Welcome to the St. Thomas & District Chamber of Commerce

THE VOICE OF BUSINESS SINCE 1869

The St. Thomas & District Chamber of Commerce is a dynamic, voluntary not-for-profit organization committed to strengthening business, fostering economic growth, and supporting job creation throughout St. Thomas and Elgin County. As part of the global Chamber of Commerce and Boards of Trade network, the Chamber connects its vibrant local membership to opportunities and influence that extend far beyond our region. Proudly representing more than 635 member businesses, the Chamber is a trusted leader in information, advocacy, and communication, maintaining a robust and valuable resource hub for partners like Chambers Plan, dedicated to our community and its business success.

Through its respected affiliations with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, members benefit from powerful advocacy and forward-thinking initiatives at both the provincial and national levels. Together, these partnerships champion the public policy priorities that are critical to businesses locally and across the country, ensuring our community’s voice is heard and represented.

Chamber Board of Directors 2026

Back Row L-R: Jennifer Babcock (City of St. Thomas), Lindsey Massecar (Chamber Events & Experience Manager),Tonya Sheldon (St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital), Joel Van Bynen (Fanshawe College St. Thomas-Elgin Campus), Michel Alvarez (Royal Containers), Sean Dyke (St. Thomas Economic Development Corporation), Grayden Laing (Establish Media), Crystal Kaustinen (Acera Insurance)

Front Row L-R: Sue Suess (Chamber Bookkeeper), Paul Jenkins (Chamber CEO), Maria Fiallos (Aroma Nica/Streamliners), Fran Dunseith (Caps Off Brewing Co.), Jacob Baribeau (Baribeau Construction/Elgin Innovation Centre), Suzie Dennis (Doug Tarry Ltd.), Christy Hunking (Chamber Chief Membership Officer), and  Carolyn Krahn (County of Elgin)

Absent:  Chris Patriquin (Simply Pure Water), Chichi Kejeh (St. Thomas-Elgin Local Immigration Partnership), and Harsh Singh (Wing Boyz) 

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