Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland unveiled the 2024 Federal Budget yesterday in Ottawa.
“We know this budget comes at a time of highly complex challenges for Canada, but we are increasingly concerned with the rising national debt and what that will mean for our local businesses and communities in the years ahead,” said Leslie Courchesne, CEO, Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce. “Increasing the tax burden on business to fuel government spending will hinder the economic growth that our country so desperately needs.”
Read MoreThe Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce hosted a roundtable discussion focused on the BC economy, housing, trade, manufacturing, supply chains, regulatory challenges and related issues. The BC Minister of State for Trade Jagrup Brar, and Coquitlam-Burke Mountain MLA Fin Donnelly heard concerns and fielded questions, before visiting several Tri-Cities businesses with Chamber CEO Leslie Courchesne.
Read MoreThe Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the TriCity News, has published its 2024 Business Matters magazine.
The complimentary 44-page publication features information on doing business in the Tri-Cities, local business profiles, and information about the Chamber, including events, programs, membership, benefits, and more. The centre-spread features the Chamber’s Tri-Cities Economic Profile infographic.
Read MoreIt was a packed house at Westwood Plateau Golf and Country Club on March 8 for the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce International Women’s Day Brunch, with more than 200 in attendance. This year’s global theme was ‘Inspire Inclusion.’
Read MoreIn today’s increasingly complex and challenging economic landscape, it’s more important than ever for businesses to have a strong network of support and resources. That’s where local chambers of commerce and boards of trade come in. We serve as powerful allies for businesses of all sizes, providing invaluable advocacy, benefits and opportunities for growth and success.
Read More(August 18, 2026) TRI-CITIES This fall, the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is taking civic engagement beyond the traditional debate stage and into the heart of our communities. In partnership with the Coquitlam Farmers Market, Port Moody Farmers Market, and Port Coquitlam Farmers Market, the Chamber is proud to present a series of Candidate Meet &…
Read More(August 2026) TRI-CITIES British Columbia’s local government elections are coming up on October 17, 2026. Held every four years, these elections are an important opportunity to elect the Mayors, Councillors, and School District Trustees who help shape the communities we live, work, and raise our families. Below, you’ll find links to election information for Coquitlam,…
Read More(Tri-Cities) July 14, 2026 More than thirty Tri-Cities Chamber members joined us for an engaging and impactful morning of connection, conversation, and collaboration at our exclusive members-only breakfast roundtable hosted in partnership with Doane Grant Thornton. The event centered on findings from the recently released 2026 Women in Business Report, which highlighted both the progress…
Read More(Tri-Cities) July 8, 2026 The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce was proud to take part in the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s annual Calgary Stampede reception, where business and government leaders from across the country gathered for an afternoon of meaningful conversations, new connections, and a celebration of one of Canada’s most iconic summer traditions. “Events like…
Read More(TRI-CITIES CHAMBER) June 16, 2026 Housing, transportation, and infrastructure are no longer simply community planning conversations-they are business issues. They impact where employees can afford to live, how efficiently goods and services move, whether businesses can expand, and ultimately, how competitive our region can be. The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce welcomed a full room of engaged…
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