Member Benefits

Exclusive Benefits: Networking, Advocacy, Resources, and Community Engagement for Your Business.

Monthly Chamber Breakfasts

Join other members, and future members, for a bite to eat and a chance to listen to speakers chosen specifically for our community. Speakers range from provincial politicians to local politicians, business owners and discussion panels.

These breakfasts area great way to meet, greet and network with the business community in the Alberni Valley.

Monthly newsletter

The Chamber also distributes a monthly newsletter to its members: Chamber eNews. This monthly email will keep you up to date on what’s happening in our area as well as with our local business community. Members can also advertise within its pages as well. Contact us for more information.

Advertising Opportunities

Let us rack your business cards and company brochure at the Port Alberni Information Centre for FREE! Having this information on hand is useful when potential business enquiries are made at the Chamber and Visitor Centre.

Business Excellence Awards

The Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce hosts an Annual Community & Business Excellence Awards. This event has moved to be held during Small Business Week in October. It's our chance -and yours - to show your appreciation to our community's businesses via various award categories. The next awards evening is set for October 5th, 2024.

BC Chamber Savings Programs

As proud members of both the BC Chamber of Commerce and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, we leverage these connections to bring valuable benefits to our members. These partnerships give us access to a broader network, influential advocacy, exclusive programs, and resources designed to support and grow your business. Enjoy discounted rates, comprehensive insurance plans, and the strength of a united business community, all aimed at enhancing your success locally and nationally.

Chambers Group Insurance Plan

Considered the VERY BEST Group Insurance Plan available in Canada you as a Member of the Chamber of Commerce can access the program. The Plan offers flexibility unknown in the industry where even a sole proprietorship can access the group plan. And, as part of the plan you are protected against user based premium increases as your rates are blended throughout the system thereby given you the benefits of a large business while being small.

  • Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  • Dependent Life
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Health Insurance
  • Travel Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Orthodontics (for groups of 10+)
  • Employee Assistance Counseling
  • Vision Care
  • Drug Plans Including "Drug Card" Options, paying benefits right in the pharmacy
  • Business Overhead Benefits
  • RRSPs (PDF)

You can reach our LOCAL representative who is keen to meet with you, at your convenience, at: jolleen@albernichamber.ca (once Membership is confirmed we can assist you in receiving a customized quote)