Benefits - Why Join

Here are a few of the highlights of why your business should belong to the Scugog Chamber of Commerce. 

  • The Chamber of Commerce is the only collective voice of the business people representing the entire community
  • You are kept abreast of local business news through a regular newsletter
  • The Chamber organizes business seminars and meetings and resource materials which assist you to become more effective in your daily business
  • Your membership provides the opportunity to network with other businesses in the community
  • You can take advantage of discount Visa / M/C & Interac Service Charge rates.
  • Your business is eligible to participate in the Chamber’s Sickness, Accident and Life Insurance Policy

Download the Membership Application Form here:  

Membership application form 2012 pdf.pdf

 

The Membership Advantage: 

Advocacy

Strong representation for the business community organizations.  Our board consists of directors from all business sectors.  All levels of government are represented on our advisory Government Relations Committee which meets once a month. 

 

Automatic Enrolment 

As a Scugog Chamber of Commerce member, you are automatically affiliated with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce.  Two memberships one low cost!   

                        

Bell Mobility

Providing our members with valuable discounts on their cell phone plans.

See Bell mobility information sheet:  Bell Mobility Chamber of Commerce Price Plans.pdf

 


Board Room Facilities: 

Board Table (seating for 14 – 16 comfortably)

Projector – Laptop compatible

Projector Screen

Wireless Network – please inquire at time of booking

Coffee courtesy of Coffee Cultures

Booking Time Available:  Monday – Friday -  8:30am  – 4:30

$50.00 / 3 hours or less minimum booking  

$10.00 / hour – After 3 hours or more. 

 

All proceeds go to the United Way.

Please book two weeks prior to ensure availability.

 


Business Directory

A comprehensive listing of member businesses and services. This directory can be found on the Scugog Chamber website at www.scugogchamber.ca and is available to the public. Update your listing for free at anytime by contacting the office.  

 

Business Networking

Promote your business. Meet & evaluate local services and suppliers. Use the power of networking within the Chamber group, helping you to grow your business in a positive direction, drawing from the experience of other local business members.

 

Business Information and Referrals

Staff at the business centre will direct both local and outside inquiries to your business first.

 

Business Training Seminars

Stay on top of new market trends and subjects important to owners and managers.

 

CAA Savings

Scugog Chamber of Commerce announces their participation with The Canadian Automobile Association’s (CAA’s), Corporate Membership Program, whereby you as a Chamber of Commerce Scugog member, can purchase a CAA Membership at a corporate, discounted rate!

Scugog Chamber of Commerce - CAA Complete Details.pdf

Chamber Member AppFrom JE PLUS RV 09.pdf

 

Central Information Centre

Promotion of tourist oriented business and point of referral to other member businesses.

 

Communications Alerts

Take advantage of placing yourself on the communications list for up-coming opportunities in Economic Development, Film, tourism areas. 

 

Entrepreneurial Support Group

A place where entrepreneurs of gather with others of similar interests.  Let the chamber help direct you to resources to put your plan into action.

 

e-Newsletter

A bi-weekly e-newsletter free to you, keeping you abreast of current business news and opportunities.

 

Grand & Toy

Everything you need for your busy office.  Grand & Toy is proud to provide you with an exclusive offer.  SAVE up to 80% on over 7500 quality office products – in-stock and ready to ship.  *Great selection & service * Free next-day delivery * dedicated account management * Secure, fast & easy ordering at grandandtoy.com

  

Group Insurance

Medical, Dental and Disability coverage – a special group plan for owners and employees, available to members only. Medical expenses can be turned into tax deductions. Please see the “Group Benefits Overview” for further details.

Contact Hardiman Mount & Associates (Bob Brozina) for details at 1-800-361-6996 or inquire by email to bob@hmainsurance.com

 

Image and Identity

Members of the Chamber are identified as an active and responsible member of their community with solid roots in the region.

 

Member News Updates 

As part of the weekly e-newsletter, you have the opportunity to let your fellow business members know of your successes and announcements that you wish to share!

 

Member to Member Discount Program

Fellow Chamber members, offering direct discounts on product and services to other Chamber members and their employees.  http://www.scugogchamber.ca/member-discount.php

You can also find member-member discount information in the Member Directory.

 

Petro Canada Discounts 

As a business member of the Scugog Chamber of Commerce, we are pleased to offer your company discounts from Petro Canada. See a full list of Petro Canada Discounts here:  Petro Canada Scugog Chamber of Commerce Discount Program.pdf

Please contact your chamber for an application form.

 

Relationships

Business is far easier, more efficient and more comfortable when conducted with people you know.

 

Small Business Resource Centre

Our “Small Business Resource on-line Centre” is there to help you navigate hard to find business websites, government sites and business resources.  Contact the office for further assistance.

 

Social

Business owners enjoy the company of fellow business owners. It’s a place to communicate with others who have similar problems, issues and often … solutions.

 

Special Events

Santa Claus parade and various volunteer opportunities in our local community and region helps advertise and attract customers to our business community.

 

Tax Advantages

The Chamber’s Group Plan accommodates “Cost Plus” which facilitates the legitimate expensing of medical costs against the members business.

 

Visa & MasterCard & Interac Discounts*

Special rates are provided by contacting TD Merchant Services -  Harold Mann 1-877-340-1198  or  harold.mann@td.com  to apply for your special merchant discount rate.

View Savings:

scugog 159 with pic.pdf

scugog coc159.pdf

 

E - COMMERCE 

DOES YOUR COMPANY ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS AS A FORM OF PAYMENT ON YOUR WEBSITE?

DID YOU KNOW THE CHAMBER ECOMMERCE RATES ARE THE LOWEST IN THE INDUSTRY?

VISA 2.19% AND MASTERCARD 2.07%

EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 1, 2008

(HALF THE PRICE OF PAYPAL)

LET US SHOW YOU HOW

Karen Mann                                           Harold Mann

Regional Account Executive                            Regional Account Executive

TD Merchant Services                                     TD Merchant Services

PH: 1-877-340-1198                                          PH: 1-877-340-1198

FAX: 1-705-738-4228                                         FAX: 1-705-738-4228

karen.mann@td.com                                         Harold.Mann@td.com  

First Data is the Sales Agent for TD Merchant Services

Visa, MasterCard, Amex and Debit

 

Website

New updated www.scugogchamber.ca  is an easy way to keep informed of local issues and events. This is a place where the world comes to find information on Scugog and its businesses. Each member receives a free online listing.

 

* In conjunction with the membership advantages from the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Canadian Chamber of Commerce.

 

It cost you money not to belong!

Together For Business!