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Chamber River Float with The Tube Shack Aug 11
Grab your swimsuits and eco-friendly sunscreen?it?s time to float! We?re heading out for a relaxing river float, Tube Shack style, on Monday, August 11, with a 12:30 p.m. check-in and a 1:00 p.m. launch. Expect about 2?3 hours of easygoing adventure, drifting along the Cowichan River before wrapping up at Little Beach, where the shuttle will take us back to town. Tube Rentals: ? $20 + tax for a standard tube ? $30 + tax for a swift tube Includes life jacket, shuttle ride, and use of river-friendly sunscreen Chamber Member Perk: Use promo code CHAMBER2025 at checkout to receive 20% off your rental and let The Tube Shack know you?re part of our group. Book your rental and complete your waiver on The Tube Shack?s website for the 1:00 p.m. float on Monday, August 11 here IMPORTANT! Once you're booked, send us a quick email at admin@duncancc.bc.ca to let us know you're joining the float?and whether you?ll be sticking around for some well-deserved food and drinks at Jakes at the Lake afterward! Meet-Up Location: The Tube Shack ? 109 S Shore Road, Lake Cowichan (Underneath Jakes at the Lake. Free parking is available in a designated lot about a 5-minute walk away.) Please arrive by 12:15 p.m. for check-in and sunscreening Let?s send off summer with a splash!
Paddle With The Chamber and Pristine Paddleboard Adventures August 19th
Try Paddleboarding with the Chamber Team! We?re heading to Gordon Bay Provincial Park on beautiful Cowichan Lake for a fun and relaxed evening on the water - Tuesday, August 19 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. We?ll be renting paddleboards from Pristine Paddleboard Adventures, a locally owned business offering rentals and instruction right at Gordon Bay. Whether you?re brand new or a seasoned paddler, they?ve got you covered. Rental Rates: ? $30 for 1 hour ? $45 for 2 hours Includes paddle, leash, air pump, transport bag, 15L dry bag, and waterproof phone pouch. Chamber Member Perk: Use the code SUMMERFUN2025 at checkout for 15% off rentals Book directly through Pristine Paddleboard Adventures and complete the required waivers for the 5:00 p.m. slot on Tuesday, August 19: www.pristinepaddleboard.com/rentals Once you?ve booked, let us know at admin@duncancc.bc.ca. Meet-Up Details: ? Pristine Paddleboard Adventures ? Between the Beach and the Boat Launch at Gordon Bay Provincial Park ? Please arrive by 4:45 p.m. to allow time for check-in Let?s soak up the summer together?on the lake, on the boards, and under the sun!
Chamber on Tour: Summer Stop-In – Shawnigan Lake
Chamber on Tour: Summer Stop-In - Shawnigan Lake Tuesday, August 20 | 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM Join us for a special Chamber on Tour as we spend the morning in beautiful Shawnigan Lake! We'll visit three unique local spots - celebrating history, indulging in a sweet treat, and supporting an incredible community cause. ? Stop 1 - 10:30 AM Shawnigan Lake Museum 1775 Shawnigan Mill Bay Road Explore the museum's expanded and beautifully curated space, showcasing the rich stories of the Shawnigan community. ? Stop 2 - 11:30 AM West Coast Cones 1750 Shawnigan Mill Bay Road Cool down with a delicious cone from this beloved ice cream shop. A little taste of summer ice cream is available for purchase. ? Stop 3 - 12:00 PM Camp Shawnigan - Easter Seals BC/Yukon 2180 Shawnigan Lake Road Get a behind-the-scenes tour of this remarkable camp for children and youth with disabilities. Learn about Easter Seals? $25 million campaign to build a brand-new, fully accessible facility, and see their recently completed dock designed to enable all campers to enjoy the water safely. After the tour, enjoy a barbecue lunch generously hosted by the Easter Seals team. How to Join: This Chamber on Tour is free and open to Chamber members and guests. Join us for all three stops?or just one or two! Registration is required. Please let us know in the comments: Which stops you'll be joining Any allergies or dietary needs for lunch Let's hit the road together-connect, explore, and show our support for this inspiring community!
