PRESS CONFERENCE LINK: https://www.facebook.com/SurreyBoardofTrade/videos/646665117340073Surrey, B.C. – The Surrey Board of Trade is concerned to hear the news that the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), the Honourable Joyce Murray, intends to propose additional closures of salmon farms as part of her British Columbia salmon farming transition plan.Surrey is the hub of salmon…
Monthly archive for May 2023
Today, Surrey Board of Trade’s Policy & Research Manager, Jasroop Gosal, presented on business priorities that should be included in Budget 2024.“We thank the Provincial Government for inviting the Surrey Board of Trade to present in person to the Select Standing Committee on Finance,” said Anita Huberman, President & CEO of the Surrey Board…
INVITATIONPRESS CONFERENCE ON SALMON FARMING INDUSTRYAnnouncement on Jobs, Economic Development, Indigenous Reconciliation at Risk in SurreyDATE: May 31, 2023TIME: 9:00am – 9:30am (Media are asked to arrive by 8:45am)LOCATION: Surrey Board of Trade (#101, 14439-104 Avenue, Surrey, BC)SPEAKERS:Anita Huberman, President & CEO, Surrey Board of TradeBrad Hicks,…
Property Tax Increases Unacceptable and Unsustainable for BusinessesSurrey businesses have begun receiving their property tax bills in the mail. The business community has reached out to the Surrey Board of Trade and indicated substantial increases.“Business classes 5 and 6 have faced enormous cost pressures over the last year,” said Anita Huberman, President and…
The Surrey Board of Trade continues to lead in BC as a key player in instigating change through government advocacy. On June 1-2, the Surrey Board of Trade will seek support for their policies from their peers at the annual BC Chamber of Commerce convention in Whistler, to advance BC’s economy. Details on Surrey Board…
The Surrey Board of Trade will induct Rory Morgan of KSW Lawyers as its new Board Chair, along with business leaders, at their 59th Annual General Meeting (AGM). The June 22 event at the Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel will feature keynote speakers: Minister of Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation, Brenda Bailey, and Minister of State…
The Surrey Board of Trade continues to lead in BC as a key player in instigating change through government advocacy. On June 1-2, the Surrey Board of Trade will seek support for their policies from their peers at the annual BC Chamber of Commerce convention in Whistler, to advance BC’s economy. Details on Surrey Board…
As BC Youth Week comes to an end, Surrey has seen an inspiring range of talent, dedication, leadership amongst our youth. The future of our economy and workforce are bright.The Surrey Board of Trade’s Youth Entrepreneurship and Leadership Portfolio exists because Surrey is a young, rapidly growing city with one-third of its population under…
The Surrey Board of Trade offers our congratulations to King Charles III on his coronation. As part of the Commonwealth, the King will be the personal symbol of allegiance, unity and authority for Canadians. Legislators, ministers, public servants and members of the military and police will all swear allegiance to the King.The coronation of…
Anita Huberman, President and CEO, Surrey Board of Trade“The Surrey Board of Trade and our Surrey International Trade Centre, applauds the BC Government for focusing on an industry-diversified action plan to expand global business connections for local businesses. Surrey is a global city. By leveraging the opportunities of BC's trade strategy, businesses of all sizes can increase…
