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We understand your time is of the essence in this fast paced industry. We continue to work hard to provide our members with cost-saving opportunities. These programs are offered across the country to assist with your overall retail operations.
Are you taking full advantage of RCC's valuable discounts? Call our Customer Service Team at 1-888-373-8245, and find out more.
Tips & Tools
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Tips & Tools
Free resources to help RCC independent retailer members run a successful business. Fill out and submit online or print and fax-in your form to us today. |
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Retailer's Guide
Get helpful tips on business planning, leasing, merchandising, emergency planning, loss preventions, and more! |
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Banking & Payments Solutions
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BANKING SOLUTIONS with Scotiabank:
Scotiabank provides privileges for both business and personal banking, including a 10% discount off the basic monthly plan fee on new and existing business accounts, overdraft protection of up to $5,000, and a free cheque essentials package. |
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PAYMENT SOLUTIONS with MasterCard:
MasterCard Quick Payment Service (QPS), MasterCard PayPass, MasterCard Chip Solution, and co-branded credit cards offer "faster than cash" solutions that build customer satisfaction, generate increased sales, and encourage customer spending. |
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POS SWIPE RATES with Chase Paymentech:
Merchant discount rates for members include Visa swiped rates from 1.63% to 1.68%; MasterCard swiped rates from 1.64% to 1.82%, and Interac debit card rate of 6.6¢ per transaction. Free Flex Banking service is available; all transactions may be deposited into the bank of your choice at no extra charge. Chase Paymentech also offers members discounted rates on their gift card program, FlexCache.
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Business & Offices Products
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OFFICE PRODUCTS, LOGO DESIGN, AND MORE with NEBS:
In addition to offering the essentials of business including custom printed forms, NEBS designers translate ideas into a variety of graphic options for retailers to build an identity. Members receive a 10% discount on all new products and a 5% discount on all re-orders. |
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PAYROLL SERVICE with NEBS:
NEBS PAYweb.ca is the most trusted payroll service in Canada since 1967. With many features such as a statutory holiday calculator and direct deposit, flexible service plans are designed to grow with your business allowing for an affordable solution. They take the fear out of payroll by completing every payroll accurately and on time — every time. |
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ONLINE BUYING with Commport:
Built on cutting-edge technology, this business-to-business (b2b) exchange brings vendors and retailers together in a single online collaboration platform. This online marketplace is designed to tighten existing relationships and provide a unique, user-friendly environment to source new vendors and products. A full year's registration for members is only $175. |
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TENANT LEASE SERVICES with Cirrus Tenant Lease Services:
Cirrus is the leading provider of managed tenant lease services to growing businesses. RCC Members receive a 50% discount off the lease portfolio critical dates tracking program, and 10% discount off the lease negotiation and consultation service. |
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GASOLINE with Esso:
By using the Esso Fleet Fuel Credit Card, you receive a 2.5 cents/litre discount on fuel purchases made at any of the 3,100 Esso service centres across Canada. The Esso Fleet Fuel Card is also accepted at all Mr. Lube locations. |
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Human Resources
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ONLINE JOB POSTINGS with Monster Solutions:
Monster.ca is committed to helping retail employers leverage the power of the Internet to promote retail careers. RCC Members receive a discount of 20% off 3, 5 or 10 job posting packages. |
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Insurance
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EMPLOYEE GROUP INSURANCE with Morneau Sobeco:
Employee benefit coverage is tailored to meet the needs of retailers, including flexible options at low cost. There is no minimum or maximum group size requirement for participating in the program, and it is available to groups with as few as one employee. |
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Loss Prevention & Security
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COUNTERFEIT DETECTORS & CASH COUNTING SYSTEMS with Gemsys:
Gemsys' comprehensive product line of currency, coin and counterfeit detectors are fully supported by a team of field service technicians. Gemsys prides itself on providing clients with cost-effective solutions in cash automation. Members can purchase the Omega 2000 Complete Money Manager for only $1,395 for Members (regular price $1,595) and the IRD-150 counterfeit detector for only $250 (regular price $275). |
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SECURITY SERVICES with Group 4 Securicor:
G4S Cash Services is Canada's leading provider of cash services with more than 50 locations across the country. As the largest worldwide security services provider, they are in a unique position to manage all of your security requirements. RCC Members receive 10% off new contracts. |
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Store Planning & Design
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LARGE FORMAT SIGNAGE with Prismaflex:
An international leader in both frames and large-format printing, Prismaflex has more than 35,000 placements worldwide. Members save 10% on large-format sign printing and 5% on permanent sign hardware. |
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TRAFFIC COUNTING with HeadCount:
HeadCount provides a monthly service which requires no upfront purchase or capital investment in technology. HeadCount will install a traffic monitoring system, collect and analyze data and then provide a detailed traffic report to retailers both at the store level and head office. Members receive a discounted monitoring fee of $139/month/per site (regular price $159/month/per site). |
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IN-STORE MUSIC with ERG Music/Symphonex:
Be sure your store's music is "in tune" with your customer demographics. Benefit from the expertise of ERG's music programmers to select the perfect custom library for your customer base. RCC members receive preferred pricing on license fees and 10% or more off equipment purchases, leases or rentals. |
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