better buy sooke

Sooke Chamber members represent local businesses with the highest standards in excellence and dedication to quality, service and best practices. For these and the following reasons, choose to shop with businesses sporting this insignia and shop local first!

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Shopping local creates jobs. Shops in our town create local employment and self-employment. These people in turn spend in the local economy.

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Local independent shops invest more in our communities. Local businesses are proportionally more generous in their support of local charities, schools, and community events. So supporting local shops means a financial contribution to your community.

Local shops sell great products at affordable prices. Some people get out of the habit of shopping locally and are then surprised by the range of products available.

Shopping locally saves you time and money. You travel less, saving on time and fuel.

Shopping locally retains our communities. People don’t like losing shops and services in small towns but don’t equate this with how they spend their money.

Shopping locally retains our distinctiveness. Independent shops create distinctive shopping experiences and stock different products. Local businesses respond more quickly to the needs of local customers, stocking products to meet changing population needs.

Shopping locally saves the environment. Local shops often stock a high percentage of locally sourced goods that do not require long-distance transportation, helping to reduce our global footprint.

Local shops are for everyone. Most people can get to their local shops easily. This is especially important for the elderly, young people and others who rely on public transportation.

Local shops value you more. Evidence from numerous surveys show people receive better customer care and service locally. These businesses survive by their reputation and repeat business, which means you get a higher standard of service.

Shopping local saves services. Private and public sector services cluster around shops. As shops disappear so do hairdressers, banks, restaurants and other businesses.

 

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Membership

Becoming a Sooke Region Chamber member is easy.  Just click the Join Today button, it’s that easy…

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Frequently Asked

How much does membership cost?

Membership varies by the size of your organization.  A small 1 person business annual membership is $165 or less than $15/month.

Why should I join the Chamber?

There are many benefits to join the Sooke Region Chamber of Commerce.  One of the biggest benefits is instant business credibility.  A new venture has many challenges, let’s put this one to rest right now.