The Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT) and South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce (SSWRC) welcome the 2025 Speech from the Throne, delivered yesterday by His Majesty King Charles III, which outlined the Federal Government’s agenda for the new parliamentary session. The speech emphasized a strong, secure, and self-reliant Canada - principles that reflect…
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The Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT) and the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce (SSWRC) are expressing concern about the potential impacts of a Canada Post labour disruption following the Canadian Union of Postal Workers’ notice of a possible strike as early as Friday, May 23 at 12:00 a.m.While we respect the…
The Surrey Board of Trade and the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce congratulate Prime Minister Mark Carney and the newly appointed members of the federal Cabinet, announced yesterday in Ottawa.“As Surrey and White Rock continue their rapid growth and economic evolution, the business community is looking to the Federal Government for…
The Surrey Board of Trade, South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce and Cloverdale District Chamber of Commerce are responding to recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump proposing a 100% tariff on foreign-made films entering the United States, a move that could disrupt one of the most deeply interconnected creative industries in the…
The Surrey Board of Trade and the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce congratulate Prime Minister Mark Carney on his election victory and look forward to working collaboratively with the new Federal Government to strengthen Canada’s economy and communities."Canada’s future prosperity depends on bold, decisive leadership," said Joslyn Young, CEO of the…
SBOT, SSWR Chamber and SABA to Host 2025 Federal Election Candidates Event for Surrey and White Rock
The 2025 Federal Election is set to take place on Monday, April 28. This election will redefine Canada’s leadership at a time of global uncertainty and economic shifts. The Surrey Board of Trade, the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce and the South Asian Business Association of BC are pleased to provide an…
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…
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…
