The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce issued the following statement in response to the tentative four-year agreement to end the labour disruption at British Columbia’s ports.
“The repercussions of this strike to Canada’s international reputation, let alone the $10 billion disruption in trade, will have impacts felt for years to come.
Read MoreThe Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce congratulates Chloe Wan on her promotion to the position of Director, Strategy. Previously serving as Events Manager, Chloe has been with the Chamber since 2019.
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber of Commerce representatives met with BC Minister of Children and Family Development Mitzi Dean today to discuss changes to the ministry’s policies, funding, and supports.
Read MoreMore than 120 chambers of commerce, boards of trade, and business associations across Canada have expressed deep concern over the labour disruption at Canada’s West Coast ports. Our joint letter, addressed to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, urges the government to take action to reconvene Parliament and pass back-to-work legislation, immediately.
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Read More(Tri-Cities) March 16, 2026 On Friday, the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce welcomed members and community leaders for an important conversation on the provincial budget with Brenda Bailey and local MLAs. The Chamber was proud to provide our membership with direct access to the Minister to ask questions and share concerns about the newly released…
Read More(Tri-Cities) March 10, 2026 International Women’s Day is a global celebration of the economic, political, and social achievements of women-past, present, and future. On Friday, March 6, the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted our annual International Women’s Day Celebration at the Vancouver Golf Club. This year’s event embraced the theme #GiveToGain, highlighting how…
Read More(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…
Read More(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…
Read More(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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