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Shop Local Port Moody Launches Exciting “Shop Hop Port Moody Passport” to Support Local Businesses

May 15, 2025

Shop 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.

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Chamber to host ‘Canada Votes 2025: Tri-Cities All Candidates Event’ on April 23

April 17, 2025

The 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.

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Tri-Cities Chamber CEO Leslie Courchesne resigns

April 17, 2025

UPDATE 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.

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Tri-Cities Chamber 2025 Business Matters magazine now available

April 16, 2025

The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the TriCity News, has published its 2025 Business Matters magazine.

The complimentary 50-page publication features information on doing business in the Tri-Cities, economic development, and information about the Chamber, including events, programs, membership, benefits, and more. The centre-spread features the Chamber’s Tri-Cities Economic Profile infographic.

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Tri-Cities Chamber celebrates Business Excellence Awards with Enchanted Garden gala

April 7, 2025

Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce members, community leaders, and supporters gathered at the Great Canadian Casino Vancouver’s Show Theatre in Coquitlam on Saturday to celebrate the Chamber’s Business Excellence Awards at a garden-themed gala.

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Tri-Cities Chamber Launches Inaugural Executive Roundtable to Help Business Leaders Navigate Growth

October 5, 2026

  TRI-CITIES (October 5, 2026) – The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce has launched its inaugural Executive Roundtable Series, bringing together a select group of local business leaders for confidential, peer-to-peer discussions focused on the challenges and opportunities of running and growing a business. The first session, Aligning Your Team for Growth, brought together approximately 15…

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Business-Forward Insights from the Mayoral Candidates

October 5, 2026

  (TRI-CTIES) October 5, 2026 As the business voice for our region, the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is committed to ensuring that our municipal leaders prioritize the economic health of our community. To ensure these forums directly addressed the issues impacting our members, we reached out to our business community to gather their specific questions,…

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BCLC Partners with the Chamber to Support Local Businesses and Community Connections

September 29, 2026

(TRI-CITIES) September 29, 2026 The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce BCLC as a new sponsor of Tri-Local, a community-focused initiative that supports local businesses, showcases the Tri-Cities’ vibrant food scene, and brings people together through shared experiences. The partnership aligns with BCLC’s Human Connection Project, which focuses on creating and supporting opportunities…

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B.C. Pauses Planned PST Expansion on Professional Services

September 22, 2026

(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…

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A Productivity Super-Deduction: What It Could Mean for Small Business

September 21, 2026

(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,…

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