With a growing economy, the issue of crime levels in the area was certainly a factor for business in 2005. Crimes ranging from theft to break-and-enters are always a consideration for business in their daily operations and the need to address them becomes paramount.

What did the Chamber do?

In 2005, the Grande Prairie & District Chamber worked closely with the RCMP Grande Prairie detachment in presenting education and awareness luncheons and seminars to the membership in a variety of areas. Topics included the ‘Methamphetamine Crisis’, and ‘Business Loss and Prevention’. As well, the Chamber Executive met with members of the detachment in attempt to determine a specific role the Chamber could play in crime prevention in the community. As part of this process, the Chamber became a co-chair of the Community Crime Prevention Committee and contributed financial assistance to the development of a community website focused on crime prevention. This support will carry on in 2006. 
  

OTHER SUCCESSES

Hosted the Peace Region Petroleum Show with our partners, the Grande Prairie Petroleum Association. The two-day show saw over 300 exhibitors take part and was a huge success.

Assumed the role of management of the Centre 2000 tourism and trade facility. As a resident of the building since opening in 2001, and the catalyst in the construction of the building prior, the Chamber has a significant interest in Centre 2000.

Celebrated 90 years of service to the community and region.

A co-chair of the Community Crime Prevention Committee and contributed financial assistance to the development of a community website focused on crime prevention. This support will carry on in 2006.