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In response to the provincial government’s introduction of permanent paid sick days, Fiona Famulak, President and CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce, released the following statement: “It is important to make sure employees are safe and healthy. Reducing transmission of illness in the workplace is a benefit to both individuals and their employers. “Our […]

In response to the BC Government’s decision to ration gasoline in the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley, Sunshine Coast, Sea-to-Sky Corridor and Vancouver Island, Fiona Famulak, President and CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce, released the following statement: “Today’s announcement by the province is alarming and we know it was not taken lightly. “Public safety […]

In response to the recent flooding and damage to transportation infrastructure across British Columbia, Fiona Famulak, President and CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce, released the following statement: “The safety of people is always the top priority and I want to express my support and appreciation for the thousands of emergency personnel and volunteers […]

Hopin FAQs & Information Where is Collective Perspective 2021 being hosted? Collective Perspective 2021 will be hosted on the online platform Hopin. This virtual space will allow attendees to watch the presentation and participate in the Q&A on the main stage, connect with fellow attendees in the networking area or take part in small group […]

In response to the BC Government’s announcement today that it intends to implement further forest harvesting deferrals in the province, Fiona Famulak, President and CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce, released the following statement: “British Columbia’s forest industry is an important economic generator in communities – both rural and urban. These deferrals will have […]

This week, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce held its Annual General Meeting. Critically, two resolutions related to Indigenous reconciliation, submitted by BC-based chambers of commerce, were resoundingly passed by the national chamber network. The two resolutions were titled: Creating a Comprehensive Action Plan on Building a Sustainable Business Relationship with Indigenous Peoples and Establishment of […]

As BC’s largest and most broadly-based business organization, the BC Chamber of Commerce is where members and partners regularly look to learn what’s on the minds of the business community across the province. Each year, we invite you to share your perspective on business through the Collective Perspective Survey that delivers B.C.’s most comprehensive economic snapshot, […]

A recent Cyber Security and Business Survey revealed nearly two thirds (61 per cent) of businesses have experienced a cyber security incident, yet almost three-quarters (74 per cent) of businesses didn’t report it. Delivered through a partnership between the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (the Cyber Centre) and the National Chambers Insight Community (NCIC), which comprises the provincial and territorial Chambers of Commerce across Canada, the Cyber Security and Business Survey was conducted to identify how prepared businesses are for cyber security threats. The findings of this survey […]

Bruce Anderson is one of Canada’s most respected public opinion researchers and strategic communications advisors. In 1980, he was appointed Special Assistant to the Federal Minister Responsible for Government Communications. In 1983, he joined Decima Research, and was appointed President of Decima in 1989, at the age of 32. Mr. Anderson left to become a founding […]

Opinion: I urge you to support your local businesses not only during Small Business Week, but also through the fall and upcoming festive season. Shop local. Dine at your favourite restaurant or try a new one. Instead of ordering something online, buy it locally. Travel again and spend a weekend at a small hotel in […]

Today, the BC Chamber of Commerce released its updated Big Thinking for Small Business, a bold plan to grow British Columbia’s economy by focusing on three pillars: inclusivity, innovation, and competitiveness. Updated from the previous year’s Economic Recovery Submission, the Big Thinking for Small Business plan underpins the pan-provincial priorities as set out by the […]

This site will be updated regularly as development of the Shop Local BC program progresses. If you have questions, please reference our FAQ document that is updated regularly (Last updated: November 1, 2021). If your question remains unanswered, please contact [email protected] Funded by the Government of Canada and delivered through provincial and territorial chambers of […]

Today, the provincial government announced that it is introducing a Proof of Vaccination program for British Columbia. In response to the announcement, the BC Chamber of Commerce President and CEO, Fiona Famulak, released the following statement: “Last week, we and other organizations representing businesses across the province called on the provincial government to introduce a […]

This week, the provincial government announced that it is proceeding with a replacement of the George Massey Tunnel. In response to the announcement, the BC Chamber of Commerce President and CEO, Fiona Famulak, released the following statement: “The BC Chamber of Commerce welcomes this week’s announcement that the Government of B.C. will replace the aging […]