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Tri-Cities Chamber welcomes BC Hydro’s $360M investment in clean power infrastructure

August 27, 2024

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.

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Tri-Cities Chamber Board Director Reihaneh Mirjani receives BC Medal of Good Citizenship

August 20, 2024

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.

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Tri-Cities Chamber urges local MPs to avert a disruption in Canada’s Class I railways

August 19, 2024

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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Shop Local Port Moody and Tri-Cities Chamber join forces to support locally owned independent businesses

August 15, 2024

Shop Local Port Moody (SLPM) and the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce have signed a partnership agreement to support locally owned independent businesses, and promote the importance of shopping local.

“We are very excited to be partnering with the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce to breathe new life into Shop Local Port Moody,” said Lisa Beecroft, Co-Founder, SLPM and Owner of Gabi & Jules and Caffé Divano.

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Tri-Cities Chamber endorses BC Chamber’s public policy playbook for 2024-2025

August 14, 2024

The BC Chamber of Commerce has released its 2024-2025 Policies & Positions Manual, for use as an advocacy playbook by its member Chambers and Boards of Trade across the province, including the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce. The document contains 41 policy resolutions approved at the provincial association’s Annual General Meeting and Conference held in Kelowna in May, attended by Tri-Cities Chamber Board Vice Chair Jennifer McKinnon and CEO Leslie Courchesne.

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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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Celebrating Women Who Lead: Tri-Cities Chamber Launches Women in Business Leadership Award

September 14, 2026

SEPTEMBER 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…

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NEW: Tri-Cities Chamber Executive Roundtable Series

August 31, 2026

– 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…

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Tariff Support Resources for Your Business

August 31, 2026

September 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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