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The Benefits of Membership

The Dawson Creek Chamber of Commerce does not receive any funding  from Government. We are powered by the investment that our members make in membership fees, luncheons and member benefit Programs.

Your membership fees are used to help us pay for the cost of advocacy (research, cost of travel and presentations), networking (luncheons, Small Business Christmas Party and other events), and education for our members.

The Chamber of Commerce receives many inquires from companies interested in making contact with local businesses. If you are a member, we recommend your business first. We also provide the caller with your contact information to make it easier for them to reach out to you.

JOIN THE CHAMBER TODAY

You can apply for your Chamber of Commerce membership online through our website, or in-person in our offices. Follow the link the bellow to start your applicaltion.

The Benefits of Membership

Members of the Dawson Creek & District Chamber of Commerce recieve a comprehensive package of benefits, containing many valuable and useful products, programs, discounts, and more!

BENEFITS: Business Services

BC Business Magazine: Annual Subscription

Chamber members can access a one year subscription to BC’s premiere business magazine for only $12

Elavon: Payment Processing System

Elavon offers members the ability to accept payments from customers in a fast, efficient and secure way. Additional features for businesses include: (1) The ability to accept payments online, in-store, or on-the-go with Converge®, an all-in-one eCommerce solution, (2) Dedicated account managers to help support your business objectives, and (3) In-house multi-lingual customer support that is available around the clock.

Freightcom: Chamber Shipping Program

With Freightcom, members can save anywhere from 70-75% on what they would normally pay for shipping courier costs, including pallet shipping.

Kubera: Payment Processing Systems

Members can see numerous advantages when working with Kubera, including excellent payment hardware, fewer terminal and hardware issues, industry-leading reporting capabilities, increased support from a BC based team of experts (augmenting 24-7-365 processor support), and increased profits through lower processing fees.

Payworks: Payroll Solutions

As a leading expert in total workforce management solutions, Payworks provides cloud-based Payroll, Human Resources, Employee Time and Absence Management to businesses across Canada. Members receive reduced rates of 20% off setup and recurring payroll fees (on base run and per-employee payments).

BENEFITS: Fuel Services

Shell: Fuel Discount

Members will save 4¢/litre at Shell.

BENEFITS: Import / Export

Chamber Import Bonds Program

An import bond acts as a type of contract between CBSA, the importer and the surety company to ensure that duties, taxes and fees associated with the importation of goods into Canada will be paid. Visit the website for more details.

e-ATA Carnet

Carnets permit the temporary duty-free and tax-free importation of goods into foreign countries, simplify customs procedures, reduce business costs and save time and paperwork. Visit the website for more details.

TradeCert: Document Certification

Apply for certificates of origin, visa letters, representational agreements and other ad hoc documents. Eliminate courier fees and save money through our online document certification platform. Visit the website for more details.

BENEFITS: Insurance

Axis Insurance: Non-Profit Program

In partnership with Axis Insurance Managers Inc. (previously Shaw Sabey & Associates Ltd.), our 20+ years’ experience and group-buying power has helped us negotiate some of the best coverage and lowest rates in the country.

Chambers Plan: Employee Benefits

More than 30,000 small-to-midsize businesses choose the Chambers Plan Group Insurance to protect their employees with comprehensive group benefits, including Health and Dental insurance, making it Canada’s #1 employee benefits plan for small business.

NEW - Waypoint: Business and Personal Insurance Programs

The BC Chamber of Commerce is delighted to establish long-term partnership with Waypoint Insurance Services Inc., a trusted broker of a wide variety of insurance products that provide comprehensive, competitively priced business and personal insurance coverage for businesses, their employees as well as volunteers e.g. board members, of chambers of commerce and boards of trade.

Learn more about how to start your quote for business or personal insurance here.

