Supporting Local Businesses Since 1955

#MembersMatter

Committed to making Ajax and Pickering the best place to live, work, and learn. We connect members to the resources they need to grow, advocate on behalf of issues important to area businesses, and engage the business community to positively impact our community as a whole. Join the membership and grow your business, amplify your voice, and strengthen our community.

The Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade is a not-for-profit, membership-based association and contrary to belief, is not a government agency. In addition to representing the views of the business communities of Ajax and Pickering, APBOT is part of a broader provincial and national network of boards of trades and chambers of commerce and, as such, is proud to be an active member of both the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce.

The Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade provides access to valuable resources, discounts, and relationships that help businesses save money and market their products. Joining a chamber of commerce can boost sales and significantly improve a local business' visibility and credibility.

Your Questions Answered:

Is the Board of Trade part of the municipality or other government entity?

The Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade is a not-for-profit, membership-based association and is not a government agency. In addition to representing the views of the business community of Ajax and Pickering.

Will non-profit organizations benefit from becoming a member

Yes! the Board of Trade values our non-profit members, which are an integral and defining component of our community. Your affiliation can help you secure donations, source volunteers, find board members, and promote your cause and good work.

I am not a member, can I still attend member events

We welcome everyone to connect with our members and attend events to see all that the Board of Trade has to offer. Non-members may attend up to two Board of Trade events in a calendar year as a guest before joining.