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TNI Gives Back

Feb 3rd, 2012

Peachland, BC – TNI The Network Inc. believes in giving back.  In 2011, TNI The Network Inc. donated over $15,000 to various local, national, and international causes.

While TNI has matched almost all donations made by its employees through the Employee Giving Fund,   as a company, TNI has also supported a variety of causes, organizations, and events separate from the matched donations made by TNI’s Employee Giving Fund.  The causes that TNI is proud to have supported over 2011 are as follows:

TNI supports a variety of causes that are close to our Employees, Clients, and our community.  As 2012 is now underway, we are looking forward to supporting many worthy causes again this year.

The Season of Giving

Dec 27th, 2011

Peachland, BC – It has been the season of giving at TNI.  In 2011, TNI Employees collected over $5,000 in the Employee Giving Fund (EGF).  TNI Employees contribute weekly to the EGF, through regular payroll deductions, and employees then decide where the money will be donated. 

In 2011, TNI Employees continued their sponsorship of Yarixa Bravo through Plan Canada, and as we announced earlier this year, started a new sponsorship of Donald Jose Reyes Oporta with World Vision Canadawhen our sponsorship of Nery Adalberto Gomez came to an end.

TNI Employees donated to various other causes throughout the year as well, with TNI’s Corporate Partners generously matching many of the contributions made this year.  The charities that the TNI Employee Giving Fund was proud to support in 2011 are:

  • BC SPCA
  • Canadian Diabetes Association
  • Canadian Red Cross
  • Hope for the Nations
  • Kelowna Food bank
  • Kenya Help Foundation
  • Movember Canada
  • Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada
  • Peachland Food bank
  • Peachland Wellness Centre
  • Plan Canada – East Africa Drought Relief
  • Right to Play – Canada-Uganda Challenge
  • Salvation Army Canada
  • Samaritans Purse
  • Save The Children – East Africa Appeal
  • World Vision – Horn of Africa Drought Appeal

As 2012 is just beginning, TNI Employees are already thinking about where they can donate their funds to continue supporting many worthy causes throughout the year.

TNI Welcomes New Sponsored Child

Nov 4th, 2011

Peachland, BC - World Vision is a Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families, and communities to overcome poverty and injustice.  TNI Employees have been supporting a World Vision child through the Employee Giving Fund (EGF) for almost 7 years, and are excited to welcome our newest sponsored child, Donald Jose Reyes Oporta.

Donald lives in Quizaltepe, a rural area of Nicaragua.  Donald is a 7 year old boy in the 1st grade at school whose favourite subject is Spanish.  His father is employed but does not make enough money to support the family and his mother stays at home to care for the family.  TNI’s sponsorship of Donald will help World Vision in providing Donald and his community with  the essentials that they need to become self sufficient.

Self sufficiency was recently achieved in the community of Tacuba, El Salvador, the home of TNI’s previous sponsored child, Nery Adalberto Gomez.  We are very proud to know that our support of Nery and his community has contributed to such a happy ending.  TNI Employees wish Nery and his family the best of luck, and look forward to seeing Donald and his community achieve the same success through World Vision.

TNI Donates Big to a Canadian Legacy

Sep 20th, 2011

Peachland, BC- Terry Fox’s journey across Canada is an important event in Canadian history which signifies cancer awareness and finding a cure for cancer.  In light of the annual Terry Fox Run, TNI has donated $2,500 to the Terry Fox Foundation.

 “The partners of TNI were happy to make this donation to support the Terry Fox Foundation.  Terry’s courage inspired a nation, and although his journey ended prematurely, the search for the cure to this deadly disease continues, a disease which affects so many each day, including loved ones of myself and my partners,” said Steve Allison, President of TNI.

In 1980, Terry Fox began his 143 day marathon across Canada to raise awareness towards Cancer, which he was never able to complete. The Terry Fox Run began as a movement to continue the journey that Terry Fox could not finish.  Every fall Canadian communities and schools raise funds that go towards cancer research and awareness. 

TNI, with a head office of over 85 employees and hundreds of employees across Canada, holds a strong philosophy of supporting community events and organizations, like the Terry Fox Foundation, who works towards finding a cure for cancer.

TNI Launches a Fresh New Website

Aug 17th, 2011

Peachland, BC- TNI The Network Inc., is thrilled to announce that we have just launched a newly re-designed website! Our new website, which is now more modern, user-friendly and easy to navigate, showcases our current clients, the services we offer, a corporate philanthropy section, and much more!

The new website features our new logo, which is a fresh take on our circle logo that represents TNI’s link between our Agencies and Clients. We felt that launching a new website was the perfect avenue to feature our new logo and our new corporate look. 

