Thank you for your interest in joining the Amherstburg Chamber of Commerce. As a member of the Chamber, you become part of our community’s coalition of businesses. It is the Chamber’s goal to help your business thrive, we have been proudly serving members since 1972.
2020 Membership Benefits
When you join the Amherstburg Chamber of Commerce you’ll be able to take advantage of a number of benefits designed to help you do better business.
ACOC membership is renewed on an annual basis, our year runs from September – August. We look forward to serving you in the 2020/2021 fiscal year!
Marketing Support
Let the Amherstburg Chamber of Commerce help share your business story and bring business to your door. With your membership to the ACOC you’ll receive access to the following marketing tools.
- Business Listing
Be found by locals and visitors with a detailed online business listing on the Chamber of Commerce member directory amherstburgchamber.com/directory - Communication and Advertising Opportunities
Share business growth, special offers and updates through our e-newsletter, and social media channels on Facebook and Instagram. - Member Decal
Be recognized as a proud participating member of the ACOC with your own member decal proudly displayed in your storefront window.
Networking & Events
The ACOC offers many opportunities throughout the year to get involved and stay connected. Our Networking and Events programs will help you grow your business network. You’ll have the opportunity to generate more referrals, engage in community programming, and participate actively in the business decisions being made in Amherstburg and the region.
- Networking events
- Discounted rates on Workshops
- Lunch-n-learn ACOC Annual events
Advocacy
Have your voice be heard, as a member of the Amherstburg Chamber of Commerce we invite you to communicate through us or join us at information sharing sessions.
Our continued partnership with the Town of Amherstburg gives us the opportunity to be involved / influential in economic development.
Professional Development
Stay informed and on top of business trends with e-learning programs offered through your Chamber membership.
- Responsible Cannabis Use
Through our membership with the OCC, the Amherstburg Chamber of Commerce offers you access to the CannEd e-learning course. This course educates employers and employees on cannabis facts, laws, and responsibilities. It is important to educate staff to ensure safety at work, and decrease liabilities. The CannEd course allows employers to validate the information was reviewed and tested, as well as provide a company-specific cannabis policy for your workplace.
Savings / Discounts
As a registered member of the ACOC you will be entitled to participate in the following group savings programs as offered by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce.
- Barter Platform
BarterPay
BarterPay® is a platform that can help you to get things you need for your business without using money. You can use your own goods and services to barter with other businesses for things you need, keeping your hard earned cash in the bank. - Group Insurance
The Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan
Your ACOC membership we can offer you access to the Group Insurance Plan. This will allow even the smallest businesses to offer their employees comprehensive group benefits, including Health and Dental insurance. - Merchant Services
First Data
Benefit from preferred rates on electronic payment processing services including credit, debit, online payments, mobile commerce, cheque guarantee, and gift cards. - Office Supplies
Grand and Toy
With membership comes power, through our relationship with the OCC Network each ACOC member can save up to 25% off competitor pricing on everyday office supplies and workplace solutions, and over 30% on paper at Grand and Toy. - Shipping
Purolator
Your business can take advantage of preferred pricing through Purolator with discounts ranging from 25% – 25% on Purolator Express and Purolator Ground suite of courier services.