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Press Releases from the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce
Davison Orchards Celebrates 80 Years With Pie a Day Giveaway
Written by George Published in Press ReleasesDavison Orchards
80th Anniversary Pie Celebration, SATURDAY , May 18th
The Davison family is celebrating their 80th anniversary of farming in Vernon.
They have been looking back over the years and the many changes to Vernon and their farm since 1933.
Then: Milk was .42 a gallon, now it is $4.56
Then the average house price was $5759, now it is $353,000
Then the most popular apple variety was Macintosh, now it is Honeycrisp
Then the population of Greater Vernon was 3937 (1934) now it is over 58,500
Then the Davison family farmed 34 acres, now we farm 120 acres
Then we sold our apples to the packing house, now we sell directly to our customers.
Then Tom and May Davison farmed alone and were new immigrants to Canada, Now, there are three generations working and farming together including grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles, and grandkids.
On Saturday, May 18th the Davison family is hosting an anniversary celebration at their farm. They will be sharing lots of photos and stories from the past to the present, as well as giving away a family Seasons Pass to one lucky family. Anyone 80 years or older be honored with free ice cream and a free Johnny Popper ride on Saturday. “We asked our customers on Facebook for some ideas on how we should celebrate our anniversary. They said, “free apple pie” so that is what we are going to do”, reports Laura Shaw, head baker and fourth generation Davison. “We have decided to serve it up in style and are baking one massive apple pie, big enough to serve a crowd!” The pie is 80 inches around and Laura is confident that this one pie will feed 80 people. “It’s our version of an anniversary cake”, Laura says, “but we figured go big or go home!” The pie will be cut at 2pm and will be first come first serve.
May 18th also marks the first day of the “Great Pie Giveaway”, the Davisons have decided to keep up the free pie theme and will be giving away one free (regular sized) Deep Dish Apple pie each and every day for 80 days from May 18th to August 4th. There will be a different way to win each day so watch the Davison Orchards Facebook and Twitter for daily updates.
“We want to thank Vernon for helping us keep farming through all the changes that have happened over the last 80 year, we couldn’t do it without our customers” says Tamra Davison, marketing director. “We are looking forward eating pie and celebrating together!”
The pie cutting as well as the Seasons Pass giveaway will begin at 2pm in front of the country market at Davison Orchards, Saturday, May 18th Call 250-549-3266 for more information.
Source:Vernon Population: Vernon Museum Archives, Barbara Ball
Average house price: http://www.livingin-canada.com/house-prices-canada.html
Okanagan Spirits wins Top Honours at World Spirits Awards
Written by Kim Bourke Published in Press Releases
Caroline Radics - Sterling Mutuals Has Relocated
Written by Dianne Published in Press ReleasesCaroline Radics of Sterling Mutuals Has Relocated!
Due to continued business growth over the last few years Caroline Radics is excited to announce her relocation. The new bright and spacious office will allow better service of existing clientele and continue to accommodate future growth challenges.
Please make note of the new address:
Suite 200
3006 32nd Avenue
Vernon, BC V1T 2L7
All phone numbers and email addresses will remain the same. To contact the office (located across from the Vernon Museum and Archives) please call our toll free number at 1-877-244-0255 or email Caroline directly at cradics@sterlingmutuals.com">cradics@sterlingmutuals.com.
Caroline Radics is an insurance and investment fund advisor dedicated to help both business and families with good sound advice and support.
Caroline is thankful for the fabulous support of the community and would like to welcome you to her open house on Thursday April 4th from 4 to 6pm.
Trade Technologies and Vernon Chamber Offer Digital Trade Documentation
Written by George Published in Press Releases
TRADE TECHNOLOGIES PARTNERS WITH VERNON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TO OFFER ONLINE CANADIAN CHAMBER CERTIFICATIONS
Making Canadian Exporters More Competitive in Fast Growing Asian and Middle Eastern Markets
AUSTIN, TX (February 27, 2013) – Trade Technologies, the global leader in international trade document solutions, announced today that the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce in British Columbia, Canada will exclusively utilize Trade Technologies’ web-based global trade platform to produce digital Certificates of Origin and other electronic Chamber Certifications.
Online certificates of origin and other chamber certifications will enable all Canadian companies, not just members of the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce, a more convenient and less expensive process by eliminating courier fees, the time needed to visit their local chamber office and reducing the cost of each certification. This electronic process allows immediate delivery to exporters guaranteeing a faster turnaround time, reducing costs and increasing efficiencies for Canada’s growing exports.
“We are pleased to partner with the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce to bring Canadian exporters an enhanced and accelerated international documentary trade processing system,” said Kirk Lundburg, CEO of Trade Technologies. “Trade Technologies has been a leader in automating the production and delivery of international trade documents and the addition of digital Certificates of Origin and other Chamber Certifications is an important extension of those efforts that will make Canadian companies more competitive and profitable.”
“Export diversification is strategically critical to maintain Canada’s prosperity. The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce has always been a high volume certificate of origin producer for local businesses. Now with the Trade Technologies digital platform, we can offer a faster service at a lower cost, to a broader cross section of Canadian exporters, not just local companies,” says General Manager George Duffy. “We are also opening a portal to a full range of digital documentation services that will help make Canadian business more competitive.”
About Trade Technologies
Founded in 1999, Trade Technologies (www.tradetechnologies.com) is the largest global provider of outsourced trade document services and software. From its 12 offices in Asia, Europe and North America, Trade Technologies provides leading exporters, freight forwarders and international trade banks with trade document solutions, training and consulting.
The company’s web-based Global Trade Management platform and outsourced services enable customers to streamline their operations, save money, accelerate payments, and eliminate discrepancies traditionally involved in international letter of credit, documentary collections and open account transactions. More than 1,200 exporters, global trade banks and freight forwarders depend on Trade Technologies’ services to process over $9 billion in international trade transactions each year. Trade Technologies was recently voted the “Best Trade Tech Solutions Company” in 2012 by readers of Trade Finance Magazine. In 2011, the company was awarded a patent on the Trade Technologies software platform and process, and won the Presidential “E” Award for Exports by the U.S. Department of Commerce, the highest recognition any U.S. entity may receive for supporting export growth.
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Media Contact, for Trade Technologies
Melissa Freeman
512-327-9996
mfreeman@tradetechnologies.com">mfreeman@tradetechnologies.com
Media Contact for the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce
George Duffy
250-545-0771
2013 Top Three Business List for the Business Excellence Awards
Written by Kim Bourke Published in Press ReleasesClick the image for all the nominees!
Sandler Training Announcement
Written by George Published in Press Releases
Auditor General of Local Government
Written by George Published in Press ReleasesNEWS RELEASE
Auditor General for Local Government Announced
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Vancouver, October 7, 2012 – The BC Chamber of Commerce welcomed the announcement today from Premier Clark at its Premier & Cabinet Luncheon that Basia Ruta has been appointed BC’s first Auditor General for Local Government (AGLG).
“The government has clearly listened to the needs of businesses, and should be commended for its leadership on this file and dedication to supporting BC’s small business communities,” said John Winter, President and CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce. “Local government is the only level of government that is not subject to independent audits, and the AGLG will provide much needed transparency and accountability at the local level to protect the taxpayer.”
Ms. Ruta is a chartered accountant and has extensive experience working in the federal Office of the Auditor General, over 30 years’ experience in both the public and private sectors, and valuable knowledge of local and regional governance gained through conducting audits of local government, hospital and community organizations.
The concept for the Auditor General for Local Government in BC was developed by the BC Chamber of Commerce in a policy paper, and originally announced by the Premier at a BC Chamber Liberal Leadership event. The AGLG will conduct performance audits of local government services and provide recommendations about how to find efficiencies and improve the effectiveness of operations.
“On behalf of businesses across the province, we thank the Premier for once again making a significant AGLG announcement at a BC Chamber event in recognition of our leading voice in this initiative,” continued Winter.
The BC Chamber is the largest and most broadly based business organization in the province. Representing over 120 Chambers of Commerce and 32,000 businesses of every size, sector and region of the province the BC Chamber of Commerce is “The Voice of Business in BC.”
Vernon Public Art Gallery Seeking Input From Business and Residents
Written by George Published in Press Releases
The Vernon Public Art Gallery, its Board of Directors and Facility Steering Committee have been hard at work preparing for the future. With your support the future will be bright, through the doors of a new, site specific art gallery facility! We are nearing a critical stage in the process of making this project a reality, and we need your assistance. Members of the community are asked to show support for this initiative through any number of options, in particular through the purchase of a Gallery membership, by submitting letters of support for building a new gallery, and by touring our current exhibitions and attending Gallery events. We ask you to share your thoughts and discuss the benefits of this cultural project with your friends and members of our community. More information on the development of this project will be presented in the near future, but in the mean time, we encourage you to help us spread the word in support for a world class arts facility in Vernon! Contact info@vernonpublicartgallery.com with any comments, questions or concerns.
New Chamber Board of Directors Acclaimed
Written by George Published in Press ReleasesSept 28, 2012
Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce Annouces New Board
The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present its new slate of directors as elected at this morning's Annual General Meeting. This year there were 5 directors, of 13, with 2 year terms coming to completion. Stepping down this year are Randy Kazemer, Duane Vankeimpema, Deb Leroux, and Jodi Koenig. Standing for another term is Debbie Stoddard. Four new faces will be gracing the board with Michala Broadhurst, Tracy Cobb, Andrew Powell and Caroline Radics.
President Ken MacLeod will vacate his seat and take on the role of Past President, making room for Ingrid Dilschneider to step up as incoming President for 2012-13. Adrian Johnson moves from 2nd Vice-president to 1st Vice-President and Debbie Stoddard will remain as Treasurer. The appointment of 2nd Vice-President will take place once the new board meets to make this selection.
The full slate of directors is
Ingrid Dilschneider, President
Adrian Johnson, Vice-President
Ken MacLeod, Past President
Debbie Stoddard, Treasurer
Dauna Kennedy-Grant, Director
Jaron Chasca, Director
Matthew Davidson, Director
Tracy Cobb, Director
Andrew Powell, Director
Michala Broadhurst, Director
Carline Radics, Director
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