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IT’S SMALL Business Week
and helping note the occasion
with the signing of an official pro-
clamation are, from the left,
Terrace and District Chamber of
Commerce president Sharalyn
Palagian, Terrace mayor Jack
Talstra and Paul Williams, the
manager of the Business
Development Bank of Canada’s
Terrace branch. There are a varie-
ty of events going on this week in
the effort to help businesses con-
nect with various government _
programs.

IT’S A case of having your cake and eating
it too. 81," said Phillips.
Terrace and District Chamber of Commerce

Chamber celebrates its 70th

“We don’t have any records before 1980- —_ attract small business members.

Chamber members, for instance, pay half

members gather tonight to celebrate the 70th
anniversary of the business organization.

The official birinday was in September but
noting the event this week fits well with it
being Small Business Week, says chamber
manager Bobbie Phillips.

“There'll be a cake and refreshments,” said
Phillips of the birthday party which begins at 6
p.m. and fasts until 8:30 p.m.

The party takes place at the chamber's
newly refurbished building on Hwy16.

Although the current chamber organization
knows the incorporation date and year, any
other documents are lost. Or, they could be
tucked away in attics or basements.

And comprehensive record keeping dates of the normal small business rates for the

back to the mid-1980s.

Bui what is known is that the 1986 mem-
bership figure of 147 has nearly tripled this
year,

One milestone of the growth pattern was
marked in 1988 when the chamber signed up
member number 200 - Mount Layton
Hotsprings.

It's no surprise that a large portion of new
members come from the small business sec-
tor employing one to three people.

Growth in that area is welcomed by the
chamber as it solidifies its position as being
the voice for small businesses in this area.

The chamber has added new features to

rights to offer Visa or Mastercard purchase
options to their customers.

And just as the world has become more
complex, so has the chamber’s other areas of
interest.

It speaks out on key issues involving busi-
ness and takes part in various initiatives.

One of its recent undertakings is assuming
responsibility for the annual trade show held -
each spring in the arena. .

Members also receive business news and
information through the chamber’s monthly
newsletter and by special mailings as the
needs or issues arise.

Excitement Is In The Air

Excitement is in the air at the new Sidewaikers.

After four and a haif years at their shop on Kalum

St. the popular store has moved to a big beautitut

Lazelie Ave. tocation."You could say we outgrew

our old spot," says co-owner Cindy Marleaw.

“We're trying to answer our customer's requests

for more products. "One of those new producls is

the Feco shoe line. Available for both men and

women, these lovely, high-quality shoes are some

of the most comfortable on the market. The larger

location has also allowed Sidewalkers to expand

into men’s wear - including a nice selection of soft

cottons, wool sweaters and twiils, Sidewalkers’

relaxed atmosphere is a great place to take a break, have a cup of tea and check out the new products.
So come and visit Cindy and Lor! in their fabulous new focation!

~ Sidewalkers

So Much More Than A Bridal Store

Glass Slipper doesn’t just specialize in wed-
ding clothing and accessories, they also carry
a unique and classy line of women's wear and
lingerie. Business Partners Natalie Belanger
and Domitilia Coelno have owned the store for
three years now and have gained a strong
sense of what their customers want. “A lot of
the girls here seem to be going for the tradi-
tional looks” says Belanger. The Glass Slipper
also has a great selection of Tuxedo rentais,
decorations, wedding invitations as wel! as
unique and versatile clothing for the profes-
sional woman."The most important thing is
personalized service and keeping customers happy,” says Belanger, adding that keeping up with all the
latest trends is also Important.

Glass Slipper
635-6966

4548 Lazelle Ave, --“ Utique Clothing & Footwear” 638-1711 .

4605 Lazelle Ave. © —& Bridal Boutique