Welcome to the British Columbia Chamber of Commerce Online
The British Columbia Chamber of Commerce is the largest, most broadly based business organization in the province. Chamber members have access to benefits, partnerships, networking opportunities and an advocacy process which ensures that the concerns of businesses of all sizes and sectors are being heard by the Provincial and Federal governments.
Please take a moment to browse our Benefit Providers, Programs and Opportunities on the right,
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
- NEW: Register for the BC Chamber's AGM or download the form. Read our most recent AGM newsletter.
- BC Chamber Breakfast with David Black on March 6th
Why a West Coast Refinery Makes Sense: An Economic and Envirnomental Case to Diversify the BC and Canadian Economy. Please click here for more info or to sign up. - Top 10 Barriers to Competitiveness - 2013
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce has unveiled its Top 10 Barriers to Competitiveness for 2013, an initiative designed to draw attention to the barriers that are holding back Canada’s economic progress and ability to compete globally. The number one issue as identified by chamber members across the country, is Canada’s skills shortage. -
PST TRANSITION INFORMATION
Many resources are available for BC businesses, including seminars at over 50 locations, webinars, videos, on-site reviews and tax specialist assistance. For a full listing of PST resources please visit the BC Chamber webpage. -
MICRO-BUSINESS TRAINING PROGRAM
Interested in receiving up to $1500 for training to improve the efficiency or productivity of your business? The BC Chamber of Commerce Micro Business Training (MBT) Program is offers courses on multiple topics in several different formats. Find out more here. -
NEWSLETTER
February 4, 2013
Public Affairs Update Newsletter -
NEWSLETTER
December 19, 2012
Insight Newsletter for BC businesses - January 2013
IN THE NEWS
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Budget 2013 takes a prudent approach to returning to balance
February 19, 2013 -
Budget 2013 - Facts and Figures
February 19, 2013 -
63% of BC Businesses Unprepared for PST Transition
December 5, 2012 -
Jumbo Glacier Municipality a Game Changer for BC Tourism
November 20, 2012 -
Site C Project Would Provide Economic Opportunities for BC Businesses
Editorial - November 19, 2012
RECENT POLICY SUCCESSES
- Skilled Workers Fast Tracked - December 11, 2012
Skilled temporary foreign workers will soon be able to transition to permanent residence in Canada faster than ever before the Federal Government has announced. 3,000 skilled trades-people under the new immigration stream will have the opportunity to be fast tracked starting January 2, 2013.
This policy win is a great example of the power of the Chamber of Commerce Network, with the BC Chamber by working with the Canadian Chamber to address a critical issue.
Federal Government News Release -
Fair Rail Freight Service Act - December 11, 2012
The federal Government introduced the Fair Rail Freight Service Act bill to give companies that ship goods by rail the right to a service agreement with railways.
This has been a longstanding policy issue for the Chamber Network. This Act will help create business growth within the shipping industry and enhance the effectiveness, efficiency and reliability of the entire rail freight system.
Federal Government News Release - Auditor General for Local Government
At the BC Chamber of Commerce Premier & Cabinet Luncheon, Premier Clark announced that Basia Ruta has been appointed BC's first Auditor General for Local Government (AGLG).
The concept for the AGLG in BC was developed by the BC Chamber of Commerce in a policy paper, and was originally announced by the Premier at our Liberal Leadership event last February.
The AGLG will perform value for money audits of municipal spending to ensure that taxpayer interests are protected, and that municipal elected officials are held accountable. Through these audits, the Auditor General will provide recommendations about how to find efficiencies and improve the effectiveness of local government operations.
BC Chamber News Release
