(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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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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Nearly 400 Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce members, community leaders, and supporters gathered at the Great Canadian Casino Vancouver’s Show Theatre in Coquitlam on Saturday to celebrate the Chamber’s Business Excellence Awards at a glamorous gala.
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Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland unveiled the 2024 Federal Budget yesterday in Ottawa.
“We know this budget comes at a time of highly complex challenges for Canada, but we are increasingly concerned with the rising national debt and what that will mean for our local businesses and communities in the years ahead,” said Leslie Courchesne, CEO, Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce. “Increasing the tax burden on business to fuel government spending will hinder the economic growth that our country so desperately needs.”
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The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce hosted a roundtable discussion focused on the BC economy, housing, trade, manufacturing, supply chains, regulatory challenges and related issues. The BC Minister of State for Trade Jagrup Brar, and Coquitlam-Burke Mountain MLA Fin Donnelly heard concerns and fielded questions, before visiting several Tri-Cities businesses with Chamber CEO Leslie Courchesne.
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The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the TriCity News, has published its 2024 Business Matters magazine.
The complimentary 44-page publication features information on doing business in the Tri-Cities, local business profiles, and information about the Chamber, including events, programs, membership, benefits, and more. The centre-spread features the Chamber’s Tri-Cities Economic Profile infographic.
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It was a packed house at Westwood Plateau Golf and Country Club on March 8 for the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce International Women’s Day Brunch, with more than 200 in attendance. This year’s global theme was ‘Inspire Inclusion.’
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