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Latest With Leslie Video: September 2022

September 6, 2022

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 September 2022.

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TCOC Joint Letter on BCGEU Strike

Joint Letter Calls for BCGEU to Immediately End Strike Affecting Liquor and Cannabis Distribution

August 25, 2022

The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce urges the BCGEU and BC Government to immediately resolve the BCGEU contract negotiations, and calls on the BCGEU to cease the job action that is crippling liquor and cannabis distribution in B.C.

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Tri-Cities Chamber Meets Again with Canadian Immigration Minister Sean Fraser

August 23, 2022

Tri-Cities Chamber CEO Leslie Courchesne joined a meeting hosted by the BC Chamber of Commerce with Canadian Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Sean Fraser.

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Tri-Cities Chamber Meeting with Parliamentary Secretary Jennifer O’Connell and MP Ron Mckinnon Focuses on Removing Barriers to Inter-Provincial Trade

August 22, 2022

Nine Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce members including Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart attended a roundtable discussion focused on eliminating barriers to free trade within Canada, supply chain issues, procurement policies, and regulatory challenges.

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Tri-Cities Chamber Urges BC Government to Take Action on Small Business Challenges Addressed in BC Budget 2023 Consultation Report

August 16, 2022

The provincial government has released its Report on the Budget 2023 Consultation, including recommendations supported by the Tri-Cities Chamber to address challenges small and medium-sized businesses continue to face.

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B.C. Pauses Planned PST Expansion on Professional Services

September 22, 2026

(SEPTEMBER 22, 2026) TRI-CITIES The B.C. government has paused its planned expansion of the provincial sales tax (PST) to professional services, a move that will come as welcome news to businesses across the Tri-Cities. The tax expansion, which was scheduled to take effect October 1, has been put on hold through a temporary regulation. The…

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A Productivity Super-Deduction: What It Could Mean for Small Business

September 21, 2026

(SEPTEMBER 22, 2026) TRI-CITIES New tax measures aim to make it easier for Canadian businesses to invest, grow and improve productivity. As businesses across the Tri-Cities continue to navigate rising operating costs, workforce challenges and economic uncertainty, investments in productivity have become increasingly important. Whether it is upgrading equipment, adopting new technology or expanding operations,…

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Celebrating Women Who Lead: Tri-Cities Chamber Launches Women in Business Leadership Award

September 14, 2026

SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 (TRI-CITIES) The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is proud to introduce the Women in Business Leadership Award, a new distinction recognizing an exceptional woman whose leadership and commitment to community are helping shape the future of business in the Tri-Cities. “Strong communities are built when leaders create space for others to grow, succeed…

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NEW: Tri-Cities Chamber Executive Roundtable Series

August 31, 2026

– SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 (TRI-CITIES) Bringing Senior Leaders Together to Navigate What’s Next The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is pleased to introduce a new Executive Roundtable Series, created specifically for CEOs, Executive Directors, business owners and senior leaders who want to engage in meaningful conversations about the challenges and opportunities facing organizations today. Business leaders…

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Tariff Support Resources for Your Business

August 31, 2026

September 1, 2026 (TRI-CITIES) As tariffs and trade uncertainty continue to impact businesses across our region, the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is committed to keeping our members informed and connected to the resources available to support your business. We are sharing five key resources you can access including information on recently announced federal tariff support…

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