Taylor Bourhis Memorial Golf Tournament Fundraiser
Saturday, July 7, 2007 at 1:00pm
Sunday, July 8, 2007 at 12:00am
Pemberton Valley Golf & Country Club
Pemberton BC Canada

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Contact: 604.905.9347

The 28th Pemberton Barn Dance - a Pemberton Tradition
Saturday, July 28, 2007 at 7:00pm
to Sunday, July 29, 2007 at 2:00am
Copperdome Roothouse
Pemberton Meadows Road,
Pemberton Valley BC

Music by The Brent Lee Band
Transportation offered between the Village of Pemberton & event venue. Tickets available at various retail stores in Pemberton

The Pemberton Spirit of BC Community Committee is calling upon the community to take action. Everyone in Pemberton can be part of the 2010 experience.

If you are interested in participating or volunteering in any way please attend the Informational Meeting on THURSDAY, JULY 19th at 7 p.m. at Signal Hill Elementary School. The Sea to Sky Corridor will soon become the home of only 15 Bobsleigh, Skeleton & Luge ice tracks in the world. Learn about being a Volunteer Race official, find out about future “Learn-to” sliding camps, support the Whistler Sliding Centre & Team Canada, try out for luge, bobsleigh & skeleton national teams or join the Track Club at the Whistler Sliding Centre. Plus hear Pemberton’s plans for Winterfest 2008.

Best Regards
Paul Selina
Chair Spirit of BC

Here's an update regarding the 2007 Pemberton Barn Dance:

Ticket Prices:
Early bird rate until July 16th - $30
After July 16th - $35.00

Where to Buy Tickets:
PEMBERTON: Pemberton Esso, Pemberton Valley Supermarket, Pemberton Legion BR. #201
WHISTLER: The Whistler Question
SQUAMISH: The Squamish Chief

And the Other Details:
The 28th Pemberton Barn Dance - a Pemberton Tradition
Saturday, July 28, 2007 at 7:00pm
to Sunday, July 29, 2007 at 2:00am
Copperdome Roothouse
Pemberton Meadows Road,
Pemberton Valley BC

Music by The Brent Lee Band
Transportation offered between the Village of Pemberton & event venue.

Last year, over 1,000 riders and more than 25 local producers took part in the second Slow Food Cycle, Pemberton's signature agritourism event.

This unique back-to-the-land bike ride through the Pemberton Valley is an opportunity to connect, farm folk with city folk, consumers with the source of their food, and everyone with their senses and the bounty of the earth.

35% of the riders were proud locals out enjoying their home town. 30% visited from Vancouver, 25% were from Whistler, with 10% hailing from all over the world - London, Shanghai, Brazil, San Francisco, Sydney...

When: 19 August 2007, 9 am - 4 pm
Where: Pemberton Meadows Road, starting at the Community Centre

FREE! Bring your bike, your appetite and cash, and graze your way up the valley.

Visit the Slow Food Cycle Sunday Website for more info...

There is lots to do in Pemberton during the last few weeks of July 2007.

Babe Ruth Provincial Baseball Tournament
Tuesday - Saturday July 17 to 21.
Signal Hill Ball Park.
Teams with players 13 to 15 years old.

Pemberton Movie Night - "Meet the Robinsons"
Saturday July 21 @ 7 p.m.
Pemberton Community Centre.
$5 per person or $15 per family..
Concession is open.

Dog Wash - Fundraiser for the Animal Shelter
Sunday July 22, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Pioneer Park (beside the Pemberton Hotel)
Bring the family - fun, games & agility demonstrations.
Owners - your dog must be on a LEASH!

Lily Paddle - Dragon Boat Race
Saturday July 28, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
One Mile Lake.
Concession available.

Pemberton Barn Dance - a Pemberton Tradition
Saturday July 28, 7 p.m. start.
Copper Dome Roothouse.
Pemberton Valley.
.... learn more.

Hot off the press! Updated transportation information for the Pemberton Barn Dance - Saturday July 28,2007:

Whistler Bus Transportation
Pick up @ the Whistler Conference Centre- 7:00, 8:00 & 9:00 p.m
Leave Barn Dance to Whistler - Midnight and 1 p.m.
$10 return

Pemberton Bus Transportation
Continuous transportation to/from Pemberton Legion
$5 return

>> Get more Pemberton Barn Dance info...

2ND Annual Feast of Fields,
Saturday, August 18/2007
A gourmet wandering picnic harvest festival. With a wine glass and linen napkin in hand, guests can taste the very best of BC from chefs, vintners, brewers, farmers, and food artisans from across the province. Feast of Fields is a gastronomic journey towards a sustainable, local food system.

Location:
North Arm Farm
1888 Highway 99
Pemberton, BC
1-5pm

Tickets:
$75 each (6 yrs old & under are free & 7-12 yrs are $15 each)
Tickets on sale on line www.feastoffields.com

Questions? Contact:
Astrid Cameron Kent
‘Event Coordinator’
Tel. 604 935-3737
Email: astrid@astridsfinefoods.com

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Slow Food Cycle Sunday,
Sunday, August 19/2007
Pemberton's signature agritourism event! A 'FREE' community bike-ride through the Pemberton Valley to meet the local food growers, artisans and farmers, and sample their wares. A self-propelled adventure styled as a reverse Farmer's Market-taking the people to the farms!

Time/Location:
9am to 4pm
Pemberton Meadows Road, starting at the Community Centre.
Bring your bike, your appetite and cash, and graze your way up the valley.

