8th Line Hop Business After Hours – Last Chance to Register!
The Chamber’s final networking event before a summer break is taking place tonight (Wednesday, June 21st) from 5 to 7 p.m..
Visit Chamber members on the 8th Line of Selwyn, inclduing
- 5 – 5:30 p.m. – Adventure Outfitters
- 5:35 – 6:05 p.m. – RotoSpa Hot Tubs
- 6:10 p.m. – Classy Chassis & Cycleswith guests from theTownship of Selwyn
Meet at Adventure Outfitters at 5 p.m. to begin the 8th Line Hop, but if you are unable to make it at that time, please feel free to drop into one of the other participating businesses at the times noted above.
Welcome Summer Staff!
The Kawartha Chamber and Buckhorn & District Tourist Association (BDTA) have welcomed three summer students!
Anne Volpe, Marketing & Tourism Assistant
lakefieldsummer@kawarthachamber.ca
Anne has been familiar with the Kawarthas all of her life, as she grew up in Buckhorn and has attended both intermediate school and high school in Lakefield. She has had summer jobs in the area since the age of 15, and loves to explore what the Kawarthas have to offer in her spare time.
In the fall, Anne will be heading back to the University of Guelph for her third year in the Food and Agriculture Business program.
She is extremely excited to be working with the Kawartha Chamber as the Marketing & Tourism Assistant, as she will be able to gain valuable experience through connecting with business members and the community.
Alaura Jopling, Special Event & Tourism Assistant
Alaura is from Lakefield and graduated from St. Peter’s Secondary School as an Ontario Scholar, receiving the Lieutenant Governors Award for having over 500 volunteer hours.
She will be graduating from the Business Marketing program at Fleming College come fall. Alaura’s interests include; singing, acting, and sports. Her goal is to work as an event marketer.
Alaura’s time will be spent between the Kawartha Chamber and BDTA offices this summer. She will be representing the Chamber at several community events.
Laura Dillon, Tourism Outreach Assistant, Buckhorn
Laura is from Young’s Point and was fortunate enough to grow up in the peaceful and picturesque Kawartha area.
Laura recently completed her third year at Queen’s University, where she is enrolled in the Concurrent Education program as a History major and an English minor. After graduating, Laura plans to obtain her Special Education Requirements and achieve her lifelong goal of becoming a high-school teacher.
This is Laura’s second summer working at the Buckhorn Welcome Centre with the BDTA.
Service Providers – Send the Chamber your Photos
The Chamber is in the process of creating print material that represents its service provider members: personal services, home & garden, construction & home improvement, auto & marine, professional services, finance & insurance, real estate, etc.
The Chamber want to use photos of its members! Please send your high-quality photos as consideration to info@kawarthachamber.ca. If your photos don’t get used in this project, the Chamber will keep them on file for future Chamber communications.
Wealth of Choice Brochure Flats Available
18″ x 24″ flats of the Kawartha Chamber’s Wealth of Choice Brochure & Map are available at the Chamber office, 12 Queen Street, under the town clock in Lakefield.
These maps have lots of local information and are great for counter tops or bulletin boards at your business! To reserve your copy, email info@kawarthachamber.ca.
Lamination for this large size can be done at Staples — a Kawartha Chamber Member!
Ontario Chamber of Commerce Spring Survey
Make Your Voice Heard at Queen’s Park – Deadline to Complete: June 23rd
Make your voice heard! Complete the annual spring policy survey. Your responses directly influence what government understands about Ontario’s businesses and economy.
In five minutes, you can help the Chamber Network advocate for you!
Take the Spring Survey: www.occ.ca/surveys (mobile phone friendly!)
Turn the Tables on Hunger
Food Drive at Lakefield Foodland, June 22nd
Agilec is holding a Food Drive on Thursday, June 22nd from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lakefield Foodland. All proceeds will be donated to the Lakefield Food Bank.
People and organizations are at the core of what Agilec does and they work diligently to make the community better by helping those within it.
With a continued commitment throughout the year to corporate social responsibility and, in celebration of its 32nd anniversary, Agilec staff members across Ontario will take part in this community-wide initiative to eradicate hunger in local communities.
