The Sydney and Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business After 5 Networking Event is a great way to unwind after a busy day at work.

Our next event will be on Tuesday, May 22nd from 5-7pm at The Red Diner, located in The Days Inn, Sydney.

Current and prospective members are invited to attend.  Catch up with old friends, make new business contacts and see what the Chamber is all about.

We look forward to seeing  you there!

The Cape Breton Business Hall of Fame will be held on Wednesday, June 13th at the Membertou Trade and Convention Center.

Inductees and ticket prices to be announced soon.

The Sydney and Area Chamber of Commerce recently held its’ Annual General Meeting.  We welcomed John MacNeil as our incoming President, thanked Joyce MacDougall for stepping in as Interim President and said goodbye to Board Member Jamie MacMullin.  New Board members, Paul Carrigan and Robert Risk were also inducted during the luncheon.

We also honored a few volunteers:  Jennifer Campbell was named Volunteer of the Year,  The Fees Re-Structuring Committee and Chair Carla Arsenault were named Committee of the Year and Alastair MacLeod was recognized for his Longtime Dedication to the Chamber.

The Sydney and Area Chamber of Commerce Council meets the first Monday of each month at the Quality Inn, Kings Rd. Sydney.

Our next scheduled meeting is for Monday, June 4th, 2012 at noon.

All Chamber members in good standing are invited to attend, however, only current Council members may vote on items arising from the meeting.

A lunch buffet is served at a cost of $13.00.

Seating for the luncheons is limited:  please RSVP Michelle at 564-6453 or michelle@sydneyareachamber.ca if you plan on attending.