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New data released by the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Business Data Lab found 55 per cent of Metro Vancouver businesses expect rising inflation to be the biggest challenge in the coming months.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade welcomes the news that Vancouver City Council has passed a motion to provide funding for additional police officers and nurses to address public safety challenges in the city. 

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, has issued a statement in response to the provincial plan to expand housing supply.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has announced the recipients of the prestigious Rix Awards for 2023. 

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade appointed its 2022-23 board of directors today during its 135th Annual General Meeting.

In an open letter signed by nearly 60 business associations, the Canadian business community is calling on Canada and the United States to restore service to NEXUS and Free and Secure Trade (FAST) applicants as quickly as possible.

The economic environment is increasingly tenuous for many B.C. businesses grappling with rising input costs, a shortage of workers, supply chain disruptions and rising interest rates. B.C. businesses are also concerned the provincial economy is weakening as the global economy shows increasing signs of slowing down.

The Scale-up Centre for SME’s (SCS) at the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is pleased to announce the winners of the 2022 Business Distinction Awards, which were presented to recipients at an in-person ceremony at the Fairmont Hotel Waterfront on Nov. 1, 2022.

New data released by the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Business Data Lab found 65 per cent of Metro Vancouver businesses expect inflation to be the biggest challenge in the coming months.

A new survey of residents, businesses and politicians ahead of the October 15 civic election shows widespread consensus that tackling the affordable housing crisis is the top issue in Metro Vancouver, with growing concerns that affordability and quality of life in the region will continue to get worse over the next four years.  

As the industry associations and stakeholder groups representing British Columbia's hospitality, liquor, tourism, accommodation, and cannabis retail businesses, we are relieved to hear that the B.C. Government and the B.C. General Employees Union (BCGEU) will return to the bargaining table to negotiate an end to this damaging strike. We urge you to find a resolution quickly.

Today, World Trade Centre Vancouver at the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is launching the Digital Transformation Workshop (DTW), designed to help businesses capitalize on all the benefits of a digital reinvention.

Survey finds mounting anxiety as Metro Vancouver businesses face economic uncertainty

Today, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is releasing the results of a survey of our members regarding key issues for the business community in the upcoming municipal elections this fall.

Today, World Trade Centre Vancouver at the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is pleased to announce the 2022 Trade Accelerator Program’s (TAP) Export Plan of the Year Award winners. To date, TAP has helped more than 350 B.C. businesses reach over 40 new international markets, increasing average export revenue growth by 23% within 12 months of completing the program.

On behalf of 23 organizations and our collective membership, we write to express our dismay with changes your government has proposed to the certification provisions of the Labour Relations Code ("the Code"). These changes will have economic repercussions across the province as businesses work to recover from the impacts of COVID-19. They will also needlessly destabilize the labour relations balance in British Columbia.

The Rix Awards are a special initiative of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, presented in honour of the late Dr. Don Rix, who served as the 2008-09 Chair of The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade. The award recipients are chosen each year by a special selection committee and are presented at the Board of Trade's annual Governors' Gala each spring.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade’s President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, issued the following statement today in response to the federal government’s 2022 Budget.

The following associations are surprised by the introduction of amendments to Bill 10 by the BC government, which proposes substantive change to the Labour Relations Code without any meaningful consultation with employers, and at a time when many businesses are still reeling from the pandemic.

An inaugural class of Metro Vancouver business leaders spanning many sectors are accessing a new training program to put ESG practices into action.

We welcome the nomination of Michel Leblanc, President and CEO, Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal, as Chair of the Canadian Global Cities Council (CGCC) and of Bridgitte Anderson, President and CEO of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, as CGCC Vice Chair.

In response to the release of the 2022 Budget, Bridgitte Anderson, President and CEO of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, made the following statement:

In response to the release of the B.C. Government’s economic plan, StrongerBC, Bridgitte Anderson, President and CEO of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, made the following statement.

Bridgitte Anderson, President and CEO of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, made the following statement responding to the easing of COVID-19 restrictions.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) are excited to announce the launch of the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Fundamentals Microcredential, an ambitious and innovative program designed to equip British Columbians with the skills and training to position our region at the forefront of the global ESG movement.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade will present its prestigious Rix Award for Engaged Community Citizenship to Musqueam Indian Band Chief Wayne Sparrow at the annual Governor’s Gala this spring, in recognition of his remarkable accomplishments advancing economic reconciliation and supporting athletic programs for youth.

Bridgitte Anderson, President and CEO of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, made the following statement regarding the announcement of an employer-paid sick leave program in British Columbia.

