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Meet the Candidates: Jennifer Blatherwick, Coquitlam-Maillardville, BC NDP

September 23, 2024

2024 BC Provincial General Election series: “We’re reducing the cost of doing business by ensuring that 90% of businesses are exempted from the Employer Health Tax,” says Jennifer Blatherwick.

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Meet the Candidates: Mike Farnworth, Port Coquitlam, BC NDP

September 23, 2024

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.

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Chamber survey: Change to Fawcett on/off ramp access

September 17, 2024

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.

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Meet the Candidates: Nicola Spurling, Coquitlam-Maillardville, BC Greens

September 17, 2024

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.

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Meet the Candidates: Jodie Wickens, Coquitlam-Burke Mountain, BC NDP

September 17, 2024

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.

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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 business…

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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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