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November, 2011 Meeting


Impact Signs/Massive Graphics won’t be able to host our November meeting.
NOT TO WORRY! We have a back up plan. We will be hosting the meeting at the PR Living Office (7053-E Glacier Street), November 30 at 7 pm. We look forward to seeing what each and every one of you has to offer for Christmas this year. Bring out what you think are your best sellers for the season or, just bring yourself and tell us about your business or service.

Looking forward to seeing all of you on the 30th.

Contact Bonnie at 604 485-0003 or email bonnie@prwomeninbusiness.ca
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September Meeting


Martini Party

Thursday September 22, 7:00pm

It's time, once again, for our year end Martini Party!
at the Hathaway Hide-a-Way, (better known as Maggie Hathaway's)
at 4354 Marine Avenue.

As always this is a BYOB and everyone is asked to bring a little something to munch on, if you can. Again this year we will be having our famous Martini Competition with special guest judges and prizes.


Please RSVP.
Contact Bonnie at 604 485-0003 or email bonnie@prwomeninbusiness.ca
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June 2011 Meeting


Don’t miss the event that all Powell River Women in Business members have been waiting for!


On June 23 at 7 pm we will get together for an evening of networking, fun and yes, some learning.

Join us for our wine and chocolate pairing at Squatters Creek wines. WIB member Laura Kew recently purchased this established U-brew and she’s opened the doors and bottles to members for the evening. Participants will get to know each other while tasting perky reds or whites with exotic chocolate pairings.
See You Soon

Contact Bonnie at 604 485-0003 or email bonnie@prwomeninbusiness.ca

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May 2011 Meeting

Salsa dancing at McKinney’s Pub


Wednesday May 25 at 7 pm
This month we are celebrating Cinco de Mayo, a little late, but what the heck!

Join us for a drink and Salsa Dancing. YES! We will have time to have a drink to loosen up and then at 8 pm the dancing begins. We will have a blast and maybe even burn off a calorie or two. So come on out and shake what your momma gave you!!
See You Soon

Contact Bonnie at 604 485-0003 or email bonnie@prwomeninbusiness.ca

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April 2011 Meeting

Mother Nature Invites Powell River Women in Business
For a night in the greenhouse!


Wednesday April 27th 2010 7pm

Prepare to get dirty!

Hello Ladies!! A year has passed and it's time to get together again!
There will be time after the demo's if you'd like to do some shopping in the greenhouse, we will be offering a 15% off discount on any greenhouse stock! If you would like any help planting up pots or baskets, feel free to bring them with you and we'd be happy to offer any advice or help!

Bring your gloves and ideas!
See You Soon

Contact Bonnie at 604 485-0003 or email bonnie@prwomeninbusiness.ca

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April 2011 Special Event

PR Women in Business

Influential Women in Business Award Luncheon

12 noon, April 20, 2011
Tree Frog Bistro
4603 Marine Avenue
Tickets - $25

Click here for more information

Lunch Menu

Tree Frog Salad
Organic greens, orange segments, pumpkin seeds, sun-dried cranberry, Citrus Vinaigrette

Lentil Tabouli Salad
Mediterranean dish with lentils, bulgur, parsley, scallions, tomatoes in a lemon, garlic dressing

Beet Salad
Balsamic glazed roasted beets, sweet onions, apples, toasted pecans, crumbled feta, mixed greens

Salmon Cilantro Pesto
Baked sockeye salmon filet with cilantro cream cheese pesto

Chicken Dijonnaise
Chicken breast, caramelized onion-Dijon sauce with sun-dried tomatoes

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potato
Roasted Vegetable Medley
Fresh Fruit Platter
Assortment of cakes & squares
Coffee, tea

Guest Speaker - Sandra McDowell
Presentation of Awards
Door Prize Draw



To register call Bonnie at 604 485-0003 or email bonnie@prwomeninbusiness.ca

March 2011 Meeting

Wednesday, March 30, 2011, 7pm - 9pm

You are invited to attend an evening with Sue Pezzutto, Cathy Barfai and other members of our Staples team for an open house

We will provide information about our Company and its role in the community. We will also speak about the services we offer in our in Copy and Print center and in our Tech Service Center.
We look forward to meeting you and hope that you will take advantage of this opportunity to spend time with your friends and colleagues at your Powell River Staples.

To register call Bonnie at 604 485-0003 or email bonnie@prwomeninbusiness.ca

February 2011 Meeting


Wednesday, February 16, 2011 at 7pm





To register call Bonnie at 604 485-0003 or email bonnie@prwomeninbusiness.ca

January 2011 Meeting


Wednesday, January 26, 2011 at 7pm



Barb Cooper will give a presentation, Tax Free Savings Account vs RRSP’s, at her office (Westview Agencies, next to River City Coffee).