Our website features client and donor testimonials, a news section, links to our social media accounts, and of course, pictures from our various events, including trips, meetings, conferences and parties!

The new website was a year in the making and went though many stages and had input from both the Marketing and the IT departments. We feel our new website truly reflects the exponential growth we have experienced over the years!

Founded in 1999, TNI is a leader in face-face marketing, with over 20 offices and hundreds of employees across North America.  TNI offers a full range of products and services, all designed to maximize results.  We stand behind our slogan, We Are The Results People.

TNI Sponsors Peachland Ambassador Candidate

May 3rd, 2011

Peachland, BC- TNI has recently come on-board as a candidate sponsor of the Peachland Ambassador Society.  On May 3rd, 2011 at the Candidate’s Debut Night, TNI The Network Inc. was presented with our candidate, Simon Glass. TNI’s Director of Finance and Corporate Partner, Michael Dyck, attended the Candidate’s Debut Night and was happy to meet our candidate and welcome him as our representative.

Simon, who is in grade eleven, currently attends Mt. Boucherie Secondary School and lives here in Peachland.   Simon entered the program to improve his public speaking skills and is excited about the experience.  Candidates are judged on their general knowledge of BC, including current events; a personal interview with a judge; public speaking and presentation skills; and talent.  Simon will be competing to be named one of Peachland’s Ambassador or Vice Ambassador in September of this year.

We are excited to be partnered with such a great candidate who will represent us and the Community of Peachland throughout BC.  The BC Ambassador’s program works to nurture future provincial leaders and forge links of friendship and understanding throughout BC communities.

TNI Goes Batty for Bats and sponsors the Adopt a Bat program

Feb 24th, 2011

Peachland, BC- In the spirit of community development and support of the education on bats, TNI The Network Inc., has come on board as the Gold Sponsor of the Adopt a Bat Program, a commitment of $2,500."

The Adopt a Bat program initially started when the Peachland Chamber of Commerce decided their future home would be at the old school house on Beach Ave. in Peachland, and came across a bat community that had set up a “roost” in the roof of the building.  This started the process of putting the Adopt a Bat program into place and a chance for citizens and visitors of Peachland to learn more about bats.

The plan is for the Bat Station, at the old primary school, to be set-up as an interactive learning centre which will provide tools and live web streaming of the bats flying into and out of their “roost”. The learning centre will boast hands-on electronic tools to aid in learning more about the life of bats. The Chamber has sought out sponsorship to help cover the cost of the camera equipment and the up-keep of the bat community.

TNI is happy to sponsor such a great community program that not only is unique to Peachland, but will play a role in bringing the education of bats to the community, schools and tourists.  To learn more about this program and to see the bats live in their “roost” check out www.peachlandbats.ca.

TNI Becomes a Registered Trademark Company and Reveals New Logo!

Feb 1st, 2011

Peachland, BC- TNI is happy to announce that we are officially a Registered Trademark company and have unveiled a new logo.
In early 2010, we took on the task of having our company trademarked and during the next year we began the process of registering our trademark company and as of February 1st, 2011we achieved our goal, which is something we are quite proud of!

During this process we took the opportunity to refine, design and unveil a new corporate logo, which now encompasses our entire group of companies. These companies include TNI The Network Inc., TNI Group of Companies/Groupe de Compagnies TNI, Effective Printing Inc., Eye to Eye Acquisition Inc., TNI Property Management Inc. and TNI Business Services Inc. Look for our new logo to appear the next few months on our website and on our many printed materials and brochures.

TNI Named Business of the Year at Chamber’s Business Excellence Awards Night

Nov 27th, 2010

Peachland, BC- On Saturday, November 27th, the Peachland Chamber of Commerce held its annual Business Excellence Awards for 2010.

TNI The Network Inc. received top honours and awarded Business of the Year award for 2010. An inaugural winner (2006), TNI was noted for taking a leading role in the redevelopment of downtown Peachland and its continued support of local events and organizations. TNI President, Steve Allison said, “It is exciting for our company to be recognized in that way but the excitement should be shared by everyone, especially all of our employees who come every day and work so hard.”

It’s the Season of Giving

Nov 8th, 2010

Peachland, BC- On Monday, November 8th, the employees of TNI The Network Inc., presented the Peachland Food Bank with a cheque for $1,500 and TNI President, Steve Allison and his corporate partners, Eric Lecompte, Jenny Lecompte, Michael Dyck and Brenda Bates, also matched the donation with $1,500 for a total donation of $3,000.

In addition, TNI employees and TNI and its corporate partners donated a combined $600 to the Peachland Wellness Centre. TNI’s employees started their Employee Giving Fund in 2004, which employees donate to weekly during casual Friday’s at the office.

