Chamber News
Tri-Cities Chamber calling for an immediate end to labour disruption at Canada’s west coast ports
The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce, together with chambers of commerce, boards of trade, and business associations across BC express deep concern over the labour disruption at west coast ports that began at 4:30pm on November 4.
Read More2025 Tri-Cities Chamber Board of Directors candidates to stand for election at AGM
The Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the candidates standing for election to its 2025 Board of Directors. The election will take place at the Chamber’s 53nd Annual General Meeting on November 13 at the Vancouver Golf Club, Coquitlam.
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber welcomes RBC as pillar partner
A member and supporter of the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce for nearly 40 years, RBC Royal Bank has become the Chamber’s newest pillar partner.
“Our Chamber is thrilled to bring our longstanding relationship with RBC to a new level,” said Leslie Courchesne, CEO, Tri-Cities Chamber.
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber statement: 2024 BC General Election final results
“The Tri-Cities Chamber looks forward to working with our newly elected and re-elected representatives on issues that matter to business,” said Leslie Courchesne, CEO, Tri-Cities Chamber. “We need a stable government that can deliver reductions in regulatory burdens, red tape, and the cost of doing business, to ensure our economy thrives and our local communities flourish.”
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber hosts delegation from The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, Sri Lanka
“Exploring business connections for the Tri-Cities through chambers of commerce in developing international markets is a welcome opportunity, and we were delighted to extend a warm welcome to the Sri Lanka-Canada Business Council,” said Leslie Courchesne, CEO, Tri-Cities Chamber.
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber votes for strong policies to advance business success: Canadian Chamber AGM and Convention
Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce CEO Leslie Courchesne and Board Vice Chair Jennifer McKinnon attended the Canadian Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting and Convention in Halifax, October 17-19, 2024.
Read MoreTri-Cities Chamber statement: 2024 BC General Election initial results
“The Tri-Cities Chamber looks forward to working with our newly elected and re-elected representatives on issues that matter to business,” said Leslie Courchesne, CEO, Tri-Cities Chamber. “We need a stable government that can deliver reductions in regulatory burdens, red tape, and the cost of doing business, to ensure our economy thrives and our local communities flourish.”
Read MoreMeet the Candidates: Ken Holowanky, Coquitlam-Maillardville, Independent
2024 BC Provincial General Election series: “It is the co-operation of school and industry that will result in a stable, knowledgeable workforce that adds to the bottom line,” says Ken Holowanky.
Read MoreMeet the Candidates: Adam Bremner-Akins, Port Coquitlam, BC Greens
2024 BC Provincial General Election series: “We are breaking ground on a SkyTrain extension to Port Coquitlam by 2026. Yes, you heard that right,” says Adam Bremner-Akins.
Read MoreMeet the Candidates: Keenan Adams, Port Coquitlam, Conservative Party of BC
2024 BC Provincial General Election series: “For years I’ve complained about BC politics. And my father said, ‘Keenan, shut up or get involved’. Well, this year I’ve put my name forward to serve the people of Port Coquitlam,” says Keenan Adams.
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