Bridgitte Anderson, President and CEO of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, made the following statement. "The events of the past few days have been incredibly challenging for our province. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of those affected."

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade appointed its 2021-22 board of directors today during its 134th Annual General Meeting.

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson has issued a statement regarding the Provincial Government’s plan to defer logging on 2.6 million hectares of forests in B.C.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, through The Board of Trade Foundation and the Rix Centre for Leadership, is pleased to announce the Engaged Leadership Program.

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson issued the following statement today in response to announcements from the Federal Government regarding a national vaccine certification system and changes to financial supports for businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

$4.3 billion industry under threat without meaningful and urgent engagement between governments

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson released the following statement in response to news that restrictions on indoor gatherings will be relaxed on Oct. 25.

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson has released the following statement in response to news that the United States will soon allow fully vaccinated Canadians to cross at land borders.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is pleased to welcome RBC, Canada’s biggest bank, into the circle of Pillar Partners.

Today marks four years since World Trade Centre Vancouver at the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade launched the Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) in British Columbia, with the goal of increasing the export capacity of small and medium-sized businesses in our province.

In collaboration with Mustel Group, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade conducted a survey of Metro Vancouver residents and the business community to understand the factors that will affect the election.

Today, Premier John Horgan and Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry announced the implementation of the B.C. Vaccine Card, which will be required for certain activities, including both indoor and outdoor dining, sporting events, and organized indoor events starting Sept.13.

Today, Premier John Horgan and Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry announced the implementation of the B.C. Vaccine Card, which will be required for certain activities, including both indoor and outdoor dining, sporting events, and organized indoor events starting Sept.13.

Today, the Federal Government announced a two-step process for the easing of border restrictions, first for the U.S. and then for all fully vaccinated international travellers.

More than 15 months into the global pandemic, the provincial government has announced that as of July 1, we will be moving to Step 3 of the B.C. Restart Plan.

Today, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is releasing the results of a member survey conducted by Mustel Group to assess the status of the business community's pandemic recovery.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, together with the members of the Canadian Travel and Tourism Roundtable ("The Roundtable"), is urging the federal government, in collaboration with the provinces, to release an implementation plan based on the recommendations made in the COVID-19 Testing and Screening Expert Advisory Panel (Expert Panel) report.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade welcomes the B.C. reopening plan announced today.

Today, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is releasing the results of the 2021 Transportation Survey. The survey was commissioned to create a better understanding of the impacts of the pandemic on transportation habits across the region and the extent to which those changes will become permanent.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has been working with the business community and provincial government since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, calling on the federal government to implement a national sick leave program to address the ongoing public health crisis.

GVBOT report highlights key factors that will determine the future of the sector in British Columbia.

“This year has been incredibly challenging for everyone and unlike anything we’ve ever experienced. We welcome the continued investment of initiatives announced in the fall to support businesses affected by the pandemic as well as additional support to those affected by recent health orders, including tourism and hospitality,” said Bridgitte Anderson, President and CEO of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade.  

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade welcomes the extension of critical financial supports, including the wage and rent subsidies as well as significant child care funding.

Over a year into the global pandemic, the federal government announced a package of reimbursable supports available to the airline sector and taken up by Air Canada.In response, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, released the following statement:

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted every aspect of our lives. Since the start of the pandemic, the business community has worked tirelessly to adapt while supporting workers, families and the broader community. Despite the business challenges faced, we know there is no better investment than supporting and nurturing positive mental health in our workplace and community.

The B.C. Government announced today that businesses impacted by the public health orders and guidelines announced on March 29, 2021 will be eligible for support. In response, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, released the following statement:

Recently we sent our 2021-22 budget submission to the Government of Canada. Our submission focuses on three things: People, Investment, and Transformation.

Today, the federal government announced $14.9 billion for public transit projects over the next eight years, including $3 billion in permanent funding beginning in 2026-27. In response, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, released the following statement:  

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade’s Scale-up Centre for SMEs (SCS) has announced the 22 nominees for its inaugural Business Reinvention Awards. 

GVBOT survey reveals lost revenues during the holiday season and an uncertain outlook for 2021. 

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is proud to join the Government of Canada's 50-30 Challenge.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade appointed its 2020-21 board of directors today during its 133rd Annual General Meeting.

21% of British Columbians have, or live with someone who has, been tested for COVID-19. That is one of the headline findings of a new survey, that examines the changing nature of health care in the wake of the global pandemic. 

One-in-four businesses in Greater Vancouver do not expect to survive more than 12 months under current economic conditions.

