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Latest With Leslie Video: August 2023

August 1, 2023

Stay connected and up-to-date on all things with your Tri-Cities Chamber CEO by tuning in to the Latest with Leslie video for August 2023.

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Tri-Cities Chamber CEO calls for enhanced collaboration with City of Port Coquitlam to support local business community

July 28, 2023

The City of Port Coquitlam’s Council-in-Committee welcomed Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce CEO Leslie Courchesne this week to present an annual update.

“It’s no secret that cities and chambers that work well together are the stronger for it,” said Courchesne, during the five-minute virtual presentation.

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Small businesses to get help with vandalism costs

July 26, 2023

The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce applauds the BC Government’s new vandalism rebate program to help small businesses with the costs of repairing broken glass, removing graffiti, and vandalism prevention measures.

Starting in the Fall of 2023, businesses will be able to apply for up to $2,000 from the $10.5 million fund, called the Securing Small Business Rebate Program.

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Call to extend CEBA loan repayment deadline by two years: Tri-Cities Chamber signs joint letter to Deputy Prime Minister

July 24, 2023

The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce, along with more than 250 organizations representing hundreds of thousands of businesses across Canada, is calling on the federal government to extend the repayment deadline for CEBA loans for businesses. The group jointly signed an open letter to Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland today.

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Tri-Cities Chamber Statement on the Tentative Deal to End the Strike at West Coast Ports

July 13, 2023

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.

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Tri-Cities Chamber Welcomes Doane Grant Thornton as Newest Pillar Partner

April 13, 2026

(Tri-Cities) April 14, 2026 The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce its newest strategic partnership with Doane Grant Thornton-a collaboration grounded in shared values, community commitment, and a collective vision to support local business growth. This partnership represents a powerful alignment between two organizations dedicated to strengthening the Tri-Cities business community. Both the…

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Celebrating Leadership, Commitment, and Community: Darcy Poole Named 2026 Chamber Member of the Year

April 9, 2026

(Tri-Cities) April 10, 2026 The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Darcy Poole, Assistant General Manager at Great Canadian Casino, as the 2026 Chamber Member of the Year. With an impressive 26-year career, Darcy’s journey is a true testament to dedication, growth, and leadership. Beginning as a Security Officer at the Newton location-prior…

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Community Leadership on Display

April 8, 2026

  (Tri-Cities) April 8, 2026  On April 4th, community leaders, business voices, and local champions gathered at BC Place for a special evening in support of the Sharma Family Fund-an inspiring initiative rooted in the belief that education has the power to transform lives. In collaboration with Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce Board Member Pulkit Sharma,…

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Port Moody Mayor Lahti Highlights Balanced Growth, Business Support at Community Mingle

March 24, 2026

(Tri-Cities) March 24, 2026 – Port Moody’s strong sense of community, natural beauty, and small-town charm remain at the heart of the City’s future, Mayor Meghan Lahti told attendees at a recent Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce Mingle with the Mayor event at Port Moody’s Browns Socialhouse. Speaking to a room filled with business leaders and…

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Finance Minister and MLAs Share Insights with the Tri-Cities Business Community

March 16, 2026

  (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…

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