(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) 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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(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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(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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(TRI-CITIES) December 17, 2025 – With more than 50 nominations across seven categories are in the running for top honours at the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Business Excellence Awards Gala, presented by Coquitlam Continuing Education. The Gala will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026. “This Gala is a celebration of the outstanding businesses…
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(TRI-CITIES) May 19, 2026 What was supposed to be our final Mayor’s Mingle with Richard Stewart quickly turned into something much more memorable – and much louder (thanks to the bagpipes). The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce welcomed members, colleagues, friends, and family to what Mayor Stewart thought was a typical networking happy hour on May…
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(TRI-CITIES) May 19, 2026 The Tri-Cities business community gathered at The Vancouver Golf Club for an engaging and timely discussion on disaster preparedness, climate resilience, and emergency management at the Chamber’s breakfast event, When Disaster Hits: Is Your Organization Prepared? With wildfires, floods, cyber threats, and infrastructure disruptions becoming increasingly common across British Columbia, the…
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TRI-CITIES (April 25, 2026) – The Tri-Cities Chamber’s Business Excellence Awards Gala arrived in dazzling Moulin Rouge style. Guests stepped into a world of rich reds, shimmering golds, and Parisian-inspired flair, setting the stage for a night dedicated to the people and businesses that power our community. “This year’s gala was a celebration of excellence,…
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(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
(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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