Edmundston Chamber of Commerce

Name

Edmundston Chamber of Commerce

Legal name

Chambre de commerce de la région d'Edmundston

Website

https://ccedmundston.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1907

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Business Association & Chamber of Commerce Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (813920)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialty Membership Clubs (Category-Focused) (CRAEADAI)

Keywords

• Business association services
• Chamber of commerce membership
• Regional business networking
• Group insurance programs
• Business advocacy events

Headquarters

HQ city

Edmundston

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees based on company size, ranging from $162 for 1-5 employees to $1,140 for 500+ employees. Additional categories exist for second businesses ($60), organizations, community members, and retirees (all at $102). These dues form the core operational funding for the chamber.
2. Event Revenue: Revenue generated from event tickets including the Gala de la PME, Golf Tournament ($750 per team), conferences, networking events (5@7), and business dinners.
3. Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships for events, particularly the Golf Tournament which has a sponsorship plan with various contribution levels.
4. Group Insurance Services: The chamber facilitates access to group health and dental insurance through the Chamber Commerce Insurance Collective (Le Collectif des Chambres), serving 32,000 Canadian businesses. CCE earns referral/affiliate benefits from this arrangement.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Edmundston Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit business association that sells tiered annual memberships to local and regional businesses, providing access to networking events, an online business directory, group insurance through Le Collectif des Chambres, advocacy representation, and signature events such as the Gala de la PME and Golf Tournament. It also operates two specialized employment programs (Agence Emploi Retraite for retirees 50+ and Emploi Habilité + for individuals with employment barriers) and acts as a regional hub for business development, bilingual (English/French) services, and government advocacy in Northwestern New Brunswick.

Product overview

The Edmundston Chamber of Commerce (CCE) operates as a unified organization offering membership-based services rather than a modular software product. The core offering is the CCE Membership, which provides access to business networking, group insurance benefits, and regional business representation. The chamber administers two specialized employment programs—Agence Emploi Retraite for connecting retirees with employers and Emploi Habilité + for individuals with employment barriers. Annual events include the Gala de la PME (business awards) and the CCE Golf Tournament. The organization also maintains a Business Directory (Répertoire) for member visibility and organizes regular networking events including conferences and training sessions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CCE Membership Tiered annual membership program for local and regional businesses, providing access to networking events, business directory listing, group insurance benefits, exclusive corporate discounts, advocacy representation, and visibility on CCE platforms. Membership tiers range from $162 (1-5 employees) to $1,140 (500+ employees) per year.
• Agence Emploi Retraite Employment matchmaking service connecting retirees aged 50+ seeking to re-enter the workforce with employers needing temporary or part-time staff in northwestern New Brunswick.
• Emploi Habilité + Specialized employment assistance service for individuals facing significant employment barriers, including learning disabilities, mental health issues, and physical, intellectual, visual, or auditory disabilities. Provides intervention coordination and employment autonomy support.
• Gala de la PME Annual business awards gala recognizing excellence, innovation, and commitment of regional businesses and entrepreneurs in Northwestern New Brunswick through multiple prize categories including Prix Samuel E. Burpee, Jeune entrepreneur, Bâtisseur Louis-Philippe Nadeau, Mérité Haut-Madawaska, Prestige communautaire, Longévité entrepreneuriale, Relève d'entreprise, and Essor entrepreneurial.
• CCE Golf Tournament Biennial golf tournament bringing together the regional business community for networking, competition, and community engagement. Team registration at $750 per team with corporate sponsorship levels available.
• Business Directory (Répertoire) Online directory listing member businesses organized by categories including professional services, communications, hospitality, food services, health, sports, retail, construction, manufacturing, government, associations, and automotive/recreational/machinery.
• Networking Events Recurring business networking activities including conferences, workshops, 5@7 events, training sessions, and business meals connecting members of the regional business community.
• Group Insurance Access (Le Collectif des Chambres) Collective group insurance benefits offered to CCE members through Le Collectif des Chambres (Chamber Commerce Insurance Collective), including health and dental coverage for teams of 1 to 50+ employees. CCE facilitates member access; services delivered through regional representatives including Services Financiers Alain Lévesque and Beaupré Assurances.

