Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce

Employer Seminar Series #1 – Costs & Benefits of a Living Wage
2024-01-30 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
You are invited to join us for a free lunch, networking opportunity and to learn more about the costs and benefits of a Living Wage.
This session is being hosted in partnership with the Chamber and is the first of a four-part seminar series for employers, businesses, and organizations in the Ladysmith/Stz’uminus area.
A living wage is the gateway between surviving and thriving. We can all agree that employment should be a pathway out of poverty, yet despite being a wealthy province, BC has the highest rate
of working poverty in Canada. This means that a significant number of people who work do not earn enough income to meet their basic needs. While Living Wage is a modest budget, it still allows
workers to overcome severe financial stress, move beyond working poverty and participate in the social, civic and cultural aspects of life.
In this session, Anastasia French, Provincial Manager for Living Wage for Families BC, will explore what the living wage is, and how it has increased dramatically in recent years because of the
increased cost of essentials like food and rent. Anastasia will share the benefits of paying a Living Wage and discuss what can be done to advocate for more workers to earn a Living Wage through
provincial policy change. WorkBC will be present to share some info on their Wage Subsidy program for new hires which could help businesses reach the living wage.
This event is free but please RSVP in advance for lunch:
This series is made possible through funding received by the Town of Ladysmith through the Province’s Poverty Reduction Planning and Action program. Other topics to come, will include Cultural Safety, sharing updates on Provincial Employment Standards, and increasing employment opportunities for people with barriers to employment through TogetherBC Poverty Reduction initiatives. For more information on current Community Together To End Poverty Hw-nuts’-ulwum (as one) project initiatives and the Town’s Poverty Reduction Strategy, please visit the Town’s website.
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Art Show: Food for Thought
2024-01-31 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-01 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-03 10:00 - 17:00 | Ladysmith Art Gallery Downtown, 32 High Street, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1A4, Canada

Community Dinner & Dialogue #2
2024-01-31 17:30 - 19:30
Ladysmith and Stz’uminus residents are invited to come for a free dinner and dialogue, the second in a series of four as part of the ongoing CommUNITY Together to End Poverty Hw-nuts’-ulwum (As One) project.
Happening on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 5:30pm at Aggie Hall, all are welcome to continue and/or join the discussion where we will dive deeper into exploring and prioritizing which actions should be taken next to improve affordability and inclusion locally. Everyone is encouraged to join these events at any point, even if they have not attended the previous session.

By the end of the fourth event, it is the Town and PRTG’s hope that those who participate will see themselves as part of the solution and be inspired and motivated to continue participating in the outcomes that are prioritized throughout this process.

We hope to see you there!

Ladysmith Arts Show "Inspired By Text"
2024-02-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-10 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-14 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-15 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-16 10:00 - 17:00, 2024-02-17 10:00 - 17:00 and 1 more date | Ladysmith Art Gallery Downtown, 32 High Street, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1A4, Canada

Ladysmith Improv Benefit Show
2024-02-07 18:30 - 21:00 | Ladysmith Secondary School, 710 6th Avenue , Ladysmith , BC, Canada
Fundraiser letter improv 2024

The Joints aka Eagle Eyes Valentines Dance
2024-02-10 19:00 - 23:00 | Royal Canadian Legion Branch 171, 621 1st Avenue, Ladysmith, BC, V9G1A2 , Canada
Ladysmith Legion, Upstairs Hall621 1st Ave, Ladysmith B.C.

Back by POPULAR DEMAND, The Joints aka Eagle Eyes will play from 7:00-11:00 P.M. cash bar, 50/50, door prizes.

Mardi Gras Madness Mask Making Party
2024-02-11 13:00 - 15:00
Get ready to show off those groovy dance moves! Your tickets are waiting to be purchased for Mardi Gras Madness, where you will get to dance the night away to the party tunes of Victoria BC’s The Soul Shakers while enjoying food, a cash bar, party games, 50/50 draw and more! 19+ event. $35: www.ladysmitharts.ca/event-details/mardi-gras-madness
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Want to start the party early? Join our Mask Making Party on Sunday February 11, 1 PM – 3 PM. Only $15, all supplies included. www.ladysmitharts.ca/event-details/mask-making-party

Chamber of Commerce Week
2024-02-12 - 2024-02-16
Chamber of Commerce Week, celebrated annually, recognizes the outstanding contributions that Chambers and Boards of Trade make to communities across B.C. The Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce will be celebrating 94 Years serving Ladysmith and Area.
Stay tuned for Chamber Week events…

Ladysmith Little Theatre presents 'Radio Plays, Live!'
2024-02-15 - 2024-03-03
LADYSLadysmith Little Theatre presents ‘Radio Plays, Live!’
Directed by Alan Holmes the play is inspired by the golden age of radio, we feature two radio plays, performed live, in front of a “live studio audience”
The first is, The Adventures of Philip Marlowe – “The Green Flame”
by Raymond Chandler
A gritty crime drama revolving around a hard-boiled detective, Philip Marlowe who is investigating a case of libel that quickly turns to intrigue, and possibly, romance.
The second is, Fibber McGee & Molly – “Piano Lessons”
by Don Quinn
A light-hearted comedy about an aspiring pianist with no musical talent whatsoever. Fibber McGee is a teller of tall tales and a braggart, usually to the exasperation of his long suffering wife Molly. In this episode, Fibber decides he needs to learn how to play the piano…

Chamber Week Lunch & Learn
2024-02-15 11:30 - 13:00
Celebrate Chamber Week with us at our Lunch & Learn!
TOPIC: : Discussion on some of the basic expense deductions small business owners are most concerned about getting right, from vehicle expenses to business use of the home to cell phones and more. This should be relevant for both unincorporated and incorporated businesses.
Speaker: Lori John, CPA, CGA and Tammy Leslie, CPA, CGA, CA Partners at Palmer Leslie, Chartered Professional Accountants
Time: 11:30-1pm
Date: Thursday, February 15, 2024
Location: Chamber Office, 33 Roberts Street
Cost: Free to Chamber Members | $10 for non members
Seats are limited. RSVP by February 13, 2024 | 250-245-2112 / admin@ladysmithcofc.com
Light Lunch provided!

