CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EXECUTIVES OF SASKATCHEWAN
About CCES:
Chamber of Commerce Executives of Saskatchewan ("CCES") is a Chapter of CCEC.
All members of CCEC based in Saskatchewan will automatically receive a complimentary membership with CCES.
Saskatchewan@CCEC.biz
CCES Rep on the CCEC Board of Directors:
Monica Osborn, Weyburn Chamber of Commerce
Chapter Committee:
Chair: Monica Osborn, Weyburn Chamber of Commerce
Vice Chair: Angela Steiert, Prairie Sky Chamber of Commerce
Past Chair: Teri-Lynn Mackie, Lloydminster Chamber of Commerce
Linda Machniak, Battlefords & District Chamber of Commerce
Juanita Polegi, Yorkton Chamber of Commerce
Corla Rokochy, Swift Current & District Chamber of Commerce
Vircia Natlazo-Vythilingum, Humboldt & District Chamber of Commerce
Saskatchewan Chamber Executive of the Year:
Awarded to the chief staff person of a Chamber of Commerce / Board of Trade for outstanding performance, commitment to the Chamber Network, and community leadership.
This award recognizes exceptional Chamber leaders from across Saskatchewan with proven excellence in:
- Chamber management and operations;
- Membership retention, engagement and growth;
- Delivering innovative programs and services;
- Community leadership; and
- Contributing to the Chamber Network
Eligibility:
- Must be the chief staff person of a Chamber of Commerce / Board of Trade in Saskatchewan.
- Must have achieved 3 years of consecutive employment by March 3, 2026.
- Must be a member of CCES and the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce.
- Award nominations must be submitted by a peer. Self nominations are not accepted.
- The current President of CCES is not eligible.
Chamber executives who are the sole employee are eligible and encouraged to apply!
Important Dates:
Nominations open: February 3, 2026
Nominations close: March 3, 2026
CCES Chair notifies nominees: March 4 - 6, 2026
Award packages are due: March 27, 2026
Online voting: April 7 - May 1, 2026
For detailed information about the Saskatchewan Chamber Executive of the Year award, view our information package.
CCES Professional Development Summit:
Stay tuned for information on the 2026 event!
Summit Bursary Program
CCES and Chambers Plan each provide financial assistance for Saskatchewan Chamber professionals to attend the provincial professional development Summit. In 2025, 17 $500 bursaries were provided.
Bursary Eligibility:
- Applicants must be employed with a Chamber of Commerce or Board of Trade in Saskatchewan.
- Applicants must be members of CCES and CCEC. Membership is available free of charge.
- There is a limit of one bursary awarded per Chamber. Chambers that have not received a bursary to attend CCEC in the last 3 years will receive stronger consideration.
- Applicants must have approval to attend the event from their Board of Directors. A letter of support from the Board Chair, or other Board representative must accompany the application.
Eligible Expenses:
The bursaries may be awarded up to a maximum amount of $500 to cover conference registration fees, hotel accommodations and travel expenses. Eligible travel expenses may include flights, parking, meals and fuel. We will not pay mileage, but will accept fuel receipts as an eligible travel expense.
Bursary Application Timeline:
Stay tuned for more information on the 2026 bursary program.
Bursary Program To Attend CCEC's National Conference:
CCES and Chambers Plan each provide financial assistance for Saskatchewan Chamber professionals to attend the CCEC national conference. In 2025, 4 $1000 bursaries were provided.
Bursary Eligibility:
- Applicants must be employed with a Chamber of Commerce or Board of Trade in Saskatchewan
- Applicants must be members of CCES and CCEC. Membership is available free of charge.
- There is a limit of one bursary awarded per Chamber. Chambers that have not received a bursary to attend CCEC in the last 3 years will receive stronger consideration.
- Applicants must have approval to attend the event from their Board of Directors. A letter of support from the Board Chair, or other Board representative must accompany the application.
Eligible Expenses:
The bursaries may be awarded up to a maximum amount of $1000 to cover conference registration fees, hotel accommodations and travel expenses. Eligible travel expenses may include flights, parking, meals and fuel. We will not pay mileage, but will accept fuel receipts as an eligible travel expense.
Bursary Application Timeline:
Stay tuned for more information on the 2026 bursary program.
