BC Chamber Applauds New Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act
Legislation Signals Beginning of a Long-term Journey Toward Meaningful Reconciliation Victoria, BC – October 24, 2019: BC Chamber CEO Val Litwin was in Victoria today to witness Minister Scott Fraser introducing new legislation that will create a framework for reconciliation for the BC Government. The government issued a second “business focused” news release after the initial announcement this morning, explaining that […]
BC Chamber Caucus Brings Key Election Issues to Canadian Chamber AGM
Chamber delegation from BC gets key policies on federal agenda at national gathering (SAINT JOHN), September 26, 2019— The BC Chamber and 16 regional BC chambers and boards of trade attended the Canadian Chamber of Commerce AGM last week, passing more policies than any other province. Of the 27 policies submitted by the BC network, 23 passed and will […]
The BC Chamber of Commerce Wins International Visionary Award for BCMindReader.com
Provincial Business Association takes top spot in “B2B Relationships” Category Vancouver BC, July 15, 2019 – The BC Chamber has been named a 2019 Visionary Award winner by Vision Critical, a global customer insights firm. These awards—given to 11 organizations from across the globe each year—showcase brands that demonstrate excellence in using insights to improve […]
BC Chamber Celebrates TMX Approval— “It’s a Good Day for Canada.”
BC Chamber Celebrates TMX Approval— “It’s a Good Day for Canada.” But Cautions that Federal Government Must Focus on Realistic Policy to Attract Investment Moving Forward VANCOUVER June 18, 2019– The BC Chamber of Commerce is pleased to see the approval of the Trans Mountain pipeline today—a project that is projected to inject $46.7 billion […]
BC Chamber Reacts to C-69: Bill will increase economic uncertainty and impede critical infrastructure projects
BC Chamber Reacts to C-69: Bill will increase economic uncertainty and impede critical infrastructure projects VANCOUVER June 12, 2019–The BC Chamber of Commerce has long advocated for a balanced approach to protecting the environment and ensuring economic growth and prosperity for Canadian businesses and families. The Federal Government’s decision today to reject many of the amendments […]
Critical Policies Pass at BC Chamber AGM
2019 Advocacy will Include: Emergency Management, Rental Housing, Tax Reform, and the Economic Impacts of ‘Species Protection’ Measures VANCOUVER May 29, 2019– Chambers from across B.C. descended on Burnaby from May 23-25 to discuss and debate key policy issues impacting the province at the BC Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting & Conference. This marked a […]
Delegates Pass 33 Policy Resolutions at BC Chamber AGM
Burnaby, May 25, 2018 – More than 230 business and Chamber leaders debated, discussed, and passed 33 new business and economic policies today at the BC Chamber’s 67th Annual General Meeting in Burnaby. Passed policy resolutions of note include: Streamlining the Regulatory Transition of the BC Cannabis Industry: submitted by the Nelson & District Chamber of […]
BC Chamber Responds to Defacto Chinook Fishing Closures
BC Chamber Responds to Defacto Chinook Fishing Closures Coastal businesses say conservation impacts are too small, and the economic costs too high April 18, 2019, VANCOUVER—On April 16 the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) announced new management measures aimed to protect Chinook salmon stock on BC’s Westcoast. While the BC Chamber applauds the […]
Ridesharing Now for BC’ responds to Transportation Network Report
‘Ridesharing Now for BC’ responds to report from Select Standing Committee VANCOUVER – March 26, 2019 – The BC Chamber, as a member of the Ridesharing Now Coalition, would like to share the following statement in response to the report released today from the Select Standing Committee on Crown Corporations: Ridesharing Now for BC is pleased the […]
Budget 2019 leaves business concerns on the sidelines
Budget 2019 leaves business concerns on the sidelines Scarce attention to tax competitiveness a major concern: BC Chamber VANCOUVER – March 19, 2019 – Today’s federal budget fell short of addressing the fundamental issues affecting BC business. And, while there were some small wins in the budget, it failed to address key issues like global tax competitiveness, reduced business confidence, and a slumping […]