Guelph Chamber of Commerce

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The Guelph Chamber of Commerce, in one form or another, has been part of the history of Guelph since it was founded in 1827. The growing community soon realized that an organization was needed to stimulate and encourage economic growth and to represent all Guelph business interests. Within four months of the founding of Guelph, the Board of Commerce was established. In 1866, it was renamed the Board of Trade, and the present Guelph Chamber of Commerce was named in 1919.

The Guelph Chamber of Commerce has been serving businesses in the area for over 180 years. We work together with our members to help solve their business problems. Our various committees work hard to address current issues that affect the needs of the community.

In 2001, the Guelph Chamber took a leadership role by establishing two very important programs, designed to provide on-going solutions for local issues of concern to business and community. Concerned about Guelph’s growing shortage of family physicians, the Guelph Chamber offered an interest free loan of $50,000 for the local Physician Recruitment & Retention Committee to attract new doctors to the city.

The GCC holds a semi-annual New Members Reception in May and November. This event is specifically organized to welcome and introduce new members to our Board of Directory, GCC staff and committee volunteers. We provide our new members with information and materials ensuring that they are aware of the value and many benefits available to them as a chamber member. This is an invitation only event that is open to the chamber's newest members.

The Guelph Awards of Excellence Gala is held in June of every year. The evening begins with a delicious four course dinner followed by the presentation of awards to several local businesses, organizations and individuals in recognition of their excellence in providing exemplary service and quality programs in our community. The Guelph Awards of Excellence provides an opportunity for the Guelph community to celebrate our many significant achievements. It is a night of inspiration and celebration!

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