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About Us
The Chamber is a dedicated group of local businesses committed to providing a unified voice for the interests of the business community.
mission statement
"The Voice of Business: Businesses working together towards economic and social well-being to make our community a better place to live and work."
Our Story
We are a volunteer-driven organization with members supporting members.
The Williams Lake & District Chamber of Commerce is a professional organization that represents Williams Lake businesses and businesses of the surrounding communities. With approximately 300 members spanning across the Cariboo-Chilcotin region, the Chamber offers great networking opportunities.
With clarity and an enhanced focus the Williams Lake & District Chamber of Commerce can strategically direct policy and lobby to ensure a successful and sustainable future for the economy of Williams Lake.
Our People
Board of Directors
About Us
Our Commitment to Business Excellence
Monthly Luncheons
On the last Thursday of each month (with the exception of August and December), the Chamber hosts luncheon meetings. These functions are an excellent opportunity to meet with fellow business people from our area, develop networking relationships, and learn about other local and regional businesses. As well, the monthly luncheons feature guest speakers presenting information on the range of topics that are both timely and important to our business community.
Tourism Discovery Centre
The Chamber oversees the operations of the Visitors Centre in the Tourism Discovery Centre. People coming from around the world rely on the Visitor Centre to provide information on local accommodations, restaurants, and interesting activities. Often our staff assist visitors in planning their trips to and in our area travelling through or as a destination point. With nearly 26,000 visitors in 2018, the staff are quite engaged especially during the tourism season. Local residents also use the information provided at the Visitor Centre to keep current on events within the community.
How we're involved - Projects/Activities
Annual projects include:
- Small Business Week
- “Swing Into Success” Golf Tournament
- Business Excellence Awards
- Chamber of Commerce Week
- All Candidates Forums- civic, provincial and federal elections
- Economic Development- City of Williams Lake
- SuperHost training and programs through go2HR
An opportunity for impact
Doing business in a small but growing city means your voice and business carries more impact. The impact to the community is demonstrated through leadership, advocacy, experience and your business acumen. Let your voice be heard and stand out through involvement in the Williams Lake & District Chamber of Commerce.
Administrative Structure
An elected Board of Directors sets policy and oversees the management of the Williams Lake & District Chamber of Commerce. The Board Executive consists of a President, 1st Vice President, 2nd Vice President, Past President and Finance Director. In addition to the Executive, there are 12 directors elected for two-year terms, with half their number up for re-election each year. Elections are held at our Annual General Meeting, the last Thursday in October. The Installation of Officers takes place the last Thursday in November and is conducted by the Mayor of Williams Lake.