Tech Tools

Chase Paymentech

You want a reliable, cost effective service when selling your work. Whether you're at a craft show, using your online shop, or selling out of your store, you will receive 24/7 around-the-clock customer service, competitive pricing and secure payment platforms from Chase Paymentech.

Chase Paymentech has been in the payment processing business for 30 years, supporting many of Canada's largest brands as well as thousands of independent small business owners like you! We are confident that our partners at Chase Paymentech will give you a solid foundation for both establishing and growing your business.

Craft Ontario members receive:

• NEW! Preferred rates on Chase's new mobile checkout system (perfect for your next craft show!)
• preferred rates on payment processing fees 
• A variety of POS terminals at exclusive rates, including short and long-range wireless convenience and high-speed connectivity
• 24/7 customer support, no matter where you are

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 Staples Business Discount

Craft Ontario has partnered with with Staples to offer you an exclusive 20% discount on all your Print & Marketing needs.

Getting started is easy. Bring this letter and your Craft Ontario membership card to your local Staples store and ask a Certified Print Pro to enrol you in the Business Discount Program. The 10-digit membership number assigned to you will be set up to receive your special Craft Ontario pricing in 2-3 business days.

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Get exclusive savings on a wide variety of Services including:

• Custom graphic design
• Full-colour printing
• Black and white printing
• Posters and banners
• Finishing services

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Citizens of Craft

Citizens of Craft is a unique national online tool that allows your work to be accessed by clients, tourists and supporters internationally. As a cross-Canada locator, you can create a profile as a Craft Ontario member, and ensure that your work is promoted to a broad audience.

Citizens of Craft is a national project, delivered in participation with the provincial and territorial craft councils of Canada, and the Canadian Crafts Federation. The goals of this project are to clarify and deepen the public’s understanding of craft and make craft more accessible to a diverse public.

As a Craft Professional, Student, Affiliate or Business member of Craft Ontario, you can:

• Showcase your craft both to the existing craft community and those who are discovering and purchasing craft
• Be presented to site visitors through a wide array of robust searching options
• Provide you the ability to post and promote personal or community craft events
• And, most importantly, be part of a mass online exhibit of Canadian craft

 To create a profile, you will need:

• Your Craft Ontario membership number
• A high-quality image of yourself
• Several high-quality images of your work
• A list of stores that sell your work (if applicable)
• Links to your social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest)
• Your website URL

Not a Craft Ontario member, but want to get involved?

• Visit our Manifesto page, read and share our 10 Manifesto Points.
• Declare yourself a Citizen of Craft. Purchase t-shirts and buttons, download phone and computer wallpapers, or download profile photos for Facebook and Twitter.
• Use the hashtag #CitizensofCraft when sharing your craft photos on social media.
• Share our Citizens of Craft video

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AUTODESK Fusion 360

Craft Ontario has partnered with Autodesk to offer FREE 3D modelling/product development software to Members. That's a savings of up $40 USD per month! 

Fusion 360 is a 3D design package for makers, hobbyists, start ups, and professionals. It’s a professional and easy to use package, which combines parametric mechanical design with easy to use free form modelling tools. You can easily export your designs made in Fusion 360 and materialize them on a 3D printer or create a slick render of your design, with the help of the built in render engine.

Some examples of how Makers can use Fusion 360 in their practice include:

• Mold making for slip casting
• Jewellery design
• Furniture design 

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Format

Format and Craft Ontario have teamed up to make their website portfolio platform more accessible to you! 

Build the website of your dreams when you sign-up for 6 months free. No credit card required. 

Format makes it easy to build, design and manage a professional online portfolio. Tens of thousands of creative professionals in over 190 countries use the platform to beautifully showcase their work, attract clients and grow their careers. Founded in 2010 in Toronto, Canada, Format is a self-funded company dedicated to empowering the freedom of artists.

To register, login to your Craft Ontario account and navigate to the Tech Tools section of your My Account side bar. 

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