As a business organization, the Nova Scotia Chamber of Commerce is an umbrella for the 32 local chambers within the province.

Our members, the local chambers, are of varying size and scope of operation. From the very small, less than 50 members to the very large, more than 500 members. Business owners are affected by many decisions made every day. Consumers decide when and how to shop. Services providers decide when and how to price their services from advertising to cash register tape supplies. Government policy makers at all three levels make decisions on policy issues that can either help or hurt the economy and therefore business.

Our goal for 2012 is to be an advocate for the business community and to help frame the discussion around issues that are of concern of business. We will also endeavor to stage learning sessions on a regular basis that will help local chambers operate better and help in building and retaining membership.

It is our hope that the NS Chamber will be known as an organization that will speak on business issues and enhance the value of the business operator in their community. Nova Scotia. Chris Atwood, President, NSCoC