Future Leaders Program

Launch Your Career with a Sponsored Chamber Membership!

If you’re building your future in entrepreneurship, this is your moment.

The Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce is giving students from local incubators a fully-sponsored membership — no strings, no cost, just opportunity.

Who’s Eligible?

Open to current program participants in:

Conestoga College – Entrepreneurship Collective & Gig Lab
Wilfrid Laurier University – StartUp Lab
University of Waterloo – Velocity Accelerator

What You’ll Gain

✅ Complimentary Chamber Membership – Normally paid by business owners. Fully sponsored by the Chamber for you!
✅ Discounted Rates at Events – Enjoy member-only pricing on 70+ annual events including Business After 5, Chamber Young Professionals, Speed Networking, and more.
✅ Early Access & Weekly Updates – Keep your thumb on the pulse of all things business in Waterloo Region. Get opportunities, event invites, and Chamber news all delivered straight to your inbox!
✅ Connect with Waterloo Region’s Business Community – Meet with like minded business professionals who are in all stages of their journey. Who knows, you could find your next client, supplier, team member or mentor at one of our events!

Note: Student members won’t appear in the public business directory—we’re focused on developing your future network rather than listing your business.

How to Join

Watch our 2-minute intro to learn more and get your exclusive discount code—Watch Now ›
Apply below with the promo code from the video
Follow the Chamber on social: LinkedIn • Facebook • Instagram • X
Attend events like Business After 5, Speed Networking, and Chamber Young Professionals to learn, network, and grow. Please complete surveys after attending.

We’re investing in your future — and we’re excited to watch you grow.

how TO make the most of it:

Show Up – Attend at least 2 events during your membership
Engage – Be curious, ask questions, and connect with people
Share Your Experience – Whether it’s a LinkedIn post or a mention to your peers, help us spread the word
Be a Good Ambassador – Represent your incubator, your school, and yourself with professionalism

Need Help?

Drop us a line: memberships@greaterkwchamber.com