Some things to remember:
-The route is 25 km out and back, making a 50 km return trip. You can turn around at any point. There is plenty of food for sale but last year many farmers sold out and depending on attendance it could happen again. Consider bringing your own snacks.
- Last year we were blessed by Mother Nature with a warm and sunny day. Please remember to bring hats, water and whatever else will help you enjoy your day outside.
- Most farmers don't have credit or debit processing capabilities in their barns and farms, so avoid disappointment and bring cash if you intend to purchase some local products.
- We will be offering a grocery delivery service for a small fee. More details to come on this great, back-saving help! Now you can buy that side of beef or 10 lbs of potatoes that you were eyeing last year.

Questions? Contact:
Anna Helmer: 604 966-8460
or
Lisa Richardson: 604 894-1970
slowfoodcycle@gmail.com
www.slowfoodcyclesunday.com

News and Updates -- 4th Annual Pemberton Equifest

Back for its fourth year the Pemberton Equifest is coming together once again with events and games for the whole family. This year the Equifest will be running Sept 7-8th at its traditional grounds at Rohan Stables on Clover Road. The two day event will feature the Wild Angels Trick Riding Act, Langley Riders, Kassai Horseback Archery, Pemberton Battle of the bands, and a Show and Shine. With events for both the young and old this event looks to be yet another big success.

For more information on the event and its performers you can visit the Pemberton Equifest website, and for those looking for possible sponsorship information feel free to contact Deb Esseltine at postmaster@pembertonequifest.com.

The Fabulous Harlem Crowns Basketball Team visit Pemberton for a game versus the Pemberton Secondary School alumni. The Harlem Crowns, dubbed "Comedy In Motion", are sure to provide a fantastic, hilarious and funny mixture of basketball skills and comedy.

When: Saturday November 3 @ 7:00 p.m.
Where: Pemberton Secondary School
Opponents: PSS Alumni
General Admission: $7 advanced ticket sales, $8 at the door

Call Krista Sims at 604.894.6318 for tickets.

Visit the Harlem Crowns Basketball Team website for more information about their team.

Upcoming Sea-to-Sky Greenbelt Event! The Sea-to-Sky Greenbelt Initiative's Official Launch

When: Thursday November 15th from 6:00-9:00pm.
Where: Brackendale Art Gallery

Come and help refine the vision for the initiative, learn about the goals of the S2S Greenbelt and have your questions answered. Residents, business owners, First Nations, developers, housing and real estate professionals, government, and environmental representatives are all welcome.

The event is hosted by Smart Growth BC. Sponsors include the Bullitt Foundation and Mountain Equipment Co-op. Attendance is free but space is limited - to reserve a spot, please email Ione
Smith, Special Projects Coordinator at Smart Growth BC at ione@smartgrowth.bc.ca or call 604-915-5234.

To view the draft S2S Greenbelt vision and FAQs, see the Smart Growth BC website:
http://www.smartgrowth.bc.ca/Default.aspx?tabid=168

Pemberton's St. David's United Church welcomes all to the 2007 Christmas Craft Fair

The Craft Fair offers artisans, crafts, baking, fish bond for children, cookie table, white elephant sale, concession and more.

Open to the Public
Date: Saturday December 1
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Pemberton Community Centre

Open to Exhibitors
Date: Friday November 30
Time: 9:30 to 11 p.m. for set up
Where: Pemberton Community Centre

For more information contact...
Arlene McClean - Tel. 604.894.6754 Fax. 604.894.5004
arlene@pembertonchamber.com

Pemberton and District residents participated in the 2007 Remembrance Day in usual fashion.

The usual strong turn-out of local residents watched the parade and commemoration lead by Dave Walden. The outside event was followed by an afternoon of community fellowship at the Royal Canadian Legion in Pemberton. Thanks to all the volunteers who made this event possible!

Pemberton resident and photographer Toshi Kawano took some pictures of the 2007 Remembrance Day event and they are available for viewing.

Santa at the Musuem
Pemberton Museum
Sat. Dec.15, 2007 - 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Visit Santa. Enjoy hot dogs, hot chocolate & a marshmallow roast FREE.
Sponsored by the Pemberton & District Museum & Archives Society

Christmas in the Park
Pioneer Park
Sun. Dec. 9, 2007 - 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
Meet Santa. Enjoy the Children's choir, hot chocolate & hot dogs FREE.
Sponsored by the Pemberton & District Chamber of Commerce.

You are invited to Christmas Celebrations at St. David's United Church - Church on the Hill.

Saturday December 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Annual Christmas Bazaar - Pemberton Community Centre

December 16 @ 7 p.m.
Whistler Singers Concert in the Church

December 20 to 22
Christmas Hamper Program at the Pemberton Community Centre

December 24 @ 7 p.m.
Christmas Eve Service - Light the Christ candle service

The Pemberton & District celebrates its 75 year of operation in 2007!

Join us for our annual Christmas party. Here are the details!

Date: Friday December 7, 2007 @ 8 p.m.
Where: Big Sky Golf & Country Club @ 8 p.m.

Entertainment by: "Abba Cadabra"
Includes presentation of Citizen & Business of the Year Awards

Tickets on sale now at Pemberton Valley Golf & Country Club & Pemberton ESSO - $25 each

Be Well. Invest Well.
Investments & Wills Made Easy
Mon Dec 17th 7 to 8 p.m.
@ Mt Currie Coffee Co.

