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Perth & District, on policy issues. The
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local Chamber is actively involved with
town council, and it has representation
on diverse county-based committees
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and initiatives.
Other benefits to members include
increased access to promotional adver-
tising, networking opportunities and
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he Perth & District Chamber of “This is a strong and vibrant area
information, as well as reduced rates
Commerce plays an important in part because most of the people
for some business programs.
and positive role in the community. who own businesses here, live here,”
The Chamber’s user-friendly website
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As the local “voice of commerce,” says Madeline Bouvier, administrative
is constantly developing and growing,
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the Chamber is dedicated to the assistant/membership chairperson.
making it easy to find businesses and
promotion of economic development “There is a real sense of ownership
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and prosperity for the enrichment of in the community. People contribute
Perth and District has an active
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the community. Open year round, it is to its success because they live, work
Chamber with an enthusiastic and
the leader of tourism in the town and and play here.”
caring staff willing to help visitors,
outlying areas. The Chamber is always striving to
residents and members.
The Chamber is good for business. make Perth and District a destination
“I was born and raised in Perth,”
It seeks partnerships to benefit the for both visitors and those who wish
Ms. Butterworth says, “and our assis-
community’s economy and works to to relocate.
tant has lived here for eight years,
resolve obstacles. “Our relocation and visitor packages
so there are two perspectives on the
Perth and District has a very strong cater to a person’s specific needs,”
town.”
and active Chamber due, in part, to explains Erin Butterworth, the Cham- “I moved here because I love the
the strength of businesses in the area. ber’s general manager. “We can help town,” Ms. Bouvier says. “I get excited
The membership consistently supports someone find whatever they need in about sharing my own love of the
the Chamber and continues to grow. the Perth area.” town with others.”
With 28 per cent of its membership There are many benefits for busi- For information, call the Chamber
located outside of Perth, it is constantly nesses and organizations that become at 613-267-3200 or check www.perth
expanding its tourist attractions. members. For example, the Canadian
chamber.com.
There is Much to See and Do
in Perth and the Area
Continued from Page 13 Another great site is the
Celebrating 25 years in 2008 is The
Lanark Highlands Youth
Round Garden, a site designed
Centre Community Garden.
especially to accommodate the needs
Located behind the municipal
of the blind, elderly and the disabled.
office at 75 George St. in Lan-
Believed to be unique in eastern
ark, it was established in the
Ontario, this is a hands-on garden
summer of 2007 by the youth.
where visitors may wander among
Tay Valley Township fea-
the waist-high plant boxes examining
tures two provincial parks
leaf and flower textures and shapes.
that offer abundant facilities Visit a unique garden for the blind.
Located at the County Administra-
for the outdoors enthusiast,
tion Building on Sunset Boulevard
including beaches, trails, playgrounds
This area also offers children’s
in Tay Valley, just west of Perth, the
and more. Silver Lake Provincial Park
camps operated by a variety of organi-
garden was built and is maintained by
is located on Hwy. 7 west of Perth and
zations. While your youngster enjoys
Friends of the Garden for the Blind.
Murphys Point is on Big Rideau Lake,
the many great programs offered at
There is ample free parking and no
southwest of Perth.
camp, why not take the opportunity
admission charge. Washroom facilities
At Murphys Point you can enjoy
to visit the area? Select one of the fine
are located in the county building
natural heritage education programs accommodation options and enjoy
during business hours, Monday to
and a number of historic sites. Be sure the sites, festivals, shopping and
Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to visit the popular Silver Queen Mine, restaurants we have to offer.
Tours can be conducted for large a restored mica, feldspar and apatite There is something here for
groups by appointment. Watch local mine that operated between 1903 and everyone. Check this guide for more
newspapers for information about 1920. It is open during guided tours information about festivals, theatre,
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a 25th-anniversary celebration this throughout the summer. fine arts and recreation, call the
summer. For more information, call For more information about these Chamber at 613-267-3200 or check
613-264-2870. parks, check
www.ontarioparks.com.
www.perthchamber.com.
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