BBOT News

BBOT signs joint letter urging Federal Government action to prevent labour disruption at BC ports


Burnaby, June 20, 2023 – The Burnaby Board of Trade, along with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and 120 other business associations across Canada, signed a joint letter to raise our collective concern over the potential for a labour disruption that would affect British Columbia ports. With the collective agreements between the BC Maritime Employers […]

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Give Your Business a Digital Edge with the Canada Digital Adoption Program


The Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP) can help your business grow its online presence or adopt digital technologies. Small and medium-sized businesses in Canada can access grants and expert advice to increase online sales, attract new customers, cut costs, better manage inventory and more. CDAP’s Grow Your Business Online grant gives you up to $2,400 […]

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Students, employers benefit from more co-op, internship, on-the-job learning


More people will have access to work-integrated learning opportunities, such as co-ops, internships, practicums and community-service-learning opportunities as the Province partners with 13 of B.C.’s public post-secondary institutions. These partnerships will prepare workers for in-demand jobs throughout the province with a focus on rural communities outside the Lower Mainland. This investment is part of the StrongerBC: Future Ready […]

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B.C. minimum wage increases June 1


  On June 1, 2023, B.C.’s lowest-paid workers will get a pay raise with the general minimum wage increasing from $15.65 to $16.75 an hour. “Having a minimum wage that keeps up with inflation is a key step to prevent the lowest paid workers from falling behind,” said Harry Bains, Minister of Labour. “These workers […]

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Local food and beverage industry: Buy BC funding applications now open


B.C.’s food and beverage producers, processors and industry associations can now apply for the next round of Buy BC funding to help increase sales of local food and beverage products, and strengthen the province’s food economy. The Buy BC Partnership Program is providing $2 million this year to help eligible applicants undertake local marketing activities […]

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Mayor Mike Hurley is cooking up a storm for the GV Food Bank Fundraiser


Mayor Mike Hurley is once again participating in the third annual Mayors’ Food Bank Challenge in support of the Greater Vancouver Food Bank (GVFB). Help raise $70,000 in support of the GVFB this May. Drop by for a delicious smokie, cooked by our Mayor Mike Hurley, plus a bag of chips and drink for $10. […]

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GVFB Mayors’ Food Bank Challenge 2023 Fundraiser


It’s time for the return of our annual Mayors’ Food Bank Challenge! For this year’s challenge, the Mayors of Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster, and the City of North Vancouver will come together to raise funds for the Greater Vancouver Food Bank. More and more of your neighbours are turning to food banks to […]

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Burnaby Board of Trade applauds BC Government’s Future Ready Action Plan


May 2, 2023 The Burnaby Board of Trade applauds the release of the BC government’s StrongerBC: Future Ready Action Plan. Given the persistent nature of ongoing skilled labour challenges facing Burnaby businesses, this action plan, along with the investment of $480 million over three years, will help businesses attract and/or train workers with the in-demand […]

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Free event: How Social Purpose Leaders can bring a company’s purpose to life


  Join the Social Purpose Institute as we connect with three social purpose leaders to learn about their purpose journey, and why it’s beneficial for business to adopt and embed a social purpose. If you’ve been thinking of defining your social purpose but haven’t yet made the leap, this discussion will provide actionable steps and […]

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BBOT supports BC Government’s action to identify barriers to foreign credential recognition


The Burnaby Board of Trade applauds the BC government’s announcement to launch a ‘What We Heard’ engagement process to identify barriers facing internationally trained professionals who need their credentials recognized to work in British Columbia’s regulated sectors. The Burnaby Board of Trade has been a leading voice advocating for a streamlined process that quickly recognizes […]

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