BC Chamber calls introduction of Ride-Hailing Legislation: “A step in the right direction.”
However, Chamber calls for a distinct ridesharing model, and faster implementation Nov. 19, 2018, VANCOUVER — The BC Chamber of Commerce is pleased with today’s introduction of the Passenger Transportation Amendment Act, that will allow app-based ‘ride-hailing’ companies in BC. “Ride-hailing services will provide reliable transportation options across the province, especially in more rural communities […]
BC Chamber of Commerce discouraged by Court of Appeal Decision on Trans Mountain
Vancouver, August 30, 2018 – Though it will take time to review the Federal Court of Appeal’s decision today, the BC Chamber is extremely disappointed that the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project is now in legal limbo. “The message we just sent to investors is that it’s nearly impossible to get resource projects done in Canada, […]
Advocacy win: new tool enacted to protect BC chamber network brand
Vancouver, August 13, 2018 – After meeting with representatives from the Richmond and BC Chambers of Commerce, Honourable Jinny Sims, Minister of Citizens’ Services, acted swiftly to bolster the Chamber brand across British Columbia. Minister Sims has introduced a protocol effective immediately wherein any organization which wishes to register in BC under either the name “Chamber of Commerce” or […]
BC Chamber of Commerce pleased to know Trans Mountain pipeline will be built – cautions investor confidence is still shaken
Vancouver, May 29, 2018 – While the federal government’s $4.5 billion purchase of the Trans Mountain pipeline and its related infrastructure is an extraordinary measure, the BC Chamber is pleased to see the project move forward. “It’s long-overdue good news that Canada will get its resources to tidewater and stop selling to a single customer – but […]
54 resolutions pass at the province’s largest business policy forum: BC Chamber AGM
Kamloops, May 26, 2018 – 54 resolutions have been passed after further passionate debate and discussion during the BC Chamber of Commerce’s AGM in Kamloops (May 24-26). Passed policy resolutions of note include: Progressive Housing Solutions to Address Workforce Challenges – submitted by Richmond Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade Minimizing Undue Negative Impacts of […]
From electoral reform to the speculation tax and a competitive LNG industry — 20 resolutions pass at BC Chamber AGM
From electoral reform to the speculation tax and a competitive LNG industry — 20 resolutions pass at BC Chamber AGM Kamloops, May 25, 2018 – More than 200 business and Chamber leaders debated, discussed, and passed 20 new business and economic policies today at the BC Chamber’s 66th Annual General Meeting in Kamloops. Passed policy resolutions of note on day one include: Minimizing Undue Negative […]
Chamber leaders from across the province gather for BC’s largest business policy forum
More than 200 business and Chamber leaders from across BC are meeting in Kamloops for the BC Chamber AGM: ‘The Business of Insight’, to vote on new business and economic policies. Policies that are adopted become part of the BC Chamber’s advocacy agenda. This year, at least 52 proposed policies will be up for debate. […]
Confidence in Canada remains in question despite meeting between Prime Minister, Premiers
April 15, 2018 (Vancouver, BC) – Today, the Government of Canada announced it will assert federal jurisdiction through pending legislation and begin discussions with Kinder Morgan on the financial framework for a potential taxpayer-funded investment in the Trans Mountain Expansion Project to mitigate the risk created by the BC Government’s continued opposition to the project. […]
News Release: BC Chamber of Commerce responds to Budget 2018
Key investments in housing and childcare – but business bracing for massive tax hike Key Word Downgraded in Budget: Innovation FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Victoria, February 20, 2018 – Today’s provincial budget reflects a social agenda with meaningful investments in both housing attainability and childcare – two areas of deep interest to the BC Chamber network […]
Affordability strategy welcome, but costs to SMEs piling up
BC Chamber of Commerce responds to 2019 Budget FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Victoria, February 19, 2018 – Today’s balanced provincial budget tackles affordability head on, with continued investments in housing and the Enhanced Child Opportunity Benefit—but small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are still left wondering how they will overcome $5 billion in cumulative cost increases over […]