Committees


Our chamber would not be able to do the work it does without the wonderful volunteers who make up our committees.  If you would like to sit on a chamber committee please contact the chamber office at (780) 458-2833 or email the listed staff rep.


The following is a list of active committees in your chamber of commerce.


Farmers MarketFarmers’ Market Committee
ad-hoc
Chair: Arlene Kissau
Meets: As required
Purpose: Facilitates the St. Albert Farmers’ Market, including approval of Market Vendors in accordance with the Rules of the Alberta Farmers’ Market Association.  If you are interested in participating in this committee please contact Debbie Grant at debbie@stalbertchamber.com


Gala Committee
ad-hoc
Chair: Chamber 1st Vice Chair
Meets: November – January
Purpose: Facilitates the Annual Chamber Gala held in January to swear in the new Chair and 1st Vice Chair and to provide an upscale evening of entertainment and networking in a social setting.
If you are interested in participating in this committee please contact Debbie Grant at debbie@stalbertchamber.com



Golf Committee
ad-hoc
Chair: Chamber Past Chair
Meets: March – June
Purpose: Facilitates the Chamber’s Almost Annual Golf Tournament. If you are interested in participating in this committee please contact Debbie Grant at
debbie@stalbertchamber.com


Government Relations Committee
Standing
Chair: Chamber 1st Vice Chair
Meets: As required
Purpose: Discusses relevant issues, drafts and follows up on Chamber advocacy positions in regards to all levels of Government.  If you are interested in participating in this committee please contact Lynda Moffat at
lynda@stalbertchamber.com


Healthy Business ChallengeHealthy Business Challenge Committee
ad-hoc
Chair: Christine Rasmussen
Meets: As required
Purpose: Facilitates the events of the Healthy Business Challenge which includes a Slo-Pitch Tournament,Curling Bonspiel, Bowling Tournament and Pool Tournament.If you are interested in participating in this committee please contact Debbie Grant at
debbie@stalbertchamber.com


Member Services Committee
Standing
Chair: Marian Mocanu
Meets: Monthly meeting approximately 1.5 hours each, plus attending special events throughout the year (approximately 4 events)
Purpose: To discuss and recommend to the Board of Directors programs to generate targeted membership levels through recruiting new members and encouraging membership retention. Analyze and recommend promotional, educational and networking projects to provide optimal value to Chamber of Commerce members.
If you are interested in participating in this committee please contact Jennifer McCurdy at
memberservices@stalbertchamber.com


Perron DistrictPerron District Committee
Standing
Chair: Chamber Past Chair
Meets: Every month September to June
Purpose: To support the growth and prosperity of downtown St. Albert by working together with downtown businesses, the City of St. Albert, and the overall St. Albert business community. To host special events, contribute to short, medium and long-term planning, and develop new initiatives for downtown improvements.
If you are interested in participating in this committee please contact Lynda Moffat at lynda@stalbertchamber.com


Small Business Week
ad-hoc
Chair: Mark Stoneleigh
Meets: June – October
Purpose: Facilitates Small Business Week events and celebrations, including the Annual Awards of Distinction Banquet.
If you are interested in participating in this committee please contact Debbie Grant at debbie@stalbertchamber.com


St. Albert Lifestyle Expo & SaleSt. Albert Lifestyle Expo & Sale Committee
ad-hoc
Chair: Chamber Past Chair
Meets: September – April
Purpose: Facilitates the Annual St. Albert Lifestyle Expo & Sale. If you are interested in participating in this committee please contact Debbie Grant at
debbie@stalbertchamber.com