Leanna Kemp is Executive Director of the Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce
CHILLIWACK – The Chamber of Commerce Executives of Canada (CCEC) has announced The Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce as one of Canada’s Top 10 fastest growing Chambers. In CCEC’s new research report, Membership Trends Across the Chamber Network, Chilliwack is ranked #4 in Canada among Chambers with more than 500 members.
100 Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade from across Canada completed the survey, which revealed that 69% of Chambers experienced membership growth in 2024, an increase from 60.8% in 2023. Further, the national membership retention rate increased to 92.1%, up from 88.8% in 2023.
“I am excited to announce CCEC’s first annual ranking of Canada’s fastest growing Chambers of Commerce. Congratulations to these leading Chambers and their dedicated staff whose persistence and passion are uniting business communities across Canada,” said Becky Davison, President of CCEC. “It’s inspiring to see such strong membership retention and widespread membership growth across the Chamber Network. We look forward to building on this momentum throughout 2025 as we continue providing professional development and networking opportunities for Chambers”.
“As one of Canada’s fastest-growing Chambers, we take immense pride in serving the Chilliwack business community in meaningful and impactful ways. Our success comes from listening to our members, understanding their needs, and delivering programs and events that are relevant, innovative, and driven by them. We are committed to fostering a thriving business environment where collaboration, advocacy, and growth go hand in hand,” stated Leanna Kemp, Chief Executive Officer.
Canada’s top 10 fastest growing Chambers with more than 500 members are:
1. Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce, Ontario 18.0%
2. Steinbach Chamber of Commerce, Manitoba 16.0%
3. Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce, British Columbia 12.2%
4. Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce, British Columbia 8.6%
5. Southeast Alberta Chamber of Commerce, Alberta 8.3%
6. Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce, Alberta 6.8%
7. Brampton Board of Trade, Ontario 5.0%
8. Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce, Saskatchewan 4.8%
9. Guelph Chamber of Commerce, Ontario 4.1%
10. Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce, British Columbia 4.0%
The Chamber of Commerce Executives of Canada (CCEC) is the national professional development association for Chamber professionals. CCEC leads the Chamber Federation – a network of 318 Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade working together to enhance and celebrate the Chamber profession. CCEC provides training, conducts research, curates information and resources, facilitates networking and idea sharing, and celebrates the outstanding contributions of Chamber staff across Canada.
Leanna Kemp, is the Chief Executive Officer of the Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce
