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.”
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The 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.
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The 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.
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It 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.’
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In 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.
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(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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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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– 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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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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August 24, 2026 (TRI-CITIES) Trade talks between Canada and the US broke down Friday night, and as of Saturday morning, 50 per cent tariffs are in effect on roughly $27 billion CAD of Canadian goods. BC is more exposed than any other province in this round, and Canada’s counter-tariffs arrive September 8, which will…
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