We’re excited to share the third issue of the Piney Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Connector newsletter. This publication connects our members and community with important updates, upcoming events, business resources, and stories that celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit of southeast Manitoba. From profiling our members to spotlighting new initiatives and welcoming fresh faces to our business community, this newsletter will keep you informed and connected throughout the year.
PRCC Business Connector – Issue #3 Highlights
- Welcome – Looking forward to 2026 and the opportunities ahead
- Event Recap – On February 12, 2026, PRCC hosted Christian Kamanga, Employment Counsellor with the Economic Development Council for Manitoba Bilingual Municipalities
- Stitched Art: Keeping Traditional Skills Alive – Fourth-generation quilter Lynette blends traditional hand-guided craftsmanship with modern long-arm quilting to create one-of-a-kind works while supporting and teaching the local maker community
- Business Milestone: Piney Regional Chamber of Commerce – Celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2025 with record membership growth, new youth and communications initiatives, and a well-attended AGM that reinforced strong momentum heading into 2026
- PRCC Library of Things – Through a new partnership with Buffalo Point First Nation Health & Wellness, the PRCC’s Library of Things is now housed in a dedicated makerspace, expanding access to creative equipment and supporting skills development, collaboration, and entrepreneurship across the region
- Membership Benefit – Chamber members receive discounted rates on PRCC mobile sign rentals – an affordable, high-visibility way to promote events, specials, and business news to local residents and travellers, starting at just $50 for four weeks
- Upcoming Events – Mark your calendar for networking, training, and community gatherings in the months ahead
- New Member Welcome – Claude Champagne and his business Claude’s Water Treatment. Claude’s Water Treatment in La Broquerie helps homes and businesses enjoy cleaner, safer water through services like water softening and reverse osmosis systems tailored to local needs