You are a small business. A medium business. A big business. Or maybe you’re a ‘just me’ business.
Our Chamber is 1,300+ member organizations strong, and we've been working with businesses in the Tri-Cities for more than 50 years. We are among the top five largest chambers/boards of trade in British Columbia.
Our goal is to support you and your business. Whether that’s connecting you to others in your field, providing educational opportunities, or advocating for business issues on your behalf, the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is working behind the scenes to ensure our region remains a vibrant and prosperous community with a variety of options to live, work, and play.
Business is Better with Chamber Membership
Being a Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce member means that you and your team have access to a wide variety of member benefits. Save money as a Chamber member with our exclusive member business savings and programs.
Advocacy
As the voice of Tri-Cities businesses, and as a part of the BC Chamber of Commerce and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce network, we advocate on your behalf, shaping policy at all levels of government.
Benefits
It pays to be a member — literally. Gain access to exclusive benefits and cost savings as a member of the Tri-Cities Chamber. We provide business savings on group insurance, office supplies, and more.
Connections
Join the largest business association in the Tri-Cities. We provide a platform for communication, where you can build your network, meet future clients, showcase your business, and more.
Business Cost-Savings
Members of the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce can use their membership to access incredible deals on almost any business necessity.
Cost-saving benefits are negotiated locally and through the BC Chamber of Commerce and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. Please view the categories below for more information on each discount and how to take advantage of the discounts.
If you are not currently a member of the Tri-Cities Chamber, please contact our Membership Manager Membership@TriCitiesChamber.com or 604.468.6873 to set up an appointment for a detailed introduction to our membership benefits.
#ShopChamber Program
Save your money and help our business community flourish by choosing to #ShopChamber!
#ShopChamber is the Tri-Cities Chamber's exclusive member-to-member discount program.
Participate as a member business by offering a #ShopChamber deal to our membership, or participate as a Chamber member and enjoy exclusive deals from member businesses, or do both!
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Browse the #ShopChamber Business Directory for deals and offers
UPDATE February 21, 2024: The Canada Digital Adoption Program 'Boost Your Business Technology' $15,000 grant program is suddenly and unexpectedly closed approximately one-year earlier than originally planned by the federal government.
If you applied and received approval, but don't yet have a CDAP advisor, contact the Tri-Cities Chamber CDAP partner Patrick von Pander for further information and assistance, and to receive our Chamber member $750 rebate should your grant move forward. He can be reached at 778-899-3835 or patrick@bigpicturecoach.com
NOTE: the CDAP "Grow Your Business Online" $2,400 microgrant program is still open for applications at this time.
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Grants to Boost your Business Online
The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce has partnered with The Big Picture Coach, an Approved Digital Advisor for the CDAP (Canada Digital Adoption Program) for $15,000 in Government Grants in support of Technology Transformation & Digital Adoption initiatives by qualifying Canadian SMEs (Small/Medium Enterprises).
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Members have access to a rebate of $750 upon the completed development of a customized CDAP Boost Your Business Technology Digital Adoption Plan.
Are you a majority-Canadian-controlled, Privately-owned, for-Profit business with $500K to $100M in revenues in any of the previous three years? If so, you likely qualify for the Boost Your Business Technology federal grant of up to $15,000 to have The Big Picture Coach develop a custom Digital Adoption Plan for your business. This helps you choose the technologies that will help you automate and systematize your business and accelerate your growth.
Potential recommended technologies can include:
MARKETING & SALES – Business Development
- Web Site Technologies
- Market Research Technologies
- Lead Generation Technologies
- Event Management Technologies
- Sales Funnel Conversion Technologies
OPERATIONS – Service &/or Product Delivery
- Billable Hours/Fee-For-Service Tracking technologies
- HR Automation Technologies
- Project Management Technologies
- Team Collaboration/Communications Technologies
- Supply Chain Management Technologies
- Inventory Management technologies
FINANCE & ACCOUNTING – Maximizing Profitability
- Bookkeeping Technologies
- Accounting Technologies
- Payroll Technologies
- Banking Technologies
- Invoicing & Collections Technologies
ANALYTICS – Data Collection Technologies
CYBER SECURITY – Protection & Risk Management Technologies
Additionally, once completed, your Digital Adoption Plan can be leveraged to access:
- BDC five-year, Interest-Free Loan of up to $100K for technology solution implementation support (ie: hardware, software, SaaS, training, & software custom configuration support)
- Youth Placement Wage Subsidy of up to $7,300 for implementation skills/staffing support.
For more information, please contact Patrick von Pander at Patrick@BigPictureCoach.com or 778.899.3835. Tri-Cities Chamber members qualify for a $750 rebate.
