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Allison J. Bran to keynote Chamber’s International Women’s Day brunch

February 5, 2025

Allison J. Bran will provide the keynote at the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce International Women’s Day brunch at Vancouver Golf Club in Coquitlam on March 7. Her talk, titled Accelerate Action: Taking a Seat at the Table Without Permission, will challenge the traditional narratives women face around leadership, influence and success.

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Tri-Cities Chamber statement on destructive U.S. tariffs

February 3, 2025

“Many of our local businesses thrive on strong economic partnerships with the United States, and these destructive tariffs will hinder investment, raise costs for consumers, and reduce competitiveness for companies operating in the Tri-Cities. We urge both the Canadian and U.S. governments to work toward a resolution that supports free and fair trade, ensuring that businesses on both sides of the border can continue to grow and succeed,” said Leslie Courchesne, CEO, Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce.

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Video: Happy Lunar New Year from the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce

January 28, 2025

Happy Lunar New Year! The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce wishes you health, happiness and prosperity for the Year of the Snake.

Video features Cantonese, English, Korean and Mandarin.

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Finalists announced for Tri-Cities Chamber 2025 Business Excellence Awards

January 21, 2025

The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the finalists in seven categories for its 2025 Business Excellence Awards.

“Our Chamber is so proud to bring together business and community leaders for a premier gala to celebrate outstanding organizations and individuals that demonstrate excellence in business and a passion for the community,” said Leslie Courchesne, CEO, Tri-Cities Chamber.

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Tri-Cities Chamber partners with industry leader TD Insurance for member savings

January 14, 2025

The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce and TD Insurance have signed an agreement to help Chamber members save money on small business insurance. This is the first partnership of its kind between TD Insurance and a chamber of commerce or board of trade in Canada.

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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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