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Agence du Promotion Économique du Canada Atlantique (ACOA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerACOA is a key federal economic development agency partner providing funding programs and economic development support for Atlantic Canadian businesses, referenced as a resource for CCE member businesses seeking financing and business development support.
• Corporations au Bénéfice du Développement Communautaire (CBDC) MadawaskacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCBDC provides financing and business development services to local businesses. They co-present the 'Jeune entrepreneur' award at the Gala de la PME and are listed as both a funding resource and regional partner.
• Chambre de commerce du Haut-MadawaskacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional chamber partner that co-presents the 'Mérite Haut-Madawaska' award at the Gala de la PME. The two chambers collaborate on regional business development initiatives.
• Chambre de commerce de la ValléeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional chamber of commerce partner listed in the CCE resources and links section for regional business networking.
• Chambre de commerce du TémiscouataminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCross-border chamber partner in Quebec, listed as a regional partner for businesses operating across the New Brunswick-Quebec border region.
• Chambre de commerce de l'AtlantiquecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAtlantic Canada-wide chamber federation providing access to a broader network of Atlantic Canadian businesses and regional advocacy.
• Chambre de commerce du CanadacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNational chamber federation offering national business advocacy, policy representation, and access to the Canadian business network.
• RÉSEAU ÉCHANGE FEMMES EN AFFAIRES DU MADAWASKA (RÉFAM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWomen's business network in Madawaska that promotes women's entrepreneurship. CCE board member Dominique Babineau serves as President of RÉFAM, demonstrating deep organizational integration.
• Opportunités NBcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvincial business development organization offering immigration, investment, and business support programs. Listed as a key resource partner for CCE member businesses.
• ÉdupôlecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional education and employment center providing training, employment services, and workforce development. CCE collaborates with Édupôle on the Accès Emploi program and hosts programs at their facility.
• Centre de Ressources pour Nouveaux Arrivants au Nord-Ouest (CRNANO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNewcomer resource center serving Northwestern New Brunswick, supporting immigration integration. Listed as both a resource and immigration partner for CCE member businesses.
• Ville d'EdmundstoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe municipal government of Edmundston, a key partner in regional economic development. The city co-hosts events and provides support for chamber activities at venues like Palais des Congrès.
• Frontière FMcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal radio station (92.7 FM) partnering with CCE for the 'En affaires chez-nous' program that features local entrepreneurs and discusses regional economic issues. Broadcast live on the 1st and last Thursday of each month.
• Collège Communautaire du NB (CCNB) Campus EdmundstoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity college providing workforce training and education. Listed as an educational partner and resource for CCE member businesses seeking training solutions.
• Université de Moncton Campus d'Edmundston (UMCE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional university campus and a key partner for the 80th anniversary celebrations and other events. The student association (AECCE) is also a member of CCE.
• Le Collectif des Chambres (Chamber Commerce Insurance Collective)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerNational group insurance program serving 32,000 Canadian businesses, providing health and dental coverage to chamber members. Services 1 to 50+ employee teams with group benefits. CCE facilitates access to this collective purchasing power for its members.
• Services Financiers Alain LevesqueminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional representative for the Chamber Commerce Insurance Collective (Le Collectif des Chambres), providing group insurance products to CCE members in the Edmundston area.
• Beaupré AssurancesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInsurance broker offering auto and home insurance discounts to CCE members. CCE board member Nadine Raill is the owner of Beaupré Assurances Inc.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Canadian Chamber of Commerce: National federation of Canadian chambers of commerce, of which CCE is a local member. Comparable because it operates the same member-based business advocacy model, just at the national scale, and serves overlapping SMB customers.
• Atlantic Chamber of Commerce: Regional chamber federation covering Atlantic Canada. Directly comparable to CCE as a member-based regional business association serving the same SMB customer base across New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, PEI, and Newfoundland.
• Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec (FCCQ): Quebec federation of chambers of commerce (cross-border partner via CCE's Témiscouata link). Comparable as a chamber federation offering the same member representation, advocacy, and group benefits model at a larger scale.

Direct peers

• Moncton Chamber of Commerce: Greater Moncton Chamber of Commerce, another NB-based chamber with the same membership-dues and event-revenue model. Direct peer because it serves overlapping regional SMB customers and competes for member mind-share within New Brunswick.
• Saint John Region Chamber of Commerce: Another New Brunswick local chamber of commerce operating with the same member-services model, advocacy mandate, and event programming. Direct peer because it competes for CCE-type SMB membership relationships within the same province.
• Halifax Chamber of Commerce: Atlantic Canada's largest urban chamber, operating a similar member-based business association model with events, advocacy, and group benefits. Comparable because it serves the same type of SMB customers and offers the same member-service framework.
• Fredericton Chamber of Commerce: Provincial capital chamber of commerce in New Brunswick. Direct peer with an identical SMB membership, advocacy, and event-based business model, competing for similar corporate members and sponsorship dollars in the same province.

Regional players

• CBDC Madawaska: Community Business Development Corporation serving Madawaska. CCE explicitly partners with CBDC Madawaska on the Jeune entrepreneur award and refers member businesses for financing. Regional peer because it operates in the same geographic territory with overlapping business support services.

Others

• BDC (Business Development Bank of Canada): Federal development bank listed as a core financing resource for CCE members. Adjacent because it addresses overlapping SMB needs (financing and advisory) and is officially integrated into CCE's member-referral network, but is not a competing membership organization.
• ACOA (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency): Federal economic development agency for Atlantic Canada and a core CCE partner. Comparable only loosely as a regional economic development actor that touches CCE's member base via funding programs, but is not a competing membership organization.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xfacebook.com/ChambredecommerceEdmundston
• Facebookfacebook.com/ChambredecommerceEdmundston
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/3533199/admin/dashboard
• Instagraminstagram.com/ccedmundston

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Number of profiles

Profiles20 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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