TNI Named One of Peachland's Top 10 Employers

Oct 15th, 2010

Peachland, BC- In an article published by the Peachland View, TNI was named one of Peachland’s Top 10 Employers in the District.
The article states TNI employs 65 part-time and full-time employees between both TNI The Network Inc. and Effective Printing Inc. The article listed TNI as the 2nd largest employer in Peachland, behind the District of Peachland which listed 85 employees, of the 85 employees only 35 are full-time, whereas TNI employs the largest amount (over 45) of full-time employees at their head office in Peachland. TNI’s full- time employees enjoy full benefits, RRSP program; flex days, team building activities and the opportunity to work with national and international clients.

TNI is committed to ensuring we offer employees a rewarding work experience with a focus on professional and personal development. We are proud to have our head office in Peachland so that our employees are able to take in all that the Okanagan has to offer!

TNI and Its Employees Donate to Local Organizations

Dec 12th, 2009

Peachland, BC- TNI and its employees donated more than $2,000 to the Peachland Food Bank and the Peachland Wellness Centre in a cheque presentation with TNI President, Steve Allison and many TNI employees.

Every Friday, TNI employees get to dress in casual attire by donating a minimum of $1 to the TNI Employee Giving Fund (EGF), which raises funds to support their 2 sponsored children as well as support of many local organizations throughout the year.

This year the TNI EGF donated $1,500 to the Peachland Food Bank with TNI matching that amount for a total of $3,000! In addition, the EGF donated $450 to the Peachland Wellness Centre with TNI matching that amount for a total of $900! TNI and the EGF fund also donated to the Summerland Food Bank, The Canadian Cancer Society- Kelowna Chapter, Kelowna General Hospital, the Okanagan Boys & Girls Club, the SPCA- Kelowna Branch. The EGF donated more than $4,000 in 2009, with TNI matching and exceeding that amount to local, national and international organizations and charities.

TNI President Announces Four Corporate Partners

Sep 15th, 2009

Peachland, BC- Steve Allison, President of TNI Group of Companies announced to the employees of TNI that he has taken on 4 partners.
Steve welcomed Jenny Lecompte, Eric Lecompte, Michael Dyck and Brenda Bates, as his corporate partners. Steve said his plan to take on partners has been in the works for years and he had taken the necessary steps in preparing to have these new partners join him. Brenda Bates was TNI’s first employee and Eric Lecompte and Jenny Lecompte joined shortly after, followed by Michael Dyck who joined a few years later. Steve said he is excited to see the growth and expansion his new partners will bring to TNI.

TNI Sponsors Local Car Show

May 21st, 2009

Peachland, BC- TNI has come on as one as the main sponsors for the popular local car show, World of Wheels.  TNI agreed to a sponsor the event early on in the year and is excited to support such a great event in Peachland.  TNI’s own VP of Print Operations and Effective Printing Inc., Manager, Frank Reindl, is an organizer of the event and says that this year’s event exceeded last year’s in both participants and attendees and the crowd size was estimated at close to 10,000.  This year’s event also featured a Show and Shine, which turned out to be a huge highlight of the day.

TNI continues to be an active business member that supports community events that brings exposure to our great town and boosts our community pride!

World of Wheels has gained popularity over the last few years and is a free event that continues to gain popularity with both participants and attendees. 

TNI Sponsors Brazilian Carnival Ball with Proceeds Going to SickKids Foundation

Apr 25th, 2009

Peachland, BC- TNI recently sponsored the 43rd Annual Brazilian Carnival Ball in Toronto, ON with proceeds benefiting SickKids Foundation.

The Brazilian Ball is an annual event which raises money for charities and each year they choose a charity in which all proceed from the ball are given to that charity.  This year our client, SickKids Foundation, was chosen to be a part of this fantastic charity event.  At TNI we have forged many long lasting relationships with the clients we work with and we are happy to help support their cause on a corporate giving level.  We couldn’t pass up this opportunity to help such a worth event as well as see our client benefit from it.  The Brazilian Carnival Ball raises money for a variety of important causes in healthcare, research, culture and education in both Toronto and Brazil.  TNI is proud to not only support SickKids Foundation but to support the Brazilian Carnival Ball fundraising event. 

TNI Sponsors National Charity Gala Night

Jun 23rd, 2008

Peachland, BC- TNI was one of the night’s sponsors for Plan Canada’s, “Promise a Future” Gala which was held in Toronto, ON and was attended by many notable Canadian’s and supporters of Plan’s campaign.

