BENEFITS of Membership
The Bobcaygeon & Area Chamber of Commerce can be viewed as your business partner. Your membership supports local businesses and organizations, promotes tourism to the area, brings innovation and best business practices to our doorstep and seeks out cutting edge opportunities to expand and move forward. Your membership is significant - it builds over time. The more you actively you participate in the Chamber and take advantage of the benefits, the more you will see the inherent value. In many cases, membership pays for itself through the discounts and other benefits available. Benefits of Membership: Recognition as part of the local Bobcaygeon and area business community Actively support the community of Bobcaygeon and regional tourism Networking opportunities and information sessions to help connect, advise and grow your business Business promotion and referrals through literature, business card display and information screen at the Chamber & Service Ontario office Marketing support through the Chamber social media channels and website Inclusion in local business directories and publications such as Explore Bobcaygeon and the Chamber website. Receive business news and updates regularly through the Chamber newsletter and E-blasts Be informed first about the City of Kawartha Lakes financial and business programs AFFINITY PROGRAMS The Bobcaygeon & Area Chamber of Commerce is a member of both the Canadian and Ontario Chambers of Commerce. When you join our Chamber, you have access to the programs and benefits offered by these organizations. You also become part of an influential network of over 60,000 businesses, from all corners of the province. Membership in your local chamber gives your business a competitive edge by allowing you to develop new professional relationships, access information and tools to help grow your business, and ensure your views are heard by government. |
Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan:
Participate in group health and life insurance packages that are normally reserved for large firms, and at small businesses rates!
Please contact 1-877-277-0677 or visit www.chamberplan.ca
First Data Merchant Services:
First Data, a Global Leader in Merchant Services, helps merchants accepts payments anytime, anywhere, using terminal, e-commerce, mobile, and integrated solutions. The First Data Chamber program has been vetted by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. The Bobcaygeon Chamber supports you with the most competitive rates available.
Does your business accept credit card/debit payments? First Data, our Preferred Partner will give Chamber members a $1,000 MasterCard if they can’t beat your current rates. For more information, please contact your local business consultant, Bruce Averill at 705-772-2132.
Explore Bobcaygeon Guide
As a member, your business will be listed in the Explore Bobcaygeon guide.* Members also receive a 5% discount on the purchase of an advertisement space in the guide. Explore Bobcaygeon features business profiles, area events and a directory. There are 20,000 copies distributed annually.
* Be sure that your membership is in good standing by October to be featured.
