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About the Westport & Rideau Lakes
Chamber of CommerceObjectivesThe Westport & Rideau Lakes Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization and it's objectives are as follows: - To serve the community and in particular, it's business interests.
- To provide information services to the public, i.e.: business, industry, potential residents and tourism.
- To work with all levels of Government for the good of the community.
- To encourage, promote and improve the overall business climate in the community.
- To attract industry and tourism to the community.
- To maintain a focus on key issues and concerns and offer assistance to solve these problems.
- To support other groups in their efforts to serve the community.
- In addition, we sponsor the Antique Show and Sale, Citizen of the Year Award, and Canada Day Celebrations. We work hand-in-hand with the Ontario and Canadian Chambers of Commerce acting as liaison between Business and Government.
Chamber of Commerce OfficersExecutive Past President - Colin Horsfall President -Seamus Cowan Vice-President - Jen Kelly
Secretary - Jan Clarke
Treasurer -Jen Kelly
Directors: Colin Horsfall
Jen Kelly
Jan Clarke
Chris Stone
Curtis Andre
Jeff Cowan
Seamus Cowan
2009 Portfolios Marketing - Chris Stone
Liaison with Westport Businesses - Curtis André
Networking - Jeff and Seamus Cowan
Liaison with Rideau Lakes Businesses -
Membership - Newsletter - Visitors' Guide - Colin Horsfall, Jan Clarke,
Website - Jan Clarke
Welcome Center- Golf Tournaments - Quarterly Newsletter: "Chamber Chat"- available on line through our website
Member Advantages:
- Opportunities for Co-operative Advertising
- Membership in Ontario East Tourism Association
- Listing on the Westport & Rideau Lakes Chamber of Commerce website
- Box Ad in the local Vacation Guide Book with a circulation of 15,000
- Access to Group Insurance/Dental Plan for Small Business
- (even a one person business)
- Quarterly Newsletter: Chamber Chat
- Display of members brochures, ads etc. at the Visitors Welcome Centres in Westport and Portland.
- Representation at the Ontario and Canadian Chambers of Commerce
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REST YOUR WEARY HEAD
There’s great hospitality in Westport and Rideau Lakes. Our accommodation partners take personal pride in assuring your comfort. After all, a good night’s rest in cottage country leaves you refreshed for hiking, swimming, boating, maybe a horseback ride, you name it!
YUMMY FOR THE TUMMY
This region is blessed with good, natural food – and great cooks, too. If you plan a visit to the Westport and Rideau Lakes District relax and let someone else take care in the kitchen. Whether looking for a 220 seats for the ultimate party, or a country styled inn – maybe just a simple coffee bar or a full service grocery store, these Chamber members are ready to serve.
DID WE MENTION SHOPPING?
There’s a ton of reasons to visit this area. Fresh air, nature and hiking trails. It’s a great place for a bike or boat ride. But clearly, people love the unique shopping and retail stores found here. Westport Rideau Lakes Chamber members know the value of a dollar; they excel at service and offer a wide selection of goods and services. We really do boast great shopping. Browse our member’s directory.
WATER, WATER, EVERYWHERE:
From May until mid-October boaters use the municipal dock located on Upper Rideau Lake in Westport. Village amenities are easily accessible via a footbridge. Within easy driving of Westport are dozens of lakes; canoeing, boating and fishing are favourite pastimes in the area. Boat and canoe rentals are available in town.
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