Shell
Special offer: Sign up before March 31, 2024 and receive 8 cents off per litre for first four months, then 4 cents per litre after. Chamber members receive discounts off the pump price for both gas and diesel. Drivers can also enjoy up to a 32% discount on car washes and receive 10% off oil changes and other products/services at participating Jiffy Lube locations.
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Option 1: Register online here
Option 2: Call 1.800.650.4019
Esso
Chamber members receive savings of 3.5 cents/litre off the posted pump price at any Esso station across Canada, and save 10% on all oil changes at participating Mr. Lube locations.
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Contact Robert Guaiani
- By phone: 647.528.9950
- By email: robert.guaiani@wexinc.com
Petro-Canada
Chamber members receive a discount of 3 cents/litre on all grades of gas and diesel and 10% off carwashes.
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Contact Paul Fox
- By phone: 778.874.9498
- By email: fox@suncor.com
Chambers Group Insurance Plan
The #1 plan for employee benefits in Canada for a reason. Chambers Plan covers all industries including one-person firms, home businesses, and farms. Benefit options include life, health, dental, vision, and travel insurance, short- and long-term disability, business overhead benefits and many others. Guaranteed renewable contract and fully pooled price stability.
Spark Insurance
Spark Insurance offers exclusive rates on coverage for Chamber member non-profits and charities. The application process is simple, taking no more than 5 minutes to complete.
Spark also offers free, no obligation quotes on their website. All non-profits and charities are eligible for this offer.
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Option 1: Email Jamie Saunders at jsaunders@shawsabey.com
Option 2: Call 1.800.684.1911
Constant Contact
Constant Contact allows users to send emails, newsletters, event announcements, and surveys to their list of contacts instantly. Beyond email design, Constant Contact offers a wide range of services that give businesses an edge in their customer campaigns.
Chamber Members enjoy up to a 25% discount on all the online marketing tools offered by Constant Contact including email marketing and more.
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Option 1: Register online here
Option 2: Call 1.866.289.2101
Global Payments
Are you paying more than you should for your payment processing?
Global Payments is pleased to partner with the Tri-Cities Chamber to help you save money with the latest payments technology and software solutions your business needs to run smoothly, efficiently and affordably.
Global Payments offers Tri-Cities Chamber members the expertise and solutions they need with highly competitive preferred pricing.
Connect with us today to see how much you could save!
With Global Payments, you benefit from:
- Streamlined payments: Seamless acceptance for all major debit and credit payment types, including digital wallets.
- Market-leading technology: Putting you at the forefront of innovation and delivering a competitive advantage.
- Fast access to funds: Deposited to your bank account as early as the next business day.
- Industry-leading support: Get comprehensive virtual or in-person support, when you need it, 24/7/365.
Learn more about this member benefit:
Option 1: Contact us online here
Option 2: Email Nicole Lauzon at nicole@tricitieschamber.com
Bell Mobility
As a member of the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce, switch to Canada’s best national network* and get preferred pricing for you and your family (on up to 5 lines) with the Bell Exclusive Partner Program.
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Step 1: Visit bell.ca/EPP or call 1.833.237.0600
Step 2: Register as a new user, choose the ‘Personal Email’ option
Step 3: Enter ‘Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce’ in the company/association field
Step 4: Upload proof of Tri-Cities Chamber Membership (PDF or JPG formats)
Step 5: Check out your exclusive offers from Bell
Advertek
Advertek is a comprehensive FSC -certified printer, serving numerous industries from retail and manufacturing to businesses in the financial and insurance sectors. Contact Melissa or Sarah the Canadian Chamber of Commerce for more information.
Chamber members receive discounted rates on label printing, promotional materials, bindery, and digital printing.
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Contact Melissa Lamirande from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce
- By phone: 613.238.4000 ext. 2224
- By email: mlamirande@chamber.ca
Staples
For all members, Staples Advantage offers custom prices for toner, paper, cleaning supplies and other key items, including their product offerings of computer supplies, office furniture, facility supplies, safety equipment, print management, promotional products and much more.
Staples Advantage runs quite differently than the regular Staples because they have our own catalogues and online ordering website. Staples Advantage is the business-to-business division of Staples so their program is setup for delivery only; you will not get the same Chamber prices at retail locations. They offer free delivery for regular orders over $50.
A Staples Advantage representative will work with businesses, compiling information on their scale, industry, and budget to create a specialized product line that best fills their current needs.3
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Contact Maureen Holms
- By phone: 778 893 4460
- By email: Maureen.Holms@staples.com
Payworks
Payworks is a workforce management firm that specializes in handling payroll for businesses across Canada. While their main focus is on handling payroll, Payworks also offers services in absence management, scheduling, and human resources.
