Elliot Lake & District Chamber of Commerce 2005-2015

For a number of years this was the official website for the Elliot Lake & District Chamber of Commerce.
Content is from the site's 2005 -2015 archived pages.

For the most up to date information regarding the Elliot Lake & District Chamber of Commerce can be found at their current website: www.eldistrictchamber.com/

Welcome to the Elliot Lake & District Chamber of Commerce website!

being a member has it’s benefits... 

• Chamber of Commerce identification decal to display with pride in your business for clients & other members
• Free Listing in membership directory on Chamber website
• Exclusive advertising opportunities
• Exclusive business referrals
• Trade Show Booth discount
• Member-to-member discount program
• Access to a hosst of social events, information sessions & workshops
• Access to an unlimited number of business resources
• Competitive & comprehensive Group Insurance & Retirement Plans
• Discount Program on Office Supplies
• Exclusive training programs at discount rates through Chamber e-Learning Centre
• ESSO Business Card Program which offers a fuel discount -
• Cell phone discounts
• 24/7 Access to Human Resources specialists through Hotline to HR
• Secure cloud backup & recovery programs
• Certificates of origin endorsed
• Learn about government issues that affect business
• Add your voice to the chamber’s lobbying efforts
• Helps to ensure that our community and your business and/or organization is healthy & prosperous
• Direct link to the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and the Ontario Chamber of Commerce
  Cell phone discounts

Thoughts from member Jason Tibor:

As a relatively new member of this vibrant community, I feel compelled to express my profound gratitude for the warm welcome and invaluable support I've received since joining the Chamber.

Before becoming a part of this organization, I often felt like an outsider in the business world, much like the character Bane from the Batman series - misunderstood and on the fringe. But just as Bane had his own unique strengths, I knew I had something special to offer. My penchant for wearing Bane T-shirts to work might have raised a few eyebrows, but it was my way of embracing my uniqueness.

Joining the Chamber marked a turning point. You didn't just accept my quirks; you celebrated them, helping me realize that diversity in perspectives and backgrounds is a strength, not a weakness. The Chamber's inclusive environment and the variety of resources and networking opportunities have been instrumental in integrating my business into the local fabric. The sense of community here is palpable, and I've never felt more at home professionally.

The workshops and social events have been particularly enlightening, offering me not just business insights but also a chance to connect with like-minded individuals who share my passion for innovation and community development.

I'm especially grateful for the discounts and resources provided, which have been a boon for my business. The Chamber's advocacy and support have played a significant role in helping me navigate the complex landscape of entrepreneurship.

In closing, I want to thank you all for turning what felt like an outsider's journey into a tale of belonging and success. I look forward to contributing to the Chamber's mission and being an active participant in its future endeavors.

The objective of the Elliot Lake & District Chamber of Commerce is to promote and improve trade, economic, civil and social welfare of the Elliot Lake district.

Our History
A Chamber of Commerce is a group of business people who for mutual benefit, or to fill a perceived void in a given geographic area, join together to meet those goals through a program of action. This, of course means that each such organization is unique in its specific purpose, which may or may not match the purpose of other Chambers of Commerce or Boards of Trade in another jurisdiction.

A Chamber of Commerce or Board of Trade, therefore, may be dedicated to any one or any number of specific purposes such as: economic development, tourism promotion, lobbying government or event management.

In the mid 1600's the first Chamber of Commerce to use that name was formed by an association of merchants in Marseilles, France. That organization flourished and expanded in Europe, and in 1700 the movement migrated across the Channel to England where, in keeping with the formal traditions of the day, the name was changed to Board of Trade.

In 1911, The Associated Boards of Trade of Ontario was founded in Toronto by a number of Ontario based community organizations to lobby the Provincial Legislature to ensure that legislation and regulations passed by the Legislature fostered economic progress and supported business success.
Following the 1914-1918 "Great War", Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade representatives from around the world met in Geneva to form the International Chamber of Commerce. Recognizing that French had been chosen by the League of Nations as the official diplomatic language of the world, many attendees representing Boards of Trade (the English oriented) agreed to change their name to Chamber of Commerce (Chambre de Commerce) in keeping with this international trend towards goodwill and cooperation. Many others did not do so, and hence, today we have active and vibrant Boards of Trade and Chambers of Commerce, with the choice of name depending on the individual interests and historic background of the individual organizations.

One federation of community organizations, which did make the change referred to above, was The Associated Boards of Trade of Ontario, which, noted the majority will of their constituents and became the Ontario Chamber of Commerce.

In 1925, a group of community organizations across Canada, viewing the successes of the then existent Provincial Federations of Chambers, joined together to form The Canadian Chamber of Commerce.

Today, the Canadian Chamber is a federation of some 700 plus autonomous community Boards of Trade and Chambers of Commerce located throughout Canada. The Ontario Chamber of Commerce is a federation of approximately 171 community Boards of Trade and Chambers of Commerce located throughout Ontario, and there are active Provincial Chamber Federations in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Quebec, and the Atlantic Provinces.

Additionally, there are a number of Regional Chambers offsetting various levels of Municipal Government, as well as some geographically specific federations such as the North Eastern and North Western Ontario Chamber of Commerce.

In short, a Chamber of Commerce (Board of Trade) is a federation or association of business people devoted to specific collective goals, which serve the best and key interests of the jurisdiction in which they have some combined voice and/or effect. The 1st President of The Elliot Lake & District Chamber of Commerce was Mr. Jack Gauthier in 1957.

2008 Membership Rates

All Membership Rates are subjected to 5% GST to be added to rate.

Membership fee includes Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Northeastern Ontario Chamber of Commerce contribution. 

2011 Membership Rates

For more information on our Silver, Gold or Platinum membership programs please feel free to contact our office.

All Membership Rates are subjected to 13% HST to be added to rate.

Membership fee includes Canadian Chamber of Commerce, Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Chamber E-Learning Program contributions. 

2014 Membership Rates

For information on our membership programs, please contact our office.

All Membership Rates are subjected to 13% HST to be added to rate.

Membership fee includes Canadian Chamber of Commerce, Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Chamber E-Learning Program contributions. 

2015

NEWS

2015 AWARDS BANQUET

The Elliot Lake & District Chamber of Commerce is excited about our Annual Awards Banquet that is going to be held on Wednesday, October 21st, 2015 at the Salle Rendez-Vous.

This year, we are honoured to have as our keynote speaker Alan Mallory, International speaker, author and professional development trainer.

Climbing Mount Everest is considered one of mankind’s greatest feats of human endurance. The two-month quest to reach the highest point on earth is a journey filled with unparalleled challenges and some of the roughest, most extreme conditions imaginable. In the spring of 2008, Alan Mallory embarked on the adventure of a lifetime and set a world record along with four members of his family after an incredible self-guided expedition on the mountain. The expedition challenged the mental, emotional and physical limits of their entire beings but to finally reach the end goal was an incredible feeling!  Alan’s presentation is an engaging visual and emotional journey that is supported by many of the stunning photos and short video clips captured along the grueling quest to the top. It highlights the importance of many leadership qualities such as strategic planning, effective communication, teamwork and trust as well as the mentality and passion involved in conquering one’s own Everest, whatever that may be.

More information will be available in the near future

2015-2016 Board of Directors and the Executive

2005 Board of Directors