Kinsol Trestle Hike with the Chamber
Hike with the Chamber ? Kinsol Trestle Grab your hiking shoes and join us for a casual summer outing to the Kinsol Trestle! ? Meet at 10:00 a.m. ? Dogs are welcome. We?ll enjoy an easy hike along the scenic Cowichan Valley Trail, arriving at the Kinsol Trestle for a picnic lunch (lunch details TBA). This is a great way to get outdoors, connect with fellow Chamber members, and soak up some fresh air and beautiful surroundings.
Summer Wrap-Up at Malahat Skywalk
Exclusive Member Event at Malahat SkyWalk Thursday, September 4 | 5:00 ? 7:00 PM We?re wrapping up summer in style with an exclusive evening for Chamber members at the spectacular Malahat SkyWalk. This members-only gathering is your chance to network, take in the views, and enjoy a relaxed evening at one of the regi
Chamber Mix & Mingle | Scotiabank Women Initiative & CWBN Social Sept. 11, 2025
The Scotiabank Women Initiative and Cowichan Women's Business Network This night is for the women who show up, lift others, and keep pushing forward. Whether you?re running your own business, leading a team, or working to make change through non-profit work, you belong here. The Scotiabank Women Initiative and Cowichan Women?s Business Network are teaming up to host an evening of connection and community. Expect honest conversations, new friendships, and the kind of encouragement that only happens when strong women come together. Jill Lawrence and Sheila Leclerc, co-founders of the Cowichan Women?s Business Network, will help spark the night, but the real magic comes from everyone in the room. Come hungry for inspiration (and light refreshments) and leave with a bigger circle of women who?ve got your back. Date: Thursday, September 11, 2025 Time: 5:30 ? 7:00 PM Location: Scotiabank, 435 Trunk Rd, Duncan RSVP by: September 5, 2025
Ask the Expert | Chris Wilkinson Coaching
Are You Running Your Business?Or Is It Running YOU? September offers a rare sweet spot. Summer?s distractions are behind you, routines are settling back in, and the fall quarter is wide open in front of you. This is the moment to decide: will you let your business keep running you on autopilot, or will you step back and consciously run it with focus, clarity, and intention? In this one-hour session, business coach Chris Wilkinson will guide you through a powerful 7-question check-in to pinpoint where you?re in control and where your business may be steering the wheel. From there, Chris will spark fresh insights, coach in the moment, and open up new perspectives that help you see your business in ways you may have been too busy to notice. You?ll walk away with three essentials: Clarity on what?s working, what?s not, and the priorities that deserve your focus this quarter. Make it easy on yourself by knowing exactly what you should be focusing on...meaning you'll also know what to say NO to. Confidence in your ability to take charge of your business instead of reacting to it. Make decisions without second guessing & ruminating. Actionables you can implement right away... practical, real-world steps to get immediate traction and get sh*t done! Chris will close with a short Q&A and share simple strategies to help you keep momentum long after the session ends.
Chamber Mix & Mingle | RBC - Women in Investing
Join us for an empowering and inspiring evening at Women in Investing ? a unique event designed to celebrate, educate, and connect women in the Cowichan Valley. This isn?t just about stocks and savings ? it?s about investing in every part of who we are. From financial planning to mental well-being and physical health, our panel of experts from the finance and wellness industries will share real stories, practical tips, and empowering insights to help you take charge of your future. What to expect: A dynamic panel discussion with leaders in finance, wellness and women?s health Real conversations on building financial confidence and personal well-being Networking with like-minded women Delicious food, drinks and a fun, uplifting atmosphere Whether you are just starting your financial journey, prioritizing yourself again or looking to take the next big step, this event is for you!
Chamber Mix & Mingle | Udderly Brazen #2
Chamber Mix & Mingle | Udderly Brazen #2 We’re back in Cowichan Bay for a sweet-and-savoury sequel. Original Udder Guys Ice Cream and Candy is teaming up with The Brazen Fork for an after-hours takeover made for easy conversation and good times. Think harbour views, small scoops and fudge tasters from Udder Guys, and pork sandwich sliders hot off The Brazen Fork’s kitchen. Bring a friend, bring your sweet tooth, and come hungry for connections.
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