Advocacy
Small business rebates for crime and vandalism costs: applications open this month
The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce applauds the BC Government’s vandalism rebate program to help small businesses with the costs of repairing broken glass, removing graffiti, and vandalism prevention measures. Starting November 22, businesses will be able to apply for up to $5,000 from the $10.5 million fund.
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber commends BC Government’s progress toward removing barriers for internationally trained professionals
The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce applauds the BC Government’s introduction of the International Credentials Recognition Act. If passed, it will enable people in 29 professions who have done their education and training abroad to get into BC’s workforce faster.
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber votes for strong policies to support business prosperity: Canadian Chamber Conference and AGM
Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce CEO Leslie Courchesne and Board Director Jennifer McKinnon attended the Canadian Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting and Convention in Calgary, October 12-14.
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber applauds Premier Eby’s demand for small business CEBA loan extension
The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce applauds BC Premier David Eby for joining the fight to get a CEBA loan repayment extension for small businesses by signing a joint letter to the Prime Minister today.
Read MoreTri-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 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 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 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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