Today, the provincial government unveiled its Economic Recovery Plan. In response, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade released the following statement:

Today, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade (GVBOT) announced the Advisory Committee of the Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Council (DLC) which is an evolution of the Women's Leadership Council (WLC).

Today, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade (GVBOT) launched its Economic Recovery Plan, presenting a clear path forward to meet the challenges posed by COVID-19.

The CEOs of Canada's nine largest chambers of commerce – from regions that are home to over half of the country's population and businesses – try and fail to send locally-produced goods, such as alcohol, to each other. Why? Because interprovincial trade barriers prevent it.

While British Columbia has entered phase three of its Restart Plan, two-thirds (65%) of businesses surveyed are using some form of government support. Businesses expect a substantial “second wave” of negative impacts should these programs expire too quickly.

In response, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, released the following statement today:

British Columbia's leading business associations representing small, medium and large employers wish to thank Premier John Horgan and Minister of Labour, Honourable Harry Bains, for listening and acting on our collective call for the government to extend the temporary layoff time limits of the Employment Standards Act to August 30, 2020.

Business organizations representing almost all of British Columbia’s 500,000 business are frustrated by Labour Minister Harry Bains refusal to appreciate the severity of current business challenges.

COVID-19 has caused unprecedented economic harm to businesses in Greater Vancouver. Only one-in-four (26%) businesses impacted by COVID-19 feel able to restart and operate profitably with the gradual easing of restrictions.

It is becoming increasingly evident that the prosperity of the region will depend on our ability to effectively manage our post COVID-19 recovery while addressing pressing regional transportation issues and advancing priority projects.

While British Columbia has entered phase two of its Restart Plan, only one-in-four (26%) businesses impacted by COVID-19 feel able to restart and operate profitably with the gradual easing of restrictions.

We have all worked really hard to help flatten the curve and now it’s time to start understanding the steps we need to take inorder to make our workplaces safe for our employees, guests, and customers. Here are some helpful tips to get you started.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is pleased to announce the evolution of two Signature Programs. The Small Business Council will transition to the Scale-up Business Centre for SMEs. Further, the Women's Leadership Council will transition to the Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Council. Both programs will launch in August 2020.

Yesterday, Premier John Horgan announced the Province's four phase plan to re-open our economy. After a very challenging two months, we need a way forward that prioritizes the health of British Columbians while enabling our economy to recover.

British Columbia has done a good job of flattening the curve in the ongoing fight against COVID-19 through the leadership of the provincial government and public health professionals, and because British Columbians have done their part. This Team BC approach has worked to help protect the health of British Columbians. We now need to apply this same approach to advancing economic recovery safely.

The COVID-19 crisis is deepening for British Columbia businesses with four-in-ten (43%) of those surveyed stating they can only continue to operate for up to three months under current restrictions. For businesses temporarily closed, the future is similarly dire, with only half (53%) expecting to reopen once the restrictions are eased on workplace operations, while 38% are unsure, and 8% will not reopen.

The COVID-19 crisis is significantly hurting British Columbia businesses and their employees.  In the past two weeks alone, approximately half of the 1,900 businesses surveyed have experienced revenue decreases of 75% or more, while two-thirds have seen revenues drop by 50% or more. This is according to a survey of the members of the BC Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and the Business Council of British Columbia, and other partners, with the assistance of the Mustel...

The BC business community has announced the creation of the COVID-19 Cabinet, to address the significant impacts on our economy in these unprecedented times.

We have compiled a list of resources and links to support your business during the COVID-19 pandemic.

A growing chorus of business, Indigenous and community leaders are calling for a commitment to certainty and future prosperity following weeks of economic disruption.

On behalf of thousands of businesses across the Lower Mainland, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has given the 2020-21 Provincial Budget an overall grade of B-.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is thrilled to hear that ridesharing has been approved to operate in the Lower Mainland and Whistler.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade will pay tribute to Joe Segal and CN this June

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is deeply concerned about the looming possibility of a system-wide shutdown of bus and SeaBus service this week in the Lower Mainland.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade appointed its 2019-20 board of directors today during its 132nd Annual General Meeting.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade announced today that Bridgitte Anderson will assume the role of President and CEO beginning next month.

The key to Canada’s long-term economic and social prosperity is unlocking the country’s workforce participation through strategic immigration and investments in lifelong learning, says the Canadian Global Cities Council in the Talent playbook of its Agenda for Growth campaign.

At a news conference this morning in Halifax, the Canadian Global Cities Council called on the campaigning federal parties to support the development of a National Urban Strategy to help cities build the infrastructure they need to support Canada’s economic competitiveness.

