The BC Government announced today a 6.9% increase to the minimum wage effective June 1.
“While our Chamber understands the need to increase the wage of the lowest paid workers in our communities to help with the rising cost of living, this is yet again another increase to the cost of doing business. And it comes at a time when many businesses are struggling to survive and recover in these challenging economic times,” said Leslie Courchesne, CEO of the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce.
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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 April 2023.
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Have your say! The annual member survey ensures your voice is heard, and helps the Chamber plan its advocacy, events, programs, and services for you in the year ahead.
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The Tri-Cities Chamber is pleased to see a number of items in this year’s budget, including a national supply chain strategy, investments to address the labour shortage, and lowering of credit card fees paid by small business.
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The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce has co-signed a letter urging Pete Buttigieg, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation to support funding to develop the vision for this significant, multi-jurisdictional infrastructure project.
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Coquitlam (November 13, 2025) The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce hosted a dynamic post-budget Q&A with Members of Parliament, bringing together business leaders, developers, transit representatives, ports, nonprofits, and entrepreneurs to unpack Budget 2025 and its impacts on our region. The discussion-rooted in real questions from the audience-highlighted clear priorities for the Tri-Cities: housing supply, transit…
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The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the candidates standing for election to its 2026 Board of Directors. The election will take place at the Chamber’s 54th Annual General Meeting on November 27 at the Executive Hotel, Coquitlam.
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Port Moody (November 4, 2025) The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce was proud to host another engaging Mingle with the Mayor, featuring Port Moody Mayor Meghan Lahti at Parkside Brewery on Thursday, October 30, 2025. It was an evening of open dialogue, candid conversation, and community connection as Chamber members and residents had the opportunity to…
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Coquitlam (October 20, 2025) The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce recently hosted an engaging Mingle with the Mayor event featuring Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart, who shared candid insights into the complex challenges facing municipalities today-from housing and development to mental health and regional governance. Mayor Stewart opened with reflections on Coquitlam’s longstanding spirit of collaboration with…
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Mississauga, Ontario (October 13, 2025) This past week, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Conference in Mississauga, bringing together representatives from chambers across Canada and various stakeholders to engage in a spirited celebration of collaboration, education, and advocacy. Attendees were energized by discussions that emphasized the importance of a…
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