Grow Your Calgary Business Without Spending Cash: Welcome to Exmerce

/ Banff Lifestyle, Calgary Lifestyle, Canmore Lifestyle / By

Trade Smarter. Grow Faster. Keep Your Cash.

Welcome to Exmerce – Calgary’s trusted barter network.

Imagine getting the things your business needs—without spending money. That’s what Exmerce is all about.

What Is Exmerce?

Exmerce is a barter exchange network where Calgary businesses trade products and services using a digital currency called Exmerce Dollars—which are valued 1:1 with Canadian dollars.

Here’s how it works:
✅ You offer your services to another Exmerce member and get paid in Exmerce Dollars.
✅ Then you use those dollars to buy what your business needs—like design work, printing, marketing, repairs, or even catering.
✅ No cash changes hands. But everyone gets value.

Think of it as modern bartering—but way more organized, scalable, and built to help your business grow.

 

How It Works (Simple Breakdown)

You’re not stuck doing awkward one-to-one trades. Exmerce is a community.

Here’s how it goes:

  1. You sell to Business A
    → They pay you in Exmerce Dollars.

  2. You spend those dollars with Business B
    → Maybe a web designer. A photographer. A printer. Whatever you need.

  3. You keep your cash, grow your business, and build local connections.

Oh—and every Exmerce member gets a dedicated Trade Broker to help you market your service, find new partners, and keep trades flowing. It’s like having your own barter coach.

Why Businesses Love Exmerce

Whether you’re a startup, solo freelancer, or established local brand, Exmerce makes sense. Here’s why:

💸 Keep Your Cash – Use Exmerce Dollars instead of your hard-earned money.

🚀 Find New Clients – Get introduced to other members who are already buying and trading.

🛠️ Fill Slow Times – Turn downtime or excess inventory into revenue and opportunity.

🤝 Make Real Connections – Join a community of 500+ Alberta businesses.

💼 Support Local – Build your business within a trusted, BBB-accredited network.

Real Trades. Real Businesses.

Here’s what Exmerce looks like in action:

  • 🧽 A cleaning company trades services for social media content.

  • 👩‍🍳 A caterer pays for tax prep using food credits.

  • 🧰 A mechanic buys uniforms and signage—no cash required.

  • 💻 A marketing agency gets photography and hosting—all through barter.

If you’ve got something to offer, you’ve got something to trade.

Why Exmerce Works

✅ 1-on-1 Support – Your Trade Broker helps you make the most of the platform.
✅ Exclusive Events – From networking nights to Fireside Expert talks, stay connected.
✅ Mobile Access – Browse offers, track trades, and manage your account on the go.
✅ Proven & Trusted – Exmerce has an A+ rating with the BBB and 19+ years of success in Calgary.

What Members Are Saying

“We grew our client base by 7 in just two months—all without spending a dime.”
– Nicole S., Design Studio Owner

“We trade for printing, lunch catering, advertising—you name it. It’s a no-brainer.”
– Daniel P., HVAC Business Owner