Leveling the Playing Field for our Members
The Manitoba Chambers of Commerce recognize the importance of cost-saving measures to “level the playing field” among businesses. The MCC Affinity programs do just that. Affinity Programs (money saving discount programs made available only to chamber of commerce members) are negotiated on behalf of local Chambers of Commerce in Manitoba. The Manitoba Chambers of Commerce negotiates these programs to reduce the members’ cost of doing business and to assist in making businesses more competitive.
MTS Long Distance and Mobility Wireless Plans – Save money and support your local chamber with MTS Affinity Program competitive rates.
Long Distance
Plans starting at $2.25 per month
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Cellular Plans
Receive 12% discount off the $25 Corporate Calling plans, Powertime Bundles and Calling features
For more information or to sign up for the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce MTS Affinity Program, call 1-800-224-7504 or email: affinity.memberrequest@mtsallstream.com
Visit MTS at: http://www.mts.mb.ca
AAA Alarms – This program provides customized state-of-the-art security solutions for home and business. For information or to sign up call AAA Alarms at 225-5222 or go online at http://www.aaaalarms.ca/
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MTS is proud to offer members of the Manitoba Chamber of Commerce affordable, state-of-the-art home and business security. AAA Alarms has been providing quality service, equipment and monitoring services to Western Canada since 1962.
As a member of the MCC, you will receive this exclusive offer from AAA Alarm Systems, an MTS Company.
Business Security Solutions
AAA Alarms provides customized, commercial security solutions:
* Alarm Systems
* Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)
* Card Access Systems
* Enterphone Door Entry Systems
* PA Intercoms
* ULC (Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada) Certified Monitoring
MCC Benefits
* 8% rebate on CCTV, Card Access (equipment and installation)
* 5% rebate on Fire & Commercial Security Systems (equipment and installation)
Residential Security & Peace of Mind
Protect your home and family with AAA Alarms security systems:
* Burglar Alarms
* Smoke Detectors
* Carbon Monoxide Detectors
* Temperature Sensors
* High Water Sensors
MCC Member Benefits
* New customers: $50 off the purchase of a system plus 3 months free basic monitoring.
* Takeovers: 3 months free basic monitoring
These offers cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion, minimum 2 year monitoring agreement required.
DID YOU KNOW…you can save up to 20% on your home insurance with a monitored security system?
To sign up for these special offers or for more information, please call AAA Alarms at 204.949.0078 or toll free at 866.949.0078
Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan – Get the most sought-after group benefits from extended health to dental and vision care for firms with one to 25 employees. For more information contact Winkler Insurance Agent, Perry Vagianos at 1-866-961-4454, or visit http://chambers.ca/en/get-started/get-started.html
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The reality is we all can use help with unexpected expenses like dental bills, prescription drugs, or medical supplies. Now that help is here, with affordable group coverage designed specifically for small to medium sized businesses.
Why Have Over 20,000 Business Owners Selected This Plan?
No Business Is Too Small
Comprehensive benefit packages are available to businesses from one person and up.
Home based businesses qualify for coverage.
Guaranteed coverage available to for-profit firms with 3+ people.
Guaranteed Stability
The Group Plan has operated continuously for over 30 years.
Pooled benefits stabilizes your firm’s rates at renewal time.
Non-cancellable plan due to the claims expereince of your firm.
Ourstanding Service
Your local marketing agency is available to address your needs.
Get a Free Quote
Just complete the included form and send it to us, by fax or mail, or call to talk to your local Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan
benefit expert.
Contact Winkler Insurance Agent, Perry Vagianos today
at 1-866-961-4454
Visa & MasterCard Merchant Discount Programs – Preferred Visa ands MasterCard merchant rates for chamber members. For more information call The Manitoba Chambers of Commerce at 1-204-948-0100
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The Manitoba Chambers of Commerce, on behalf of your local chamber that has negotiated preferred VISA and MASTERCARD merchant rates that chamber members can choose from.
To take advantage of this program, follow these simple steps:
1. Join your local Chamber of Commerce.
2. Complete the attached registration form, email
thayes@mbchamber.mb.ca or fax to MCC at (204) 948-0110
For more information please call:
TD Merchant Services VISA/MASTERCARD
Serafino DiMarco (204) 230-5013
Manitoba Chambers of Commerce
Terry Hayes 1-204-948-0104
More freedom to concentrate on your business or on your life away from work. Powerpay allows you to process your payroll when you want, where you want. 10% off regular service fees for Manitoba Chambers of Commerce members.
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Your payroll, Our Service.... More Freedom
Canada’s Leading Payroll Provider
Powerpay was developed by Ceridian Canada with over 30 years of payroll experience in the Canadian marketplace. We pay over 17% of working Canadians and service over 38,500 businesses from coast to coast, in virtually every industry.
Powerpay is built on solid foundation of corporate strength.
Real-Time Online Assistance
You’ll experience the freedomof the Internet plus the confidence of professional payroll support. Our certified payroll professionals can share your screen with you online in real-time. They’ll walk through any problem you may have and they can even physically key in the solution for you.
