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Tri-Cities Chamber names Shelley Linn as 2024 Member of the Year

January 31, 2024

The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is set to celebrate Shelley Linn as 2024 Chamber Member of the Year at its Business Excellence Awards gala on April 27.

Linn, who founded Linn Estate Management Group after retiring from a 35-year career in banking, has been actively engaged with the Chamber for more than a decade, serving as a volunteer on the Ambassador Team and Women in Business Committee.

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Tri-Cities Chamber signs joint membership agreement with Coquitlam’s Austin Heights BIA

January 29, 2024

The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is welcoming more than 300 member businesses from the Austin Heights Business Improvement Association, thanks to a membership agreement between the two organizations. The BIA has purchased a Chamber membership for its area businesses for five years.

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Tri-Cities Chamber plans Danube river cruise after sold-out trip to Portugal

January 28, 2024

The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is offering a nine-day river cruise down the Danube in October 2024, following its successful trip to Portugal in November 2023. With its partner Indus Travel, the chamber’s group travel tours offer participants an exceptional experience with significant savings.

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Call for nominations to the BC Chamber of Commerce 2024-25 Board of Directors

January 24, 2024

The BC Chamber of Commerce has launched its search for five new Directors to join its 2024-25 Board of Directors.

Four vacancies will be filled by individuals from the Lower Mainland/Southwest, Northwest BC, Central BC, and the Kootenays. The fifth vacancy can be filled by an individual from any of the seven economic regions of BC.

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Tri-Cities Chamber calls for swift end to transit strike

January 22, 2024

The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is urging a swift end to the labour dispute that has halted bus and SeaBus service across the region.

“Our local businesses have suffered far too many disruptions and challenges over the past few years, and this transit strike is yet another brutal blow to our local economy,” said Leslie Courchesne, CEO, Tri-Cities Chamber.

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Finance Minister Hon. Brenda Bailey to Join Tri-Cities Chamber “Lunch with Leaders” Event

February 24, 2026

  (TRI-CITIES) February 24, 2026 Last week, Jennifer McKinnon had the privilege of attending the provincial budget release at the historic British Columbia Parliament Buildings in Victoria alongside Jennifer Blatherwick, MLA Coquitlam-Maillardville. Budget day is about more than numbers – it is about relationships. Connecting with chamber colleagues and business leaders from across the province…

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Sold-Out Taste of the Tri-Cities Launch Party Kicks Off Month-Long Culinary Celebration

February 18, 2026

(Tri-Cities, BC) February 18, 2025 The sold-out kickoff event, held at the Great Canadian Casino Vancouver, built excitement for the annual food and beverage festival, which runs from February 15 to March 15, 2026. The month-long celebration will feature dozens of restaurants, pubs and food trucks across Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Port Moody. Around 180…

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Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce Announces Pillar Partnership with FortisBC

February 9, 2026

  (TRI-CITIES) January 9, 2026  “We are thrilled to announce our new pillar partnership with FortisBC,” says Jennifer McKinnon, CEO, Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce. “Together, we can build a stronger, more resilient, and innovative Tri‑Cities-one where business, energy, and community collaborate to create real opportunities for our region.” FortisBC proudly delivers natural gas, electricity and…

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Finalists announced for Tri-Cities Chamber 2026 Business Excellence Awards

February 3, 2026

(TRI-CITIES) February 3, 2026 – The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the finalists in seven categories for our 2026 Business Excellence Awards. “Huge shoutout to our community partners and finalists chosen from an incredible and vibrant mix of amazing businesses and inspiring leaders right here in the Tri-Cities! A big thank you…

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Happy New Year from Jennifer

January 6, 2026

(TRI-CITIES) January 6, 2026 – Seven months into my role in Chamber leadership, I’m incredibly grateful for the trust, collaboration, and energy that surround this work. In a short time, I’ve built truly impactful partnerships-grounded in a shared passion for supporting business, strengthening our local economy, and showing up for our community in real, practical…

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