About Us
Overview
Founded in 1977, the Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce (ICCC) is a non-profit, non-partisan organization. Our programs and policies foster individual initiative, and the ability of members to make a significant contribution to the economic, cultural and social fabric of Canada.
Mission
The ICCC’s mission is to be the premier, privately funded, Indo-Canadian business organization in Canada by:
- Promoting the business, professional, and general well-being of Indo-Canadians.
- Creating positive awareness of the high degree of contribution of the Indo-Canadian business and professional community.
- Facilitating business and trade opportunities between Canada and India, and the Indian diaspora throughout the world.
Objectives
- Provide members with a forum for networking, sharing ideas, information and experiences in order to promote mutual business success.
- Create learning opportunities through seminars, workshops and conferences.
- Foster international commerce between Canada, the Indian sub-continent and other countries around the world by creating relationships and links with global business organizations.
- Publicly recognize the achievements of business and community leaders at our Annual Awards and Gala Night.
Programs & Events
- Business and professional seminars with prominent speakers in the areas of finance, investments, international business and trade, information technology, and public policy.
- Hosting Indian trade delegations and senior political and business leaders.
- Seasonal social gatherings such as the Winter Gala (Holiday Dinner and Dance).
- An Annual Awards and Gala Night that publicly recognizes achievements in the community.
- An annual General Meeting where the year is reviewed, and the Board of Directors is elected.
Organizational Structure
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ICCC is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of 15 Directors.
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Nine Directors are elected at the Annual General Meeting, and six Directors are nominated by the Board from various nominations received.
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An Executive Committee is elected within the Board, consisting of the President and four Vice Presidents.
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The ICCC Board of Directors is also aided by an Advisory Board, consisting of 11 seasoned business and professional leaders from within the community.