Chamber members receive Payroll services at a discounted rate. Contact Nick Bateson at the email below for more information.
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Option 1: Email Cassie Hammer at cassie.hamer@payworks.ca
Option 2: Email sales@payworks.ca
Option 3: Call 1.866.788.3500
Anova Energy Carbon Compliance and Sustainability Program
Anova Energy is a leading Canadian energy brokerage and sustainability consultancy firm that advises commercial, industrial, government, and institutional organizations in developing and implementing long-term energy strategies.
As part of our program offering, Anova will verify carbon offsets validity and ensure they are made in Canada and in compliance with regulations. This program is especially great for businesses in the manufacturing sector.
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Contact Melissa Lamirande from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce
- By phone: 613.238.4000 ext. 2224
- By email: mlamirande@chamber.ca
ATA Carnet
Established by the World Customs Organization (WCO) in 1961 to facilitate world trade, the ATA Carnet is an internationally recognized customs document for the temporary importation of goods.
Chamber members receive discounts on various carnet fees.
Certificate of Origin
The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce can provide certificates of origin for both members and non-members as an essential trade service. This is primarily for the confirmation of the origin of goods and is a requirement of many countries before goods are allowed into their country.
Chamber members receive discounts on certificates of origin
Freightcom
Freightcom is not only about lower shipping rates. Freightcom is a complete shipping solution saving you valuable time. Get consolidated invoices, shipping labels, full tracking, and more.
Chamber members receive discounted shipping rates on parcel and pallet shipping.
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Contact Melissa Lamirande from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce
- By phone: 613.238.4000 ext. 2224
- By email: mlamirande@chamber.ca
Purolator
Purolator is an international shipping, freight and logistics solutions provider with operations across Canada and the United States. Their size and scale of operations allow customers to enjoy ease-of-access and affordability in all of their shipping needs.
Chamber members receive shipping discounts starting at 25% on Canada-wide freight and international delivery.
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Option 1: Register online here
Option 2: 1.877.324.0002
Pacific Blue Cross Travel Insurance Program
Pacific Blue Cross, a trusted provider of emergency medical and trip protection insurance coverage around the world, provides comprehensive, competitively priced travel insurance for employers, their employees and immediate family members.
Take advantage of this exclusive member discount benefit:
Click here to get your exclusive discount code and to learn more. Healthy travels!
Hotel & Car Rental Discounts (Local Hospitality)
Local Hospitality is an online service that provides exclusive access to discounts on hotels and car rentals around the world. Through online and telephone support, their travel agents work with the needs of their customers to hand-craft a unique travel experience at a discounted rate. Users can browse their mobile-friendly site to search for rates in different locations and create and confirm bookings as well.
Chamber members receive access to exclusive worldwide travel and car rental discounts, with average rates 10%-20% below market rates, with some as low as 50%.
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Contact us directly for more information.
Park N Fly
Park’N Fly is a national airport parking service that provides safe storage for your car while you travel. With a location that serves the Vancouver International Airport, Park’N Fly helps make the airport experience easier for millions of Metro Vancouver travelers each year.
Chamber members receive access to exclusive worldwide travel and car rental discounts, with average rates 10%-20% below market rates, with some as low as 50%.
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Go directly to #shopchamber to get your discount code click here. Register for Park’N Fly Rewards here.
Pragmatic Conferencing
Pragmatic Conferencing exists to provide you with the means to efficiently communicate. Whatever means suits your company best. Whether its audio or video, cloud based or on-premises, Pragmatic is your one-stop-shop for all things conferencing.
Chamber members receive 20% off on audio and video conferencing services.
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Contact Melissa Lamirande from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce
- By phone: 613.238.4000 ext. 2224
- By email: mlamirande@chamber.ca
BCBusiness Magazine
Chamber members can access a special members-only rate for a yearly subscription of BCBusiness Magazine.
“By focusing exclusively on business in British Columbia, BCBusiness provides unparalleled behind-the-scenes coverage, chronicling major deals and putting faces to the major players. Our annual all-star print editions—B.C.’s Top 100 Companies, Entrepreneur of the Year, 30 Under 30 and the Best Cities for Work in B.C.—are must-reads for all decision-makers.”
Take advantage of this member benefit:
Order your special subscription to BCBusiness Magazine at BCBusiness.ca/BCChamber.
Business Matters Magazine
Chamber members receive a free listing, optional upgrades, and complimentary copies of this annual print and digital magazine produced in partnership by the TriCity News and Tri-Cities Chamber, with a distribution of 8,000+ within Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore, and Belcarra.
Contact membership@tricitieschamber.com for more information.