As consumers ,we have the power to shape our community and make a difference. Every time we open our wallets to a business, we are saying, “I like what you do. Keep doing it!” When we shop local — buy local, we are saying yes to a strong vibrant local economy.
Shopping locally improves our community’s well-being, protects local character and prosperity. It also reduces environmental impact and encourages competition.
Local business ownership means decisions are being made by those who are local and care about the community.
Local businesses understand the importance of excellent customer service. When you make an effort to shop and buy locally, you may be surprised by what is available.
Imagine following a dollar around the community, the dollar from your paycheck — you make a purchase at a local gift shop, the owner of the gift shop buys lunch at a local restaurant, that restaurant buys produce from a local farmer, who pays membership dues to the chamber, which pays salary to staff members, who make a purchase at a local store, who pays salary to their staff, which makes a purchase at another store, which orders printing from a local store, who pays a local accountant, who makes a donation to a local not for profit, who banks at a local bank, who remodels a branch with a local contractor, who buys materials from a local supplier, who sends his daughter to a local dance theatre, that rents space from a local property owner, who buys a car from a local dealer. You get the picture.
Canby has a total average annual household income of approximately $324,464,466.
If we can maximize the dollars spent locally, whether at independent or national chain stores, it would have a significant impact on business.
And those dollars translate to roads, services, parks etc. The Canby Area Chamber of Commerce and the Canby Herald would like to increase awareness of shopping locally; what is available to purchase (goods and services), who your fellow merchants and service providers are and how our local purchases positively affect our community.
It is simple — businesses win, consumers win, everyone grows in their understanding of strengthening the local community.
The Canby Herald will be running ads informing you why it important for you to “Shop Local - Buy Local.” Canby Area Chamber of Commerce encourages a stronger local economy.
Coming soon in your Canby Herald will be the new Canby Area Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory Community Profile; we encourage you to use this directory when looking for a service or need. If you do not receive a directory please visit the Chamber office and pick one up.
Please take time to support our local businesses.