Convenient and Easy
You can process your payroll anywhere, anytime!
Powerpay was developed with you in mind. We have made the product completely intuitive and user-friendly. All of the screens are logically designed, instructions are in plain English and our error-detection messages will tell you when you’ve made a mistake and explain how to fix it. These features combined will guide you to a perfectly manageable payroll.
Online Payroll Preview
The first if its kind from a major Canadian payroll provider, Powerpay allows you to preview your final gross-to-net payroll calculations before you actually process your payroll! It gives you the comfort to of approving the payroll before it is submitted.
You can also use this feature to do pay cheque modelling with your actual payroll data. For example, we can illustrate how pre-tax deductions (such as group RRSP) affect an employee’s net pay.
No Software To Install
100% Internet-based payroll means no software to install or maintain! You don’t ever have to download any product updates because you automatically log on to the most recent verson.
Secure and Confidential
We have used industry-standard data encryption technologies to ensure that your payroll information remain confidential. Both KPMG and IBM have conducted extensive security reviews of our product. The reviews included both external and internal audits.
Because Powerpay is a 100% internet-based application, your payroll data is stored in our highly-secure data centre. Powerpay was built to bring you peace of mind.
Comprehensive Reporting
You will receive a comprehensive package of laser-printed management reports every pay period. This will eliminate all of your in-house printing requirements related to payroll. A wide variety of custom reports are also available at your request.
Ceridian also offers security-sealed, self-addressed pay statements and cheques as part of your total solution.
To take advantage of this special offer call 1-866-634-3413 ext. 8118
(indicate you are a Chamber member)
For more information, visit www.ceridian.ca
Christie’s Office Plus Super Saver Program – Chamber members enjoy preferred pricing on office product/supplies. For information call 1-204-489-3989 or visit http://www.christiesop.com/
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Christie’s office plus is proud to offer you an opportunity to participate in the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce - Super Saver program on the following products:
Office Products/Supplies
Office Equipment
Office Furnishings
Ad Specialty/Promotional Products
Janitorial Products
Educational Supplies
Daycare Supplies
Benefits of the Super-Saver program include:
SAVING MONEY - with Savings of up to 65% off of competitive
catalogue pricing on quality brand name products.
SAVING GAS - with our Province wide ordering/shipping programs
SAVING TIME - by using us as a one stop shop for all your
business needs!
LEVEL PLAYING FIELD – allows all chamber members to receive large business pricing regardless of business size or business location!
Contact us today for more details
Winnipeg: (204) 489-3989 or christies.wpgsales@mts.net
Brandon: (204) 727-1423 or christies@westman.wave.ca
Esso Direct Driving Billing Program – Chamber members are eligible for savings on gas purchases. Call Manitoba Chambers of Commerce office at 204-948-0100 or visit http://www.imperialoil.ca/ or their new mini site http://www.essofleetoffers.com/CHAMBER
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The Manitoba Chambers of Commerce and Imperial Oil are pleased to offer the Esso Business Card Program to all Chamber members.
Each Chamber member may enjoy:
- 3 cents per litre fuel discount off the retail posted pump price, purchased in Canada, at Esso-branded service station;
- Detailed monthly invoice;
- Esso has the largest retail network across Canada with over 2100 locations to serve you;
- Cards restricted to fuel, oil, top-up fluids and car wash;
- Personalized identification may be printed on each card and the invoice;
- Esso has the largest Car Wash network in Canada with over 600 locations;
- Speedpass™ - the fastest way to fuel up and go at ESSO;
- Esso Extra or Aeroplan Miles - details at Esso-branded service stations;
- Tiger Express and On the Run locations throughout Canada with service on site such as Tim Horton’s, Royal Bank cash machines and car washes.
To apply, simply complete Participation Record and return it to the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce and the registration Form and return it to the program co-ordinator listed below. Both forms must be completed in full to ensure processing.
Contact Information:
Richard Sauve
Imperial Oil
Box 1042
Almonte, Ontario
K0A 1A0
Fax: (613) 256-5009
Email: essofleet@sympatico.ca
Visit Imperial Oil at www.imperialoil.com
The Winkler Welcomes You program operates through the Winkler Chamber of Commerce office. It has been in operation since 1993. Hundreds of people have received a friendly visit as either a Newcomer, Newlywed or 1st Baby. To participate in this program, a business must be a Chamber member. It costs $1.00 for every visit that is made on their behalf (this includes a coupon that is available to be used). Businesses can choose to be involved in 1, 2 or all 3 of the categories and are free to use their own coupons and can also include a gift in the package if they so choose. To participate in this program, you may contact the Chamber Office at 325-9758.
The Manitoba Chambers of Commerce is pleased to announce Western Union Business Solutions as our new global foreign exchange provider.
You can’t control the economy but you can control your foreign exchange solution.
If you are making cross-border payments to suppliers, fluctuating exchange rates and high banking fees can inflate your costs and diminish your bottom line.
