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A little bit about us...
Mission Statement
Our goal is to encourage growth and prosperity of the whole community by promoting tourism, encouraging new and existing businesses, identifying business opportunities, and encouraging community growth by building a stable and inviting environment for business and community members alike.
Vision Statement
The Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce is “the Voice” of Armstrong Spallumcheen business.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusivity Commitment Statement
We the Chamber, a diverse network of members…
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion honours our organization’s heritage and amplifies our commitment to members and community at large.
We are the voice for business - an organization comprised of businesses large and small, not-for-profit clubs and organizations, community members, entrepreneurs and home-based businesses. Membership increases your exposure in the community and helps provide strong economic and community leadership.
Our goal is to encourage growth and prosperity of the whole community by promoting tourism, encouraging new and existing businesses, identifying business opportunities, and encouraging community growth by building a stable and inviting environment for business and community members alike.
Vision Statement
The Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce is “the Voice” of Armstrong Spallumcheen business.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusivity Commitment Statement
We the Chamber, a diverse network of members…
- Lead boldly and treat one another with dignity and respect, enabling members and the community to bring their best selves to work and in service to the community to achieve their highest potential on the job, in public and as a caring citizen
- Embrace member’s business and professional ambitions in a fully inclusive way, while encouraging innovative opportunities
- Embrace diversity, celebrate inclusion, and uphold equity for all
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion honours our organization’s heritage and amplifies our commitment to members and community at large.
We are the voice for business - an organization comprised of businesses large and small, not-for-profit clubs and organizations, community members, entrepreneurs and home-based businesses. Membership increases your exposure in the community and helps provide strong economic and community leadership.
LOCAL MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Your membership includes listings on our website.
We have a bi-weekly newsletter that can include your upcoming event or special.
We are active on social media.
We produce a number of brochures throughout the year which may be a fit for your business.
You have an opportunity to sponsor some of our very well attended community events.
You are able to rack your business brochures at our office.
We offer business referrals of our members to visitors and locals.
Interested in networking with other businesses? One way of meeting and sharing ideas is through our monthly Business After Business Program, a light-hearted, informal get-together, hosted by Chamber members.
We have a bi-weekly newsletter that can include your upcoming event or special.
We are active on social media.
We produce a number of brochures throughout the year which may be a fit for your business.
You have an opportunity to sponsor some of our very well attended community events.
You are able to rack your business brochures at our office.
We offer business referrals of our members to visitors and locals.
Interested in networking with other businesses? One way of meeting and sharing ideas is through our monthly Business After Business Program, a light-hearted, informal get-together, hosted by Chamber members.
BC CHAMBER MEMBER ADVANTAGE PROGRAM
The Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce is pleased to offer partner programs through the BC Chamber of Commerce.
These benefits are open to chamber members in good standing. Not a member? If these options are making you consider joining our chamber, please fill out the application form above or contact Carol for more information.
BUSINESS SERVICES
POCKETED: GRANT FUNDING ASSISTANCE
As a chamber member, Pocketed will enable you to explore non-dilutive funding that fits your needs, including hiring grants, training support, market expansion funding, COVID-19 recovery, and more to grow your business all on one platform.
SPARK INSURANCE: NON-PROFIT PROGRAM
In partnership with 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.
BC MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION
Chamber members can access a one-year subscription to BC’s premiere business magazine for only $12.
PUROLATOR: SHIPPING
Earn volume discounts starting at 25% on Purolator Express® and Purolator Ground® services.
STAPLES: OFFICE SUPPLY DISCOUNT
Members access the Staples Professional program to receive reduced costs on business supplies with no minimum order requirements.
CONSTANT CONTACT: ONLINE MARKETING TOOLS
From email marketing to event management, to social sharing and more, members save up to 25% on these easy-to-use marketing tools.
PAYWORKS: PAYROL SOLUTIONS
Payworks provides workforce management solutions, including real-time integration of payroll and benefits for members on the Chambers Plan.
KUBERA: PAYMENT PROCESSING SYSTEMS
Chamber of Commerce members can see the following advantages when working with Kubera:
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.
TRAVEL AND HOSPITALITY SAVINGS
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!
GLOBAL ADVANTAGE TRAVEL & ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAM
Exclusive deals for chamber members on hotels, car rentals and entertainment around the world!
PETRO CANADA: FUEL DISCOUNT
Petro-Canada and the BC Chamber give you 3 cents off per litre at the pump.
ESSO: FUEL DISCOUNT
Esso and the BC Chamber give you 3.5 cents off per litre at the pump. Plus save on oil changes and more.
SHELL: NEW PROGRAM COMING SOON!
PARK'N FLY: PARKING DISCOUNT
Members receive up to 40% off Park’N Fly rates at select airports across Canada.
These benefits are open to chamber members in good standing. Not a member? If these options are making you consider joining our chamber, please fill out the application form above or contact Carol for more information.
BUSINESS SERVICES
POCKETED: GRANT FUNDING ASSISTANCE
As a chamber member, Pocketed will enable you to explore non-dilutive funding that fits your needs, including hiring grants, training support, market expansion funding, COVID-19 recovery, and more to grow your business all on one platform.
