BC Chamber of Commerce Responds to BC Budget 2021
Prudent budget aligns with BC Chamber’s Big Thinking for Small Business three-pillar recovery plan, addresses urgent business recovery needs Today, the provincial government unveiled its 2021 budget that reflects the uncertainty of the environment that both the private and public sectors are operating in. The budget demonstrates the government’s continued commitment to the financial supports […]
BC Chamber Will Continue to Advocate Vigorously for Business Amid New and Extended Pandemic Restrictions
Today, the provincial government announced that it will be extending its provincial health restrictions that came into effect on March 29, 2021 at 11.59pm, for another five weeks until midnight on May 25, 2021, and that include: The variance allowing indoor religious gatherings and worship services between March 28, 2021 and May 13, 2021 is […]
Annual AGM & Conference
The BC Chamber of Commerce’s 2021 AGM & Conference will be an online event due to COVID-19 restrictions. Resilience to Recovery:Big Thinking for Small Business A year ago, we did not anticipate hosting our AGM as a virtual event. A year on, and we find ourselves in the same position, working towards the same purpose […]
MisMacK and Export Navigator
Since entering the Export Navigator program in March 2020, MismacK cosmetics has achieved success that is promising for any B.C business looking to export. Their advisor Oriana has connected them with multiple funding streams and free resources that has them poised to expand into new markets despite the impacts of COVID-19. Sometimes it takes working […]
BC Chamber Welcomes Circuit Breaker Business Relief for Businesses Impacted by Recent Restrictions
Today, the provincial government announced that it will provide more than $50 million to help the 14,000 restaurants, bars, breweries, wineries, gyms and fitness centres affected by the March 30, 2021, provincial health orders. The new Circuit Breaker Business Relief Grant will provide affected businesses with up to $10,000 in one-time funding to help with […]
BC Chamber Responds to Updated Pandemic Restrictions
Today, the provincial government announced that to address rising COVID-19 case counts, protect people and communities and help break the chain of COVID-19 transmission, the provincial health officer is amending the provincial public health orders effective 12:00 AM PDT Tuesday, March 30, 2021. The new amended orders are in effect through April 19, 2021, and […]
Paintillio and Export Navigator
Despite the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Paintillio continues to grow thanks to support from the Export Navigator program. With the support of their advisor Fabrizio, they’ve been able to access funding and resources to weather the storm and continue to thrive in an industry facing new challenges. After designing the world’s best paint-by-numbers artwork, […]
Talent Forward Program Accessing Funding to Hire a Student Hiring a student can add value to your organization and you may be eligible for funding to bring a student onboard. Types of Funding To find out more about the funding provincial and federal funding programs, check out our Funding Resources handout here. Please […]
BC Chamber Applauds Announced Changes to the Launch Online Grant Program
Changes are another win for businesses as they build resiliency on their journey towards recovery Today, the provincial government announced that it is investing an additional $30 million in the Launch Online Grant program, which helps B.C. businesses move their business online. “We applaud the B.C. government’s decision to expand its Launch Online Grant program […]
BC Chamber Welcomes Announced Changes to the Small and Medium Sized Business Recovery Grant
Changes are celebrated as grant becomes more available to qualifying businesses across British Columbia The BC Chamber of Commerce applauds the B.C. government’s announcement to extend the deadline for the Small and Medium Sized Business Recovery Grant and decrease the revenue loss threshold that will allow more businesses to access the grant. “We appreciate the […]
Fiona Famulak
Fiona is passionate about business and has over 30 years international experience, gained in Europe, Asia Pacific and Canada, working in the private and not-for-profit sectors. As a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland, Fiona’s core expertise lies in being able to critically assess a business from a financial and risk management […]
Fiona Famulak Appointed President and CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce
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 […]
Chamber of Commerce Week Celebrates Resilience and Hope
BC Chamber of Commerce Week is Feb. 15-19, and rather than traditionally celebrate progression and growth presented through opportunities created by chambers of commerce, we celebrate resilience, adaptability and fight encouraged by this powerful business network. In a “normal” year, our provincial network of chambers of commerce and boards of trade work tirelessly to help […]
BC Spring Legislative Session and Budget Look Ahead
The BC Chamber of Commerce and Hill+Knowlton Strategies invite you to a panel discussion on what to expect from the B.C. Government’s 2021 Budget and upcoming legislative session. When the legislature reconvenes in March, MLAs will continue to debate how best to protect British Columbians through the pandemic, create jobs and economic opportunities, and position […]