Kathleen van der Ree and Sholto Shaw of Race & Company will speak about wills. Jennie Helmer will speak to investment opportunities in turbulent markets and tax-efficient investing strategies. It's sure to be entertaining and fast paced. All are welcome!

For more information contact:
Jennie Helmer - BComm. (Hons)
Ecovest Financial/ First Financial Securities Inc.
Investment Advisor
Professional Financial Planner
604 966-8091

WE NEED FILMMAKERS!

With the incredible support of the Copperdome Lodge, Pemberton Winterfest 2008’ is very excited and pleased to announce our “first ever Pemberton Mountain Film Festival” to be included in the calendar events from February 11-13, 2008. We need you in order to make that happen! If you have a film that centers on sports or adventure; then we would love the opportunity to showcase your slideshow or film!

Some sample film themes are:

Paragliding, BASE Jumping, Speed Flying, Skiing, Snowboarding, Sledding, Ice Climbing, Mountaineering, Kayaking, Climbing

With a theme each night, there is something for the adventure seeker in all of us!

Please contact Michelle Murray at 604-698-5795 by January 19, 2008 to have your submission considered. Time is of the essence!

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Pemberton Mountain Film Festival
Part of the Pemberton Winterfest Celebrations

The Pemberton area is a Mecca for the mountain adventure sports enthusiasts and is home to many who are interested in the artistic, cultural and social aspects of life in non-urban areas of the world and the Pemberton Mountain Film Festival (PMFF) will seek to showcase a combination of some of the best commercial and amateur films centered on the world of adventure sports and mountain life, in its broadest context.

The PMFF will be hosted at the Copperdome Lodge, located in the Pemberton Meadows. The Copperdome Lodge proudly offers a newly transformed schoolhouse that provides a recently renovated multi-purpose training facility and theatre for 50 or more people. The Copperdome Lodge is located in a rural setting surrounded by both verdant farmland and the towering peaks of the Coast Mountains - an ideal setting for the PMFF.

The PMFF will run for three nights during the Winterfest celebration, February 11th 12th and 13th from 6:30 to 9:30 pm, providing an exciting mid-week addition to the action packed Winterfest calendar. Each evening will showcase a number of short to mid-length movies showcasing films in the following themes:

• February 11th – Air Sports and adventures
(e.g. paragliding, BASE-jumping, speed flying, etc.)

• February 12th – Snow Sports & Adventures
(e.g. skiing, snowboarding, sledding, etc.)

• February 13th – Water and Rock
(e.g. climbing, mountaineering, kayaking, etc.)

While the evenings and general themes will be set, the exact itinerary for each particular evening will be published and advertised a week prior to the event.

Locally sourced material along with films from independent and small producers will be highlighted whenever possible.

Contact: Michelle Murray, 604-698-5795. Deadline is January 19, 2008.
www.pembertonwinterfest.com.

2010 BUSINESS SUMMIT PROMISES AN INCOMPARABLE AGENDA

With the countdown to 2010 well underway, the B.C. Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Secretariat is hosting the 2010 Business Summit on February 11, 2008 in Vancouver, featuring a one-time-only line-up of senior officials from companies that make up the ‘Olympic family’.

Games’ sponsors, participating national Olympic and Paralympic committees, international sports federations, local and international broadcasters, and hospitality and event specialists will bring personal and practical business perspectives to the Summit, and will provide valuable information about the wide range of goods, services, and people they will require.

Some of the featured speakers include:

- Scot Smythe, VISA International
- Brett Goodman, NBC Universal
- Magnus Alvarsson, Atos Origin
- Peter Franklin, Coca-Cola

Agenda topics include product retailing, visitor services, broadcast support, technology requirements, venue supply, and athlete support services.

For companies looking to participate in the 2010 experience, this is an important opportunity to learn and make quality connections in a very targeted environment.

It is a significant achievement to get a line-up of this calibre under one roof. While there have been several 2010-related business workshops, meetings and conference leading up to this point, this particular event will bring some of the most valuable 2010 business opportunities into sharper focus, directly from the key decision makers who are making it happen.

The Province of B.C. created the B.C. Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Secretariat to help BC companies connect to 2010 business.

Registration is open now, featuring an Early Bird Rate of $399+GST per person, at www.2010BusinessSummit.com or 1-866-646-3561.

Download a 2010 Summit poster.

Whistler Chamber of Commerce Presents Mark Lewis

When: Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Time: 11:45am-1:30pm
Location: Hilton Whistler Resort
Cost: $25 members, $35 non-members
After Jan. 24, $30 members, $40 non-members

Guest Speaker: Mark Lewis is President of Jet Set Sports, a premier provider of corporate hospitality services. Having worked on 13 Olympic Games, Mark will provide insight into venues, products and services needed leading up to and during the 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Businesses can expect to learn what they can do to capitalize on the hospitality needs of the Games.

Following Mark’s presentation, Betty MacLeod, Senior Manager, Olympic Business Development, RBC will share strategies to help BC companies capitalize on 2010 opportunities. Learn what your business or organization can do to capitalize on these hospitality needs and the 2010 Winter Games coming to BC.

To register, please contact Jaime at 604.932.5922 ext. 24 or events@whistlerchamber.com.

Jennie Helmer is pleased to be speaking about strategies to "Be Debt Free & Stay Free" on Tuesday January 29th, 2008 at the Pemberton Library from 6:30-7:30pm.

