News Type: Announcements

The BC Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that it has committed to the 50 – 30 Challenge, an initiative between the Government of Canada, business and diversity organizations, that asks organizations to aspire to two goals: Gender parity (“50%”) on Canadian board(s) and senior management; and Significant representation (“30%”) on Canadian board(s) and […]

The BC Chamber of Commerce is BC’s largest and most broadly-based business organization, in the business of knowing what’s on BC’s mind and delivering those insights to government and stakeholders with a view to making positive change. Supporting and guiding this strategic focus is our Board of Directors. After a nomination process that cast the […]

Famulak brings passion for courageous conversations and innovative thinking to her new role The BC Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Fiona Famulak as president and chief executive officer. Famulak brings to the role more than three decades of international experience working in both private and not-for-profit sectors. “I have enormous […]

The BC Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Chamber Week, February 15-19th  February 15th-19th  is proclaimed as BC Chamber of Commerce Week, and rather than traditionally celebrate progression and growth presented through opportunities created by chambers of commerce, this year we celebrate resilience, adaptability, and fight encouraged by this powerful business network.  To help us celebrate the provincial Chamber network, the Hon. Ravi Kahlon, Minister of […]

The BC Chamber is looking for exceptional leaders whose values align with that of the Board  – show dedication, grit and passionate for the people who power BC. The Board is seeking qualified candidates with expertise in the area of Policy Governance, Government Relations, Human Resources, Information Technology, Risk Management and Strategy, Region and Sector […]

Talent Forward brings businesses and students together to solve short-term labour issues while building a skilled workforce for BC’s future.   [January 14, 2021] Vancouver, BC –  Today, the BC Chamber of Commerce and Association for Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning BC/Yukon (ACE-WIL) launched  Talent Forward, a program that connects businesses with skilled post-secondary students looking for work experience to fulfil requirements for their academic program. Bringing a student into the workplace benefits businesses with temporary, cost-effective labour support that addresses business needs while equipping students with skills for the future.   “By listening […]

Dan Baxter, Director of Policy and Government Relations named Interim CEO The BC Chamber of Commerce has commenced its search for their next President and CEO. Led by national executive search firm Leaders International, the selected candidate will be a visionary leader who will help shape and support a prosperous future for businesses in BC. […]

Developed in partnership with UVIC’s Gustavson School of Business, the 6-week program will help SME’s stay viable and adapt to compete in the future  Today, the Building Resilience to Thrive program, powered by the BC Chamber of Commerce network and UVIC’s Gustavson School of Business, launched to businesses across the province. Offered as a COVID-19 recovery certificate, the 6-week program, delivered by award-winning professors Dr. Mark Colgate and Prof. […]

The BC Chamber of Commerce (BCCC) CEO Val Litwin has presented his letter of resignation to the Chair of the Board of Directors, and his last day in the seat will be August 28th, 2020.