The provincial government unveiled the 2025 BC Budget today in Victoria, on the same day as sweeping U.S. tariffs came into effect, along with Canadian retaliatory tariffs. Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce CEO Leslie Courchesne attended the Budget Speech at the BC Legislature.
“The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce acknowledges that British Columbia is facing significant economic headwinds and uncertainty fueled by the new trade war with the U.S.,” said Courchesne. “While this is an extremely challenging year for the province, we are very concerned this budget does not do enough to help businesses of all sizes weather this storm.”
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“The U.S. decision to impose these destructive tariffs is deplorable, and will hurt business, communities and families on both sides of the border. Many of our local businesses thrive on strong economic partnerships with the United States. This is a completely unnecessary trade war that must be put to an end as soon as possible. We urge both the Canadian and U.S. governments to work toward a swift resolution that supports free and fair trade,” said Leslie Courchesne, CEO, Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce.
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The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is hosting an inspiring panel at its International Women’s Day brunch at Vancouver Golf Club in Coquitlam on March 7. The discussion, titled Women Helping Women Rise: Courageous Action & Strategies for Impact, will be moderated by Sandra Horton, with panellists Jessie Adcock, Trish Mandewo, and Becca Yu, all hailing from the Tri-Cities.
The panel topic will compliment keynote speaker Allison J. Bran’s talk, Accelerate Action: Taking a Seat at the Table Without Permission.
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In response to Glacier Media’s announcement of the planned closure of the TriCity News in May of this year, Leslie Courchesne, CEO of the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce released the following statement:
“As a longstanding member, partner and supporter of the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce, the TriCity News has been a champion for local businesses, helping amplify their voices and highlight the incredible work being done in our region. Their commitment to high-quality, community-focused journalism will be deeply missed.
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From sizzling street eats to deals on decadent desserts and craft brews, Taste of the Tri-Cities is your ticket to discovering the most delectable food in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody. Feb. 15 – March 15 at participating locations.
Whether it’s a cozy date night, catching up with friends, or indulging in a little solo dining therapy, there’s no better way to beat the cold than sinking into a warm restaurant with incredible food.
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Last week, thanks to our strong partnerships and advocacy role, business members had the unique opportunity to hear directly from Premier David Eby about the future of British Columbia’s economy. The event, hosted by our colleagues at the Burnaby Board of Trade, created a valuable forum for businesses in our region to ask the Premier pressing questions and share their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities ahead.
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The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce was honoured to host the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority for an in-depth tour of Pacific Coast Terminals (PCT), one of Port Moody’s most vital economic engines and a critical link in Canada’s international trade network.
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Coquitlam, BC – On August 22, 2025, CEO Jennifer Mckinnon had a productive meeting with the Honourable Mike Farnworth, in his capacity both as MLA for Port Coquitlam and as Minister of Transportation. We brought forward several important issues on behalf of our business community: Fawcett On/Off Ramp Hours – We emphasized the need to…
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Coquitlam, BC August 7, 2025 – The Tri‑Cities Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce a new chapter in local economic and educational collaboration, welcoming British Columbia Institute of Technology’s (BCIT) School of Business + Media as an esteemed Platinum Partner. “We are thrilled about our new platinum partnership with BCIT’s School of Business +…
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Port Coquitlam, BC (June 11, 2025) Since its humble beginnings in Bill Dick’s basement in the late 1980s, Phoenix Truck & Crane has grown into a cornerstone of British Columbia’s logistics and crane services. With a proud history dating back to 1991, the company has become more than just a leader in transportation-it’s a vibrant…
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