af·fin·i·ty (n.) Inherent likeness or agreement; close resemblance or connection
Our Affinity partners share a connection. They are all companies that offer nationally recognized savings programs on unique business products and services. The Affinity program is developed exclusively for members of The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce. Membership has its benefits.
HOTLINE TO HR is an innovative 24/7 Human Resources telephone and e-mail support system that can provide answers for all HR issues. We can limit potential HR landmines with a single call. By teaming up with our real-life, experienced team, you will gain access to experienced HR support and information on employment law and benefit compliance.
www.hotlinetohr.com
BENEFITS: Participating Chamber members will receive an employee handbook valued at $500.
PRICE: Access this service for an unlimited flat monthly fee of only $49.99. No contracts - cancel anytime. We are also offering a 30-day free trial to Chamber members.
CONTACT: Enzo Logozzo
(877) 956-8647
enzo@hotlinetohr.com
Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur, home-based business or part of a larger firm, benefits are a very important part of your financial security. The Chamber Plan lays a solid foundation for that security, based on a benefit program designed specifically for you and your company. The Chamber Plan offers a host of employee benefits at affordable prices and stable rates.
www.buychambers.ca
BENEFITS: Chamber members are eligible for a free, no obligation quotation. Visit our Web site for more information.
PRICE: The Chamber Plan can customize an employee benefits program and design a plan that will fit every budget.
CONTACT: Brent Stanfield
(204) 774-6677 Ext. 317 or (204) 960-3450 (cell.)
brent.stanfield@johnstongroup.ca
Legal assistance on everyday matters isn't always affordable or even accessible. We give our members access to professional legal counsel not only for traditional legal problems, but for everyday events such as buying a house or a car, creating a will and much more. Many services are included in your membership fees. You simply call the local provider law firm directly at the toll-free number on your membership card whenever you have a legal question or problem.
www.prepaidlegal.com/hub/rowen
BENEFITS: Chamber members qualify for a discount on all packages and enhanced coverage options.
PRICE: Access to service starts at $26/month.
CONTACT: Ron Owen
(204) 981-96
rwowen2@yahoo.com
What happens when employees have the skills they need to succeed? Everything. Greater motivation. Higher productivity. Better results. The Chamber eLearning Centre addresses the need for small and medium-sized businesses to improve productivity by delivering convenient, reasonably priced online training. We offer more than 250 online courses offering everything from management skills and leadership to sales, customer service and desktop PC topics. Courses
are available 24/7 from your home or office.
www.chamberelearning.com
BENEFITS: Chamber members qualify for a 15% discount on all packages.
PRICE: Most packages cost $129 for a four-month subscription (less 15% Chamber member discount). Packages include anywhere from 10 to 70 courses.
CONTACT: Greg Peterson
(905) 338-2759 Ext. 225
gregpeterson@growthadvisors.ca
Whether you manage your payroll yourself or outsource it to another vendor, we can help you do it better. Payworks is an emerging national leader in the field of total workforce management, providing innovative Web-based payroll, HR and employee time management solutions, along with employee and manager self-service.
www.payworks.ca
BENEFITS: Chamber members receive a discounted loyalty rate on our payroll service fees.
PRICE: Basic run charge $14.50 and one-time fee of $75. $1.30 per direct deposit or cheque. * Some restrictions apply.
CONTACT: Jim Butler or Peter Taylor
(204) 779-0537
jim.butler@payworks.ca or peter.taylor@payworks.ca
Chambers of Commerce play a central role in the exporting process and help facilitate global trade. These services include stamping of Certificates of Origin for exporters. eCertify presents a solution to the current paperwork-intensive method by offering a streamlined
electronic process.
www.ecertify.com
BENEFITS: Chamber members will have access to this service via The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce Web site for registration and processing. Electronic processing removes the need for costly couriers and is more time-efficient as it allows members to send documents by e-mail.
PRICE: The value proposition to Chamber members is simple: manual means costly couriers whereas electronic means savings.
Member Price COO - $20 Non-Member Price COO $40
CONTACT: Carman Rossi
(703) 998-3544 or (917) 803-7666 (cell.)
carman.rossi@ecertify.com
Esso has the largest retail network across Canada with over 2,000 locations to serve you. We also have the largest carwash network in Canada and many of our locations feature On the Run convenience stores and Tim Hortons. Whether you have one company vehicle or 1,000, Esso Business and Fleet Cards can help you manage your expenses and reduce your fuel costs with our detailed reports, online account management and loyalty programs.
www.essofleetoffers.com/chamber
BENEFITS: Chamber members receive a three cent per litre discount off the retail posted pump price at Canadian Esso branded service stations.
PRICE: There is no cost associated with the program.
CONTACT: Kirk Melville
(204) 219-1718 or (204) 293-2918 (cell.)
kirk.melville@pioneer.ca