The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce has signed a joint letter with leading business associations to all Members of the Legislative Assembly of BC expressing concerns with proposed amendments to consumer protection laws in Bill 4.
The letter calls for a pause on advancing the legislation to allow for engagement and collaboration to ensure better outcomes for consumers and the overall business environment.
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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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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Coquitlam, B.C. (November 27, 2025) – The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce hosted its 54th Annual General Meeting today, welcoming more than 95 members to the Executive Plaza Hotel in Coquitlam. During the meeting, attendees elected new and returning directors to the 2026 Board of Directors and confirmed the incoming executive leadership…
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Port Coquitlam (November 25, 2025) A big turnout filled PoCo Bowl last night as Chamber members gathered for our latest Mingle with the Mayor event featuring Port Coquitlam Mayor Brad West. The Mayor addressed several important topics impacting the community, including the ongoing Kʷikʷəƛ̓əm First Nation land claim. He emphasized the City’s commitment to remaining cooperative…
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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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