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COVID-19 Alert Level Updates

Yesterday, the Chief Medical Officer of Health updated Special Measures Orders, effective midnight December 20, 2021, the communities of Badger, Gander, Grand

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We are very pleased to announce that registration is now open for the Central MinEx Mineral Industry Showcase, an initiative by the Gander and Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Town of Gander.

 

This conference and trade show event will promote exciting dialogue featuring industry thought leaders, technical experts, suppliers and the local business community to exchange ideas and ignite new opportunities in the mineral exploration and development sector. The conference program will feature a Trade Show, Prospectors’ Tent, Core Shack, and Networking Events.

 

You can register today at the following link:

https://CentralMinEx2024.eventbrite.ca

 

There are going to be many exciting sponsorship opportunities available as well where you can promote your organization/company. Keep an eye out for more information on sponsorships coming out in the next week.

 

We are very excited to host Central MinEX again this year and look forward to seeing you there. Please register early as space is limited. If you have any questions please message us by e-mail at [email protected] or reach out by phone to 709-256-7110.

Our Mission Statement

To promote and improve the economic climate of the area, to support the needs and concerns of the business community and to enhance the civic and social well-being of the area.

The Gander and Area Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organization made up of businesses, professionals, community groups, and interested individuals. We have been established for 61 years and today we currently have over 300 members.

The Chamber is organized to advance the area’s commercial, industrial, civic, and general interests, so that all areas of the business community will prosper. The Gander and Area Chamber of Commerce acts as a unified voice for business, enabling its membership to accomplish collectively, what no one person can easily do individually.

Each year a Board of Directors is elected by the membership. This Board establishes the goals and objectives for the year and works with the members and staff to accomplish our mission.

We provide information and referrals to businesses and the general public on a wide range of issues such as economic development, community activities, shopping areas, demographics, and professional services. As well, we are involved with all levels of government and a strong membership means we can lobby municipal, provincial, and federal governments for the betterment of our members and the community in general.

We seek solutions to today’s economic and social problems and then we work towards the implementation of these solutions. The Chamber is a vehicle for action through which businesses can work together for the overall good of the communities we serve.

"In business for business"

How we're helping our local businesses

Advocacy is the heart and soul of Chamber activity. Your Chamber takes a stand on local, regional and national issues that affect business. It actively supports local businesses and lobbies for their benefit. The Chamber acts as your voice to government at all levels and provides a unified voice for municipalities and businesses.

Chamber membership makes for a strong voice on important issues. The Chamber is associated with the, Atlantic Provinces Chambers of Commerce and Canadian Chamber of Commerce as mediums to lobby governments while demonstrating a strong voice for business. The larger the Chamber membership, the stronger our voice becomes.

The Chamber provides publicity opportunities through listings on the Chamber website. Sponsorship of Chamber events provides exposure to a large segment of the business community. Your Chamber understands the importance of business exposure.

The Chamber offers many community events for its members.

This discount allows merchant members a rate as low as 1.68% on MasterCard transactions, 1.79% on Visa transactions and as low as nine cents per transaction for Interac! Only as a Chamber Member can you enjoy such great discounts. 

The Chamber operates the Gander Visitor Information Centre and offers advertising opportunities for businesses in the tourism industry. Last year the Centre provided information to more than 22,000 visitors. It is also an excellent summer employment opportunity for a number of local students.

“Networking” is one of the most important factors in business success. The Chamber hosts many business and social functions that provide the opportunity to network. These networking events allow you to expand your business and social contacts. 

The Chamber hosts many educational events featuring informative and provocative guest speakers. Educational issues range from local politics to regional development and business issues.

This plan gives all Chamber members, from a sole proprietor to large employers, the opportunity to be part of a high value, flexible group benefit insurance plan. Over 30,000 businesses across Canada are a part of the Group Insurance Plan.

GanderAreaChamber.ca plays an important role in Chamber communication. It allows visitors to keep up to date with Chamber news and activities, view and register for Chamber events and e-mail questions and concerns.

The Chamber encourages its members to support other members by with its “Did you know” Campaign.

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