The applications portal is now open for small businesses to access up to $2,000 for eligible commercial property crime and vandalism repairs, or to implement eligible preventative measures as part of the Province’s Securing Small Business Rebate Program. Nov 22, 2023 – ABBOTSFORD, BC – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is encouraging eligible small businesses to apply for the ‘Securing Small Business Rebate’ following the opening of the application portal today. “Everyday businesses face an…
Read More The Annual Business Excellence Awards presented by The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and Abbotsford News recognized 12 leading businesses, entrepreneurs, and community leaders last night. Nov 16, 2023 – ABBOTSFORD, BC – On Thursday, November 16th, the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Abbotsford News, recognized 12 winners at the 27th annual Abbotsford Business Excellence Awards, with Platinum Sponsors Grant Thornton and TD Bank. “With this year marking 110 years of service to the…
Read More The Annual Business Excellence Awards presented by The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and Abbotsford News will recognize 12 leading businesses and business. Tickets are now available and this year’s theme is – Honouring Business, Nurturing Growth Abbotsford, BC – Today, ticket sales have launched for Abbotsford’s must-attend annual event, featuring innovation, leadership and excellence across Abbotsford’s Business Community. The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and the Abbotsford News will present the 27th annual Business Excellence Awards on…
Read More Federal CEBA Loan Extension Doesn’t Go Far Enough The recent announcement by the federal government of a minor extension of the CEBA loan program does not go far enough and will do little to ease business owners’ worry about the looming repayment deadline and losing thousands in debt forgiveness, says the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce. Following months of advocacy for a 2-year extension to the CEBA (Canadian Emergency Benefit Account), the announcement by the federal…
Read More Back to Blog In response to the release of plans for new Highway 1 upgrades by the Province, four Chambers of Commerce representing the Fraser Valley, including Abbotsford, Langley Township/City, Mission, and Chilliwack, are uniting to push for an expedited completion of this Highway 1 expansion project to bring better transportation capacity to the region. The Highway 1 corridor is the lifeblood of commerce and connectivity, accommodating more than 80,000 vehicles daily. These vehicles include…
Read More Two new categories are available to recognize the businesses, entrepreneurs and organizations striving for excellence, with this year’s theme – Honouring Business, Nurturing Growth For immediate release – Sept 6, 2023 Abbotsford, BC – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and the Abbotsford News are welcoming nominations for the 27th annual Business Excellence Awards. This year, two new categories have been added to the awards to highlight the success of Indigenous-led businesses and young professionals. The Abbotsford…
Read More Fraser Valley Chambers of Commerce Unite to Urge the Province to Speed Up the Expansion of Highway 1
Langley, Abbotsford, Chilliwack and Mission Chambers are urging the Province to have shovels in the ground to expand of Highway 1 and commit to funding it from Langley to Chilliwack to ensure the continued growth, and mobility of business and economic activity across the region. (FRASER VALLEY) August 8, 2023 – In response to the release of plans for new Highway 1 upgrades by the Province, four Chambers of Commerce representing the Fraser Valley, including…
Read More (ABBOTSFORD) July 26, 2023 — The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is calling on the federal government to extend the repayment deadline for CEBA (Canadian Emergency Business Account) loans for struggling businesses. The Abbotsford Chamber also signed on to a national letter to Canada’s Prime Minister and Minister of Finance alongside from 250 organizations representing thousands of businesses across Canada, in calling on the federal government to extend the repayment deadline for CEBA (Canadian Emergency Business Account)…
Read More (OTTAWA) July 6, 2023 — The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce has joined more than 120 chambers of commerce, boards of trade, and business associations across Canada to express deep concern over the labour disruption at Canada’s West Coast ports. “We are calling for resumed negotiations immediately in order to find a mutually acceptable resolution to the impasse, said Chamber CEO Alex Mitchell. “If negotiations do not result in resolution, the federal government must act to protect…
Read More Alex Mitchell is one of 30 British Columbians to be named to BC Business’ Top 30 under 30 list, featuring the Province’s leading young entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce’s CEO, Alex Mitchell, has been recognized on the annual BC Business Top 30 under 30 list for her leadership and commitment to community impact. The award celebrates young leaders who collectively represent a promising future for British Columbia and…
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