Our new partner Western Union Business Solutions, provides cost-effective and convenient foreign exchange services that will put the reigns back in your hands.
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Benefits to Manitoba Chambers of Commerce’ members:
Avoid profit loss and manage your company’s foreign exchange exposure in the global marketplace with Risk Management solutions.
You can utilize Currency Forwards, Limit Orders and Options to reduce your FX risk.
Reduce costs with an exclusive Manitoba Chambers of Commerce discount – your wire fees are waived.
You can choose to deliver your funds by wire, EFT, or drafts–all with no fees.
Save time by sending your payments through an online account from your office. No trip to the bank necessary!
Help when you need it. You get customer service that is easy to reach by phone or email.
Complimentary access to foreign exchange resources: Sign up to receive market update emails, FX strategy webinars and educational White Papers.
To benefit from this relationship, please visit our FX Resource Centre or contact Western Union Business Solutions directly.
Click here for a PDF version of this announcement.
Vanessa Gillis
Corporate Foreign Exchange Dealer
Western Union Business Solutions
Phone: 204 987-6006
Email: Vanessa.Gillis@business.westernunion.com
About Western Union® Business Solutions
Western Union® Business Solutions is a trusted global leader in foreign exchange and international business payments with clients operating in markets around the world.
Backed by a brand with 150 years of innovation, a global financial network, and access to over 140 currencies, our world-class service continues to help clients operate across borders and currencies in fast, reliable and convenient ways
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Discount rates on travel to India with Indus Travels
The Manitoba Chambers of Commerce (MCC) is pleased to announce a new travel affinity program for all Manitoba chamber members. This partnership with INDUS TRAVELS is part of a new national travel affinity agreement with other Canadian Chambers. The program is designed to offer exclusive discounts for pleasure and business travel to India for chamber members, their families and friends.
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Indus Travels and MCC will work with local Manitoba chambers to promote the program which provides a direct financial incentive for local chambers.
Indus Travels is a full service travel company operating pleasure and dynamic business missions all over the world. Indus Travels specializes in designing tours and business missions that introduce travelers to the amazing complexity of culture and environment – striving to offer tours and business missions at unbeatable prices and with unparalleled comfort. Members save up to 25% with these trips plus you have amazing opportunities for business networking in India. This is an added benefit that local chambers pass on to their members. For the past three years Indus has been working with local chambers throughout the United States and experienced terrific success.
Our value packed trips offer you the royal treatment through partnerships with established airlines and accommodation venues. Come join us for a memorable journey as you explore through ancient, exotic and modern India with visits to ancient forts, palaces, local bazaars and favorites like the Taj Mahal – one of “seven wonders of the world”.
“Trade and tourism relations with India are at an all time high right now, business and pleasure travel to India is steadily increasing and we are delighted to engage in a partnership of this nature where we see direct benefits going back into the local business community”, said Graham Starmer, President of MCC.
To get involved in this program or to learn more about specific details about upcoming tours and departure dates please contact Indus Travels – Dylan at 604-608-3421 / 1-866-978-2997 or chamber@industravels.ca. Please indicate the name of your local chamber to take advantage of the discount offered.
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Please to offer a free one page website for all Chamber members.
www.winkleronline.com
204-325-4139
Manitoba Chambers of Commerce has announced a new affinity benefit for chamber members.
Executive Suite Affinity Discount Program
Place: Louis Riel Suite Hotel
Reserve an Executive Studio Suite at the rate of
$117 per night, plus taxes – Including Parking
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This rate is an exceptional value when compared to the average best available rate of $157 per night plus taxes, plus an additional $11 per day for parking. This special offer is available to Manitoba Chambers of Commerce members and their employees for business or personal use.
Place Louis Riel has redefined the executive – class hotel experience. Our beautifully designed suites offer downtown Winnipeg’s most spacious hotel accommodations and present excellent value for the business or leisure traveler. Enjoy extraordinary comfort and style in a warm, welcoming atmosphere at this Canada Select 4 ½ Star rated hotel.
Hotel Amenities & Services
Spacious modern suites
Complimentary wireless internet
Complimentary local calls
Attached covered parking
Large wood desks
Ergonomic task chairs
Soft leather furnishing
32’’ flat panel LCD HDTV’s
Full kitchen with new appliances and granite countertops
Pillow top beds with luxury linens and plush duvets
Deep soaker tubs and rain showerheads
9,000 square feet of meeting and boardroom space
Original artworks by well-known local artists
Business Centre
Fitness Centre
The Ground Floor urban diner (includes room service)
100% Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor smoking patio
Special rates also available for extended stays and group bookings. Please contact our reservations department for more information
Place Louis Riel Suite Hotel
190 Smith Street Downtown Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 1J8
www.placelouisriel.com Toll Free: 1-800-665-0569 In Winnipeg: 947-6961
Detailed and up-to-date information on all affinity programs can be found by contacting the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce website at www.mbchamber.mb.ca