Plan’s Promise a Future campaign was a campaign to bring better, brighter future to more than three million children, their families and communities.  The campaign was a success reaching its ambitious goal of $25 million and the gala, “A Promise Made, A Promise Kept” recognized the many people who made generous contributions to the campaign, in support of Plan’s health, water and education projects.  TNI was the dessert sponsor at the Gala and TNI’s VP of Marketing Jenny Lecompte, Brenda Philip, the Director of Business Development, and Regional Director; Marty Bieksa, attended the Gala and were able to meet Rod Black, Broadcaster and long time Plan Canada supporter, as well as meet many Plan supporters.  TNI has been working with Plan since 2004 in securing monthly sponsors and have forged a relationship with a common goal of helping those who need it most.

TNI Donates to Peachland Centennial Celebration Committee

Mar 6th, 2008

Peachland, BC- In an effort to help Peachland celebrate its centennial Year; TNI has donated $5,000 to the Peachland Centennial Celebration Committee.

TNI has been an active community business member since 1999 and is proud to call Peachland its home. TNI President, Steve Allison, settled in Peachland over 9 years ago and has made TNI a flourishing local business with international contacts. TNI’s generous contribution qualifies TNI as a gold sponsor for the upcoming celebrations in 2009 and TNI’s donation will go towards the cost of a 2009 calendar of events everyone in Peachland will receive in December. TNI is committed to being socially responsible to the community in which it works and operates.

TNI President Named Business Person of the Year

Mar 6th, 2006

Peachland, BC- At the Peachland Chamber of Commerce Awards night, TNI President, Steve Allison, was awarded Peachland’s Business Person of the Year for 2006!

Steve started operations for TNI in Peachland out of the basement of his home, which started with 1 employee.  From there, TNI has grown immensely over the last 7 years, into an office of 30 full-time and part-time employees.  Steve’s persistence and never quit attitude has made TNI the success it is today.  Giving back to the community you live and work in is important Steve as TNI remains one of Peachland’s largest community event supporters.  Steve was noted at the awards night for his community involvement and support of many local events.  Steve is a large supporter of the development of the business community and of course, Peachland’s economic development.

This is not the first award TNI has won; in 2001 TNI was awarded the Economic Development Award and in 2002, TNI was named the Business of the Year.  

Okanagan Magazine features TNI President as One to Watch!

Oct 6th, 2003

TNI’s President, Steve Allison, was recently featured in the popular Okanagan Life Magazine in an edition which highlighted select extraordinary business entrepreneurs in the Okanagan Valley.

Steve was interviewed in an article written about successful small businesses. The article highlights how Steve got his start in the promotional and marketing industry and why he chose Peachland as his home base for the company. Steve is quoted in the article as saying, “I believe we are a success because I refuse to accept failure.” He added, “Sheer perseverance combined with a skilled, supportive team of employees make TNI a true success story.” Steve started operations for TNI in 1999 and it has continued to be a leading marketing and promotional company, working with 30 agencies across Canada and the US, with its head quarters located in Peachland, BC.

TNI Named Business of the Year of 2002!

Apr 11th, 2002

Peachland, BC- At the annual Peachland Chamber of Commerce Awards ceremony, TNI was given top honours and presented with the Business of the Year Award!

This award is voted on by both residents and local businesses for their contributions and presence to the business community. TNI is noted as being a large supporter of community events, is committed to the development of the business community and employs 28 full-time and part-time positions in its office.

TNI started operations in 1999 and is a leading marketing and promotional company which services organizations on local, national and international levels, through its 30 sales agencies across Canada and the US. In an interview following the awards night, TNI President, Steve Allison, praised his employees for their efforts in earning TNI this distinction. TNI is also home to Effective Printing Inc., which provides printing services locally and throughout the Okanagan Valley.

Effective Printing Inc. Opens Its Doors!

Mar 6th, 2002

Peachland, BC- Effective Printing Inc. (EPI) opened its doors today as Peachland’s only full-service print shop.

EPI, a sister company of TNI, was started due to the increasing printing needs of TNI and the need to get printing done fast, at an economical price. EPI includes an in-house graphic artist for all your printing needs. With a short run digital printer, EPI can produce, create, and customize anything you need printed. “We can do anything from calendars, menus, business cards, rack cards, brochures, flyers, newsletter and much more!” Check out EPI’s website at www.EffectivePrinting.com for more details on how we can help you with your printing needs!

TNI Awarded Economic Development Award

Apr 26th, 2001

Peachland, BC- TNI The Network Inc. was recently awarded the Economic Development Award by the District of Peachland Chamber of Commerce.

TNI was given this award due to its business contributions to the district of Peachland and its continued support in the development of Peachland. TNI President, Steve Allison, accepted the award and was appreciative that TNI was chosen for this award recognizing TNI’s ongoing contributions to developing Peachland’s business community.