Member Benefits
OUR Community Dollar Business Members receive preferred payment processing rates from our partner, Armour Payments! Click the button below to learn more.
Take advantage of exclusive preferred member pricing for credit and debit transactions, and payment terminals. We understand that different businesses have payment acceptance needs, that’s why we offer a wide range of payment processing solutions such as e-commerce, integration, point-of-sale systems, payment terminals, online ordering, unattended donation kiosks, gift, and loyalty card programs and much more. We strive to keep up with the latest payment processing trends and technologies to ensure that our clients have access to the most advanced and secure payment processing solutions available. These solutions are designed to make the payment process seamless and improve the customer experience. Whether you require a basic or advanced solution, we can assist you in finding the perfect fit for your business so you can focus on what you do best – running your business.
As an active member of the OUR Community Dollar™ (OC$) Program you can expect…
Access to local businesses that support local shopping
Access to Networking through Community events
- This facilitates interaction with others who understand that relationship connections strengthen the community.
Access to viewing the OC$ Business Directory
- Whether you are an OC$ Community Shopper member looking for places that accept OC$ currency or an active OC$ business looking to attract fresh business, the OC$ Business directory and the ever-growing list of participating businesses connect sellers and buyers.
Exposure for your business goods and services
- Whether you are a home-based or retail/service business, your listing on the OC$ Business Directory will assist you in attracting new clients who may even become lifetime clientele.
Access to business-to-business interactions
- Many business models rely on business-to-business commerce.
Opportunities to strengthen the local economy
- Increased business transactions lead to increased employment levels and generates opportunities for expanded business operations.
Access to the OC$ Give and Get Marketplace
- This platform allows all levels of membership to post individual items for sale. It allows postings of garage sales or pop ups that accept OC$ currency. It supports people looking for personal support or services.
Access to education
- Seminars and webinars will be developed that will help members in various aspects of business as well as helping them understand the benefits of supporting local businesses.
Benefits (Yearly) | OC$ Shopper Member | OC$ Home-Based Member | OC$ Merchant Member |
|---|---|---|---|
Yearly Fee (+HST) | $30/year | $99/year | $199/year |
Access to Armour Payments POS Benefits | N/A | ||
OC$ Business Directory Ad | N/A | ||
Number of Directory Search Categories | N/A | 2 | 3 |
Number of Directory Listing Images | N/A | Business Card + 2 | Business Card + 5 |
Number of Directory Listing Links | N/A | 2 | 5 |
Facebook Group Welcome | N/A | ||
Email Updates | |||
‘Support Local’ Bumper Sticker | |||
Wall Display Signage | N/A | ||
Window Decals | N/A | ||
Table Displays | N/A | As Needed | As Needed |
OC$ Facebook Group | Encouraged | Encouraged | Encouraged |
OC$ Give & Get Marketplace Usage | |||
Complementary Currency | 90 OC$ | 200 OC$ | 600 OC$ |