Member Benefits
“The Mission of the Pictou County Chamber of Commerce is to distinguish itself as the pre-eminent voice of business in our region.”
The Chamber Will:
- Operate as a democratic body
- Be accessible and responsive to the business community of Pictou County
- Provide leadership in promoting social, civic, and industrial progress in Pictou County
- Work for sound legislation and administration at all levels of government
-PICTOU COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MISSION STATEMENT
NETWORKING
Expand your network of business contacts by attending the Chamber business mixers, special events, committee work, lunch n learn sessions, and meetings. Gives members a chance to meet colleagues and potential clients. Increased contact means increased business.
MEMBER DISCOUNTS
Merchant Discount Rates!
TD Merchant Services Announces Improved Program With Added Benefits March 2010
Special low rates offered exclusively for Chamber members through TD Merchant Services
1.68% on Visa credits with electronic deposits
1.79% on MasterCard credit receipts with electronic deposits
$0.09 on Interac Direct Payment receipts with electronic deposits
Esso Direct Driver Billing Program - Even Better Rates!
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce and Imperial Oil are pleased to offer all Chamber members:
3 cents per litre fuel discount off the retail posted pump price purchased in Canada at Esso-branded service stations.
Detailed monthly invoice, Largest retail network across Canada, Largest car-wash network in Canada. Contact the Chamber off ice for more info.
GROUP INSURANCE PROGRAMS
Group Insurance programs (health, dental, and life/disability) are available to Chamber member companies. Full-coverage group insurance is available for smaller businesses, coverage that in many cases would be otherwise unavailable.
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PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS
New members receive a 1 year subscription to the weekly Advocate publication. Once a month the Chamber of Commerce Update page features upcoming Chamber events, as well as special feature articles on new members.
ADVOCACY
The Chamber is indeed “The Voice of Business” for the Pictou County area. Through news releases, submissions and presentations to all levels of government, the Chamber acts as your representative for constructive change on issues that may affect your business and the business community.
WE HEAR YOU
To best represent the business community, we need input from our members. Be a part of "The Voice of Business". There is strength in numbers. We are always interested in hearing what our members have to say. We're always interested in what's happening with our businesses in Pictou County, if it is a prestigious award, product launch, expanded services, innovations... anything that impacts your business is news and our monthly Update in the Advocate is dedicated to just that. You may fax your media release to the Chamber at 902-755-2848 or email us at fjohnson@pictouchamber.com
MAKE EXPORTING EASIER
Chambers of Commerce are recognized throughout the world. We can help you with certificates of Origin and carnets if you’re moving goods to other countries.
EDUCATION
The Chamber of Commerce provides an educational component, sponsoring seminars and workshops on issues currently affecting the local business community. We are always looking for ways to make Pictou County businesses more productive.
ACCESS INFORMATION
The Chamber is a great resource for all kinds of business information, locally and around the world. We can help you increase your knowledge of what’s happening in the business community.
REFERRALS
We recommend our members first for inquiries on products and services in the Pictou County area. We also encourage business reciprocity among members.
CONTACT INFORMATION
To start enjoying the benefits of membership you can contact the office at 902-755-3463.
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