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Build Your Business with a BIA Sponsored Chamber Membership!

Thanks to the support of your local BIA, selected businesses and entrepreneurs are being welcomed into the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce with a fully sponsored 1st year membership..

This is your opportunity to connect, learn, and grow alongside Waterloo Region’s business community — at no cost to you for the first year.

Who’s Eligible?

Open to current program participants in:

Uptown BIA (Waterloo)
Downtown Kitchener BIA

What You’ll Gain

✅ Complimentary Chamber Membership – Normally paid by business owners. Fully sponsored by your BIA for you!
✅ Directory listing– Online and print! Over 600K online searches annually and 8000 printed copies
✅ 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!

How to Join

Watch our 2-minute intro to learn more about the Chamber Watch Now ›
Apply below with the promo code provided by your BIA
Follow the Chamber on social: LinkedIn • Facebook • Instagram • X
Attend events like Online Peer2Peer, Business After 5, Speed Networking, and Chamber Young Professionals to learn, network, and grow. Please complete surveys after attending.

Our BIA is 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 (Many Online)
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 BIA and yourself with professionalism

Need Help?

Drop us a line: memberships@greaterkwchamber.com