VoteLocal poll finds majority of residents believe climate change is an emergency; federal taxes and an increased regulatory burden are the key concerns for businesses

Canada has carved out an enviable position as an innovation powerhouse on the global stage creating business opportunities and jobs, but to rest on our laurels, or backtrack on the gains made is to risk Canada’s future prosperity, warns the Canadian Global Cities Council.

Today the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade released a new report exploring how the federal government can help improve housing affordability and availability in our region.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has sent its pre-budget submission to the B.C. Government, calling on the Province to consider our priority areas and policy recommendations for Budget 2020-21.

A farewell message from President and CEO Iain Black, as he prepares to embark on the next chapter of his career. 

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade welcomes today’s decision by the federal government to approve the Trans Mountain Expansion Project.

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Employers can expect significant changes to the BC Labour Relations Code and BC Employment Standards Act to be introduced soon, which would impact many Members of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade.

World Trade Centre Vancouver is excited to announce that the Government of Canada has pledged $1.5 million in support of its Trade Accelerator Program.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade's board of directors learned this morning that President and CEO Iain Black plans to leave the organization to commence the next chapter of his career.

The Government of British Columbia has introduced legislation to complete the fiscal framework for LNG investment in our province.

In Ottawa today, the federal government unveiled its 2019 budget. This was the government’s final budget in advance of a planned election this October.

Earlier today, the National Energy Board released its reconsideration report on the Trans Mountain Expansion Project, which recommends to the federal government that the project should move ahead, given that it is in the Canadian public interest.

On behalf of thousands of businesses across the Lower Mainland, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has given the 2019-20 Provincial Budget an overall grade of "B-."

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has issued the following statement in support of LNG Canada ahead of the 16th Annual BC Natural Resources Forum.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is excited to announce a new Pillar Partnership with Canada’s largest domestic and international airline, Air Canada.

The 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama, is coming to Vancouver for a special event hosted by the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade on March 5.

This afternoon it was announced that British Columbians have resoundingly voted in favour of maintaining our province’s first-past-the-post electoral system.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is disappointed by today’s announcement that the George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project will be further delayed by at least another two years.

This holiday season, the CGCC and its partners in the beverage alcohol sector are calling on the First Ministers to give Canadians the gift of more robust internal trade at their meeting this Friday.

A group of 13 business and industry associations responded today to recommendations by the BC Labour Relations Code Review Panel.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is pleased to announce the second program offered by its subsidiary, World Trade Centre Vancouver, aimed at permanently increasing the export capacity of B.C.'s small and medium-sized businesses.

Earlier today Canada’s Minister of Finance Bill Morneau delivered the Fall Economic Statement, which included some encouraging news for the business community in British Columbia.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade will honour iconic B.C. company Ledcor as well as Robert and Lily Lee at the 32nd Annual Governors' Banquet next spring.

We are very pleased to announce that World Trade Centre Vancouver and MAPLE Business Council have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote greater bilateral business collaboration between Vancouver and Southern California..

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is thrilled to learn of the historic announcement that LNG Canada will invest $40 billion to build the world’s cleanest LNG facility in Kitimat, British Columbia.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade applauds the successful conclusion of negotiations that have produced a draft agreement to replace NAFTA: the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.

World Trade Centre Vancouver released new research today on our region’s economy and key export markets around the world for Greater Vancouver’s products and services.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is most concerned that the Federal Court of Appeal has essentially halted the Trans Mountain Expansion Project with its decision earlier today.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade applauds today's Government of Canada announcement that the major credit card companies operating in Canada have agreed to reduce their fees charged to merchants by 10 basis points, to an average rate of 1.4 percent annually, effective in 2020.

The one and only Ellen DeGeneres will be coming to Vancouver for a moderated Q&A conversation on Friday, October 19, Live at Rogers Arena presented by TD Bank and hosted by the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is disappointed by today’s announcement that British Columbia will not introduce ridesharing services until Fall 2019 at the earliest.

Earlier today, the Government of British Columbia announced that all public infrastructure projects will be subject to project labour agreements, which require companies to hire only pre-approved unionized workers if they win bids on government projects.

Today, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and Independent Contractors and Businesses Association released an independent survey of business owners on the impacts of the B.C. government’s new Employer Health Payroll Tax, which was unveiled in BC Budget 2018-19.

Jill Earthy and Lois Nahirney honoured for their work on the WE FOR SHE movement to achieve gender equality

Building on the seminal work of the inaugural Scorecard 2016, this year's report includes a comprehensive analysis of how the Greater Vancouver region stacks up against 19 of its competitors on a myriad of social and economic indicators.

