Wabanaki Cultural Center, 39 Union Street, Calais, Maine 04619
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Our History
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Our amazing team of volunteers are committed to enhance the community. Selected activists from businesses small and large work together to activate plans and serve the St. Croix Valley region and Calais area. The board organizes events and seminars such as "Business After Hours" socials and morning development seminars "Eggs n Issues" for
Our amazing team of volunteers are committed to enhance the community. Selected activists from businesses small and large work together to activate plans and serve the St. Croix Valley region and Calais area. The board organizes events and seminars such as "Business After Hours" socials and morning development seminars "Eggs n Issues" for community and business owners. Collaborating with economic development groups throughout Maine, and other nonprofits to plan events, revitalize the community and share information. Think you would be a good fit? Get in touch for more information!
Our History
Our History
Our History
The first chamber of commerce was founded in 1599 in Marseille, France as the "Chambre de Commerce". Calais, Maine was incorporated as a city on August 24, 1850. The St Croix River is noted for its tidal surges, which can vary by 28 feet. Settlers were attracted to the area in 1779 by the abundance of natural resources. The community
The first chamber of commerce was founded in 1599 in Marseille, France as the "Chambre de Commerce". Calais, Maine was incorporated as a city on August 24, 1850. The St Croix River is noted for its tidal surges, which can vary by 28 feet. Settlers were attracted to the area in 1779 by the abundance of natural resources. The community developed as a lumbering center after 1801 shipbuilding was the most important industry. The manufacture of wood products remains the economic mainstay; blueberries are harvested locally.
Our Mission
Our History
Our Mission
The Chamber encourages a positive business climate by working with investors, attracting visitors, and creating a strong community. We operate as a networking support system, presenting opportunities for collaboration and seeking opportunities. Working with local organizations keeps us aligned and prepared for economic growth. Monitorin
The Chamber encourages a positive business climate by working with investors, attracting visitors, and creating a strong community. We operate as a networking support system, presenting opportunities for collaboration and seeking opportunities. Working with local organizations keeps us aligned and prepared for economic growth. Monitoring grants and initiatives helps us all gain access to local resources. Together we are stronger; our ties to international trade, mixed with our close relationships to each other is what reinforces our community. Being part of the chamber not only helps the chamber, but helps visitors and resources find you, the merchant.