The BC Chamber of Commerce has officially wrapped up its 73rd Annual General Meeting and Conference, held June 3–5, 2025, in Nanaimo. The event brought together 171 delegates from across British Columbia to shape the future of business through policy development, expert insights, and collaborative dialogue.
Read MoreThe Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce (TCC) is thrilled to introduce Jennifer McKinnon as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). A dedicated member of the Tri-Cities community for two decades, Jennifer has been a steadfast advocate for business development and economic growth.
Read MoreShop Local Port Moody (SLPM) has officially kicked off its highly anticipated “Shop Hop Port Moody Passport” campaign, running from today through May 31, 2025. This initiative aims to encourage residents and visitors to explore and support the vibrant local business community.
Read MoreThe Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is pleased host Canada Votes 2025: Tri-Cities Candidates Event for the two ridings of Coquitlam-Port Coquitlam and Port Moody-Coquitlam, on Wednesday, April 23 in advance of the federal election on April 28.
Chamber Board Chair Jennifer McKinnon will moderate the event taking place at Evergreen Cultural Centre in Coquitlam. It runs from 7 to 9 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m.
Read MoreUPDATE April 27, 2025 — Read the Statement from the Board Chair regarding former CEO Leslie Courchesne’s federal candidate endorsement.
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After nearly four years as CEO of the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce, Leslie Courchesne has submitted her resignation to the Board of Directors.
“Leslie’s creative and innovative partnership programs have significantly elevated the opportunities available to our businesses and have strengthened the voice of the Chamber in our community,” said Jennifer McKinnon, Chamber Board Chair.
Read More(SEPTEMBER 22, 2026) TRI-CITIES The B.C. government has paused its planned expansion of the provincial sales tax (PST) to professional services, a move that will come as welcome news to businesses across the Tri-Cities. The tax expansion, which was scheduled to take effect October 1, has been put on hold through a temporary regulation. The…
Read More(SEPTEMBER 22, 2026) TRI-CITIES New tax measures aim to make it easier for Canadian businesses to invest, grow and improve productivity. As businesses across the Tri-Cities continue to navigate rising operating costs, workforce challenges and economic uncertainty, investments in productivity have become increasingly important. Whether it is upgrading equipment, adopting new technology or expanding operations,…
Read MoreSEPTEMBER 14, 2026 (TRI-CITIES) The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is proud to introduce the Women in Business Leadership Award, a new distinction recognizing an exceptional woman whose leadership and commitment to community are helping shape the future of business in the Tri-Cities. “Strong communities are built when leaders create space for others to grow, succeed…
Read More– SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 (TRI-CITIES) Bringing Senior Leaders Together to Navigate What’s Next The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is pleased to introduce a new Executive Roundtable Series, created specifically for CEOs, Executive Directors, business owners and senior leaders who want to engage in meaningful conversations about the challenges and opportunities facing organizations today. Business leaders…
Read MoreSeptember 1, 2026 (TRI-CITIES) As tariffs and trade uncertainty continue to impact businesses across our region, the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is committed to keeping our members informed and connected to the resources available to support your business. We are sharing five key resources you can access including information on recently announced federal tariff support…
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