The Canadian Chamber of Commerce receives many phone calls and email messages daily asking for information on our products and services. We’ve put together a list of questions we hear most often from callers - be they potential customers, politicians, students, media, or other.
What is the Canadian Chamber of Commerce?
What makes the Canadian Chamber of Commerce unique?
How is the Canadian Chamber making a difference for Canadian business?
How does the Canadian Chamber form its policy platform?
Who are the Canadian Chamber’s members?
How do I become a member of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce?
Do I contact the Canadian Chamber if I’d like to lodge a complaint against or seeking a reference for a Canadian company?
Do I contact the Canadian Chamber of Commerce if I’d like to obtain tourist information on Canadian destinations?
What is the Canadian Chamber of Commerce?
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce is the most influential business association in Canada - the national leader in public policy advocacy on business issues. Our goal is to foster a strong, competitive, and profitable economic environment that benefits, not only business, but all Canadians.
There are other business organizations - what makes the Canadian Chamber of Commerce unique?
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce is the only national business group with a membership that covers a broad spectrum of private enterprise. With its unique membership configuration of local chambers of commerce and boards of trade, trade associations, and corporations, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce is the only non-political, not-for-profit organization with an organized grassroots business network in every single federal riding.
How is the Canadian Chamber making a difference for Canadian business?
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce has solidified its position as the “Voice of Canadian Business,” to the public, to the media, and to the federal government. Recognized as an organization with political clout, the Canadian Chamber is an articulate and persuasive advocate for business viewpoints and a champion of fiscal responsibility and national unity. When important federal legislation or regulation is being planned or debated, the Canadian Chamber can mobilize concerned business people across the country through its unique chamber membership network.
How does the Canadian Chamber of Commerce form its policy platform?
Each year, chambers of commerce are invited to submit policy resolutions through the Canadian Chamber’s policy resolution process. These policies are then debated before delegates at the Canadian Chamber’s annual general meeting held in the fall. Policy resolutions that are approved are active for a period of three years and reviewed each year for their relevancy.
Who are the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s members?
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce has a long-standing tradition of representing members from across the country. For over 75 years, the Canadian Chamber has represented chambers of commerce and boards of trade from communities large and small. Today we represent over 350 chambers, close to 70 business associations, and many corporate members. When the Canadian Chamber speaks, it speaks with a voice that is 175,000 businesses strong.
How do I become a member of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce?
If you represent a community chamber of commerce, you may complete the following form. Alternatively, you may contact Stacey Roy - (613) 238-4000 ext. 237.
If you represent a business or an association, you may complete the following form. Alternatively, you may contact Melissa McGee - (416) 868-6415 ext. 236. Your enquiry will be met with an explanation of the benefits and the cost of becoming a member.
Do I contact the Canadian Chamber of Commerce if I’d like to lodge a complaint against or obtain a reference for a Canadian company?
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce does not have the authority to investigate how companies conduct business. Additionally, as a matter of policy, the Canadian Chamber does not endorse organizations nor provide references. If you would like to lodge a complaint or obtain a reference, please contact your local office of the Better Business Bureau.
Do I contact the Canadian Chamber of Commerce if I’d like to obtain tourist information on Canadian destinations?
While many community chambers and boards of trade act as their city’s tourist information bureau, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce is strictly an advocacy group.