Simply screaming "help, get me out of debt", will not get you of the debt cycle.

Free child minding upon request.

Please phone 894.894.6916 to pre-register and for child minding requests.

For more information contact:
Ecovest Financial/ First Financial Securities Inc.
Jennie Helmer BComm. (Hons)
Investment Advisor
Professional Financial Planner
604.966.8091

PEMBERTON WINTEFEST EVENTS IN PROGRESS

Winterfest events, sponsored by the Spirit of BC Committee, got off to a great start on Feb. 8th. Events continue until Feb 17. For complete details on remaining events check the Winterfest Website www.pembertonwinterfest.com.

Don't miss:
* Pemberton Mountain Film Festival, Feb.12, 13 - Copperdome Lodge;
* Winterfest Pajama Night, Feb. 13 - Pemberton Secondary School,
* Winterfest Read-a-thon, Feb. 13 & 14 - Mount Currie Coffee House & Locals Living Room,
* Street Hockey Tournament, Feb. 16th - Pemberton Secondary School,
* Mountains of Art, Feb. 16th - Pemberton Valley Vineyard & Inn,
* Winterfest Youth Video Dance, Feb. 16th - Pemberton Community Centre,
* Winterfest Community Breakfast, Feb. 17 - Pemberton Community Centre;
* Artisans Exhibit, Feb. 17 - Back Country Adventure Club,
* Winterfeast Rotary Club Fundraiser Culinary Arts Dinner & Wine Pairing, Feb. 17 - Pemberton Valley Vineyard & Inn.

6 courses Gastronomic menu - Paired with wine from BC’s Great Estates

Date: Sunday February 17th 2008
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Pemberton Valley Vineyard & Inn - 1427 Collins Road, Pemberton
Tickets: $150 per person

To Reserve: Call France at 604-935-2988 to reserve.

Space is limited

Come to the Pemberton Royal Canadian Legion on Friday March 7th 2008 to enjoy a delicious spaghetti and meatball dinner with Caesar salad and garlic bread. Starting at 6 p.m.

This is a fundraiser for the Pemberton Secondary School senior girl's basketball team as they prepare to travel to Fiji for a year-end basketball tournament.

Dinner Rates:
* $10 for adults
* $8 for children and seniors.

Come support the TEAM and eat well. See you at the Legion!

Shane Bourbannais of Live Nation Canada invites you to join him on Thursday night at Big Sky Golf & Country Club for an update on the Pemberton Festival.

Please join us.

Where: Big Sky Golf & Country Club, 1690 Airport Rd., Pemberton
Date: Thursday March 13
Time: 7:00 p.m.

Snacks and drinks will be served.

Please RVSP to julianafraser@livenation.com

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It's true! Pemberton Rocks!

The first-ever Pemberton Festival, to be held July 25, 26 & 27 in one of North America’s most breathtakingly beautiful settings, Pemberton, British Columbia. The festival represents the first European-style festival that concert presenters Live Nation Canada have started from scratch.

Can it get any better than this? The musical lineup includes big names such as...

Coldplay
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Nine Inch Nails
Jay-Z
The Tragically Hip
Interpol
Death Cab For Cutie
My Morning Jacket
and Flaming Lips
plus up-and-comers Vampire Weekend, MGMT, Grand Ole Party and The Airborne Toxic Event.

There are two stages and a dance tent with more than 50 bands in all over the three day festival.

Pemberton BC Canada is just a two-hour drive from Vancouver and has long been a favorite winter vacation destination due to its close proximity to Whistler Resort. With artists performing against the backdrop of majestic snow capped mountains, we are also making every effort to be environmentally friendly in all our approaches to the festival organization and logistics.

PembertonFestival.com - for festival info
and Pemberton Accommodations - for local lodging info

Notice to all Pemberton Businesses -- A CHANCE FOR KIDS continues to fund raise in 2008.

And the key annual fundraising event is coming up -- the CHANCE FOR KIDS Charity Golf Tournament.

This year the event will be held on May 10th at Big Sky Golf & Country Club.

A CHANCE FOR KIDS is a non profit society that is now providing financial support to 13 extremely talented athletes from within the Sea to Sky Corridor (Squamish, Whistler, & Pemberton). To date, the society has provided more than $65,000 in financial support -- and it can only attribute its' tremendous success to the fabulous support of local businesses and individuals.

The Tournament Organizing Committee is back at work for the 2008 event and has set an aggressive goal of trying to raise $50,000 this year.

This is a request of all Pemberton businesses to be a part of this success in one or more of the following three ways:

* Become a HOLE SPONSOR and get recognition as a supporter -- for a financial donation of $300
* Make a donation for our fabulous SILENT AUCTION event
* Book a foursome of golfers to come out and enjoy this fantastic event

For more information contact Lonne Clark:
Email: lonne@telus.net
Phone: 604-902-4208

>> Download more CHANCE FOR KIDS info (in PDF format).

BC 150th Celebration

"Encore" - The Gold Rush Music Hall Revue by the Theatre Royal from Barkerville

Where: Pemberton Community Centre
Date: April 5, 2008
Time: 8 p.m.
Tickets: Adults, $20.00 Seniors & Students, $15.00
Available at the Pemberton Scotiabank or call 604-894-6477.

A fundraising event presented by the Pemberton & District Museum & Archives Society & assisted by the Pemberton Centennial Rotary Club & Scotiabank.

