The Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) celebrate and support Chicago’s collective small business community.  As a start to the holiday shopping season, to spur consumer spending at small businesses and enliven commercial corridors across the city, local community and economic development organizations, such as chambers of commerce, will create and host programs, events, and campaigns to encourage residents to shop locally all while making consumer protection a top priority. On Saturday, November 25th, to drive economic impact at the local level, Chicago residents and visitors will be encouraged to shop and dine at local small businesses. To further the momentum of shopping beyond the holiday season, BACP launched the Shop Local Chicago campaign to highlight the important role small businesses play in Chicago’s neighborhoods. Holiday campaigns produced by the Neighborhood Business Development Centers will serve to boost spending along commercial corridors, spread good cheer, and vibrancy throughout Chicago’s neighborhoods. For current and future small business owners looking for support, BACP offers essential resources to support all small business owners as they navigate their entrepreneurial journeys. For more information on BACP’s programs and services, visit Chicago.gov/BACP.