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July 29 Arbutus Ridge Golf Club and Damali Lavender Farm amp WineryThis Wed July 29 well tour the multi‐faceted facility that is Arbutus Ridge GolfClub Arbutus Ridge has something for everyone ‐ stunning course instruction forall ages indoor tennis family days delicious dining plus banquet and meetingfacilities Attendees will enjoy the tour snacks and we hear there may be take‐awaysThen we head across the street to Damali Lavender Farm amp Winery There wellsample their selection of wines stroll the labyrinth the grounds and the vineyardDamali grows the grapes lavender and fruits onsite for their subtly flavoured

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lavender wines Damali was recognized by Fodors as among the top 7 Farms Staysin the world ‐ come an see why

Tour Arbutus Ridge Golf Club and Damali Lavender Farm amp WineryWed July 29

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Onsite Sunfest Parking Sold Out ‐ Shuttle AvailableThe best way to get to Sunfest including the opening night July 30is via the shuttle Its just $5 (cash) There are regular pickups fromthe Island Savings Centre in Duncan and the Fuller Lake Arena inChemainus The shuttle runs 4 pm until 1 am

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Damali LavenderFest ‐ Sat July 25 TOMORROW The Damali Lavender amp Winery 8th Annual LaverderFest is tomorrow Sat July 24from 10 am until 4 pm This is a family event and youll enjoy Live music fromWashington Brothers and Jonas Shandel delicious food artisan vendors lavendercraft making essential oil distillation demos wine garden and more

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Sat July 25 TOMORROW3500 Telegraphy Rd at Hutchinson RdAll parking in lower field access via

Telegraph RdClick here for poster and details

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Dennis Atkins Performs at Enrico Winery Sat July 25 TOMORROWWhat could be better than a free event to listen to live music in a beautiful settingat Enrico winery Dennis Atkins is performing at there this Sat July 25 from 2 ‐ 6pm Admission is free so come by to listen and enjoy some food and wine too

Enrico Winery ‐ Live MusicSat July 25 2 ‐ 6 pm3280 Telegraph Rd

infoenricowinerycom | (250) 733‐2356 Open 7 Days a Week 10 am ‐ 5 pm

WorkSafe Rate Changes Consultation Sessions July 30WorkSafe is travelling the province to communicate their insurance rates for thecoming year They will provide an overview of the preliminary rates and outlineinjury trends in BC The session will include information on how to reduce injuriesand manage claims Experts will be on hand to answer questions

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Nanaimo July 30 830 am ‐ 1100 amVictoria July 30 2 ‐ 430 pm

This is a free event but RSVPs are requiredFor details or to RSVP 6042477333 | ratesworksafebccom

Vancouver Island Economic Summit ‐ Early Bird Pricing Until ‐ July 31 The Vancouver Island State of the Island Economic Summit now in its 9th year provides a venue and a forum forbusinesses and stakeholders on Vancouver Island to understand the State of the Island Economy Youth First NationsPolitical Leaders Business Leaders Small Business and other inspirational leaders on Vancouver Island participate inchampioning actions which will position Vancouver Island in the Global Marketplace Register before July 31 for EarlyBird Pricing

Vancouver Island Economic SummitOct 28 amp 29

Nanaimo Conference Centre 101 Gordon St Nanaimo Early Bird Pricing $349 until July 31 | $399 Thereafter

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Chamber and Visitor Centre News

Mobile Visitor Services Coming to an Event with YouThe Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre (CVRC) was recently successful in receiving aDestination BC grant to deliver mobile Visitor Services We are partnering with 897 JuiceFM and a Travel Counsellor will accompany Reporter Amelia Breckinridge when she tours

Cowichan events and attractions every Saturday The CVRC rep will deliver Cowichan information connect with

visitors and locals answer questions and promote events and businesses via social media Listento Juice FM and watch for Amelia and our Travel Counsellor during August and September

This Week in Pictures We toured Forever Fit with owner Nancy McNeill We tried the equipment in Forever Fits bright welcomingneighbourhood gym Nancy offers programs for all levels ages and interests Thanks to Forever Fit for sharing yourexpertise and hospitality

Huge thank you to Simon and the team at Ocean EcoVentures Whale Watching fortaking our team on an amazing Whale Watching trip Thats Win amp Essa geared up andready for whale watching

Enrico Winerys 2014 Tempest Ortega earned the Lieutenant Governor Award for Excellence in BC Wines ‐ only 14were honoured out of a field of 425 LG Judith Guichon came to Enricos this week to present the Award

Hon Judith Guichon amp Enrico owner JimSmith

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Shop Healthy with Duncan Fitness Centre ‐ Aug 4 July 24On Tuesday August 4 at 515pm Duncan Fitness Centre certified nutrition coach KathleenNeilson will hold a grocery store tour at Save On Foods Youll Discover how to shop healthfullyfor yourself and your family Learn how to read labels for hidden fat or sugar what is truly goodfor you whats just marketing hype and how to eat healthy nutritionally packed good withoutbreaking the bank

Shop Healthy with Duncan Fitness Centre at Save On FoodsSave On Foods 181 Trans Canada HwyTues Aug 4 515 pm

$5 per person for Chamber members and their friendsPlaces are strictly limited Reserve your spot ‐ Email duncanfitnesscentregmailcom

