Posts by Leslie Courchesne
Tri-Cities Chamber CEO urges Port Moody and Coquitlam councils to enhance collaboration with Chamber to support local business
The City of Coquitlam and City of Port Moody Councils welcomed Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce CEO Leslie Courchesne to present an annual update. The Coquitlam Council-in-Committee delegation took place September 11, and Port Moody City Council’s on September 12.
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber says CEBA loan extension doesn’t go far enough
The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is disappointed in the federal government’s announcement to extend the repayment deadline for CEBA (Canadian Emergency Business Account) loans for struggling businesses.
Read MoreLatest With Leslie Video: September 2023
Stay connected and up-to-date on all things with your Tri-Cities Chamber CEO by tuning in to the Latest with Leslie video for September 2023.
Read MoreCamelia Maxim promoted to Tri-Cities Chamber Office Manager
The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce congratulates Camelia Maxim on her promotion to the position of Office Manager.
“Camelia Maxim is passionate about our work to support the business community, and is highly dedicated to ensuring our members’ needs are met,” said Leslie Courchesne, CEO.
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber town hall focuses on future of Coquitlam’s transportation network
How do traffic flow, pedestrian access, bike/micro-mobility lanes and parking affect your business? The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce recently hosted an online Town Hall meeting on the City of Coquitlam’s Strategic Transportation Plan, to address these issues and more.
Read MoreDouglas College intern makes a strong impression at Tri-Cities Chamber
Douglas College international student Marisa Otaka recently completed a four-month internship at the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce as the capstone of her Post-Baccalaureate Diploma program in Marketing.
“Marisa was stellar from day one on the job,” said Leslie Courchesne, CEO, Tri-Cities Chamber.
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber endorses BC Chamber’s newly released public policy playbook for 2023-2024
The BC Chamber of Commerce has released its 2023-2024 Policies & Positions Manual, for use as an advocacy playbook by its member Chambers and Boards of Trade across the province, including the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce.
Read MoreLatest With Leslie Video: August 2023
Stay connected and up-to-date on all things with your Tri-Cities Chamber CEO by tuning in to the Latest with Leslie video for August 2023.
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber CEO calls for enhanced collaboration with City of Port Coquitlam to support local business community
The City of Port Coquitlam’s Council-in-Committee welcomed Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce CEO Leslie Courchesne this week to present an annual update.
“It’s no secret that cities and chambers that work well together are the stronger for it,” said Courchesne, during the five-minute virtual presentation.
Read MoreSmall businesses to get help with vandalism costs
The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce applauds the BC Government’s new vandalism rebate program to help small businesses with the costs of repairing broken glass, removing graffiti, and vandalism prevention measures.
Starting in the Fall of 2023, businesses will be able to apply for up to $2,000 from the $10.5 million fund, called the Securing Small Business Rebate Program.
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