Updates from your Board of Directors

The Chamber Board of Directors met for a fun get together May 31st.

Pictured L-R Back Row: Johanna, Director; Patti, Member; Trevor, Membership; Chantal, Events; Jennifer, Treasurer; Robyn E. President

Pictured L-R Front Row: Robyn F., Member; Cheri, Administration; Yves, Member; Bob, Member

Lots to be thankful for and a lot of hard work being done, including:

• Support and promotion of the Merrickville Stands with Ukraine Initiative that raised over $50K
• Significant presence in the 2022 Destination Magazine
• Sponsorship of Markets and Events throughout the summer
• Increase in Merrickville Jewel of the Rideau Facebook engagements
• Submission of a Provincial Grant application for solar powered Victorian Lamp posts to enhance the beautification of the Village
• Production of the 2022 Business Directory and Map – at the Parkette and Depot
• Resumption of Chamber Networking events
• Activities of the Streetscaping Working Group, including production of Merrickville 'Swag' and seasonal decorating in the Village
• Submission of Feedback to the United Counties Economic Development Regional Tourism Strategy

We are working hard to foster a collaborative environment in support of our business community through effective partnerships, marketing and promotion activities and through advocacy. We encourage your feedback!