>> Download a Gold Rush Music Hall Revue Poster

Pemberton Wildlife Association present a fundraiser and dance with the Hairfarmers - a southern-fried rock duo playing roll 'n' roll classics and pop standards.

The Hairfarmers will get you singing and dancing to your favourites. Includes a bar, silent auction, brief live auction, music and dancing.

Date: Saturday April 5
Time: Doors Open 5:30 p.m., Dance Starts 8:00 p.m.
Where: Pemberton Secondary School
Tickets: $20 (Kids Under 10, $10)
Tickets available at Pemberton Office Services (604.894.5800) or Spud Valley Sports Goods.

For more information contact:
Allen McEwan, 604.894.6063
Clarke Gatehouse, 604.452.0178

>> Download a PWS Event Poster.

Prepare your business for NOW, 2010 and BEYOND!

Your road map to success starts with a well-defined business plan. At the end of this four hour workshop, you will leave with the completed framework for your successful business plan.

Facilitator: Jennie Helmer - Ecovest Financial
Date: March 31, 2008
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: 7400 Prospect Street - White building next to Village of Pemberton Office
Cost: $20.00 (cheques payable to Pemberton & District Chamber of Commerce)

Pre-registration required.
Contact Alexandra Ross:
Tel. 604-905-8672
Email. edc.alex@telus.net

STUDY SKILLS MATTER!

Date: Thursday, April 24th 2008
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Place: Pemberton Secondary School

Students today have twice as much homework as their parents. That’s twice as much reading and studying! Join Linda O’Reilly to learn the homework and study secrets that have helped many students excel. You will be kept laughing and learning as Linda shares exciting new research on the adolescent brain and guides students and parents through a practical homework and studying system; one that strengthens responsibility, self-sufficiency, and self esteem. PARENTS AND STUDENTS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND THIS SESSION TOGETHER.

Linda is currently teaching at Simon Fraser University. She is the parent of three grown children.

Date: Saturday, May 3, 2008
Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Royal Canadian Legion Br. #201

Concession stand with tea, coffee, muffins, squares, & cookies for sale.
Farmer’s Institute will have a booth for a seed swap.

For more information: Call 604-894-5715

All Village of Pemberton business and landowners of commercial/retail lands are invited to participate in the downtown Village of Pemberton Merchant Focus Group:

Date: Thursday May 1, 2008
Time: 7PM—8:30PM
Location: Pemberton Community Centre Room 109

Some of you attended Drew Meredith's presentation about a walkable village. At this meeting we announced that there will be a continuation of the conversation in forming a Focus Group for downtown merchants.

The Focus Group will brainstorm and identify challenges to do business in downtown and find solutions that can be implemented to improve the current way of doing business in Pemberton and continue to work on the future goal of creating a walkable village. Bring an open mind and lots of ideas.

For more information please contact:
Alexandra Ross
Economic Development Consultant
Pemberton & Area C
Phone: 604.905.8672
E-Mail: edc.alex@telus.net

ABOUT THE EVENT

North Shore Credit Union, The Whistler Grocery Store and the Pemberton Valley Supermarket are hosting the inaugural Charity Golf Tournament at Nicklaus North Golf Course.

Funds raised from the event this year will support the Pemberton Children’s Centre.

We invite you to participate in this year’s event – golf, fun, amazing prizes – all for a good cause.

Tournament Details
Date: Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Time: 1:00 pm Registration, 2:30 pm Shotgun Start,
6:30 pm Cocktails, 7:00 pm Dinner
Location: Nicklaus North Golf Course Whistler
Format: Texas Scramble
Cost: Tournament & Dinner, $1,500 per foursome*
Includes exclusive hole sponsorship and more!

ABOUT PEMBERTON CHILDREN'S CENTRE

Opened in February 2008, the Pemberton Children’s Centre provides much-needed child care for working families in the community and serves children beginning at 11 months, for full-day or half-day care. While the Pemberton Children’s Centre receives some government funding, they rely primarily on program fees and donations from the private and corporate sectors. Bottom line…they need your help!

The Pemberton Childcare Society, which oversees the operation of the Children’s Center, is a registered non-profit organization and contributions are tax deductible. For more information, visit www.pembertonchildrenscentre.com

North Shore Credit Union, The Whistler Grocery Store and the Pemberton Valley Supermarket have been an integral part of the Pemberton community since 2000 and are thrilled to be part of this rewarding project.

>> Download a Tournament Registration Form (PDF format)

SLRD Area C Luncheon CANCELLED

Please note: The event noted has been cancelled (as of Monday June 9, 2008).

Guest speaker: Susie Gimse
Date: Thursday, June 12, 2008
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: D'arcy Community Center
Cost: $12
Reservations are mandatory before the event.
E-Mail your RSVP: jbour1@telus.net
RSVP Deadline: June 9, 2008

Meet the Buyer – RFEOI No.2010-71 Concessionaire Services for Olympic and Paralympic Villages

VANOC is looking for the following services:
* Domestic Appliances and Supplies and Consumer Electronic Products
* Drugs and Pharmaceutical Products
* Food Beverage and Tobacco Products
* Management and Business Professionals and Administrative Services
* Printing and Photographic and Audio and Visual Equipment and Supplies
* Public Utilities and Public Sector Related Services
* Service Industry Machinery and Equipment and Supplies
* Travel and Food and Lodging and Entertainment Services

** If you are interested in bidding, don’t miss the Meet the Buyer meeting.

Date: Thursday June 5, 2008
Time: 1 p.m.
Venue: 2010 Commerce Centre – Robson Square
1600 – 800 Robson Street, Lower Plaza
Vancouver, BC

Click here for further information.

Increase Your Business and Your Revenues - Secure Your Contracts

This workshop will provide the opportunity to understand the components of the RFP and learn how to respond to an RFP.

• the use of the RFP process for the securing of goods and services increases each year
• discover ways to leverage the RFP process and grow your business without actually responding to an RFP
• understand how the RFP process can be used to benefit your own company in securing goods and services
• leverage the many opportunities as a result of major events held in the Sea-to-Sky corridor
• interested in the thousands of contracts still to be awarded as a result of the 2010 Winter Games

Participants will also be provided with where to find RFP's, questions to ask to assist in deciding whether to bid or not to bid on a particular opportunity, and all the various components of an RFP and what makes for a successful proposal.

Facilitator: Royal Bank of Canada
Date: Thursday June 26, 2008
Time: 8:30AM – 12:30PM
Where: 1350 Aster St – Pemberton – SLRD Board Room
Cost: $20
Deadline for registration: June 18, 2008
RSVP: edc@edcpemberton.com or call 604.905.8672

2008 RICK HANSEN WHEELS IN MOTION - June 8

Get an early start this Sunday and join in the Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion Event. You can walk, run cycle or even roller blade either the 2km or 7 km route.

Event Details:
Date: Sunday June 8, 2008
Times: Registeration @ 8 a.m., Event start @ 9 a.m.
Where: Pemberton Community Centre

Funds pledged at the event are matched by Scotiabank and ½ of the funds raised are dedicated to the Quality of Life Grants for communities. The grants are used to enhance accessibility and make life easier for spinal cord injury persons.

Registration forms are available at Scotiabank, Pemberton Community Centre and Pemberton Visitor Centre ( across from PetroCan).

Learn more about the Wheels in Motion event and programs.

Join the Pemberton Festival - Volunteer!

Pemberton Chamber President Paul Selina would like to extend an invitation to all Pemberton & District Chamber of Commerce members to become a volunteer at the Pemberton Festival to be held in Pemberton from July 25-27, 2008.

Your support and participation in this event will be greatly appreciated. Interested persons can find the Volunteer Application form (PDF format).

Forms may be dropped off at the Pemberton Visitor Centre (across from PetroCan) 9-5 p.m. daily or dropped in the Centre's mail slot after hours.

There will be many visitors enjoying Pemberton's hospitality and services. The Festival is a wonderful opportunity for the Pemberton Business Community.

Local artisan vendors may register by contacting Alexandra Ross at edc.alex@telus.net or call 604-905-8672.

Come out and Enjoy a Family Celebration of Summer Solstice.

Date: Saturday June 21, 2008
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Whispering Falls Resort on sunny Gates Lake

What's Happening:
Enjoy the local wares... photography, garden art, children's books, fresh baked goods, painting, woolens, jewelery and more. Fall bulbs $2/dozen.

Enjoy the music of Carmen and Dawn at Mikey's Snack Shack! See you there!

A reminder - the next Birken Country Market is scheduled for Saturday July 19th - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come and enjoy the local photography, crafts, fresh baked goods, and garden delights! Bask in the summer sun alongside Gates Lake while listening to the tunes of live music performed by Dawn and Carmen.

Still room for new vendors...

If anyone is available to assist with putting up the tent on Thursday July 17 or Friday July 18th please contact Patti Roger Kirkpatrick via email at birkirk@telus.net.

Equifest is seeking sponsorship the 2008 event. This year's event runs on Saturday September 6 and Sunday September 7.

Learn more about the event visit the Pemberton Equifest website.

Download the Pemberton Equifest sponsorship package... in PDF format.

Time: From noon until noon, Saturday/Sunday, August 23/24, 2008

Location: Willowcraft Farm, 8946 Pemberton Portage Road, Poole Creek (about 25 kilometres northeast of Pemberton towards D’Arcy)

Parking and Camping: on site (with overflow parking across the highway on the dead end road)

Dogs: Please leave your dogs at home (there are farm animals and there are several dogs on the farm already)

Proceeds: Any proceeds earned over and above expenses to be earmarked for making improvements to the Birken Community Centre/Old Log Schoolhouse (e.g., plumbing, landscaping)

Admission: By donation (be generous; this is a costly undertaking)

Food:

• potluck supper on Saturday (bring your favorite culinary delight),
• admission includes a pancake breakfast on Sunday morning (note that the Birken Saturday Market mentioned below will have its usual BBQ concession)
• please bring your own dishes and cutlery (there’s enough garbage in the landfill already)

Events:

• Camping on site
• Birken Saturday Market on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. with local craftspeople/vendors and a BBQ food concession
• Children’s and families’ activities on Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning including face painting, a “bouncy castle”, dancing the limbo and other spirited dances, playing together and running around this rural farm setting with its animals, children’s climbing apparatus, etc.
• DJ Milton from about 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Saturday
• Firespinners doing several performances over the evening
• D’ale and the Coolers (a five piece band) from about 9:00 p.m. until midnight on Saturday
• Papa Josh from about midnight until the wee hours
• Rob Elliot’s Light Show all night long
• And other things that are not known or thought about as of this writing

Further Information and Ideas Sharing...
Contact Mike Milner at 452-3241 or mike_milner@hotmail.com

Equifest is pleased to announce live and silent auction items for its upcoming event. The event held Saturday September 6, 2008 at the Equifest (Rohan Farms - Clover Road). The Live Auction is held after Dinner and before the Dance on Saturday night at the new recreation centre, Portage Road, Pemberton.

Live Auction Items include...

One Stihl Chainsaw
Valued at $400
Donated by Al Bush - Valley Chainsaw & Recreational Ltd. - 604-894-6442

One Hand-carved Stone Bear
Approx Value $ 400
Donated by Paul Vacirca - Luca Stoneworks ( Fine Stone Sculptures ) - 604-894-2036

Horse Supplies and a Beautiful Saddle Cover
Valued at $260
Donated by Mike Moorhouse - 604-894-6740

Along with 30 Unique donations of art, horse tack, saddles, local hay and much much more!

Tickets for the Equifest are on sale at Coyote Arts & Crafts - 604-894-6900

Silent Auction Items include...

If there is anyone that would like to donate an item to the Live Auction please call Brenda @ 604-894-6605 before August 29/08.

Game Plan 2008 Pemberton

Join VANOC for an update on 2010 Winter Games planning and a look ahead to the daily operations of the Games.

Location: The new Pemberton Community Centre, 7390 Cottonwood Street
Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

One-hour presentation to start, followed by open house displays. For more information, check out www.vancouver2010.com or stop by the 2010 Information Centre in Whistler - open daily from 11:00 am to 5:00 p.m.

The Winterfest Committee wishes to thank all volunteers from the 2008 Pemberton Winterfest celebration, and recruit new volunteers for 2009 and 2010!

If you were a volunteer during 2008, join us between 6:30 and 7:30 at The Meadows at Pemberton on Saturday, October 4th as a thank you for a job well done!

From 7:30 – 9:00 pm the Winterfest Committee hopes to rally the troups to come out and support their local festival and volunteer! France Lamontagne passes the torch to the new festival chair Michelle Murray, and the Winterfest legacy continues to grow.

Join us for fun, and get involved!! Entertainment provided by D’ale and the Coolers.

The committee is recruiting for various roles for this year’s week long event, as well as pre event and post event.

“To be successful, we need the community” – Michelle Murray Pemberton Winterfest Chairperson.

Some positions available:

• Volunteer Coordinator
• Parade Director
• Production Crew
• Winterfest Angels
• Film Festival Volunteers
• Winterfest Volunteer
• Street Hockey Referees
• Artists/Artisans
• Festival Photographer
• Box Office

For more information contact Michelle Murray, festival chair at 604-698-5795, or mich.murray@live.com

Final Country Market 2008

When: Saturday September 27, 2008
Where: Whispering Falls Resort, Gates Lake

WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS

• Kuvera Capital (Riverlands)
• Stewardship Pemberton Society
• Merlin Air
• Jennifer Holmes
• Everest Realty Advisors Ltd. (Ian Porter)
• Heart of the Valley Bulk Food Emporium

CITIZEN & BUSINESS OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS

Applications are now being accepted for the 2008 Citizen and 2008 Business Person(s) of the Year. Deadline for nominations is November 1st. Voting will be held on line starting November 3rd and close on November 15th. The awards will be presented at the Chamber Christmas Function to be held on November 28th. Watch for further details.

Download a nomination form (PDF format).

NOVEMBER WORKSHOPS

Our Economic Development Consultant, Alexandra Ross has arranged for the following workshops to be held in November. Details will follow shortly.

• Business Plan: Jenny Helmer
• Setting Up Your Operations: Val Low
• Marketing: Betsy Linnell

ANNUAL WERC JOB FAIR

Looking for work in Whistler? Come and check out Whistler's Annual WERC Job Fair.
DATE: November 12, 2008
TIME: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
LOCATION: Telus Whistler Conference Centre

ALL CANDIDATES MEETING

The Chamber will be sponsoring an "All Candidates Meeting" for the Municipal Elections.
DATE: Thursday, November 6, 2008
TIME: Informal Meet the Candidates 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (in the Foyer); All Candidates Meeting 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Pemberton Community Centre, Cottonwood Street
ELECTION DAY: Saturday, November 15th

Village of Pemberton CANDIDATES

• Mayor (1 for 3 yr. term): David Mackenzie, Jordan Sturdy
• Councillors (4 for 3 yr. term): Lisa Ames, Ted Craddock, Susie Gimse, Alan LeBlanc, Cam McIvor, Peter Pocklington
• Village School Trustee (1 for 3 yr. term): John Burleson, David Walden

What and Why?
A Greenbelt will provide critical links and connections towards a landscape legacy for the Sea-to-Sky corridor.

Smart Growth BC has combined local and regional land use plans in the corridor to determine what the cumulative effects are for land use and water protection. We have also determined what could be protected in the future by identifying gaps in land and water conservation.

We need your input and feedback before we proceed towards developing an implementation strategy for the Greenbelt.

When and Where?

Whistler
Date: Wednesday October 22
Venue: Millennium Place

Pemberton
Date: Thursday October 23
Venue: Pemberton Community Centre

Times for ALL Sessions
6:30-7:00pm: Meet and greet
7:00-9:00pm: Presentations and discussion

Refreshments will be served.

Who?
The Sea-to-Sky Greenbelt initiative is being spear-headed by a coalition of supportive partners led by a non-profit non-governmental organization, Smart Growth BC.