More than three dozen World Trade Centers from across the globe officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding on agriculture during the WTCA's 49th General Assembly in Leeuwarden, Netherlands.

Today, the Government of Canada announced it will assert federal jurisdiction through pending legislation and begin discussions with Kinder Morgan on the financial framework for a potential taxpayer-funded investment in the Trans Mountain Expansion Project to mitigate the risk created by the B.C. Government’s continued opposition to the project.

A growing movement of more than 70 business, industry and community groups, representing hundreds of thousands of British Columbians and Canadians, have come together over the last two days to sign a joint letter calling on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Premiers John Horgan and Rachel Notley to resolve the impasse on the Trans Mountain Pipeline project.

In response to the announcement by Kinder Morgan Canada Ltd. that it is suspending non-essential work on the federally-approved Trans Mountain Expansion Project, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade calls on the B.C. government to immediately end its tactics to endanger, delay or block the project.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade welcomes today's announcement by the B.C. government to improve our jurisdiction's competitiveness for bringing British Columbia LNG projects across the finish line.

Upon receiving news that past Board of Trade Chair Janet Austin will be B.C.'s next Lieutenant Governor, Iain Black and Anne Giardini penned a congratulatory letter on behalf of our organization.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has joined 12 other business organizations from across the province in endorsing a joint submission to the B.C. Labour Relations Code Review Panel.

Our Government Budget and Finance Committee takes a deep dive into the 2018-19 Federal Budget.

In a Message to Members, President and CEO Iain Black shares a brief overview of Federal Budget 2018 and four key highlights for the B.C. business community.

On behalf of thousands of businesses across the Lower Mainland, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has given the 2018-19 Provincial Budget an overall grade of "C+.

Our President and CEO Iain Black shares some of GVBOT's priorities ahead of tomorrow's provincial budget.

The B.C. government is supporting the advancement of women in the workplace and the global economy with its involvement in this year’s We for She conference.

The Canadian Global Cities Council, a coalition of Canada’s eight largest urban regional chambers of commerce, is calling for a national urban strategy to advance infrastructure delivery.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade prepared this joint memo with the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce analyzing the potential consequences if NAFTA were to collapse. 

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is concerned that the announcement by the B.C. government of a further regulatory process around spill response may send a chilling signal about British Columbia’s openness for business, attractiveness for foreign investment, and predictability or reliability of our environmental regulatory system.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is excited to announce that the Honourable Rachel Notley, Premier of Alberta, will deliver the keynote address at its 2017 Energy Forum on Nov. 30.

On behalf of The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade (the "GVBOT"), we respectfully make this submission as part of the Select Standing Committee on Crown Corporations' inquiry into ride-hailing. Our comments reflect the concerns and priorities of the GVBOT Directors and our over 5,000 member businesses from across the Greater Vancouver region.

Former U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama will take part in a second special event hosted by the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade. "A Moderated Conversation with Former U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama" will take place on the afternoon of February 15, 2018. Like the sold-out evening engagement, this event will take place at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver.

Due to overwhelming interest by Members of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, all tickets to this unique conversation with Former U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama have now been sold. As Members have purchased all of the available tickets, there will be no sale to the general public.

Former U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama will be in Vancouver on February 15, 2018 for a special event hosted by the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade applauds the B.C. government for its decision to proceed with construction of the Site C dam.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade will honour iconic B.C. company Beedie as well as Gordon and Leslie Diamond at the 2018 Governors' Banquet next spring.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is pleased to announce several new additions to its Public Policy and Advocacy team.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is excited to announce that the Honourable Rachel Notley, Premier of Alberta, will deliver the keynote address at its 2017 Energy Forum on Nov. 30.

The North American Strategy for Competitiveness (NASCO) announced its 2018 tri-national conference will be held in Vancouver next fall, to address issues and discuss solutions to the rapidly changing state of international business and its impact on global trade.

Today, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade calls on all Members of the Legislative Assembly to work together to enable British Columbians to access innovative transportation options.

Earlier today the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade made its formal submission to government regarding proposed tax changes for controlled private corporations.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is pleased to announce the first program offered by World Trade Centre Vancouver aimed at permanently increasing the export capacity of B.C.'s small- and medium-sized businesses.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade represented the interests of its Members and the Lower Mainland's business community at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce AGM in New Brunswick this past weekend.

A message from President and CEO Iain Black at the 2017 AGM of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce.

In today's issue of The Province newspaper, Board of Trade President and CEO Iain Black writes about Ottawa's proposed tax changes and the #HitThePauseButton campaign.

