and how your business can harness the unique strengths of local media to engage your customers and grow your brand in a meaningful way. Free to attend—just bring your lunch and your questions! Thursday, April 24 12:00 PM – Bring Your Own Lunch Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre, 2896 Drinkwater Road, Duncan This session is a chance to better understand why local connections still matter in a digital world?and how your business can harness the unique strengths of local media to engage your customers and grow your brand in a meaningful way. Free to attend?just bring your lunch and your questions!
Morning Member Meetup - Mastering Email Marketing in 2025
Morning Member Meetup The Power of Email Marketing in 2025 With Guest Speaker Paul Mycroft, Market 2 All Stop leaving money on the table! Email marketing, when done right, remains one of the most effective and affordable ways to connect with your customers, drive sales, and build loyalty. Discover practical strategies you can implement immediately, from building a valuable email list to crafting compelling messages that get opened and acted upon. Learn how simple automated sequences and re-engagement campaigns can boost your bottom line. Email marketing is still one of the best ways that you can communicate with customers in 2025. We're excited to bring back our Morning Member Meetup series?it?s been a little while, and we?ve missed starting the day with coffee, good company, and meaningful conversation. This is your chance to reconnect with familiar faces and meet new ones, all while picking up timely marketing tips to energize your business strategy. Where: Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre When: 8:00 AM ? 9:00 AM Cost: Free Coffee: Provided by Gulf Islands Coffee Breakfast Goodies: Sponsored by Kubera Payments RSVP to grab a cup and a muffin and enjoy the conversation. We look forward to seeing you there!
FortisBC - Speaker Series Luncheon
Let’s talk energy—over lunch! This luncheon is open to all! Join Cowichan community leaders as we welcome FortisBC’s Jason Wolfe for a speaker session that’s all about understanding where BC’s energy system is heading. With change on the horizon, now’s the time to get informed and connect with others who care about what’s next for our region. Flow and Economics of BC’s Energy Landscape: Reliable and resilient energy is critical to supporting British Columbia’s economy, sustainability, and future growth. In this session, Jason Wolfe, Director of Energy Solutions at FortisBC, will provide an in-depth look at BC’s evolving energy landscape, addressing rising demand and the need for diverse energy solutions. Attendees will gain insights into the role of dual fuel systems, emerging technologies, and policy developments shaping the future of energy in the province.
Ask the Expert | Mind Mosaic Inclusive HR
Making Work Inclusive for Everyone: Simple Strategies to Support Every Brain in Your Business Running a small business means juggling a million things at once?and your people are at the heart of it all. But what if your workplace systems are unintentionally working against some of your best team members? In this engaging and practical session, Lisa Lewis?HR strategist and founder of MindMosaic Inclusive HR?shares a quick intro to what neurodiversity is and how understanding the different ways brains work can transform how you hire, communicate, and retain your team. You?ll learn how small shifts, like offering flexibility in how people give input or rethinking how you run meetings, can create a more productive and inclusive environment for everyone. Whether your team is a team of two or twenty-two, this session will give you low-cost, high-impact strategies to help your people thrive without burning out. Bring your questions?I love a lively discussion!
Chamber Mix & Mingle | WorkBC Duncan Centre
Join us for an evening of connection and community at the Chamber Mix & Mingle hosted by WorkBC Centre Duncan! On Wednesday, May 14th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, we?re opening our doors for a fun and informative networking event. Come down to our Duncan location to explore the full range of services WorkBC offers to job seekers, employers, and the broader Cowichan community. Meet our friendly staff, tour the centre, and learn how we support career development, hiring, and inclusive employment initiatives. ? Enjoy complimentary appetizers and light refreshments while you mingle with local professionals and community leaders. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing how WorkBC can make a difference in your workplace.
Tourism Tuesday May 20
Tourism Tuesday Join the Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre and Tourism Cowichan for Tourism Tuesday! The Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre would like to welcome Tourism Cowichan back for Tourism Tuesday on May 20th, 2025 from 10am-3pm. Pop by the visitor centre to meet in-person with Kenzie Knight, Tourism Development Specialist for Tourism Cowichan. Kenzie will be available between 10am-3pm to discuss the range of support and opportunities available to Cowichan tourism stakeholders. This is an open invitation to any tourism business owner in the region. Tourism Cowichan Society supports destination marketing for tourism and hospitality focused businesses operating in the Cowichan Region. Stakeholders can join at no cost and partner with Tourism Cowichan in showcasing Cowichan as a preferred destination for travelers. You can book a 30-minute time slot with Kenzie in advance by emailing kenzie@tourismcowichan.com or just pop in for a conversation. We look forward to seeing you!
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