The Pas OCN Chamber of Commerce

Our Programs & Events​

The Chamber of Commerce Chamber Plan

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Address: 559 St. Mary’s Road, Winnipeg, MB R2M 3L6
Office: 204-219-7456
Cellular: 204-955-0162
Email: andrew.johnson@iAInvestia.ca

boardroom of happy people at a meeting

Building Enhancement Fund - Storefront Improvement Program

Coming Soon!

In partnership with The Pas Community Development Corporation, we’re excited to launch a new fund to help businesses in The Pas, OCN, and the RM of Kelsey enhance their storefronts. This initiative aims to boost curb appeal and make our region even more welcoming to visitors and attractive to potential investors.

More details to come soon!

View of the sidewalk along Fischer Avenue with summer flowers, green trees, clean sidewalks and storefronts. Logo for The Pas CDC and Chamber.

Annual Scholarships

Online Applications are now Closed!

We are committed to supporting the educational goals of students within our tri-community. Our scholarship program is open to students pursuing any field of study, recognizing the diverse interests and aspirations of our future leaders.

Each year, the Chamber will award up to three $1,000 scholarships.

2025 Scholarship Recipients

Emily Heape, who plans to attend UCN to fulfill her dream of becoming a teacher.

Alice Vu, who plans to attend UCN in the area of business.

Deadline to apply is May 16th at 9:00 AM. Recipients will be informed no later than June 15th.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Be a resident of The Pas, Opaskwayak or the RM of Kelsey.
  • Preference may be given to those who are or have a family member who is a current Chamber Member.
  • Be attending your 1st year of post secondary education at a University, College, Trade or Technical School.
  • Completion of the online application form.
2025 Scholarship Recipients, Emily Heape & Alice Vu

Lunch & Learn Sessions

To resume in the fall

We are looking to partner with other lunch & learn series throughout the community. If you are interested in partnering, please reach out to us.

"Lunch & Learn - Monthly lunches with engaging guest speakers". Business people talking at a table while eating a nice lunch

AGM & Awards Ceremony November, 2025

2025 details coming in the fall.

This annual event is designed for our Chamber Members and other community members to celebrate the accomplishments of the previous year and look forward to the next.

We currently give out two important awards: The Citizen of the Year and the Business of the Year. The 2025 nominations will open in spring.

Citizen of the Year – Lorraine Ballantyne Packo

Business of the Year – The Lion’s Dish

2024 awards ceremony with recipients Lorraine Ballentyne Packo (Citizen of the year), Lion's Dish owner's Tamara and Shawn Routledge (Business of the year) and Chamber President Dan Quesnel.

Annual Trade Show & Sale
May 7-9th, 2026

Roy H. Johnston Arena
523 Smith Avenue, The Pas, MB

This event serves as a platform for businesses to network, showcase products, and engage with the community. It promotes economic development, offers educational opportunities, and fosters connections between businesses and customers.

Early Bird Deadline: March 31st!
Registration Deadline: April 30th.

Trade Show Hours:
Thursday, May 7th – 5pm to 8pm
Friday, May 8th – Noon to 8pm
Saturday, May 9th – 10am to 4pm

Community Futures Cedar Lake is inspiring young entrepreneurs aged 6-15 with hands-on experience in starting and running their own businesses. We aim to grow future business leaders and spark interest in entrepreneurship as a career!

Hours: TBD

About Us

Mission Statement

To educate and develop the economic, civic, cultural, and social welfare of the citizens of The Town of The Pas, Opaskwayak Cree Nation, and the Rural Municipality of Kelsey.

Join The Team

If you are interested in joining our Board, there are many roles that could suit you. For more information, contact Sandra at 431-355-0645 (call/text), contact@thepasocnchamber.ca or download the application below.

Location

Located within The Town of The Pas Municipal building at 81 Edwards Avenue, The Pas.

Treaty 5

We acknowledge, respect and have the honour of working on lands in Treaty 5 Territory, a treaty that was first negotiated and entered into in 1875. Treaty 5 Territory is the traditional and ancestral lands for many Indigenous peoples, including the Cree and Métis. In a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration, we all work as one.

Our Partners & Area Resources