| What is the Chamber of Commerce?
Mission Statement:
The Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce mission is to nurture a vibrant, dynamic and diverse business environment and community through promotion of and advocacy for the membership. This will be accomplished through a partnership of members, community and board.
Guiding Principles
The Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce will:
- promote private enterprise through a fair, competitive & open market.
- promote our members first.
- support the democratic process.
- be responsible to members through open and transparent processes.
- be conscious of community impact when making decisions and policies.
- will promote Lloydminster as a seamless community.
Membership
Reasons to Join:
By
joining the Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce, you will be able to take
advantage of our "membership only" privileges, benefits and
discounts. These services can result in cost savings and improved
profitability that more than cover the cost of membership fees.
Discount
Programs:
Through the Alberta Chamber, members of the Lloydminster
Chamber of Commerce can enjoy savings through:
Click here for
Discount Program Downloads.
Chamber Group Insurance:
If your year round business has been operating for at least six months,
you're eligible to apply. Employee Life Insurance is the core
benefit for all firms and dozens of other options to make sure your firm
enjoys the benefits that suit your needs - and your budget.
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Dental
- Prescription Drugs
- Hospital Coverage
- Employee Assistance Counseling
- Business Overhead Benefits
No industry restrictions. Home-based businesses and farms are
eligible.
Click here for more information about
the Chamber Group Insurance Plan
"While you take care of Business, Chamber Group Insurance takes care of You" - Randy Aston
"My staff of 14 has group
insurance" - Peggy Bosch - PDF
Member First Policy:
Each day the Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce staff receives inquiries
from near and far. Many of these ask where they can find a
particular product or service. It is our policy to refer to a member
first every time.
Blast Fax:
The Chamber of Commerce Weekly update keeps members informed
about upcoming events, Community and Chamber news. This is a one
page publication that goes out every two weeks to Chamber membership.
Newsletter:
The Chamber of Commerce Update, the official publication of the
Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce, is distributed quarterly to over 1200 local
businesses. It includes articles and updates of interest to Chamber
members. Advertising in the Update is very cost effective in this
widely read newsletter, and is a member-only benefit.
E-Mail Newsletter:
The Chamber of Commerce E-mail newsletter combines Chamber
related articles with links to the Chamber website pertaining to news and
upcoming events. This publication goes out to Chamber
membership every 2 weeks. E-Newsletters - past 3 months
Click here to access the most recent
Newsletters.
After Hours Mixer:
After hours mixers are a great opportunity for the business community
to meet and network with each other. The diversity of the group creates
excellent networking opportunities, interesting discussions, and
interaction. Business cards are exchanged and new contacts are made,
participants are served food and beverages as the After Hours Mixer
sponsor determines. Mingle with a diverse group of professionals in a
friendly, fun and comfortable environment with prizes, appetizers,
refreshments, and networking. The Chamber of Commerce After Hours
Mixers are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month 4:30 - 6:30 PM with the
exception of July and August when a mixer is not held.
Click here for more information about
After Hours Mixers.
"Networking, That's my
Chamber" - Brant Wheeler - PDF
Business Week / Awards:
Each year, during Business Week, the Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce
picks a local 'Business of the Year' and a 'Rookie Business of the Year'
to receive recognition at the Gala Banquet and Awards night. In
addition, awards are presented for:
- Lifetime Achievement
- City Ambassador
- Non-Profit Organization of the Year
- Customer Service Award
- Community Involvement Award
In 2001, the 'Business Integrity Award' was added and sponsored by the
Rotary Club. The Chamber also sponsors seminars and workshops to
meet the needs of small and medium-sized businesses.
More information about
Business Week and Awards
Programs:
A variety of programs including Christmas Trade Show, one of the biggest
sales events in our city, All Candidates Forums, and meetings with
political leaders are sponsored throughout the year.
Speak Up - Political Action Committee:
Through the use of news releases, news conferences and presentations to
all levels of government, the Chamber acts as your representative for
constructive change. If you are a member but do not have time to
work on a committee, you can still make your voice heard by calling the
Chamber office.
Political Action Committee Issues
and Information
"Our collective voice speaks
louder than one" - Ross Ulmer - PDF
Membership Roster:
The Membership Roster lists all Chamber Members and promotes doing
business with fellow Chamber Members. The Membership Roster is
available to Chamber members upon request.
Webpage on the Chamber Website
All members may have an internet presence on the Lloydminster Chamber
Website by building a webpage.
Over 500 webpages are presently on the Chamber site.
Click here to view all member pages
- this takes a moment to download.
The Chamber is Working for you:
The Chamber is your business working every day on your behalf.
Use the Chamber to improve your business climate by making new contacts
and increase the skills of your employees. It's the best investment
you could make for your business, your employees and your community.
"Healthy businesses make
healthy communities" - Colleen Fulton - PDF
Membership Benefit Facts
Questions Answered - What sets the Chambers plan apart from the market?
Is your company a typical Canadian employer, making a group benefit program available to employees?
Read Membership Benefit Facts to find the answers and more.
Lloydminster Chamber
Sponsorship Opportunities:
There are many sponsorship opportunities for Chamber Members.
If you would like more information about these opportunities please
contact the Chamber Office.
Lloydminster Jobs
Members FREE Job Ad Postings on
lloydminsterjobs.com
website.
This Lloydminster Jobs Website is owned by the Lloydminster Chamber
of Commerce. You may place as many posts as you like. Non-members
may purchase Ads at reasonable rates as well.
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the News
Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce Archives
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