BBOT News

BBOT Holds Final Info Session for 2015 Organics Ban

November 24th, 2014

In advance of the January 1st implementation of the new Metro Vancouver Organics Garbage Ban, the Burnaby Board of Trade held a final info session to explain the implications of the new law for businesses. The info session, presented as part of the BBOT’s Pledge for a Sustainable Community initiative, featured Esther Berube, Senior Project […]

New Changes Announced to BC Liquor Policy

November 21st, 2014

Effective April 1, 2015: BC Liquor Stores will be allowed to extend their hours of operation to match private liquor stores, including opening on Sundays. BC Liquor Stores will have the choice to install refrigeration units to sell cold beer and wine. British Columbia’s “store-within-a-store” model for liquor sales in grocery stores will take effect, […]

Paladin Security wins Business of the Year at the Burnaby Business Excellence Awards

November 7th, 2014

On November 6th, the Burnaby Board of Trade and the City of Burnaby hosted the 15th annual Burnaby Business Excellence Awards, recognizing organizations that have demonstrated outstanding business success and have had a positive and significant impact on the community. The event, held at the Hilton Vancouver Metrotown, was emceed by Global BC on-air personalities […]

Burnaby Municipal Election – Candidate Profiles & Questionnaire Responses

November 6th, 2014

On November 15, eligible voters in Burnaby will elect one Mayor and eight Councillors. The Burnaby Board of Trade sent a brief questionnaire to each mayoral and council candidate to find out where they stand on issues that are important to businesses in Burnaby. Click the name of each candidate below to learn more about […]

BBOT members prominent among NewsLeader’s A-List

November 3rd, 2014

Congratulations to our Burnaby Board of Trade members and all the businesses who were named as one of “Burnaby’s Best as Voted by You” in the NewLeader’s A-List! See all the winners below!

BBOT hosts delegation from Taian, P.R. China.

November 3rd, 2014

On Friday, October 31st, BBOT President & CEO Paul Holden met with a visiting delegation from Taian, P.R. China. Paul Holden presented on the diversity of the Burnaby business community, emphasizing the key sectors of strength in the Burnaby economy. The BBOT also presented on the growth and development of the city and the many […]

Burnaby Board of Trade concludes record membership drive

October 31st, 2014

The Burnaby Board of Trade (BBOT) set a new personal record, signing up 102 new members in just two and a half days. The milestone was made possible thanks to an innovative, high energy membership campaign organized by a group called Your Chamber Connection. Over the course of Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday morning this week, […]

Fireworks– Enjoy Them Safely and Legally

October 27th, 2014

From “trick-or-treats” to fireworks, Halloween is a fun-filled time of year for everyone. While fireworks are exciting to watch, they can be very dangerous, and if handled improperly, can cause burns, lacerations and even blindness. Even when handled properly there is a risk of fire. Fireworks should never be pointed towards a person, animal, motor […]

CME BC, Burnaby Board of Trade partner to celebrate National Manufacturing Month

October 21st, 2014

Manufacturing businesses in Burnaby, the Burnaby Board of Trade, the Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters British Columbia and partners will be celebrating National Manufacturing Month in October. Industry in Burnaby has come together to raise the profile of the manufacturing sector, educate politicians and the general public on the significant economic contribution manufacturing makes to the […]

Manufacturing Month: CME Translink Industry Tour – Burnaby

October 6th, 2014

Date: October 22, 2014 Time: 9:00 am Location: This tour will depart from Burnaby City Hall at 9:00 am. 4949 Canada Way Burnaby, BC The tour will depart from and conclude at Burnaby City Hall at 9:00 am and visit the following facilities: 9:00 am – Departure from Burnaby City Hall 9:30 am – Creation […]