The Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT) and the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce (SSWRC) extend their congratulations to Mark Carney on his victory in the Liberal Party of Canada leadership election. As the new leader of the Liberal Party, Carney’s leadership brings an exciting opportunity for continued collaboration with the Federal Government…
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In response to the United States’ unjustified decision to impose tariffs on Canadian goods, Canada’s First Ministers have recognized the need for bold and united action to enhance economic resilience. The Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT) and South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce (SSWRC) support immediate steps to strengthen Canada’s domestic economy, reduce…
Today, the Surrey Board of Trade’s Interim Spokesperson and Policy & Research Manager, Jasroop Gosal, was in Victoria at the BC Budget lock up to hear the BC Government’s 2025 Budget and Three-Year Fiscal Plan before it was released to the public.“This budget needed to support the economy, but it missed that mark,” said…
Today's imposition of new US tariffs may create uncertainty for businesses in our region, especially those involved in cross-border trade. At the Surrey Board of Trade and the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce, we understand the challenges this may bring — and we want you to know that we’re here to support…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 26, 2025SBOT & SSWR Chamber Raise Alarms with Release of US Tariff Survey Results – Decisive Government Action and Support NeededThe Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT) and South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce (SSWRC) are raising alarms over the significant risks posed by potential US tariffs…
The Surrey Board of Trade is cautiously optimistic that US President Trump has decided to pause the implementation of 25% tariffs across the board and 10% tariffs on energy. While this does provide some reprieve, we still need to stand ready if and when tariffs are implemented.Canada has committed to implementing a $1.3 billion…
The Surrey Board of Trade is deeply disappointed in the United States’ announcement that 25% tariffs on Canadian imports and 10% tariff on energy will take effect on Tuesday, February 4. The President has decided to not only tarnish the historic and deeply interconnected relationship that Canada and the United States have had, but to…
Surrey, BC – The Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT), representing over 3,000 businesses, strongly supports the City of Surrey’s South Campbell Heights Local Area Plan and the associated Zoning By-law Amendment.The plan is critical for addressing the industrial land shortage that has constrained business growth and investment in Surrey and across the Metro Vancouver…
The Surrey Board of Trade has released its Federal Housing Initiatives Survey Results report providing comments in response to the consultation on confronting the financialization of housing. Following the Federal Government’s recent announcements of new actions designed to lower the cost of housing, SBOT sought to ensure that the business community’s perspective is considered in…
The Surrey Board of Trade welcomes the measures in the 2024 Fall Economic Statement aimed at spurring innovation and investment. However, concerns remain about Canada’s economic competitiveness and the lack of measures to address the growing federal deficit, which risks long-term economic stability.“Surrey businesses are feeling the pressure of an underperforming economy and a…
