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About the St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce

Learn how the St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses through advocacy, networking, education, workforce initiatives, business resources and community leadership.

The St. Albert & District Chamber of Commerce is a membership-based business organization representing and supporting businesses in St. Albert and the surrounding region in Alberta, Canada. We work to strengthen the local business community through advocacy, networking, business education and training, workforce initiatives, marketing opportunities, business resources, and community programs. 

As the voice of our business community, we identify and address issues that affect businesses and economic growth. We work with municipal, provincial, and federal governments and collaborate with the Alberta and Canadian chamber networks to advocate for policies that support a strong and competitive business environment. 

We also connect businesses with the people, information, resources, and opportunities they need to start, grow, and succeed

in St. Albert. 

What We Do:

Business Advocacy

We represent the interests of the St. Albert business community at the municipal, provincial, and federal levels of government and work through the Alberta and Canadian chamber networks to advance business priorities. 

Networking & Connections

We bring business owners, professionals, community leaders, and decision-makers together through networking events, Business@Lunch, Business After Hours, roundtables, and other opportunities to build meaningful business relationships. 

Business Education & Training

We provide workshops, learning opportunities, expert-led sessions, and practical resources that help businesses respond to change, build capacity, and grow. 

Workforce & Employment

We connect employers and job seekers through workforce initiatives, employment resources, Job Connector, partnerships, and programs designed to address local workforce needs.

Business Promotion & Shop Local

We help increase the visibility of local businesses through our Member Directory, marketing opportunities, Chamber Perks, local shopping initiatives, events, and community programs. 

Community & Economic Prosperity

We work with businesses, governments, community organizations, and regional partners to strengthen St. Albert's economy and create an environment where businesses can succeed.

Chamber at a Glance

Serving the St. Albert and surrounding region | Representing over 780 Members

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Our Vision:

Our community has a thriving business environment.

Our Mission:

The St. Albert and District Chamber of Commerce is a champion of ideas; leading, inspiring and advocating for our community, facilitating change and growth while creating a fertile environment for businesses, partnerships, and residents.

Our Values:

Integrity

We act ethically with honesty, transparency, and professionalism. It's not just about doing the right thing; it's about doing it the right way. 

Creativity

We explore better ways to serve our members and community. Potential and possibility drive us to ask 'what if?'

Passion

We are enthusiastic about what we consider, undertake, and promote. We are invested in our projects and take pride in our accomplishments. Our work is important to us. 

  

Collaboration

We use approaches that are open and inclusive. Together we achieve more than we ever could on our own. We are a collection of driven individuals who want to see business succeed. 

Advocacy

We champion the cause of others to the greater benefit of all. We facilitate real change through our work with many levels of chambers and government. 

Relevance

We exist because our members see value in our work. We are an effective organization working on behalf of members to provide services and solutions to their needs, and those of the broader community. 

Awards & Recognition

  • 2023 - Executive of the Year, Alberta Chamber Executives — Shelly Nichol, Executive Director
  • 2022 - Chamber of the Year, Alberta Chambers of Commerce
  • Reader’s Choice (Gazette) 2015-2026 – St. Albert Farmers' Market
  • 2020 – Alberta Business Community Attraction Award of Distinction
  • 2017 – Sustainable Tourism ALTO Award
  • 2016 – Executive of the Year, Alberta Chamber Executive - Lynda Moffat – Pres & CEO
  • 2015 – AMMY Award for the St. Albert Visitor Welcome Centre – Excellence in Visitor Services.
  • 2008 – Market Motivator – Farmers’ Market Association of Alberta
  • 2006 – ALTO (Alberta Tourism Awards from Travel Alberta)
  • 1984 – Chamber of the Year – Alberta Chambers of Commerce Award
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