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BBOT Member Steamworks Brewery Launches ‘Community Wednesdays’ With Food Truck and Local Beers


Every Wednesday at its Burnaby taproom, Steamworks Brewery is holding “Community Wednesdays” featuring its food truck and local brews. The Steamworks Food Truck will be on site at 3845 William Street from 12pm – 8pm on Wednesdays serving up $5 tacos while the adjacent taproom will be offering $4 16oz brews. Check them out and […]

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The Greater Vancouver Food Bank is looking for volunteers


  With the opening of the schools, changing weather conditions and the increasing of COVID-19 cases, the Greater Vancouver Food Bank is experiencing a decrease in the number of volunteers.  We have seen a 20% increase in new clients since March and as a result volunteers are needed more than ever! We would not be […]

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Could you or an employee benefit from assistive technology to overcome a disability or chronic pain at work? Join WorkBC Assistive Technology Services Webinar


WorkBC Assistive Technology Services Webinar Could you or an employee benefit from assistive technology to overcome a disability or chronic pain at work? WorkBC Assistive Technology Services has you covered. Funding is available now for supports such as: assistive technology, ergonomics, restorative supports, communication and hearing devices, vehicle modifications, and more. To learn more, attend […]

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Chandos Construction Launches Social Purpose “Building Good” Podcast with Tim Coldwell and Jen Hancock


  Welcome to the Building Good Podcast with Tim Coldwell and Jen Hancock, a show that is all about making the world a better place. Whether you are a city planner or project director working to reduce carbon emissions or a non-profit leader passionate about inclusive communities, you’ve stepped onto the correct site. This is […]

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BBOT member Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre Celebrates 20th Anniversary


Burnaby’s Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its official opening on September 22, 2000. Since then, the Centre has welcomed hundreds of thousands of people to visit and participate in its many exhibits, cultural programs, special events, and educational tours designed to promote a better understanding and appreciation by all Canadians […]

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BBOT member Dageraad Brewing Takes Home Canadian Beer Award


  Burnaby’s own Dageraad Brewing has taken home a 2020 Canadian Beer Award for it’s Burnabarian beer — a Belgian-style table beer named for its hometown! Dageraag took home the bronze award in the “Belgian-Style Abbey Ale / Pale Ale” category, adding to its impressive haul of awards over the past several years. Congratulations to […]

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Access Government Funding and Rebates with BBOT member Catax


The SR&ED program is the largest federal funding program to support businesses in their research, innovation, and product development efforts — but many businesses never think they can qualify for the support. Businesses of all kinds can access the SR&ED program, even if you don’t think you would qualify! SR&ED incentives are not just for […]

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BBOT Congratulates Mayor Hurley, and member Henry Reis on Being Named One of Canada’s Top 25 Immigrants of 2020


  The Burnaby Board of Trade is offering our congratulations to the winners of the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards, including two local recipients: Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley and BBOT member Dr. Henry Reis (Integra Eyecare Centre). Presented by BBOT member RBC, the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards is a people’s choice awards program that […]

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Out & About – Queer Experiences of Public Spaces, Presented by Vancity Brentwood & Tri-Cities Branches


Vancity Presents Out & About: Queer Experiences of Public Spaces looks at our understanding of how public spaces are experienced by queer & LGBT2SQ+ persons. How are parks, community programming, and other public spaces experienced by members of LGBTSQ+ communities? How can we make sure that we are creating programming and spaces that queer people […]

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BC JobConnect: Connecting Employers to Newcomers


  The Immigrant Employment Council of BC (IEC-BC) invites you to a webinar to learn about BC JobConnect, a free, online tool designed to help employers with their hiring needs. At the webinar, we will provide you with an overview of BC JobConnect: how it can help you with your talent needs how we can connect you […]

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