Earlier today British Columbia's new government released a budget update in Victoria.

In this Message to Members, Board of Trade President and CEO Iain Black discusses the federal government's proposed changes to business taxes.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has released results from its first post-election Member Survey, which found that businesses across the Lower Mainland are anxious about the province’s economic future given the uncertain political situation in Victoria.

All five resolutions submitted or supported by the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade were adopted at the BC Chamber of Commerce's 2017 AGM in Victoria, including a key resolution on the governance of Canada's ports and airports.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade released a new report today on the region’s housing affordability crunch that identifies seven steps local governments can take to help unlock housing supply and improve affordability for residents.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is excited to enter into a $2.5-million partnership with the B.C. Government aimed at permanently increasing the export capacity of B.C.'s small- and medium-sized businesses (SMEs).

On behalf of its thousands of Members across the Lower Mainland, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has assigned an overall grade of "B" on its 2017 Federal Budget Report Card.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade applauds today's news that the Provincial Government is shifting gears and moving towards the introduction of ridesharing in B.C. and the modernization of the taxi industry.

On behalf of thousands of businesses across the Lower Mainland, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has given the 2017-18 Provincial Budget an overall grade of "A."

With less than 100 days until the May 9 B.C. Election, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has released its 2017 Provincial Election Platform, which outlines key issues and priorities of the regional business community and makes a series of recommendations to the parties running to form the next Provincial Government.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade welcomes today’s announcement that the Province of British Columbia has granted environmental assessment approval to the Trans Mountain Expansion Project and that the Province’s five conditions for the project have been satisfied.

The Canadian Global Cities Council, a coalition of Canada’s eight largest urban regional chambers of commerce, is calling for airport policy reform to align Canada with global best practices, and for our international airports to be factored into transit infrastructure planning by all levels of government.   

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade welcomes today's news that the Federal Government has approved the proposed Trans Mountain pipeline expansion between Strathcona County, AB and Burnaby, B.C.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has announced it will honour Michael Audain, Yoshi Karasawa and Whistler Blackcomb during its 30th Annual Governors' Banquet and Rix Awards on April 3, 2017.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is throwing its support behind Phase One of the 10-Year Vision for Metro Vancouver Transit and Transportation proposed by the region's Mayors.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is once again urging the Provincial Government to make changes to passenger transportation regulations, to allow innovative transportation options such as ridesharing and enhance the competitiveness of the taxi industry.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade welcomes today's announcement that the federal government has approved the Pacific NorthWest LNG project, subject to 190 conditions.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade’s Company of Young Professionals program is expanding across the region, as part of an exciting new partnership with the Richmond Chamber of Commerce, the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, and the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade had four policy resolutions adopted at the 2016 Canadian Chamber of Commerce AGM in Regina this past weekend.

In this Vancouver Sun op-ed, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, Richmond Chamber of Commerce, and Delta Chamber of Commerce outline the economic importance of the Highway 99 corridor and Massey Tunnel replacement to our regional economy.

In this Message to Members, President and CEO Iain Black unveils the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade's five inaugural Pillar Partners.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade applauds the provincial and federal governments for committing $616 million earlier today towards transit initiatives across the region.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade’s seven policy resolutions were adopted at this week’s BC Chamber of Commerce AGM in Kelowna. The seven resolutions put forward by the Board of Trade address pressing issues identified by the recently released Greater Vancouver Economic Scorecard, including housing, infrastructure, and improved regional coordination.

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade welcomes today's news that the NEB has conditionally approved the proposed $5.4-billion dollar pipeline expansion between Strathcona County, AB and Burnaby B.C. Now we urge the Federal Government, following its interim review process for pipelines, to respect the science-based regulatory process of the NEB and approve the project based on the expert opinion of Canada's independent regulator.

Today, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade released a new Greater Vancouver Economic Scorecard ranking for the Greater Vancouver region in relation to 19 other international metropolitan regions on key economic and social indicators. The Scorecard aims to measure Vancouver's strengths and weaknesses in attracting labour and business investment.

In this Message to Members, President and CEO Iain Black discusses the provincial government's decision to increase B.C.'s minimum wage to $11.25 by next fall.

On behalf of its thousands of Members across the Lower Mainland, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has assigned an overall grade of "B" on its 2016 Federal Budget Report Card.

After nearly 130 years of dedicated service to businesses across the region, our organization has adopted a new logo and name — the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade.

A new paper by the Board of Trade recommends the Provincial Government introduce new regulations that would pave the way for ridesharing across the province, while also launching a review of the Passenger Transportation Act and overhauling regulations to enable the traditional taxi industry to be more competitive.

