The Delta Chamber of Commerce is a federally-registered, non-profit corporation of businesses and community organizations. It was originally established as the Delta Board of Trade on March 26, 1910 and, in 1961, changed its name to the Delta Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber is governed by the Board of Trade Act administered by Industry Canada. It serves as the only Chamber of Commerce in the Municipality of Delta, British Columbia, Canada to create and maintain a prosperous environment for business, industry and commerce in our community, province and country. Our Vision Strengthening commerce and industry because Delta matters. Our Mission To promote growth and prosperity; provide networking opportunities for Chamber members to generate mutual benefits; and advocate for the interests of the Delta business community with all levels of government. Our Role Acting on behalf of the members to influence economic, social and government challenges and issues in support of economic prosperity and the sustainability of all Delta communities. Policy, Purpose and Positions -Promote, support and strengthen the free enterprise system and democratic principles. -Provide member driven services and to develop programs aimed at creating community awareness and provincial and federal economic development. -Monitor legislation at the municipal government levels and prepare timely responses to legislation proposals, and provide recommendations. -Take a leadership role on behalf of members and the business community by initiating, coordinating and/or developing programs and policies to present to appropriate levels of government.