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Our recent After-Hours events were a great success!
Thank you to The Flower Factory, who hosted an After Hours event on Thursday, June 19th. It was wonderful to see members, and new members join us for an evening of conversation. Our Chamber Sticker draw was held during the event. Congratulations to Melissa Yakaback for winning the prize package donated by our generous members.
A Chamber Networking Night was also held at the Lepine Lodge Apartments Renfrew. On Wednesday, July 16th, Lepine Lodge Apartments Renfrew graciously hosted our Chamber members for a fantastic evening of networking, engaging conversations, and a guided tour of their beautiful facility. A big thank you to Lepine Lodge for their warm hospitality and continued support of local business!
At our after hours events, it was wonderful to see members connecting, sharing ideas, and discussing current business developments in our region. Events like this strengthen our business community and create lasting relationships.
Our next After Hours event will be held on Thursday August 21, 2025. More details to follow soon.
#ChamberEvent #NetworkingNight #RenfrewandAreaBusiness #LepineLodge #The FlowerFactory #StrongerTogether
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Chamber Sticker Prizes - The Draw took place Thursday June 19th, 2025
Congratulations to Melissa Yakaback.
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Save the Date! New to the Frew Community Showcase is coming soon! Join us as we welcome new residents, businesses, and community members to Renfrew & the area in a fun and engaging way.
Wednesday September 17, 2025
from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at The myFM Centre. Come out to connect, learn more about what makes Renfrew and area special, and discover all the amazing local organizations, services, and businesses in our community.
If you’d like to showcase your business at this event, please contact the Chamber office to reserve your spot. Space is limited, so don’t wait!
#savethedate #renfrewandareachamber #townofrenfrew #CommunityEvent #newresident
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New Members Alert
We are excited to welcome the following new members:
Barker's Collision Centre, Vincent's Taxi Inc., Al Utronki Appliance & TV, Boston Pizza, Chris & Tanya's No Frills, Farrell Landscaping, Finnigan's Renfrew, Maple Ridge Inn, Mental Care - Practice Loving Caring, Metroland Media, Ottawa Tile Mechanic, Ottawa Valley First Aid, Ottawa Valley Thrift Store, Redneck Bistro, Renfrew & District Food Bank, Renfrew Wolves, Valley Ventilation.
Watch our Facebook page to see all the annoucements.
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Renfrew & Area Chamber of Commerce Member Benefits
Did you know that as a member of the Chamber has its rewards!
Discounts from Esso, Freight and Group Insurance are a few of them. Contact the Chamber office for more information.
See below for some information on a couple of benefits that are available to Chamber Members.
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Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan
Learn More about the Chambers Plan Group Insurance
Welcome to Canada's #1
Group Benefits Plan
Exclusive Group Benefits for Chambers Members
Chambers Plan Employee Benefits
Chambers Plan is the #1 employee benefits plan for Canadian small businesses, and it’s offered as an exclusive benefit for our chamber members.
More than 30,000 small to midsize businesses choose Chambers Plan to protect their employees with comprehensive group benefits. It's built for chamber members with 1-50 employees, including self-employed entrepreneurs, home-based businesses and farms.
Learn More
For more information or a free quote, feel free to contact
our designated advisor Heather Allin.
Heather Allin, CEBS
Broker
Email: heather@doucettinsurance.ca
Phone: 613-253-2410
www.chamberplan.ca Doucett Insurance info@doucettinsurance.ca
You can also contact the Chamber office for more information regarding this plan. info@renfrewareachamber.ca
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Compliant Policy Manual Done for You!
A 75-page HR Policy Manual from HR Covered
valued at $1500—it's yours at no cost!
Schedule a brief consultation to get your manual!
BOOK APPOINTMENT
Follow the link to view the services offered to our members.
You will have access to Newsletters, Blogs, and Webinars.
HR Covered Services
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Chamber member Tubman Marketing
is sharing, cost savings -
Save Money with Helcim -
Our New Payment Processor
Big news! We have teamed up with Helcim, a fellow Canadian business based in Calgary, to offer you more savings on credit card processing!
Exclusive Summer Perk Offer
Sign up for free to become a Helcim merchant by July 31, 2025, to lock in permanent Tier 3 pricing!
The current in-person rate is 1.53% + $0.07 / transaction.
Sign up for free by July 31, 2025, to become a Helcim merchant to lock in permanent Tier 3 pricing!
I am now using Helcim as the payment processor for TUBMAN Marketing Inc. and have already saved money on fees.
If you have any questions about this terrific offer, please call Kent Tubman at 613-433-9000 to discuss how your business could benefit.
What could these savings look like?
For example, if you are processing an in-person $100 transaction with a customer using a Visa card - here is how Helcim’s Tier 3 processing rates compare to competitors.
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Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting out, workplace safety is crucial. Join Workplace Safety & Prevention Services for an informative session where we’ll explore fundamental safety practices applicable to everyone.
Topics Covered:
• Identifying Common Hazards: Learn how to recognize and address everyday workplace risks.
• Summer Safety: Understand heat stress and the importance of essential protocols.
• Understanding Roles: Discover the distinct responsibilities of employers, managers, and employees.
• Resources: Discover essential resources that will support your health and safety journey. Whether it’s training materials, guidelines, or best practices, we’ve got you covered. Register Now: Registration
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The Ottawa Valley Business Hive, located within Renfrew Town Hall at 127 Raglan Street South, Renfrew, serves as a central hub for valuable resources accessible to businesses in Renfrew and the surrounding area. Our office partners include the Downtown Renfrew Business Improvement Area (BIA), Enterprise Renfrew County, the Renfrew County Community Futures Development Corporation (CFDC), and the Renfrew & Area Chamber of Commerce.
For information, services, and more, feel free to reach out to any of our business partners:
Additionally, office and boardroom spaces are available for rent based on availability, with updated costs reflected in the Town of Renfrew Fees and Charges Schedule.
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Workplace Safety & Prevention Services' eNews provides readers with OHS news and resources. Have feedback or an idea for a story? Please contact us. If you have been forwarded this email, you can subscribe to the WSPS mailing list to receive key health and safety updates. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Find out more about how we make decisions by reviewing the Operational policy manual, Employer Classification Manual, and Adjudication support documents. You’ll also find useful forms and fact sheets on a variety of topics, including benefit payments, and rights and responsibilities. Follow the link for access to these resources.
Resources for Businesses
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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 visit:
Township of Greater Madawaska Horton Township Township of Admaston / Bromley Town of Renfrew
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