District of Mission mayor Ted Adlem is the keynote speaker at the Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce lunch on Dec. 20. He'll be reviewing the first year of work of his council in office.

The chamber will also recognize their volunteers and their year-long supporters.

Chamber manager Michelle Favero will also reveal the success of the agency's Pay It Forward, Shop Local campaign.

The lively Christmas lunch will also feature prizes and draws. Cost is $20 for members, $25 for non-members. The lunch will be on from 11: 30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Rockwell's Bar & Grill, at the Mission City Lodge 32281 Lougheed Hwy., Mission. Contact Allison Jack at Admin@missionchamber. bc.ca or go to the chamber website at missionbcca.chambermaster.com.

- STAFF REPORTER