History
The Milton Chamber of Commerce was initiated as the Milton Board of Trade 120 years ago on October 2, 1888. Early meetings of the Board of Trade were held in Chisholm's Hall (in the region of 144 Main St.) on the first Friday evening of each month.
The Board of Trade changed its name to the Milton Chamber of Commerce in 1952 and in 1965 received its provincial charter. Trade fairs, the Santa Claus parade, paint-up, clean-up, beautify campaigns and others were some of the early activities of the Chamber of Commerce and its committees.
In 1975, the Chamber opened the Information Centre in the old CN station which was to be moved to Triangle Park (now Chris Hadfield Park) from Bronte Street. In 1998, the Chamber relocated to the old Town Hall on Main Street, where it exists today.
During the past 120 years, our mission has been “to provide leadership in promoting the well being of the business community in Milton” and to be recognized as the voice of business. The Chamber's role has evolved through the years, and continues to be a progressive organization focusing on business growth and prosperity.