SURREY, BC – The Surrey Board of Trade is pleased with many of the announcements that were articulated in today’s Federal Budget 2018.“Steps towards a national pharmacare program, investments in science and research, cybercrime, access to apprenticeships for women to address skill shortages, women entrepreneurship programming, CRA reform plans are all good for our…
Monthly archive for February 2018
On Thursday, March 8th, the Surrey Board of Trade will host the 9th Annual Surrey Women in Business Awards Luncheon, with Presenting Sponsor Vancity. This event recognizes the hard work of Surrey’s business women and their contributions to the community.We will be joined by keynote speaker The Right Honourable Kim Campbell, Canada’s 19th Prime Minister. Ms.…
VICTORIA – The Surrey Board of Trade joined many stakeholders in the lock-up Tuesday, February 20, 2018 morning prior to the Budget speech in the House in Victoria, BC.“There are a number of Surrey Board of Trade policies that we have championed for years,” said CEO Anita Huberman. “We have long advocated for investments…
The Surrey Board of Trade is very pleased with today’s announcement from the BC Government on the re-build of the Pattullo Bridge and that the province will be stepping up to pay for the construction of a $1.377-billion bridge to replace the aging Pattullo Bridge.The Pattullo Bridge replacement project will be delivered solely by…
Members of the public are invited to join members of the Surrey Board of Trade at the following event:Surrey Board of Trade Business Networking Reception at The Flamingo on February 27, 2018 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. A short presentation will take place at 7:00 pm.Guests will enjoy an evening of beverages, appetizers,…
The Surrey Board of Trade is pleased with BC’s Throne Speech. It’s presentation articulated forthcoming economic investments to support businesses, their employees and enhance livability in our communities.The Surrey Board of Trade heard a focus on a comprehensive housing strategy, education and transportation investments moving forward in a collaborative process with Metro Vancouver Mayors…
SURREY - The Surrey Board of Trade is concerned about the impact of minimum wage increases that will happen over the next 3 years. The increases start June 1, 2018 with a jump to $12.20, increasing annually on June 1 until $15.20 is reached in 2021 – in little over 3 years.“When I presented…
SURREY, BC - A strong and prosperous Canada depends on business growth, but businesses are grappling with the daunting challenges at home and abroad. To help them compete and grow, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and the Surrey Board of Trade have released 10 Ways to Build a Canada that Wins today at the Surrey…
B.C. Finance Minister to Deliver 2018 Post-Budget Breakfast Address to Surrey Board of Trade-Feb. 23
Surrey, B.C. – On Friday, February 23, the Surrey Board of Trade will host the Honourable Carole James, B.C. Minister of Finance, for her first 2018 post-budget breakfast address in Metro Vancouver. In her address, Minister James will give an update on the new provincial budget, its impact to business and discuss the BC Government's…
The Surrey Board of Trade reiterated their position in support of the Kinder Morgan Pipeline Twinning project in the face of recent news that the BC government may restrict or delay this project further.“Despite the BC Government’s decision to further review and consult on the pipeline expansion, the Surrey Board of Trade continues their…