For Immediate Release ABBOTSFORD, B.C., – February 22nd, 2024 On behalf of the hundreds of business members, the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is raising concern over the high level of spending in the new provincial budget, while recognizing some meaningful announcements around the cost of doing business. “The Abbotsford Chamber celebrates the change to the Employer Health Tax (EHT) threshold in this budget. At a time when small businesses are struggling with the rising costs…
Read More Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce advocates to Senate Committee for investments in critical flood infrastructure to protect businesses and farmland ACOC had the opportunity to join industry leaders from across the region to provide testimony to the Senate of Canada on their upcoming report analyzing the impact of climate change on critical infrastructure across Canada. Here our CEO, Alex Mitchell, focused on Abbotsford’s strategic importance to the region, the Abbotsford International Airport (YXX), the need importance…
Read More ACOC had the opportunity to join industry leaders from across the region to provide testimony to the Federal Government’s Select Standing Committee on Finance. Here our CEO, Alex Mitchell, focused on the burdens associated with the layering on of taxes on small businesses, ways for the Federal government to improve competitiveness, and the need to invest in trade-enabling infrastructure. Click to view the official transcript from the Ministry of Finance Ms. Alex Mitchell:…
Read More With no extension to the CEBA Loan Repayment deadline approved by the Federal Government, the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is reminding small business owners of the upcoming repayment deadline on January 18th, 2024 while continuing to advocate for an extension. January 9, 2023 (ABBOTSFORD)- The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce is reminding small business owners of the upcoming repayment deadline for those who leveraged pandemic financing through the Canada Emergency Business Account Loan (CEBA) on January…
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 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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