News - March 2020

Special President’s Message – “Two New Words”

March 20, 2020 – Abbotsford, BC Two New Words… If you have been following these messages or heard me speak at our Chamber events, you will likely know by now that there are two words I have been emphasizing during …

BC Government COVID-19 Economic Action Plan

MESSAGE TO MEMBERS Tuesday, March 24, 2020 Dear Members, As you may know, yesterday the BC Government announced a COVID-19 Action Plan, which includes $5 billion allocated for programs that support businesses, workers, and economic recovery. This announcement was directly …

COVID – 19 Federal Package for Business & Provincial Advocacy Update

MESSAGE TO MEMBERS   Wednesday, March 18, 2020   Dear Members, Federal Finance Minister, Bill Morneau, just unveiled the “first phase” of Canada’s “Economic Response Plan” – which includes $27B in direct support and aid to Canadians and $55B in …