On behalf of thousands of businesses across the Greater Vancouver region, the Board of Trade assigned an overall grade of "A" to the 2016-17 Provincial Budget, based on the government's commitment to disciplined spending, paying down direct operating debt, and improving B.C.'s tax competitiveness.

At a special General Meeting held on Jan. 15, 2016, our Members voted overwhelmingly to change our organization's name to the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade.

The Vancouver Board of Trade is calling on the federal government to invest in transit and trade-enabling projects across the Greater Vancouver region, as part of its pre-budget consultations with the Department of Finance Canada.

The Vancouver Board of Trade's Chair has called a general meeting in order to vote on the following resolution:

The Vancouver Board of Trade welcomes this morning’s release of the Project Definition Report and Project Business Case for the estimated $3.5-billion project and launching of the third phase of public consultation on the George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project.

In this Message to Members, The Vancouver Board of Trade's President and CEO, Iain Black, discusses what Greater Vancouver's business community can expect from some of Canada's newly appointed cabinet ministers.

The Vancouver Board of Trade welcomes this morning’s announcement that the members of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) have successfully concluded negotiations on a historic free trade agreement in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Vancouver Board of Trade welcomes today’s announcement that Jon Garson has been selected as the new President and CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce.

"This is exceptional news, not only for British Columbians who travel for business or pleasure, but also for thousands of business owners and employees across the Greater Vancouver region,” said Iain Black, President and CEO of The Vancouver Board of Trade.

In his second message to Members, 2015-16 Chair Tim Manning focuses on some of the bright spots in B.C.’s economy, despite economic uncertainty around the globe.

Note: This op-ed was originally published in The Vancouver Sun on Sept. 4, 2015. Iain Black, President and CEO of The Vancouver Board of Trade.

In his first message to Members, 2015-16 Chair Tim Manning outlines his three priorities for the year ahead: diversity, youth, and the launch of a Regional Economic Scorecard.

From the desk of the President & CEO Earlier today Premier Christy Clark announced changes in cabinet responsibilities. This communication summarizes those changes, and offers some commentary to you as business leaders in Greater Vancouver.

Re: 2015 Metro Vancouver Transportation and Transit Plebiscite Results “First and foremost, I’d like to thank The Vancouver Board of Trade’s thousands of members and partners, who have shown a tremendous amount of support for our organization over the past six months, as we poured time, energy and resources into this unprecedented referendum campaign,” said Iain Black, President and CEO of The Vancouver Board of Trade and one of the Better Transit and Transportation Coalition’s four co-chairs.

At The Vancouver Board of Trade's 128th AGM, incoming Chair Tim Manning announced an unprecedented decision to elect more women than men to the board of directors — something that has not happened before in the organization’s history.

Today, the WEB Alliance of Women's Business Networks announced the release of a new report, Women as a Catalyst for Growth: A BC Action Plan, which identifies key barriers and solutions to increasing the economic impact of women in British Columbia.

The Vancouver Board of Trade, representing thousands of businesses across Greater Vancouver and B.C., has assigned an overall grade of "A-" to Federal Budget 2015. This grade was awarded as a result of the budget's focus on incentives to promote small and medium-sized businesses, improve gender diversity in business, and bolster national infrastructure.

Organizers behind the Better Transportation and Transit Coalition (BTTC) gathered for a noisy mid-campaign rally at the Simon Fraser University Wosk Centre for Dialogue.

"We need these services!” With that clear declaration, Lorraine Logan, on behalf of the Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) of British Columbia, became one of the most recent signatories to the Better Transit and Transportation Coalition. “We’re recommending to all our members: vote Yes,” Logan said.

The Better Transit and Transportation Coalition is pleased today to welcome nine associations representing tens of thousands of post-secondary students in Metro Vancouver to the Yes campaign.

YWCA Metro Vancouver has joined the Better Transit and Transportation Coalition, highlighting the important role that transit plays – now and in the future – for many local families.

The Vancouver Board of Trade, representing 5,000 business members across Greater Vancouver and B.C., has assigned an overall grade of “A” to B.C. Budget 2015, based on the government’s steadfast commitment to balancing the books, reducing debt, and stoking a variety of sectors of our economy.

The BC Chamber, Downtown Surrey Business Improvement Association and the Vancouver Board of Trade welcomed the government's commitment that the Metro Vancouver Congestion Tax will be a simple extension of the PST rather than a new, separate tax structure.

