Chamber News
Meet the Candidates: Mike Farnworth, Port Coquitlam, BC NDP
2024 BC Provincial General Election series: “I’ve been the MLA for seven terms. During that time, I’ve developed a strong, respected voice that’s an advocate for our community and our province,” says Mike Farnworth.
Read MoreChamber survey: Change to Fawcett on/off ramp access
The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is working with businesses in the United Boulevard area to determine the level of support for opening the Fawcett on/off ramp of Highway 1 to all traffic, 24 hours per day, seven days a week, should it be deemed safe to do so.
Read MoreMeet the Candidates: Nicola Spurling, Coquitlam-Maillardville, BC Greens
2024 BC Provincial General Election series: “I’m an average British Columbian just like you. I struggle with the housing affordability crisis. I worry about our economic and environmental future,” says Nicola Spurling.
Read MoreMeet the Candidates: Jodie Wickens, Coquitlam-Burke Mountain, BC NDP
2024 BC Provincial General Election series: “As the wife and daughter of hard working small business owners, I know first-hand the challenges that you face daily. I’m a passionate supporter of our local businesses,” says Jodie Wickens.
Read MoreIn memoriam: Tri-Cities Chamber Board Governor Les Garrison
Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce Board Governor Les Garrison passed away on August 27 at age 89. Garrison was a member of the Chamber for decades, serving on the Board of Directors for years, including as President (Board Chair) in 1990. He was also a long serving elected Alderman (Councillor) for the City of Coquitlam.
Read MoreMeet the Candidates: Kerry van Aswegen, Port Moody-Burquitlam, Conservative Party of BC
2024 BC Provincial General Election series: “My family has owned a small business in the Tri-Cities for the last 23 years. I decided to run for MLA because I would like to see changes in our province,” says Kerry van Aswegen.
Read MoreMeet the Candidates: Rick Glumac, Port Moody-Burquitlam, BC NDP
2024 BC Provincial General Election series: “Before I got into politics, I worked at several companies in the tech sector, so I understand the challenges that businesses face. And I’m proud to be part of a government that’s running one of the strongest economies in Canada,” says Rick Glumac.
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber welcomes BC Hydro’s $360M investment in clean power infrastructure
The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce applauds the significant investment by BC Hydro in local power infrastructure to meet the needs of the region’s economic growth and rise in population. As part of its 10-year capital plan, BC Hydro will construct $360 million worth of capital projects in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody and Anmore over the next decade.
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber Board Director Reihaneh Mirjani receives BC Medal of Good Citizenship
Coquitlam’s Reihaneh Mirjani has received the 2024 Medal of Good Citizenship, honoring exceptional citizens, from the Government of British Columbia. Mirjani, who serves on the Tri-Cities Chamber Board of Directors, was celebrated for her work to reduce food waste and food insecurity.
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber urges local MPs to avert a disruption in Canada’s Class I railways
The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is urging our local Members of Parliament to immediately intervene and do everything necessary to avert a disruption in Canada’s Class I railways, after urging the Prime Minister to do the same.
The Chamber’s letters state the potential work stoppage at both major railways will leave our local communities and all Canadians with access to fewer goods and products, driving up prices and exacerbating affordability challenges.
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