There is more to the Chamber of Commerce than many realize

By Staff

January 9^th, 2025

BURLINGTON, ON

We did a short piece a week or so ago on the Chamber of Commerce membership numbers.

At the time we reported that there were 15 new members and included an image showing who the members were.

What we reported was somewhat misleading – the 15 new members were organizations that joined in the month of December.

The number of new members for 2024 was 234 bringing the total current membership up to 812.

The highest Chamber membership was 1100; that was a decade or two ago.

Terry Caddo, President of the Chamber with members at a Breakfast event.

Terry Caddo, President of the Chamber advised us that there is an impressive list of membership benefits and point to the Chamber Plan that was specifically designed with the products, services and administration tools to match the needs of today’s small businesses.

With more than 30,000 firms are insured under the Chamber Plan; it is the most popular employee benefits program in Canada for small to midsize businesses.

There are no industry restrictions. All businesses are eligible while they are members of a participating Chamber of Commerce or Board of Trade, a membership that allows you to access a multitude of business resources and connect to a network of professionals like yourself. The Chambers Plan’s innovative offerings and proven rate stability allow you to provide a comprehensive benefit plan to fit any budget.

Caddo urges people think about what the Chamber has to offer when you are introducing or replacing a program, let your exclusive Chambers Plan advisor show you what a Chambers Plan can do for you.  It may be more than you expected.

Member to Member Discounts

Included with your Chamber membership, is the Member-to-Member program is your access to local deals and discounts. Save on a variety of products and services!

The M2M program is designed to give Burlington Chamber members and their staff exclusive benefits by doing business with their fellow members. This program encourages local shopping, stimulating and encouraging networking and helping your bottom line by cutting down on your costs.

Purolator

You make promises to your customers and it’s your job to ensure their satisfaction.  But, promises don’t matter if you can’t deliver.  Count on Purolator to help deliver your promises so you can focus on what maters most – your business.

As the preferred shipping provider of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, Purolator is pleased to offer Chamber members preferential pricing through their volume discount program; with discounts starting at 25% on Purolator Express and Purolator Ground suite of services.

For more information: Purolator OCC Members

Save 3.5 Cents Per Litre With Esso / Mobil

Whether you have a small sales force or a large fleet of service vehicles, the Esso / Mobil Business Fleet Card Program gives you exceptional fuel savings, powerful and easy-to-use fuel management tools and broad acceptance at over 2000 Esso and Mobil stations across Canada.

Plus, as a Burlington Chamber member, you save 3.5 cents per litre (regardless of volume) and can collect PC Optimum points at the same time!

Grand & Toy Office Supply

Take advantage of the purchasing power that membership in the Chamber Network offers and experience the benefits of more choice and greater savings with this specialized program. Save up to 25% off competitor pricing on everyday office supplies and workplace solutions, and over 30% on paper.

Sign up to become a qualified member and you will be able to take advantage of the purchasing power that we partnered with Grand and Toy to offer.  Apply Now: https://www.grandandtoy.com/en/sites/core/chamber-sign-up

Certificates of Origin and Trade Certification

A very necessary part of doing business for many organizations:

Members of the commercial community gather at the Burlington Convention Centre to celebrate and recognize each other during the Chamber of Commerce Awards evening.

Hours of Documenting:

• Tuesday to Thursday – 8:45 am to 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
• Monday by appointment only

Please submit your documents to info@burlingtonchamber.com for approval.

It isn’t just business with the Burlington Chamber.  There is the morning breakfast meeting schedule along with the After 5 event.  And of course the annual Golf events.

If you are a potential member of the Burlington Chamber – expect a call from Scott Bridger, Director, Membership and Business Development.

Related news story:

Terry Caddo – new President of the Burlington Chamber of Commerce