About Us
We’re here to support the people, businesses and organizations that make Pender Island work.
Local Strength. Shared Success.
At the Pender Island Chamber of Commerce, we believe a strong local economy starts with strong local connections. Our role is to support, promote and advocate for the businesses, services and organizations that shape island life.
As a member-based organization, everything we do is grounded in supporting our members. Our members reflect the diversity and resilience of this community, from trades and tourism to retail, agriculture, professional services and more. When they succeed, our whole island benefits.
That’s why we focus on building relationships, strengthening local capacity, and creating opportunities for businesses to grow and adapt.
Our work is grounded in our mandate:
Local strength. Shared success. It’s more than a tagline. It’s how we work, every day.
Our Mission
Through advocacy, collaboration and practical support, we serve our members by helping create the conditions for local businesses and services to succeed.
Our Vision
We aim to be a trusted voice and connector, supporting a resilient, adaptable and thriving island economy.
Our Values
Our work is guided by a shared commitment to:
Our Core Services
Our work is focused on what matters most to our members: strong operations, meaningful member value, and effective relationships.
Through advocacy, member services, networking and education, and our Visitor Centre, we support both our membership and the broader island community.
Our Strategic Priorities
Guided by our strategic priorities—excelling as an organization, enhancing member value, and engaging in strong partnerships—we’re building a Chamber that is sustainable, relevant and responsive.