Please feel free to forward this notice on to your friends and colleagues.

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RSVPs are highly recommended. Contact...
Ione Smith, Special Projects Coordinator, Smart Growth BC
ione@smartgrowth.bc.ca or 604-915-5234 ext 303

For more information about the Sea-to-Sky Greenbelt initiative please visit our website: www.greenbelt.bc.ca

Pemberton Festival Support - Online Petition

The Agricultural Land Commission of BC will make a decision in November 2008 whether to allow the Pemberton Festival to happen on the same site again or not. You can show your support by going online and signing the petition!

Sign the Online Petition

Visit http://www.petitiononline.com/PemFest/petition.html

On Facebook?
To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=89746370321

Ian and Michelle Porter, owners of the Copperdome Lodge in the Pemberton Meadows, invite Pemberton and District Chamber of Commerce members and guests to a movie night.

They will screen a couple of episodes of Planet Earth, a stunning documentary developed by the BBC. Shot in High Definition, the BBC film crew travelled the world for 4 years to complete the series. The documentary will be viewed on the Lodge's 144" projection screen and the effect is really great. Download more information about the Planet Earth series (PDF).

Where: Copperdome Lodge, Pemberton Valley
Date: Friday November 21, 2008
Time: Doors Open @ 6:30 p.m., Show starts at 7:00 p.m.

Ian and Michelle are providing wine & cheese and doors open at 6:30 with the show starting at 7pm.

Please RSVP by e-mail to Copperdome@telus.net

The Lodge is about 17km from the Village out the Pemberton Meadows Road. Directions to the Lodge are available at Copperdome Lodge Website.

Questions? Please call Ian Porter at 604-739-5952.

Mountain Lake Shinny Tournament

Fundraiser hosted by Birken Fire Protection Society

Date: Saturday January 31, 2009
Time: Starts at 10 a.m.
Entry fee: $50 per team (charitable receipts available)

1st Prize - The Birken Gold

Experience a Great Canadian day of entertainment!

• Double knock-out format
• Teams limited to 12 per team
• Co-ed members mandatory
• 1 member of opposite sex on ice at all times
• 6 players on ice at all times
• All ages welcome
• Helmets mandatory for minors
• 30 minute time games - sudden death shootout

Download a Shinny Tourney Registration form.

NOTE: Tournament is weather dependent. Ice conditions will be monitored and play will be announced Thursday January 28, 2009. Alternate date is Saturday Feburary 7, 2009.

Countdown to 2010 - Winter Games Opportunities Session

"Retailers Get Ready" Workshop

Date: Wednesday, May 27
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location: The Westin Resort & Spa
Cost: $25 + GST members, $30 + GST non-members

The Whistler Chamber of Commerce & RBC Royal Bank invite you to join our information session and to connect with Vancouver 2010 licensees. Panel representatives will share:

• What resources are available for retailers to get ready to host the world
• How VISA Canada will work with the local retail community leading up to and during the 2010 Winter Games
• What 2010 Winter Games merchandise is available for retailers to see

The session will include panel presentations and Q & A's, followed by a reception and 2010 Licensee Exhibition.

Click here to view the invitation.

To register, please contact Jaime at 604.932.5922 ext. 24 or email events [at] whistlerchamber.com.

Join Jan and Dudley Kennett with the Copper Cayuse Outfitters staff at the ranch on Sunday June 14, 2009 for their part of the Rick Hansen Wheels In Motion fundraiser!

Event activities include:

• guided trail rides,
• wagon rides,
• a western BBQ buffet with campfire,
• door prize,
• 50-50 draw,
• and live entertainment provided by Three-Legged Ginger.

It's all in support of the Canada-wide Wheels In Motion event, and 100% of all donations go to the Rick Hansen Foundation to support spinal injury research and improve the quality of life of those with spinal cord injuries.

Attend the event OR make donations to the Rick Hansen Ride.

For more information:
Visit the Copper Cayuse Outfitters website
or call 604.932.0748 or 604.894.6789

Come join the Pemberton Canada Day Festival on July 1, 2009!

2 ANNUAL EVENTS

7 KM Spud Run

• Registration: 8 a.m.
• Run begins: 8:30 a.m.
• Location: Pemberton Community Centre - Cottonwood
• Students: $5 Adults: $12 Family: $20
• Contact: Jeanette 604.894.6618

Canada Day Parade

• This Year's Theme: "Make Believe"
• Start: 11 a.m. by the Pharmacy
• Ends: 11:30 a.m. Community Centre Ampitheatre
• Contact: The Community Centre 604.894.2340

MORE FESTIVAL EVENTS

Events following the parade at the Community Centre Ampitheatre from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Official ceremony and parade awards
• Artists village and farmer's market
• Bouncy castle and bouncy slide
• 4H petting zoo
• Face painting
• Kid's zone and crafts
• St. David's United Church pie sale
• Childrens' entertainer
• Local user demo groups
• BBQ lunch
• Dinner with Birken Fire Department

Event activities from 6 to 11 p.m.

• Three legged ginger band
• Funk & Grooves with Papa Josh
• Local solo musicians
• BBQ dinner
• Beer garden
• Fire dancing

(some of the days events are free)

OTHER EVENTS AROUND TOWN

Annual Teddy Bear Picnic

• Date: Saturday June 27, 2009
• Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• Where: Pemberton Community Centre Cottonwood Facility

Event sponsored by the Pemberton Valley Supermarket