LMVBA - Member Benefits

• Increased access to information. Active participation by at least a majority of the business interests in our large trading area will inevitably result in the sharing of information that is of common interest.
• Credibility. A perception among consumers that member businesses are trustworthy and reputable.
• Solidarity. The association will have “a voice in business”, a greater opportunity to influence local or municipal government.
• Open discussion: Opportunity to voice your opinions and concerns - a forum where business owners can interact to voice their concerns, make note of trends, and share promotional ideas. Members benefit from the experience of other members. Social interaction with business oriented members of the community, all of whom have the basic common goal; to succeed in their business venture.
• Opportunity to participate in promotions and affordable co-operative advertising: Formation of a network that may lead to reduced advertising costs and/or inclusion in a web page that will be accessible by an increasingly internet oriented population.
• Gain understanding of and empathy for other businesses in the district.
• Have input into decisions that are made that affect the business climate in our community
• Opportunity to seek support of other business people who are in the same position in terms of challenges facing small business in rural Saskatchewan – sharing concerns and ideas helps foster a sense of community, concern and tolerance.
• Development: Opportunity to support economic development and growth - members will have the opportunity to assist and support new business development in our area.

The cost of membership in the Last Mountain Valley Business Association is one investment that will actually pay.

• Reduced rate advertising in 4,000 copies of the business directory.
• Take advantage of the LMVBA Coupon Book Promotion. The books are delivered to nearly 4,000 homes every other year. Your customers will receive the LMVBA Business Directory one year, the Coupon Book the next. Make sure your business is included! The coupon book has a much better response and retention rate than doing a mail drop on your own so you get excellent value for your advertising dollars.
• Inclusion of your business name in all LMVBA print advertising.
• LMVBA website with member roster and contact information, linked to your webpage.
• Your own page on the LMVBA website at subsidized rates.
• Representation at community functions, trade shows, REDA, Tourism Saskatchewan and other events in our business district.
• Education opportunities for you and your staff.
• Recognition for community support and participation with events like the LMVBA Christmas Promotion, Show & Shine Car Show & William Derby High School Student Scholarship.
• Christmas advertising and sponsored events such as the Christmas basket draw and the Nativity Play.
  
  And much more.