Paid membership is not a requirement in order to attend W.I.N.G.S., however there are added benefits for those with a paid membership with W.I.N.G.S.

BENEFITS TO THOSE WHO ARE MEMBERS OF WINGS & HEROS "Mentors In Motion"

• Only $10 to have a listing in the hard copy Business Directory.
• Benefits on the WINGS Communication site.
• Member discounts as a vendor in various trades shows and WINGS events
• Invitations to the WRED (Women and Rural Economic Development) events.
• Broaden your networking opportunities beyond your own region.
• Co-op advertising in media.
• Media exposure for editorials of success and interest stories.
• Members only can be "Mentors" at the WINGS luncheon
• Members only can add Educational documents on the WINGS communication Site
• Members have priorities on the announcement area on the WINGS Communication Site

COST OF MEMBERSHIP

• To be a member of WINGS is $50 + GST for those 3yrs or less in Business, $100 +GST if over 3yrs in Business. Those applying for a membership in July/August or December/January will receive a 25% discount. So if your are 3yrs or less in business that is ($37.50 +GST = $42.10) over 3 yrs in business is ($75.00 + GST = $82.25. Plus if you are a member of the Chamber of Commerce, Board of Trade, SEA or BERN you can deduct another 25% bringing your membership if under 3yrs. to ($25 + GST= $26.75) over 3yrs ($50=GST= $53.50)
  BONUS
• It is not mandatory to be a member of WINGS to attend our meetings or be on the Communication Site.
• You are not a member of a specific WINGS chapter; we encourage you to visit different chapters.
• Restrictions of "one of each kind of business" do not exist in WINGS.
• You are not required to pass on leads; we believe that relationship marketing is the best.
• You will meet positive caring women with a wealth of business, mentoring and life skills.
• You will feel the synergy that happens with the interchange of encouragement and wise words.
• You will witness the growth, and experience the excitement as we see new ones in business step out of their comfort zone and work together to help everyone realize opportunities sensibly.
• We all rejoice with you when you share a business or personal success victory!
• We strive to keep a positive, encouraging, up building, and sharing atmosphere at the meetings.
• WINGS works together with other Women's Network Groups for the benefit of all.
• We also endeavor to work together with the Chambers and encourage those to become members as they grow
• Learn how to grow your business, set goals, and develop business and life skills in a safe and fun environment.
• Opportunity for those who qualify to start a chapter of WINGS in their own community.

HOW TO BECOME A WINGS MEMBER

• Request an application be e-mailed to you or download it from the WINGS Communication Site.
• Read the application carefully and take advantage of discounts that apply to you.
• Call head office if you have any questions about your membership.
• Fill out the application and be sure to double-check your information.
• Be sure to indicate if you wish to be listed in the next directory and include your extra $10+GST for that.
• Note that your information for the directory listing will be taken from your application.
• Make out a cheque payable to WINGS.
• Make a photocopy of your application along with your cheque and keep a copy as your receipt.
• Mail it to, Irene Byrne % Free Lance Services 219 Calford Street Angus ON L0M 1B0
• Directory questions should be forwarded to Peggy Gemmell 705-739-1812 e-mail: directory@wingscanada.com