The Deer Lake Chamber of Commerce will be holding its Annual General Meeting & Election of Officers on Tuesday, March 5^th at 7:00 pm in the Cormack Room at the Deer Lake Motel.

Guest speaker will be Mark Baldwin, Dale Carnegie Training Newfoundland & LabradorTickets for this dinner event are $40/ person, tax and gratuity included. Please reserve your ticket by Friday, March 1^st, 2013.

The Deer Lake Chamber of Commerce are looking for Individuals interested in being a part of the Chamber Board of Directors.  Our Board of Directors consists of:

•  President
• Vice-President
• Secretary
• Treasurer
• Past President
• Eight Directors

If you would like to put your name forward for election please contact Terrilynn Robbins at the Chamber office for more information, 635-3260 or email info@deerlakechamber.com

Nomination Form

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

Deer Lake has grown and continues to thrive, each year welcoming new business and residents to the Humber Valley District. We have a level of excellence in our community that should be recognized and awarded. The following categories outline all sectors, business and individuals, that provide outstanding contributions not only to our community but to our economy.

We will be hosting the 1st annual Business & Community Awards & Gala on April 20th 2013 at 6:30 pm. Please come and join us for an evening dinner, auction, socializing and award presentation to help celebrate those individuals and businesses that go the extra mile. A nomination form is available online and submissions may be faxed to 635-4077. The deadline for submissions is January 31st.

Eligibility:

1. Nominations will not be accepted without the name and contact information of the nominator. Any nominations received without the above noted requirements will not be forwarded to the Nomination Committee for consideration. Nominators will not be made public or given to the nominees.

2. Nomination forms must be filled out entirely and with an explanation as to why the business or individual is being nominated.

3. Nominations will be accepted until the end of the day of January 31st.

4. If only one nomination is received for an award category that nomination will not necessarily be awarded. This is at the discretion of the Nomination Committee.

5. Each nominee will be contacted by the Gala Committee for acceptance of nomination. Three finalists for each category will be named by the Nomination Committee. The three finalists will be given notification of the same.

6. At the discretion of the Nomination Committee, no award will be given for a category where nominations do not meet the standard criteria.

7. All businesses and individuals in the community are eligible for nomination.

8. Nominations must be received by January 31st, to be acknowledged in the Awards Ceremony on April 20th.

Photographs or video clip of finalists will be requested and shown during the awards ceremony.

NOMINATION CATEGORIES….

Business of the year award

Do you know a business that provides great customer service & Satisfaction, contributes to the spirit of the town, has outstanding employee retention, contributes economically and socially, and whose roots have been planted for over three (3) years in our community? If so recognize this entrepreneur by nominating them for business of the year award.

Rising Star Business award

Do you know a business that provides great customer service & Satisfaction, contributes to the spirit of the town, has outstanding employee retention, contributes economically and socially, and whose roots have been planted for less than three (3) years in our community?

If so recognize this entrepreneur by nominating them for the Rising Star business award.

Employer of the year award

Do you currently or have you previously worked for an employer that you found a joy to work for. This employer provides great benefits, work scheduling flexibility, has spirit, creates a team environment, shows appreciation and treats everyone with respect.

If so, recognize this employer by nominating them for the employer of the year award.

Employee of the year award

Do you have an employee that provides superior customer service and satisfaction, works well within a team, has outstanding attendance, is dependable and whose overall personality and drive contributes to your business success?

If, so recognize this employee by nominating them for the employee of the year award.

Individual Community Spirit award – Sponsored by Town of Deer Lake

Do you know someone who is always involved in the community? Someone who individually volunteers their time with community groups and or organizations? Someone who often helps or advocates for people in need? Someone whose spirit engages those around them?

If so recognize this person by nominating them for the individual community spirit award.

Business Years of Service – Sponsored by Town of Deer Lake

We will also recognize local business that has been in operation for 25 years or more. Out of admiration and appreciation we will honor their contribution to our community and economy .

We have limited seating and tickets available for the event. To reserve your table or seating please contact the Deer Lake Chamber of Commerce or one of the Gala committee members.

There are also limited sponsorship opportunities are available for table sponsors.

Deer Lake Chamber of Commerce – info@deerlakechamber.com

635-3260 Office   635-4077 Fax

Gala Committee members

Angie Parsons – Royal K9

635-5959 Office

Amanda Freake – Scotiabank

636-4151 Office

Terri Lynn Robbins – Robbins Enterprises

635-7900 Office

Roseann White– Holiday Inn Express

635- 3232 Office

Tina Barry-Keith – Scotiabank

635- 1132 Office

We would like to THANK our AWARD SPONSORS:

CONSTRUCTION SOLUTIONS, WOODWARDS AUTO GROUP, KEY HOMES & ROYAL K9

The Deer Lake Chamber of Commerce has been helping local business grow since 1965.  We recognize the huge commitment entrepreneurs make both personally and financially towards growing their business.  They are a big part of our community and support many local groups, organizations and causes.  We’d like to recognize our local businesses for their spirit, vision and contributions and give you the opportunity to do the same.

On Saturday, April 20^th, 2013 the Deer Lake Chamber of Commerce will be hosting an Awards Gala and Silent Auction to honour individuals and businesses that make a difference in our community.   We are asking for your support in sponsoring one of the following awards:
·         Business of the Year Award
·         Rising Star Business Award
·         Top Employer Award
·         Employee of the Year Award

By becoming an award sponsor, you will have the opportunity to have your business’ name/logo included in the marketing material and any media releases for the event.  It will also appear in the gala program and you will be invited (along with a guest) to attend the gala to present the award in person.  The cost of award sponsorship is $500 which also includes the creation and engraving of the award which you will present to the winner.

Alternatively, you can sponsor a table at the gala for $250.  This will enable you to receive a complementary invitation to attend the event to host your table as well as the advantage of promoting your business at the gala.

These options present a fantastic opportunity to show your support of local business and individuals who make a difference and be part of creating a lasting legacy. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact the Deer Lake Chamber of Commerce or visit our website at: www.deerlakechamber.com.   Consideration for sponsorship will be given on a first come, first served basis.

Thank you for your support.

ActiveLife Physiotherapy and Wellness are having their OPEN HOUSE this Wednesday December 5th from 4:30-7:30pm at the clinic. They warmly welcome you to drop in, meet their team and learn about what services they have to offer while enjoying some great refreshments! This event is open to anyone who would like to drop by and learn more about ActiveLife Physiotherapy and Wellness or for anyone who would like to come and celebrate our opening with them!! They look forward to seeing you there

Back row left to right:

Director: Roseann White, GM Holiday Inn Express

Director: Amanda Freake, Mobile Mortgage Specialist, Scotiabank

President: Lynn Compton, Office Administrator,

Secretary: Brenda McCarthy, GM Humber Valley Credit Union

Executive Director: Terrilynn Robbins, co-owner Robbins Enterprises

Front Row left to right:

Director: Gerry Payne, Sales Nortrax

Vice President: Peggy Langdon, Administration Treehouse Family Resource Centre

Town Liaison: Elmo Bingle, Counsellor, Town of Deer Lake

Treasurer: Tina Barry-Keith, GM Scotiabank

Director: Perry Compton, GM Woodwards Auto Group

Absent:

Director, Tristan McKenzie, Mortgage Broker Dominion Lending Centres

Past President: Desmond Ball, Goodfellow

The Deer Lake Chamber of Commerce will have new contact information as of Friday, October 26th, 2012!

Phone (709) 635-3260

Fax (709) 635-4077