BBOT News
BBOT applauds federal government’s decision to approve Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project
April 21st, 2023April 21, 2023 The Burnaby Board of Trade welcomes the federal government’s decision to approve the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 (RBT2) Project following a comprehensive environmental review that started back in 2013. The Burnaby Board of Trade has been a consistent champion for building trade-enabling infrastructure that will create sustainable economic growth in support of […]
Read more...BBOT Statement on Provincial Life Science and Biomanufacturing Strategy
April 18th, 2023BC GOVERNMENT DELIVERS A BIOMANUFACTURING STRATEGY THAT POSITIONS OUR LIFE SCIENCE SECTOR AS A GLOBAL LEADER Burnaby, April 17, 2023 – The Burnaby Board of Trade applauds the announcement unveiling the provincial government’s anticipated “Life Science and Biomanufacturing Strategy.” The strategy, which is a part of the BC government’s StrongerBC Economic Plan, provides five pillars […]
Read more...Looking for investment? Submit your company for consideration with inBC
April 11th, 2023InBC Investment Corp. (InBC) is a strategic investment fund created by the Government of British Columbia with $500 million to invest in growing companies and venture funds focused on delivering positive social, environmental and economic benefits for British Columbians. InBC has opened the intake process to begin evaluating investment opportunities. Companies can now submit their information through […]
Read more...Burnaby Board of Trade Statement on Provincial Minimum Wage Increase
April 5th, 2023LARGE INCREASE TO MINIMUM WAGE REQUIRES GOVERNMENT SUPPORT FOR BUSINESS IMPACTED BY RISING COSTS Burnaby, April 5, 2023 – Today’s minimum wage announcement by the provincial government is a double-edged sword for small and medium-sized businesses struggling to weather the persistent rise in the cost of doing business. While the latest minimum wage increase, set […]
Read more...Burnaby Board of Trade Statement on Federal Budget
March 28th, 2023Burnaby, March 28, 2023 – Today’s Federal Budget addresses important challenges around affordability for Canadians while looking to invest in the ongoing transition to the clean economy of tomorrow, but a clearer economic plan is needed to drive sustainable growth as we continue to navigate economic headwinds still facing the Canadian economy. “Burnaby businesses […]
Read more...BBOT Member Survey results and Lucky Draw winners
March 28th, 2023A big thank you to all who responded to our recent Member Satisfaction and Business Sentiment Survey. It is essential we hear from and listen to our members as we plan our programs, events and initiatives to support business. This was the first of a number of brief surveys we’ll be sending out this year […]
Read more...GST/HST Filing responsibilities for businesses – Mar 29 CRA webinar
March 27th, 2023The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) wants to help inform businesses of their different tax obligations. The webinar, GST/HST Filing responsibilities for businesses, will provide information for individuals and businesses who are looking to better understand GST/HST obligations and to learn more about potential outstanding returns and its tax implications. When: Mar 29 10am to 10:45am PT […]
Read more...Walk and Chat with Mayor Mike Hurley
March 21st, 2023Join Mayor Mike Hurley for a healthy walk around Deer Lake Park, and enjoy a $2 pancake breakfast afterwards in support of the Burnaby Firefighters Charitable Society. Rain or shine! When: Sunday, March 26 | 9-10 AM New Location! Where: Christine Sinclair Community Centre (3713 Kensington Avenue, Burnaby)
Read more...Burnaby Board of Trade calls on government to reduce the cost of doing business
March 21st, 2023Burnaby, March 20, 2023 – Ahead of the Federal Government’s 2023 Budget, to be released on March 28, the Burnaby Board of Trade is calling for action to address the rising cost of doing business to head off any potential for recession. “Since the last federal budget, Burnaby businesses, in particular our small and medium […]
Read more...Support earthquake relief efforts in southern Turkey
March 17th, 2023Help Turkey Vancouver – Earthquake Donations under the Turkish Consulate General Vancouver People in Turkey affected by the earthquakes and flooding need your help more than ever! Please help by donating physical goods directly to the affected areas. Accepting donations at 7320 Buller Avenue, Burnaby, V5J 4S5. This warehouse location was kindly provided by the City […]
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