# SWRBOT: Advocacy\. Growth\. Prosperity\. > Surrey \& White Rock Board of Trade supports the growth and prosperity of businesses in our communities through educational and networking events, resources, and advocacy work, Generated by Yoast SEO v28.2, this is an llms.txt file, meant for consumption by LLMs. ## Pages - [Business Growth Academy \(BGA\)](https://swrbot.com/bga/): The Business Growth Academy is a practical learning hub designed to help professionals and entrepreneurs strengthen their operations, build new capabilities, and scale with confidence\. Delivered by the Surrey \& White Rock Board of Trade, the Academy bridges the gap between traditional education and real\-world business needs \- offering focused, high\-impact learning that can be applied immediately\. - [Home](https://swrbot.com/) - [International Services](https://swrbot.com/trade-services/) - [Grants and Funding Opportunities](https://swrbot.com/grants-and-funding-opportunities/): Access to the right mix of funding, financing, and business tools helps organizations grow with purpose\. This resource brings together capital programs and practical supports that enable innovation, expansion, and market access\. These tools are designed to strengthen productivity, support job creation, and build long\-term resilience for businesses across the region\. - [Global Trade Missions](https://swrbot.com/global-trade-missions/): Join the Surrey \& White Rock Board of Trade for the India Trade Mission, a 15 day, 13 night global business travel experience departing February 8, 2027\. This curated trade mission will take participants from Canada to Delhi, Agra, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Bangalore, offering a balanced program of strategic business engagement, market learning, cultural experiences, and iconic sightseeing across some of India’s most influential cities\. ## Posts - [Surrey \& White Rock Board of Trade Receives Over $440,000 in Funding to Build Sustainable Building Technology Workforce](https://swrbot.com/resources/surrey-white-rock-board-of-trade-receives-over-440000-in-funding-to-build-sustainable-building-technology-workforce/): The Surrey \& White Rock Board of Trade is pleased to announce it will receive up to $443,290\.35 in funding from the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia, under the Canada\-British Columbia Labour Market Development Agreement, to deliver Sustainable Building Technology training that will prepare eligible participants for careers in one of BC's fastest\-growing industries\. - [Tariff Resources](https://swrbot.com/resources/tariff-resources/): This page is to provide you with resources and up to date information on the US tariff situation\. - [Surrey \& White Rock Board of Trade Welcomes Provincial Approval of FortisBC’s Tilbury LNG Expansion](https://swrbot.com/resources/surrey-white-rock-board-of-trade-welcomes-provincial-approval-of-fortisbcs-tilbury-lng-expansion/): The Surrey \& White Rock Board of Trade \(SWRBOT\) welcomes today’s announcement from the Province of British Columbia approving regulatory changes that will enable FortisBC to advance the Phase 1B expansion of the Tilbury LNG Facility in Delta\. - [Surrey \& White Rock Board of Trade Statement on the Latest U\.S\. Tariff Measures](https://swrbot.com/resources/surrey-white-rock-board-of-trade-statement-on-the-latest-u-s-tariff-measures/): Today, the U\.S\. administration announced a new 50% tariff on most Canadian goods, citing concerns related to Canada's trade policies affecting sectors including automobiles, alcohol, and dairy\. The measures are expected to come into force on August 19, 2026, and apply to goods covered by the Canada\-U\.S\.\-Mexico Agreement \(CUSMA\), however, certain products including steel, aluminum, autos, energy, potash, critical minerals and fish will be exempt from the new tariff\. - [Surrey \& White Rock Board of Trade Strongly Supports the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project](https://swrbot.com/resources/surrey-white-rock-board-of-trade-strongly-supports-the-roberts-bank-terminal-2-project/): The Surrey \& White Rock Board of Trade \(SWRBOT\) welcomes the Government of Canada’s decision to advance the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project through the Major Projects Office as part of the new Port of Vancouver Gateway Strategy\. This announcement marks an important step toward delivering critical trade infrastructure that will strengthen Canada's long\-term economic competitiveness\. ## Events - [Surrey \& White Rock Business Excellence Awards](https://swrbot.com/events/surrey-white-rock-business-excellence-awards/): For more than 27 years, the Surrey \& White Rock Board of Trade has celebrated the outstanding achievements of our business community\. The Business Excellence Awards highlight the innovation, determination, and leadership that make Surrey and White Rock great places to live, learn, and work\. - [28th Annual Surrey \& White Rock Business Excellence Awards](https://swrbot.com/events/28th-annual-surrey-white-rock-business-excellence-awards/): Celebrate the achievements, innovation, and leadership shaping our local business community at the Surrey \& White Rock Business Excellence Awards\. This unforgettable evening will bring together business leaders, entrepreneurs, community champions, and rising stars from across Surrey and White Rock for a night of connection and celebration\. - [Better Workspaces: The Ergonomic Edge](https://swrbot.com/events/better-workspaces-the-ergonomic-edge/): Celebrate Global Ergonomics Month with the Surrey \& White Rock Board of Trade at an interactive Business Growth Academy session led by WorkSafeBC Ergonomist Dr\. Geoff Wright\. Discover how effective office ergonomics supports employee well\-being, improves workplace health and safety, and get practical answers to your team's real\-world ergonomic challenges\. - [Surrey \& White Rock Environment \& Business Awards](https://swrbot.com/events/surrey-white-rock-environment-business-awards/): The Surrey \& White Rock Environment \& Business Awards recognize businesses and organizations in Surrey and White Rock \- or members of the Surrey \& White Rock Board of Trade \- that are leading the way in environmental responsibility and innovation\. - [November 2026 New Member Breakfast](https://swrbot.com/events/new-member-breakfast-2/): Have breakfast and network with your fellow Board of Trade members at this popular morning event\. You can help welcome our new members and establish new contacts too, while you learn more about some of the advantages of belonging to the Surrey \& White Rock Board of Trade\. Enjoy breakfast while expanding your network, meeting fellow professionals, and learning more about the resources, benefits, and opportunities available through your membership\. It’s a thoughtful way to start the day and strengthen your ties within our business community\. ## Optional - [Sitemap index](https://swrbot.com/sitemap_index.xml)