- Receive a 50% discount on your first grant through Pocketed’s services.
- Waive a grant consultation fee ($50 CAD/session)
- Receive over 25% off upgrades to Pocketed+
SPARK INSURANCE: NON-PROFIT PROGRAM
In partnership with 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.
BC MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION
Chamber members can access a one-year subscription to BC’s premiere business magazine for only $12.
PUROLATOR: SHIPPING
Earn volume discounts starting at 25% on Purolator Express® and Purolator Ground® services.
STAPLES: OFFICE SUPPLY DISCOUNT
Members access the Staples Professional program to receive reduced costs on business supplies with no minimum order requirements.
CONSTANT CONTACT: ONLINE MARKETING TOOLS
From email marketing to event management, to social sharing and more, members save up to 25% on these easy-to-use marketing tools.
PAYWORKS: PAYROL SOLUTIONS
Payworks provides workforce management solutions, including real-time integration of payroll and benefits for members on the Chambers Plan.
KUBERA: PAYMENT PROCESSING SYSTEMS
Chamber of Commerce members can see the following advantages when working with Kubera:
- Excellent payments hardware
- Fewer terminal and hardware issues
- Industry leading reporting capabilities
- Increased support from our BC based team of experts (augmenting 24-7-365 processor support)
- Increased profits through lower processing fees
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.
TRAVEL AND HOSPITALITY SAVINGS
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!
GLOBAL ADVANTAGE TRAVEL & ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAM
Exclusive deals for chamber members on hotels, car rentals and entertainment around the world!
PETRO CANADA: FUEL DISCOUNT
Petro-Canada and the BC Chamber give you 3 cents off per litre at the pump.
ESSO: FUEL DISCOUNT
Esso and the BC Chamber give you 3.5 cents off per litre at the pump. Plus save on oil changes and more.
SHELL: NEW PROGRAM COMING SOON!
PARK'N FLY: PARKING DISCOUNT
Members receive up to 40% off Park’N Fly rates at select airports across Canada.
CANADIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: BUSINESS SERVICES
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.
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.
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.
CHAMBER GET KLEANR PROGRAM
Kleanr is offering discounts on a variety of cleaning and disinfecting services to members in the following fields:
ROGERS FOR BUSINESS: ASSOCIATION PROGRAM
Rogers for Business brings members discounts on a variety of products and services (such as wireless data, voice, wireline and Microsoft 365), and may combine wireless plans with any of the following solutions:
ROI CALCULATOR
Get free access to the Canadian Chamber custom ROI Calculator, or create your own fully customizable calculator at a discounted rate, to demonstrate the value of chamber membership, at all levels — local, provincial/territorial and national.
ELAVON: PAYMENT PROCESSING PROGRAM
Elavon offers members the ability to accept payments from customers in a fast, efficient and secure way. Additional features for businesses include:
FREIGHTCOM: CHAMBER SHIPPING PROGRAM
Members can save anywhere from 70-75% on what they would normally pay for shipping courier costs, including pallet shipping.
ANOVA ENERGY: CARBON COMPLIANCE AND SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM
Anova Energy can help small businesses become more “green” and verify carbon offsets validity and ensure they are made in Canada and in compliance with regulations.
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.
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.
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.
CHAMBER GET KLEANR PROGRAM
Kleanr is offering discounts on a variety of cleaning and disinfecting services to members in the following fields:
- Commercial Building Services – Daily sanitation, porter services, emergency anti–viral fogging services and COVID preventative microbial shield Zoono services.
- Construction Services – Daily sanitation, daily anti-viral sanitation, full HAZMAT PPE anti-viral services, emergency anti-viral fogging services, COVID preventative microbial shield – Zoono services.
ROGERS FOR BUSINESS: ASSOCIATION PROGRAM
Rogers for Business brings members discounts on a variety of products and services (such as wireless data, voice, wireline and Microsoft 365), and may combine wireless plans with any of the following solutions:
- Rogers Business Internet
- Rogers Unison
- Data Centre and Cloud services
- Asset and Fleet Management
- Enterprise Mobility Management
- Rogers Fixed Wireless Access
ROI CALCULATOR
Get free access to the Canadian Chamber custom ROI Calculator, or create your own fully customizable calculator at a discounted rate, to demonstrate the value of chamber membership, at all levels — local, provincial/territorial and national.
ELAVON: PAYMENT PROCESSING PROGRAM
Elavon offers members the ability to accept payments from customers in a fast, efficient and secure way. Additional features for businesses include:
- The ability to accept payments online, in-store, or on-the-go with Converge®, an all-in one eCommerce solution
- Dedicated account managers to help support your business objectives
- In-house multi-lingual customer support that is available around the clock – 24-hour-a day, seven-days-a-week
FREIGHTCOM: CHAMBER SHIPPING PROGRAM
Members can save anywhere from 70-75% on what they would normally pay for shipping courier costs, including pallet shipping.
ANOVA ENERGY: CARBON COMPLIANCE AND SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM
Anova Energy can help small businesses become more “green” and verify carbon offsets validity and ensure they are made in Canada and in compliance with regulations.