Victory for the "Yes" vote in Metro Vancouver's upcoming transportation referendum will benefit people from all walks of life, according to the broad-based Better Transit and Transportation Coalition, which calls the referendum "one of the most important decisions facing our region for the next generation."

The Vancouver Board of Trade has joined a new coalition to support increased investment in regional transit and transportation improvements.

The Vancouver Board of Trade has joined forces with Insights West and Miles Employment Group to launch the second annual Dream Employers of BC Survey.The Vancouver Board of Trade has joined forces with Insights West and Miles Employment Group to launch the second annual Dream Employers of BC Survey....

The Vancouver Board of Trade reveals the 2015 winners of its Rix Awards for Community and Corporate Citizenship, which honour one outstanding individual and one exemplary organization each year, in memory of the late Dr. Don Rix.

The Vancouver Board of Trade applauds today's announcement that the Province will formally review Metro Vancouver's solid waste management plan.

With only one month remaining before Vancouverites head to the polls, The Vancouver Board of Trade has released results from its 2014 Municipal Election Survey, giving insights into some of the top priorities and concerns of Greater Vancouver's business community.Tue Oct 14 2014

The Vancouver Board of Trade’s President and CEO, Iain Black, sent a letter to Mayor Gregor Robertson, city councillors, and Parks Board commissioners yesterday afternoon outlining our organization’s support for the Vancouver Aquarium and its current cetacean policy.

Today, chambers of commerce from the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley released a new research study which concludes that $50 billion in economic development along the Lower Fraser River is at risk unless all levels of government act now to address the serious issues facing the river.

We are facing incredible economic opportunities here in British Columbia. The liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector alone has the potential for nearly $175 billion in industry investment and up to 100,000 jobs in B.C. over the next decade.

OPEN LETTER TO THE EDITOR Re: "Port Metro Vancouver not the correct landlord for Granville Island," Vancouver Sun, July, 2, 2014

Earlier today, representatives from The Vancouver Board of Trade attended a stakeholder briefing at TransLink's office, prior to the public release of the Mayors' Council 30-Year Transportation Strategy for Metro Vancouver.

Dear Members, I write asking your indulgence on a matter that has little to do with business, per se... other than to note that in absence of it our way of actually conducting business today would almost certainly be fundamentally restricted.

The Vancouver Board of Trade has sent a letter to Mayor Richard Walton, Chair of the Mayors' Council on Regional Transportation, outlining a number of priorities for the movement of goods and people throughout Metro Vancouver. The letter, which was sent by Board of Trade President and CEO Iain Black, aims to "assist the region's Mayors in the preparation of a regional transportation vision." Included in the letter is "The Vancouver Board of Trade's Principles for Regional Transportation," a list developed...

The Vancouver Board of Trade (the "Board") is pleased to announce that the nearly 550 members of the Kitsilano Chamber of Commerce ("KCC") voted overwhelmingly Tuesday night at their Annual General Meeting in favour of joining the Vancouver Board of Trade, and the subsequent orderly wind-down of KCC.

Last week, The Vancouver Board of Trade submitted additional feedback to the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) regarding proposed regulatory changes that would increase the involvement of women on corporate boards and in senior management positions.

The Vancouver Board of Trade does NOT use the OpenSSL software library on our website that is vulnerable to the Heartbleed software bug. Members of our organization can use our website with confidence, knowing their data is not at risk.

The Vancouver Board of Trade welcomes today's news that Canada and South Korea have reached a historic free trade agreement — a move that will strengthen ties with a key trading partner for many businesses across Metro Vancouver and B.C.Tuesday,

The Vancouver Board of Trade is expressing grave concerns about a looming work stoppage planned by Unifor and the United Truckers Association (UTA), which would seriously affect operations at Port Metro Vancouver — the largest and busiest port in Canada.

Justin Trudeau, Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, will deliver a keynote address to B.C.’s business leaders on Friday, April 11, at The Vancouver Board of Trade.

Finance Minister Mike de Jong may have called this year's provincial budget a "triple B" effort (a "boring balanced budget"), but The Vancouver Board of Trade thinks today's budget deserved a B+.

Feb. 17-21, 2014, has been proclaimed Chamber of Commerce Week in B.C.

The Vancouver Board of Trade, representing thousands of businesses in British Columbia, has assigned an overall grade of "B+" to Economic Action Plan 2014, based on strong progress towards a surplus budget and overall focus on fiscal prudence.

The Vancouver Board of Trade welcomes yesterday's announcement that a referendum on transit funding in Metro Vancouver could be delayed, and urges the provincial government to push back the referendum date to June 30, 2015, in order to give the public ample time to consider the referendum question and its implications.