Membership Benefits
Considering becoming a member of the Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce? Download the Information Package and submit the Membership Application form to us. You can take advantage of numerous membership benefits for your business when you join the Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce. These benefits save you money and promote your business.
Below is a summary of these benefits.
Website Listing and Directory
Your business will be listed in the Member Directory on our website, with contact information on your own page. This includes your personalized description and live links to your email address and website. Take a look at any of the the Member Directory pages to see the format and layout.
We also publish a printed Directory which is updated regularly.
Member-to-Member Discounts
As a member of the Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce you can take advantage of many discounts offered by fellow members of the Chamber, when purchasing for business use. Learn more about Member-to-Member Benefits.
Photocopy Services
Price Schedule:
BC Chamber of Commerce Partner Benefits
Our association with the BC Chamber of Commerce allows
us to pass ondiscounts exclusive to Chamber of Commerce
members.Download a printable pdf version of the Benefits Summary
Listed below is a summary of the benefits available through the BC Chamber:
For more details, please visit the BC Chamber of Commerce website and browse the numerous opportunities offered in the Partners and Benefit Providers section.
Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance Plan
Covers all industries including one person firms, home businesses and farms. Possible benefits include life, health, dental and travel care insurance, vision care, short and long term disability, business overhead benefits and many others. Guaranteed renewable contract and fully pooled price stability.
Esso Imperial Oil
3.5 cents per litre discount on fuel, oil, top-up fluids and car wash for each Canadian purchase at any Esso Service Station, with a minimum purchase of $1500 or 3000 litres per year.
Staples Advantage
Discount pricing for Chamber member. Staples offers online purchasing, next day business delivery, and volume pricing.
Petro-Canada Superpass
2.0 cents per litre discount on all grades of gasoline and diesel, with a minimum purchase of 200 litres per month, and a 5% discount on all parts and labour at Centigard Car Care Centres; 5% discount on vehicle propane; individually numbered credit card for each vehicle.
3.0 cents per litre discount on the posted pump price for your gasoline and diesel retail purchases with the Shell Commercial Card. Possibility for Airmiles Reward Miles.
Indus Travels India
Indus presents specifically planned trips to India to initiate contact for business opportunities. 9 day trips include accommodations, tour guides, sightseeing excursions, and networking time.
Payworks
Payroll Services: Basic Run Charge of $14.50 and a one-time fee of $75, along, with a $1.25 charge per Direct Deposit or Cheque. Integration with Chamber Group Insurance Plan and Yearend tax filing/ T4's
TD Merchant Services/First Data International
Visa: 1.59%; MasterCard: 1.64% Electronic Deposit; Debit: $0.069 cents per transaction.
VersaPay
Preferential payment processing rates for Visa, MasterCard and Interac! There is no need to change bank accounts and your funds are deposited the next business day. 1.64% + 10 cents per VISA/MC transaction; 6 cents per Interac transaction.
Commerce Energy focuses on helping customers manage their energy costs and is offering 5% business discount for member of the BC Chamber.
Chamber master is the leading member management software solution provider of easy-to-use web-based management system to improve efficiency and effectiveness for chambers and associations.
The discount program includes 20% for 6 months, or 25% for 12 months to member of Chambers of Commerce who utilize this program. Constant Contact uses custom templates for e-mails, events, and surveys.
Chamber members receive exclusive hotel discounts worldwide with Local Hospitality and reduced room rates for Accent Inns (in specified cities around BC) and Century Plaza Hotel & Spa (Vancouver).
The Chamber Learning Network offers online training to members businesses at discounted rates. There are currently 4,000 different courses and over 1,000 instructional videos online.
Liability Insurance for Not-For-Profit Organizations Directors and Officers. No program aggregate, Insurer pays on behalf of the Insured, Employment Practices Liability and Worldwide coverage.
MORE BENEFITS
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Scholarship
The Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce awards one scholarship of $500 per year to a deserving NVSS graduate with preference given to students entering a business related field.
Networking & Social Events
Almost anything that you do with the Chamber of Commerce has the potential to generate sales opportunities for your business. Every meeting, event and program gives you an opportunity to get your message in front of the client.
- Monthly Retail-Service Committee Meetings
- Annual Spring Swing
- Standing Committee Meetings
- General Membership Meetings
- Seminars and Workshops
- Annual General Meeting
Annual Events & Activities
The Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce organizes annual events and activities including:
- Biennial Trade Show (May, odd calendar years)
- Pumpkin Walk (October 31)
- Midnight Madness and Parade of Lights (first Friday in December)
Complementary Chamber Services
Business Referrals
The Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce receives numerous inquiries about business in Vanderhoof by phone, mail and e-mail each year to which Chamber members are referred first. Your listing on our website is the best referral service in today's technological age!
Government Lobbying
Through our affiliations with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and the BC Chamber of Commerce, the Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce lobbies on your behalf on issues of concern to the business community.
Northern BC Tourism Association
Members are represented with the Northern BC Tourism Association through the Chamber's dual function as a Visitor Centre.
Chamber Website Business Directory Listing
Member businesses are listed free on the 'Member Directory' page of the Chamber website. Along with the business name, description, and contact information, you will have a live link to your business website and email address.
Promotional Material Displays
As a Member you may display your business brochures and business cards in the Chamber office free of charge.
Receive the Chamber Point (free monthly newsletter)
Members receive Chamber Point - the free monthly newsletter that highlights upcoming events and items of interest within the Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce. (You may advertise in this newsletter for a nominal fee.)
Alerts and Notifications
Members receive notices and alerts on important and urgent issues related to the business community (eg. shoplifting alert).
Gift Certificates
The Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce offers a Gift Certificate Program for your convenience in giving gifts, prizes, or incentive bonuses. These certificates may be purchased at the Chamber of Commerce office, made payable to either a specified person or to "The Bearer", in the denomination of your choice. The Gift Certificates promote local shopping, being redeemable at most Vanderhoof merchants.
As a merchant, you will be reimbursed the full cash value of the certificates. Just bring them in to the Chamber office; payment will be issued on our next cheque run.
Chamber Business Library
Members have free access to business information, books and videos available in the Chamber Business Library located in our office.
Membership = Community Support & Involvement
