Sooke Region Chamber of Commerce Leadership through community services
History 65 years 155 businesses 8 key portfolios Economic development Community-focussed Community enriching events
Board of Directors Sean Dyble (120 West Consulting) Terry Cristall (Architecture) Michael Nyikes (Fancy Shack) Kerry Cavers (KK Mortgages) Travis Butler (Butler Bros) Joanne Walsh (RBC) Karen Mason (Financial) Frederique Philip (Sooke Harbour House) Emily Drown (Stevenson Luchies and Legh)
Newcomers Club New in 2014 70 club members $16,000,000 invested Volunteerism Learn about Sooke Guest speakers Thursday, March 5, 5 pm to 7 pm Royal Canadian Legion Branch 54 Guest Speaker: RCMP Staff Sergeant Jeff McArthur
Resident Relocation Relocation package Community resources Businesses Clubs, groups, schools Attend newcomers club Answer enquiries District of Sooke Relocation Package August 2014 Edition
Town Centre Design Guidelines Chamber initiative Over a year in the making Downtown improvements Adopted by District June 2014 A more liveable downtown Much more can be done
Better Buy Sooke Shop local programme Code of Ethical Business Practices Pride Look in Sooke first A priority in 2015 Advertising campaign
Events Business Excellence Awards Gala Community voting Recognizes success in Sooke Golf Tournament Santa Claus Parade Chamber sponsorship
Adult Education Currently limited opportunities in Sooke Partnerships: Royal Roads University Sooke Public Library SEAPARC Other education resources Deliver adult education locally Business improvement courses
Economic Development Help existing businesses succeed Encourage new businesses Facilitate discussion with government Job creation Community involvement Partnerships
The Future Expand economic development activities Continue downtown improvements Promote Better Buy Sooke Establish local adult education Encourage relocation investment Encourage business investment