To register call Bonnie at 604 485-0003 or email bonnie@prwomeninbusiness.ca

November Meeting


Show & Sale


Saturday, November 27, 10 am to 2 pm



For Women in Business members the cost is $15 and non-members are $25. It will be a great place to showcase your goods or let the public know about your services, so I hope all of you participate. To register call Bonnie at 604 485-0003 or email bonnie@prwomeninbusiness.ca

October Meeting


Women in Leadership


Saturday, October 16, 10 am to 4 pm


You are invited to attend Street Smarts for Businesswomen
Women in today's business world have an increasing number of opportunities as they move into new, larger roles. To succeed they must become strong leaders and learn to better influence and inspire others.
Whether you run a business, head a department, or are in charge of a volunteer program, this workshop is for you. You will learn how to meet the challenges of being in business and elevate your business to new levels.

Margaret Page is a business coach, presenter, speaker, and writer with over 30 years of business experience. She co-authored the book, Blueprint for Success, by Stephen Covey (author of The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People) and Ken Blanchard. In 2008 she was nominated for RBC Canadian Entrepreneur Trailblazer Award.

Location: French Club, 5110 Manson Ave
Time: October 16, 10 am to 4 pm

To register call Bonnie at 604 485-0003 or email bonnie@prwomeninbusiness.ca
Workshop, including lunch is $45 for members, $69 for non-WIB members.

September meeting


‘Ever wondered how to build value into your business?


September 24, 2010, 6:30pm – 8:30pm



Need to know what your business is worth? Have thoughts about selling or even growing your business through acquisition?
Ian Houghton of Pacific Business Brokers will be taking some of the mystery out of building business value, and helping you, the owner prepare yourself for the next step in your entrepreneurial journey…, whatever that may be?’

Location: 7458 Nootka St. (Just past Nootka Dunes Golf course on the right hand side.)
Time: September 24, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Appies, wine, tea and coffee supplied!

June Meeting


Martini Party

Wednesday, June 23, 7:00pm

It's time, once again, for our year end Martini Party. Wow, where has the year gone.
at the Hathaway Hide-a-Way, (better known as Maggie Hathaway's)
at 4354 Marine Avenue.

As always this is a BYOB and everyone is asked to bring a little something to munch on, if you can. Again this year we will be having our famous Martini Competition with special guest judges and prizes.


Please RSVP to me no later than June 18. If we have too many people we may need to find a bigger venue.
Contact Bonnie at 604 485-0003 or email bonnie@prwomeninbusiness.ca
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May Meeting


Daily Defense

Wednesday, May 26 from 6:30 - 8:30

Pat Craggs RN was Certified in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing (Canada) for over ten years. She hasover twenty years experience in mental health and crisis intervention. She has taught "Professional Assault Response Training" to all hospital employees, focusing primarily on security staff, psychiatry staff, and emergency staff for over ten years. She also has many certificates such as Critical Incident Stress Debriefing,TFT TX, Associate in Suicidology, etc. ( Certificates available on request)
Through this workshop I hope to give business women the tools and confidence to deal with dangerous behavior.
You will learn:
• The difference between irritating, and truly dangerous behavior.
• How to assess your surroundings to make them as safe as possible.
• How to identify the four main motives of assault and how to deal with each.
• How your actions, or lack of actions, can escalate, or reduce risk.
You will leave with more confidence on how to deal with any situation.

Join us on Wednesday, May 26 from 6:30 - 8:30 at the Powell River Living Ofice. Bring your own chair. Bring your staff and become informed on how to handle difficult situations.

Contact Bonnie at 604 485-0003 or email bonnie@prwomeninbusiness.ca
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April Meeting

Mother Nature Invites Powell River Women in Business
For a night in the greenhouse!


April 28th 2010 6:30pm – 8:00pm

Prepare to get dirty!

We will be giving a short presentation on some great new products for the garden.
After we will be setting you free to prepare your own pots and baskets!
We will have discounts, lots of great flowers, and answers to all your questions!
Bring your gloves and ideas!
See You Soon…

Contact Bonnie at 604 485-0003 or email bonnie@prwomeninbusiness.ca

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March Meeting


Are you ready for the HST?


ROD ALLAN, Certified Management Accountant and Self-Employment Coordinator with Community Futures and bookkeeper LISA BEECHING of Lisa’s Bookkeeping, explain the ins and outs of dealing with the Harmonized Sales Tax.

March 24 at 7 pm

Lower Legion Hall


Contact Bonnie at 604 485-0003 or email bonnie@prwomeninbusiness.ca to reserve your seat.
Free for WIB members • $5 for non-members.

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February Meeting