If you are interested in becoming a member, please fill in our Membership Form online or
download our PDF form to mail.
download our PDF form to mail.
Why Join the Longlac Chamber of Commerce
You make an important difference when you belong to the Chamber. A strong Chamber of Commerce is essential for taking our business community to a strong position for the future. The support of each member solidifies the complete effectiveness of our pro-business efforts.
The Chamber works to nurture the areas of the business climate by sponsoring local activities, by monitoring local and government action and how it will affect business, and by participating in community development initiatives. These good things can happen only with a broad base of support. That's why having you as a member is so important.
Your membership helps us continue to provide vital services to our community. You can further your own, personal effectiveness by participating in Chamber sponsored events and by taking advantage of networking and leadership opportunities. Here's an outline of the programs and services that the Chamber currently offers and some ways that you can make the Chamber work for you.
We give you the following opportunities to promote & market you and your business by sponsorship & networking through:
What can the Longlac Chamber of Commerce do to help you grow your business?
Your investment in the Longlac Chamber of Commerce is an investment back to your business. By joining the Longlac Chamber of Commerce you are investing in your own prosperity as a business person and a member of the community.
To become a Chamber member fill in our contact form or attend one of our meetings.
The Chamber works to nurture the areas of the business climate by sponsoring local activities, by monitoring local and government action and how it will affect business, and by participating in community development initiatives. These good things can happen only with a broad base of support. That's why having you as a member is so important.
Your membership helps us continue to provide vital services to our community. You can further your own, personal effectiveness by participating in Chamber sponsored events and by taking advantage of networking and leadership opportunities. Here's an outline of the programs and services that the Chamber currently offers and some ways that you can make the Chamber work for you.
We give you the following opportunities to promote & market you and your business by sponsorship & networking through:
- Monthly meetings held the third Monday of every month in the Longlac Tourist Information Centre at 7:30 pm..
- Online Membership Directory.
- Chamber Website, online directory, news, etc.
- Chamber FaceBook page.
- Member to Member Discounts.
- Referrals, Referrals Referrals!
- Annual Membership Drive.
- Sub Committee membership.
- As members of the Board of Directors
What can the Longlac Chamber of Commerce do to help you grow your business?
- The chamber of commerce offers business referrals to people who are new to the city or town. If you are a member of the chamber, you will get new business referrals when someone calls the chamber asking where they can get the product or service that you provide. With many people competing for the new business in town, sending expensive mailers and doing other expensive advertising, joining the chamber can be a relatively inexpensive way of getting newcomer referrals.
- Business-to-Business Referrals - People like to do business with people that they know and can trust. If you attend chamber events, you will get to know a variety of people. When you need a service, use one of your chamber colleague's services, and chances are, they won't forget. Even if they don't personally need your service, they may refer you to their friends, family and acquaintances.
- The business directory is available to the public, and is available to other commerce members.
- Our website generates more 'hits' than the average business owner website, so by linking your contact information and website to ours, you are gaining a valuable link.
- Networking events that will give you the opportunity to get to know your fellow colleagues
- Learning Opportunities through seminars and workshops occasionally offered for free or a nominal fee. This is a way for you to continue to get professional development while making contacts who can help your business grow and/or meet potential mentors.
- Opportunities to participate in round table discussions on topics of importance to the community, as well as provide updated information about legislation that affects the community. It is also a way to find out which positions are available on governing boards of city organisations, if you would like to volunteer to help your community while at the same time building political connections that could benefit your business. You may find that you will be more educated about your city's driving political issues than ever before.
- The chamber itself also offers leadership opportunities, which can be advantageous to your position in the community, which will certainly affect your business for the better. Chambers often offer nominations and awards for the best small businesses, and a variety of other business categories. Even being nominated for one of these awards can make great press for your business. Besides, going to the galas is fun, and you get to meet even more people!
- Volunteer Opportunities - The chamber of commerce wants to make your community a better place to live and to do business, so that economic growth will take place, affecting the entire community for the better. A good way for the chamber to accomplish this goal is to offer volunteer opportunities, both within the chamber and outside of it. Within the chamber, you will have many opportunities to serve on various committees. You are certain to find one of interest to you. Demonstrate that your business is only about the bottom line, but also community improvement for all. This will give your business a positive image in your community.
- Overall, an investment in joining your chamber of commerce is a wise one. Dues are $75 or $50 per year, and when you consider the amount of extra business that you are certain to get, this amounts to a very small investment with a very large return. Of course, to fully benefit from your chamber membership, you must attend the events and get involved! Chances are, you will find that your membership is a personally enriching experience, as well as a good boost for your business.
Your investment in the Longlac Chamber of Commerce is an investment back to your business. By joining the Longlac Chamber of Commerce you are investing in your own prosperity as a business person and a member of the community.
To become a Chamber member fill in our contact form or attend one of our meetings.