Milner Gardens Art amp Photography in the Garden ‐ Aug 8 amp 9 July 24Meet mingle and be inspired by 22 local artists at work at Milner Gardens on Aug 8 amp 9 There will be live music anda silent art auction All proceeds support Vancouver Island Universitys Milner Gardens amp Woodland

Milner Gardens Art amp Photography in the GardenAug 8 amp 9 10 am to 4 pm

Last entry 430 pm amp Gardens close at 500pm$11 Adults | $650 Students | Free ‐ Children 12 amp under who are accompanied by an

adult Milner Gardens members amp current VIU students with cardTea Room amp refreshments stand open 1130 am ‐ 4 pm for this event

More details online or call 250‐752‐6153 Hand stamp allows re‐entry August 9th On‐site shuttle for mobility concerns

Cowichan Intercultural Society Receives Telus GrantThe Cowichan Intercultural Society (CIS) is pleased to announce that the TELUS Community Action Team has donated$75000 to the Multicultural Leadership Group (MLG) The Group began in 2008 as a way for youth to volunteer at theNorth American Indigenous Games MLG continues the tradition of volunteering community building and leadershipinitiatives Each week youth and adults of all ages cultures faiths and identities join together to learn leadership skills and contribute to the community It is a way for youth to connect withdiverse and intergenerational community members to build communityconnections mentorship opportunities and partnerships with community‐basedprojects

Cowichan Intercultural Societyofficecis‐iwcorg | 250‐748‐3112

Peter Fox of Telus Lynn Weaver ED of CIS amp Christine CIS Financial Coordinator

BC Forest Discovery Kids Days Aug 12 amp 3 ‐ 1 Ticket = 3 Days of FunThere are 100 acres and 3 days of family fun at Kids Days at the BC Forest DiscoveryCentre Aug 1 ‐ 3 Programming includes crafts life entertainment BBQ scavengerhunt draw prizes stilt‐walker and balloon animals The Steam Train starts running at1030 each day Reduced admission plus pay once and attend all 3 days

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Tourism Cowichan ‐ Times Colonist Cowichan Feature ‐ Deadline August 14Tourism Cowichan has booked a Cowichan Special Feature in the Times Colonist for Aug 20 Exceptional discounted advertising space is available ‐ up to 60 off regular rates starting at just $78 Take advantage of this cost effectiveaccess to the Victoria market

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July 17

FREE Nutrition or Fitness Coaching Session from Duncan Fitness CentreSimon Young of Duncan Fitness Centre is offering a free nutrition or fitness coaching session to businesses ororganizations who carry a lead box at their location Individuals may provide contact information to Duncan Fitnessusing the lead box and Duncan Fitness will follow up Duncan Fitness empties the boxes every two weeks In returnSimon Young will provide you with a 30 minute free nutrition or fitness coaching session as a Thank you DuncanFitness Centre has recently launched their Facebook page and would welcome new likes

Duncan Fitness CentreFree NutritionFitness Coaching Session for Lead Box Placement

Email duncanfitnesscentregmailcom to participate amp book your free sessionJuly 17

Internet Fraud Advisory for Businesses from Community PolicingCanadian businesses are losing significant amounts of money to fraudsters who claim torepresent a regular supplier The scam is targeting businesses that buy supplies from foreignwholesalers (eg China) and usually involves a spoofed eshymail informing the buyers of achange in payment arrangements Email spoofing refers to email that appears to haveoriginated from one source when it was actually sent from another source

More Details ‐ Canadian Anti‐Fraud CentreJuly 17

Nominate for Duncans Perpetual Arts Trophy ‐ Deadline Sept 15Do you know someone who has made an incredible contribution to the arts Not just in visual arts but musictheatre dance etc Why not nominate them for this years City of Duncans Perpetual Arts Trophy The recipientwill be recognized in the late fall at an event hosted by the City of Duncan Follow the link below to place yournominations

Perpetual Arts Trophy NominationIsland Savings Centre 2687 James St

Drop off completed nominations at PORTALSJuly 10

Early Bird Registration Available for TAVIs Annual Conference Sept 15 ‐ 17 Campbell River July 10The host community of Campbell River is hard at work preparing a conference to remember Register before MonAug 10 as an early bird and receive 50 free TAVI bucks to use towards any auction or raffle purchases during theconference Stay tuned to wwwtviconferenceca for exciting programming details

Early Bird Registration is only $38900Click here to Register

Staples Advantage ‐ Helpful Online Resource for Business Owners July 10Staples Advantage is now offering a free series of articles especially small business owners Topics includeworkplace stress ergonomics handling digital clutter business resources productivity tips and more

Staples Advantage ‐ Lets Talk Biz ‐ Online ResourcesStaples Advantage has special discounts just for Chamber members ‐ Click here for details

Or contact Staples Representative brianmisenerstaplescom | 18772514343 Ext 17041

New Member Rideout Communications Offers 15 Discount to Chamber Members July 10New Chamber Member Simon Rideout of Rideout Communications produces the Whats On Digest (NanaimoCowichan and Victoria) as well as thingscowichancom Other products include Digital Boards (TV signage) in hightraffic locations

Offer 50 discount off Website ad with min 6 month print campaign10 print discount for Chamber members

Contact Simon Rideout

Duncan Cowichan Chamber of Commerce2896 Drinkwater Road Duncan BC V9L 6C2

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