Did you know since 1901, the Renfrew & Area Chamber of Commerce has been an active and progressive non-profit voluntary organization promoting the civic, commercial, industrial and tourist development progress of this great community.

Did you know that the Renfrew & Area Chamber of Commerce is composed of the Township of Admaston / Bromley, Township of Greater Madawaska, Horton Township and the Town of Renfrew. We have representatives of each municipality on our Board of Directors. For more information for each municipality please follow the links below to access the

Township of Greater Madawaska Horton Township Township of Admaston / Bromley Town of Renfrew

Welcome to the 2026 - 2028

Board of Directors

Photo Credit: Renfrew Golf Club

Chamber Office Update

At the Annual General Meeting we had the opportunity to honour Gail Laird for all of the amazing work she has done for the

Renfrew & Area Chamber of Commerce.

Gail has announced her retirement and will be missed greatly!

Thank you Gail and we wish you all the best!

The Renfrew & Area Chamber of Commerce is

pleased to announce

Sandra Swain, our new Executive Director.

The Chamber Board of Directors continues to meet in person and by Zoom meetings.

Our next Board of Directors Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday April 21, 2026,

beginning at 8:00 a.m.in theTown of Renfrew Council Chambers.

127 Raglan St. S., Renfrew, ON K7V 1P8 Phone: 613-432-4848 ext. 181

info@renfrewareachamber.ca www.renfrewareachamber.ca

The 2026 Chamber Membership Renewal invoices have been issued by email. If you did not receive your renewal invoice, please contact Sandra at the Chamber office.

tel. (613) 432-4848 ext. 181

info@renfrewareachamber.ca

Starter Company Plus:

Starter Company Plus will offer a single 2026 intake for spring/summer, extending the program training length by several weeks, and enhancing participant learning by taking a deeper dive into key topics such as marketing and finance. We are excited to implement these changes in 2026! For program guidelines, eligibility requirements, and to register for an info session scheduled for April 7th (11am - 12pm) & April 9th (1-2pm) Visit: https://www.enterpriserenfrewcounty.com/starter-company-plus

Summer Company:

Do you know a student aged 15 to 29 returning to school in September 2026? Do they dream of being their own boss? If so, the Summer Company program could be the perfect opportunity! This program offers valuable business training, mentorship, and a $1,500 grant to help cover startup costs. Successfully complete the program and students could receive an additional award of up to $1,500!

Visit https://www.enterpriserenfrewcounty.com/summer-company to read program guidelines, check eligibility, and book an intake call with the Program Coordinator. Don’t miss the May 15th deadline to apply!