OYEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Small Business Week event in the works

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The bi-monthly meeting was held at the FCSS Youth Centre, and members who were present were treated to a BBQ lunch prepared by Kim Walker, who volunteered to prepare the meal for our next meeting on September 18, 2024. Discussion took place regarding the summer events, specifically the pancake breakfasts in June and July. Both events were extremely well attended, with over 250 people enjoying pancakes, sausages (generously donated by the Oyen Canalta Hotel), eggs, coffee, and juice at each breakfast.

One of the cooks at the July 13 breakfast was Kevin Barr of Cereal. PHOTO BY NANCY HANSON

The Chamber has decided to host an annual event to promote business in and around Special Areas #3. This new event will take place during Small Business Week in 2025. Stay tuned for more details!

The telephone directory is almost complete and will be available for distribution at the final Farmers Market of the season on September 6, 2024. Look for our table and get a copy of the Business Directory.

It may be early, but the Chamber is already making plans for the Christmas season. We are excited to bring back the Passport to Christmas, along with several other events that will take place over the month of December during the late-night shopping days. Details will be finalized at our next meeting in September, and we can't wait to share them with you!

If you want to join the Chamber or attend one of our meetings, please contact Charmain Snell, Secretary/Treasurer at 403-664-1404 or email: oyenchamberofcommerce@gmail.com.