Welcome to March! We hope all our members had a fantastic February!
Each month we’ll highlight the important items you should be aware of for your membership with Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce. Plan ahead for our upcoming events, stay on top of Chamber features and much more.
IN THIS ISSUE
New Member Welcome
February Events Recap
March Events & Special Event with Vance Badawey, Member of Parliament.
Join us in welcoming our newest members. Click the logo to visit their website.
WELCOME TO OUR NEW BOARD MEMBER
Please join us in welcoming Abbiegaile Patterson to our Board of Directors. Abbiegaile is a highly motivated and self-directed professional with over 10 years of experience in non-profit, service-focused roles. She brings extensive expertise in program development, leadership, and community engagement. Skilled at networking and collaborating with stakeholders and community partners, she is passionate about creating impactful programs that drive organizational success and is eager to contribute leadership, organizational skills, and a commitment to excellence to our dynamic team.
WHAT YOU MISSED IN FEBRUARY
Our February Lunch & Learn with February Lunch, Learn & Networking hosted by Canadian Blood Services, was a great success! Thank you to all of those who attended, we hope you learned the benefits of donating blood and plasma. (see below for how you can get involved).
Please view the below for photos of our February Business After Five hosted by Bocchinfuso Funeral Home! City of Thorold, Mayor Ugulini made a special appearance and presented Bocchinfuso Funeral Home with a 10-year Anniversary Certificate.
Note: To bring NBOTAC in line with other local Chambers, our Membership fees will increase effective January 1, 2025 to the following:
1-2 employees: $150 + $10 OCC fee
3-5 employees: $195 + $10 OCC fee
6+ employees: $250+ $10 OCC fee
All new members will be subject to a one-time $25 administration fee. If you have any questions concerning the benefits of membership,
please call 289-438-2546.
NEW MEMBERSHIP MARKETING SERVICES- FREE EBLASTS
Send your specials, promotions and news directly to other NBOTAC members via our free email marketing service. Members will receive one free promotional message to our database per month, space permitting. Email messages will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis, plan ahead. Should you wish more than one email message to be sent in a one month period, subsequent messages will be charged at a rate of $50/each. Please contact the office if you have questions.
Members are welcome to submit their messages via this FORM, and our staff will send out your message.
Please make sure you have included all pertinent information and details.
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR MEMBERSHIP
Reserve Your BA5 or Lunch & Learn TODAY!
Niagara Board of Trade & Commerce is actively planning for 2025. We host a Lunch & Learn each month, the second Wednesday of each month and a Business After 5 the last week of the month. We are currently seeking applications for the two functions each month for the 2025 year. For maximum exposure, the sooner we have your commitment, the sooner we can get the word out to help promote you, your business and your event. Please email
info@nbotac.com for availability of events and BOOK IT TODAY!
SAVE THE DATES
Mark your calendars for some upcoming events!
April 8th Lunch & Learn – Axzora Group
April 30th Health & Wellness Expo 2025
September 17th – Golf Tournament
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF GROUP INSURANCE
THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE GROUP INSURANCE PLAN
Canada’s #1 Best Group Benefits Solution for Small Businesses.
The Chambers of Commerce Insurance Plan was launched in 1970 in response to demand from the members of Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade across Canada.
Contact Jim Garrett at Garrett Insurance today. Click on the image below.
Use Our Partner For Life #NIAG0092260 when donating blood or plasma. For further details contact Cam Johnson, Treasurer NBOTAC by email here
Member to Member Discounts
Through the Niagara Board of Trade and Commerce Member to Member Discount Program your business will have the opportunity to offer other NBOTAC members a discount off of your business’s services or items.
Just another benefit to being a member!
If you have not yet already submitted your NBOTAC member to member discount application form please click here.
OUR MANDATE
Vision
The Niagara Board of Trade and Commerce is dedicated to improving Niagara’s overall economic health. We are tireless advocates for all things that can have a positive economic and/or social impact
Mission
1. Maintain and improve trade & commerce in Niagara
2. Encourage good government / policy and promote sound legislation at all levels of government
3. Promote Niagara for the benefit of the businesses and citizens of Niagara
Values
· Non-partisanship: we approach every issues and decision without bias towards any group, ensuring our actions are based on objective evidence and support the best interests of our members and the greater economy of Niagara
· Integrity: Our commitment to honesty and ethical conduct drives our interactions, decisions and operations, fostering a culture of trust, transparency and accountability
· Service Excellence: We consistently strive to exceed expectations, providing outstanding value, support and solutions to our members and stakeholders, enhancing their engagement and experiences with NBOTAC
· Entrepreneurial: Embracing innovation and creativity, we proactively seek new opportunities, adapt to changing landscapes and champion bold ideas to drive growth and progress
· Inclusive: We embrace diversity in all forms, ensuring that all voices are heard, respected and valued, creating an environment of belonging, collaboration, equity and mutual understanding.