Dedication of Habitat Home in Warsaw – June 27th
You can still help support the Habitat Warsaw Build by donating $1 per square foot through the Kawartha Chamber.
Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region is holding the Home Dedication for the Warsaw Project on Tuesday, June 27th beginning at 1 p.m.
Visit the Warsaw home at 887 Peterborough Street in Warsaw, meet the Clark-Bandi family and welcome them into home ownership! A home tour and refreshments will be available.
Still time to support the Habitat Warsaw Build!
Over the past year, the Chamber has been fundraising for the Habitat Build in Warsaw by selling ‘square feet’ of the Warsaw home.
Square feet are $1 each. Make a donation and write your name or business name on a blue print of the Warsaw home.
There are only 190 squares left, out of 1000! Help the Chamber sell out all squares by next week’s dedication!
Make your donation by contacting the Chamber at 705-652-6963 or email info@kawarthachamber.ca.
Quiche-a-licious in Support of Community Care!
Enjoy delicious Cassis Bistro quiche & potato salad while supporting Community Care!
Place your order by Friday, June 23rd for noon delivery on Wednesday, June 28th. Place your order with Community Care by fax, 705-652-7332, email lrork@commcareptbo.org, or call 705-652-8655. Click here for an order form.
Proceeds enhance Community Care Home Support Services for seniors & adults with physical challenges in Lakefield & area.
Celebrate Canada Day in the Kawarthas!
Celebrate Canada’s Birthday by enjoying the Apsley Canada Parade hosted by the Apsley & District Lions Club! The parade begins at 4 p.m. at Apsley Public School and ends at Lions Park where the festivities continue! In the park, there will be a bouncy castle, games, music, Lions food booth and more! Fireworks will begin at dusk.
Buckhorn Community Centre (BCC), July 1st beginning at 1 p.m.
Canada Day Celebrations in Buckhorn take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. until dusk. This year’s event will include North Star Productions planetarium and shows inside the BCC, Evolve Skateboard and Scooter lessons, pony rides, petting zoo, bingo in the park and much more! Check out the licensed pub for a cold one and enjoy entertainment by the Buckhorn Jammers. Fireworks begin at 10 p.m.
Isabel Morris Park in Lakefield, July 1st beginning at 3 p.m.
A free family-oriented event to celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday! Enjoy vendors in the park, petting zoo, children’s games, Peterborough Utilites Water Truck, Lakefield & District Lions BBQ Truck and much more! There will be live music from 3 to 8 p.m.. PyroFlys Fire Jugglers perform at 9:15 p.m. and fireworks by Fire in the Sky Productions at 10 p.m.
Lakefield Legion, July 1st, beginning at 1 p.m.
Celebrate Canada Day at the Lakefield Legion with karaoke all afternoon on the patio. Come for a song and drink. Food available from the Lakefield & District Lions Club BBQ trailer.
Grand Opening of Selwyn Skate Park
The Township of Selwyn is proud to showcase the new Selwyn Skateboard Park for all to enjoy!
Visit Isabel Morris Park on July 1st at 3 p.m. for the grand opening. Be sure to stay after the ceremony for the Canada Day festivities!
Hot deal at Scotsman Point Resort
Choose a gift with Canada Day week booking!
In honour of Canada’s 150th Birthday, book your weekly stay at Scotsman Point Resort from July 1st to July 8th, and choose one of the following gifts: $150 OFF your reservation, or complimentary 2 night mid-week off-season stay (in equivalent cottage.)
Upcoming Events
- Tickets on Sale for Ennismore Homestead Theatre – June 24th
- Camp Kawartha Surf ‘n’ Turf Dinner & Auction Fundraiser – June 24th
- Family Paddling Day – June 28th
- Lakefield Country Jamboree – June 29th – July 2nd
- Lakefield Legion 10th Annual Golf Tournament – July 8th
- Lakefield Jazz, Art & Craft Festival – July 8th
For more information about the businesses and events listed above, please visit the Kawartha Chamber of Commerce & Tourism website at kawarthachamber.ca.
All photos supplied by Kawartha Chamber of Commerce except where noted.