BENEFITS: Indigenous Education

NEW - 4 Seasons of Reconcilliation

The BC Chamber of Commerce is proud to partner with Reconciliation Education to deliver “4 Seasons of Reconciliation”, a course designed to empower and educate. This unique 3-hour online course promotes a renewed
relationship between Indigenous Peoples and Canadians through transformative learning about truth and reconciliation.

Click here for more information and to register!

BENEFITS: Software Solutions

Awardify: Awards Management Designed for Canadian Chambers and Associations

For over eight years, Awardify has helped Associations and Chambers of Commerce find a better way to organize and execute their awards programs. Chamber members save 27% when you sign up!

Glue Up: Chamber and Association Management Software

In partnership with our technology provider, Glue Up, members can access an all-in-one Association management software that allows you to automate and streamline your operations. From event planning to membership renewals, their platform has you covered.

Request a demo and secure a quote here.

BENEFITS: Travel & Hospitality

Global Advantage Travel & Entertainment Discount Program

Provided exclusively for BC Chamber of Commerce members, the Global Advantage Travel & Entertainment program offers Hotel, Car Rental and Entertainment discounts worldwide. Members can save 10-20% on average and may exceed 50%… saving over $50/per booking.

Park’N Fly: Parking Discount

Chamber members save on eligible Park’N Fly stays when reservations are made in advance on ParkNFly.ca or on the app, helping you get to and from the airport with the fastest and most convenient parking options. Plus, Aeroplan members earn 50% more Aeroplan points after adding their member number to a Park’N Fly Rewards profile.

Whistler 48-Hour Club

Chamber members can save between 40%-50% on their stay at Whistler as part of the exclusive ‘Whistler 48 Hour Club’ program offered by Whiski Jack Resorts!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does a Chamber of Commerce do?

A Chamber of Commerce serves as the voice of local businesses and business interests and is focused on strengthening the economy of the Peace Region.

The Chamber of Commerce aims to mobilize staff, volunteers, members, and businesses throughout the community to work together to achieve economic success for all. Together, we strive to keep the area’s economy at a level that encourages development and growth. Events, mixers, fundraisers, and meetings, carried out by the Chamber, help us to achieve this goal.

Who funds the Chamber of Commerce?

The Chamber of Commerce is funded by its members, in more ways than one. Not only do memberships contribute to capital, but the combined knowledge and expertise of the members creates an invaluable resource for our community.

The Dawson Creek and District Chamber of Commerce is also the proud owner of The Chamber Building, in downtown Dawson Creek, where local businesses, individuals, and non-profits are encouraged to rent space at reasonable and competitive rates, to help diversify and expand on our local business community. Luncheons, after 5 mixers, our annual “BIGBALL smallball” tournament, Small Business Christmas Party, and other events and initiatives also contribute to Chamber funding, as well as providing meaningful networking events and educational opportunities.

Who runs the Chamber of Commerce?

A Board of Directors, elected by the Chamber of Commerce’s membership, runs the Dawson Creek and District Chamber of Commerce.

The Board, comprised of volunteers, sets the policies and goals of the organization.

The Staff, an Executive Director and Assistant to the Executive Director, are responsible for completing the objectives and goals of the Board.

What do the volunteers do?

Volunteers are invaluable. They provide the ideas, resources, goals, funding, and a myriad of other services to keep the Dawson Creek and District Chamber of Commerce focused, motivated, and operational.

What is the benefit of membership?

The Chamber of Commerce acts as the unified voice of area all businesses, including industry, retail, agriculture, and professional firms, and the best interests of the region. As a member, you can have a say in advocacy efforts and the things you would like to see the Chamber focus on moving forward. Strong membership involvement will increase the impact and effectiveness of the organization as a whole.

Chambers of Commerce also provide their members with value-added, member only programs, such as merchant rates, discounted event prices, comprehensive group insurance, courier and natural gas, among others. These programs are chosen and designed so that the savings generated often offsets the cost of membership.

Chamber of Commerce membership is an investment in the future of your business and our community.

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ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY

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OUR BOARD & STAFF

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

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