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Happy New Year everyone!
Hard to believe that it is 2010 already!! Where did this last year go?? It’s been a bit of a “whirlwind” when I look back on it.
The Chamber was very busy in 2009 introducing our Lunch & Learn program, partnering with the Downtown Vernon Association to bring forward two Making Connections Trade Fairs, engaging our members in a Toastmaster sponsored Speechcraft program to enhance public speaking skills, an information session on the Harmonized Sales Tax, orientation sessions for new members etc. etc. and all this in addition to our regular events. In total, we hosted over 40 very valuable events for our membership. Read More >>>

Here it is! The Next Great Advantage for Your Business!
Just for being a Chamber Member your business will be listed in the print directory being published in February 2010. Of course other advertising options will be available to you. Expect to be contacted by Prosper Media or a Chamber representative very soon. or
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Think Green Publishing always begins a new project by deciphering who its client is, and by disseminating what information that client needs in order to properly and successfully do business. more here>>>
Green Planning,
Green Energy and Green Building departments partnering to speak at this Greater Vernon Chamber Luncheon on January 20th, 2010 more>>>
This January we begin nominations for the NEW Green Business Award for the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce's 2010 Annual Business Excellence Awards on May, 7th, 2010. The “Green Business of the Year” Award will be in addition to our Annual Business Excellence Awards more here>>>
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Your Membership in the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce makes good business sense. We guarantee it!
It’s simple. Once you join the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce, all we require is that you attend any 3 chamber events during the 90 day period from the start of your membership.
If for any reason you are dissatisfied, we will refund your entire investment at the end of 90 days. Not a portion of it – all of it!
Join us! You’ll be glad you did and we guarantee it!
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Calling All Artists and Graphic Designers

The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce (GVCC) is pleased to announce that we will be holding a contest for two innovative & creative logos. The contest will be for one logo to symbolize our distinguished Annual Business Excellence Awards and the other logo will be designed to promote a brand new campaign for the GVCC called, “I Belong”.
More Info>>>
Annual Business Excellence Awards >>>
New 'I Belong' Initiative>>>
Deadline for Submissions 12:00 noon January 8, 2010
Contact info@vernonchamber.ca for more info

Funbook Now Available
"THE" North Okanagan Coupon Book - 20th Anniversary
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