Hosted by: Ladysmith Chamber and Palmer Leslie Chartered Professional Accountants
Sponsored by: Nanaimo Airport / Kubera Payments

Barsby School of Rock @ Aggie Hall
2024-02-16 18:30 - 21:00 | Aggie Hall
Concert with the Barsby School of Rock

Join Russ and the Barsby gang as they teach Rock and Roll to the world!

Heritage Week
2024-02-19 - 2024-02-24
All week on February 19 -25, 2024, culture and heritage organizations across the province are going to be hosting events to celebrate Heritage Week. Use our Heritage Week Calendar to find events. Filter by cost, location, kid-friendly, virtual and more!

Family Day Event @ the Museum
2024-02-19 11:00 - 15:00
On Monday, February 19, 2024 – BC Family Day!
Visit the Ladysmith Museum from 11 am – 3 pm for a guided tour of the exhibit Tree-mendous – our fantastic forests. Kids activity stations will echo the forest theme with arts and crafts, and a discovery table featuring leaves, seeds, bugs, fossils and a microscope. A series of shorts from the silent movies will be playing and there’ll be free popcorn and juices.
Also that day, Ladysmith Maritime Society will have an Open House at the Heritage Boat Restoration shed. Watch for more details!

BC Family Day Event
2024-02-19 12:00 - 15:00 | Frank Jameson Community Centre, 810 6 Ave, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1N8, Canada
The Town of Ladysmith in conjunction with our community partners have organized free activities for the entire family to move, get creative, and most of all, have fun together as you celebrate Family Day.
On Monday, February 19, 2024, Ladysmith Parks, Recreation & Culture (PRC) will host two free Family Day swim sessions at the Frank Jameson Community Centre.
Session 1 is 12:00 p.m-1:30 p.m. and Session 2 will be from 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Enjoy access to the main pool, therapy pool, diving board, climbing wall and slides.
PacificSport Vancouver Island and PRC staff are offering planned activities from 12:00 p.m. -3 p.m. in the FJCC Gym focusing on family, inclusivity, physical activity and physical literacy.
During the event, Ladysmith & District Arts Council will be in the lobby distributing take home art kits. Pick up a package and continue the fun when you arrive home.
Make sure to grab some healthy to-go snacks before you leave to help replenish your energy.
The Town gratefully acknowledges the financial support of the Province of British Columbia to help support these activities.
For the latest news and updates, visit the Town’s website at www.ladysmith.ca, as well as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Healthy Start to Learning
2024-02-22 09:30 - 12:00 | Aggie Hall

Healthy Start to Learning
2024-02-22 09:30 - 12:00 | Aggie Hall
The FREE Healthy Start to Learning event will be held at Aggie Hall on Thurs, Feb 22nd (in place of the LaFF program). Open to children ages 0-8yrs and their caregivers.
Come meet resource providers, participate in activities and enjoy a pizza snack provided by the Ladysmith LIONS CLUB. It’s going to be a FUN morning. . . come join us.

Guest Artist Exhibit: Winter Moon
2024-02-23 10:00 - 2024-03-03 17:00 | Ladysmith Art Gallery Downtown, 32 High Street, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1A4, Canada
Join us for our first guest artist exhibition of 2024. Lynne Patrick brings her large scale artwork to the Ladysmith Gallery.
February 23 – March 3, open daily 10 AM – 5 PM.

Ladysmith Heritage Awards Ceremony
2024-02-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Eagles Hall, 921-1st Ave, Ladysmith , Canada
On Friday, Feb 23, 2024, the annual Ladysmith Heritage Awards ceremony will be held at the Ladysmith Eagles Hall, starting at 6 pm. Along with the awards presentation, there will be slide shows of Ladysmith in days gone by, and a mix and mingle social. Ed Nicholson will read excerpts from Ron Delcourt’s book ‘The Magic Alley’ which will be hot off the press and available for pickup. Look forward to some delightful stories about growing up in Ladysmith during the Depression of the 1930s and the war years of the early 1940s.
Come cheer on the award winners and pick up a copy of Magic Alley.

For more email info@ladysmithhistoricalsociety.ca or call 250-245-0100

Community Dinner & Dialogue #3
2024-02-29 17:30 - 19:30
Join friends and neighbours for a discussion on improving affordability, equity and inclusion in Stz’uminus and Ladysmith.
This event will focus on taking a look at where we’ve come to date with the work on the Poverty Reduction Project and with the first two dinner & dialogue events and to check in on what might be missing as all of us as community members select and plan to move forward on the actions we want to take.
A key priority within the Poverty Reduction Strategy and with these events is to listen and learn from each other’s experiences and find ways to work together locally.
While this is the third of four events, all are welcome and encouraged to attend!
