Statement from Surrey & White Rock Board of Trade on Pending Air Canada Strike Economic Competitiveness & TradeGeneralInnovation & IndustryWorkforce, Community & Inclusive Growth August 14, 2025 The Surrey & White Rock Board of Trade echoes the calls of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce to prevent an Air Canada flight attendants strike. Air travel is not just about moving passengers; it is a critical lifeline for businesses, supply chains, and the workforce. A strike during peak summer travel would slow the movement…
SBOT and SSWR Chamber Applaud Federal Throne Speech: Commend Focus on Economic Resilience and Canadian Sovereignty, While Raising Concern Over Immigration Cap Economic Competitiveness & TradeGeneralInnovation & IndustryWorkforce, Community & Inclusive Growth May 28, 2025 The Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT) and South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce (SSWRC) welcome the 2025 Speech from the Throne, delivered yesterday by His Majesty King Charles III, which outlined the Federal Government’s agenda for the new parliamentary session. The speech emphasized a strong, secure, and self-reliant Canada – principles that reflect…
Canada Post Labour Disruption Poses Risks to Business Continuity and Trade — Collaborative Solutions Needed Economic Competitiveness & TradeGeneralInnovation & IndustryWorkforce, Community & Inclusive Growth May 22, 2025 The Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT) and the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce (SSWRC) are expressing concern about the potential impacts of a Canada Post labour disruption following the Canadian Union of Postal Workers’ notice of a possible strike as early as Friday, May 23 at 12:00 a.m. While we respect the…
Surrey Board of Trade and South Surrey & White Rock Chamber Congratulate New Federal Cabinet, Urge Bold Economic Action Economic Competitiveness & TradeGeneralInnovation & IndustryWorkforce, Community & Inclusive Growth May 14, 2025 The Surrey Board of Trade and the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce congratulate Prime Minister Mark Carney and the newly appointed members of the federal Cabinet, announced yesterday in Ottawa. “As Surrey and White Rock continue their rapid growth and economic evolution, the business community is looking to the Federal Government for…
Surrey and White Rock Business Organizations Advocate for Continued Collaboration Amid U.S. Proposal to Impose Tariffs on Foreign Films Economic Competitiveness & TradeGeneralInnovation & IndustryWorkforce, Community & Inclusive Growth May 12, 2025 The Surrey Board of Trade, South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce and Cloverdale District Chamber of Commerce are responding to recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump proposing a 100% tariff on foreign-made films entering the United States, a move that could disrupt one of the most deeply interconnected creative industries in the…
SBOT and SSWR Chamber Congratulate Prime Minister Carney; Call for Action on Trade, Tax Reform, Small Business Support, and Socio-Economic Priorities Economic Competitiveness & TradeGeneralInnovation & IndustryWorkforce, Community & Inclusive Growth April 29, 2025 The Surrey Board of Trade and the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce congratulate Prime Minister Mark Carney on his election victory and look forward to working collaboratively with the new Federal Government to strengthen Canada’s economy and communities. “Canada’s future prosperity depends on bold, decisive leadership,” said Joslyn Young, CEO of the…
Surrey’s Top 25 Under 25 Award Winners Announced for 2025 GeneralYouth Entrepreneurship April 4, 2025 The Surrey Board of Trade and the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce will celebrate the 15th Annual Surrey’s Top 25 Under 25 Awards on May 15 to showcase the incredible initiatives of Surrey and White Rock’s youth who are 25 years old or younger. The 25 winners were chosen based upon their business…
SBOT, SSWR Chamber and SABA to Host 2025 Federal Election Candidates Event for Surrey and White Rock Economic Competitiveness & TradeGeneralInnovation & IndustryWorkforce, Community & Inclusive Growth March 24, 2025 The 2025 Federal Election is set to take place on Monday, April 28. This election will redefine Canada’s leadership at a time of global uncertainty and economic shifts. The Surrey Board of Trade, the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce and the South Asian Business Association of BC are pleased to provide an…
SBOT and SSWR Chamber Congratulate Mark Carney on Winning Liberal Leadership Economic Competitiveness & TradeGeneralInnovation & IndustryWorkforce, Community & Inclusive Growth March 10, 2025 The Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT) and the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce (SSWRC) extend their congratulations to Mark Carney on his victory in the Liberal Party of Canada leadership election. As the new leader of the Liberal Party, Carney’s leadership brings an exciting opportunity for continued collaboration with the Federal Government…
SBOT and SSWR Chamber Support Urgent Action on Internal Trade Barriers to Strengthen Canada’s Economy Economic Competitiveness & TradeGeneralInnovation & IndustryWorkforce, Community & Inclusive Growth March 6, 2025 In response to the United States’ unjustified decision to impose tariffs on Canadian goods, Canada’s First Ministers have recognized the need for bold and united action to enhance economic resilience. The Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT) and South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce (SSWRC) support immediate steps to strengthen Canada’s domestic economy, reduce…
