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SURREY BOARD OF TRADE WANTS FAIR WAGE COMMISSION TO PAY ATTENTION TO JOB CREATION AND ECONOMIC GROWTH

GeneralSocial Policy and Workforce Development

December 4, 2017

The Surrey Board of Trade presented their unique business and social perspective to the Fair Wages Commission to on how to move towards a $15-an-hour minimum wage with increases that are regular, measured and predictable. A boost to the minimum wage is especially challenging for Metro Vancouver-based businesses that also have to contend with high…

REMINDER: SURREY MAYOR TO SPEAK AT SURREY DEVELOPMENT INDUSTRY FORUM ON FRIDAY

Economic Competitiveness & TradeGeneral

November 29, 2017

There are limited seats remaining for the Surrey Board of Trade Surrey Development Industry Forum which is organized as a dialogue to encourage investment in Surrey. Hear from the City of Surrey about recent and upcoming changes to help build our city, streamline development and reduce red tape. Speakers: 1. Surrey Mayor Linda Hepner (JUST…

SURREY BOARD OF TRADE GIVES BUSINESS PERSPECTIVE ON SURREY CITY BUDGET

Economic Competitiveness & TradeGeneral

November 28, 2017

SURREY – The Surrey Board of Trade gave their annual review and recommendations to the City of Surrey Finance Committee, plus Mayor and Council, on Monday November 27. “We gave a very high-level overview of the Surrey Board of Trade’s perspectives on the City of Surrey Financial Plan for 2018,” said CEO Anita Huberman. “We…

Surrey Board of Trade Says No Support for Metro Vancouver’s Proposed Waste Levy

General

November 23, 2017

Surrey Board of Trade Says No Support for Metro Vancouver’s Proposed Waste Levy Metro Vancouver is proposing bylaw changes to the areas of Generator Levy, Hauler Licensing and Bylaw 181. There has been a consultation underway on Metro Vancouver’s solid waste regulatory framework. Metro Vancouver will consider proposed bylaws on November 24 on Solid Waste…

Surrey Development Industry Forum takes place on December 1

Economic Competitiveness & TradeGeneral

November 22, 2017

Are you in development, construction, an architect, engineer or in banking? Do you want to know about Surrey’s recent and upcoming changes to help build our city, streamline development, encourage investment and reduce red tape? I encourage you to attend the Surrey Board of Trade Development Industry Forum on Friday, December 1st. Participate in a…

Surrey Board of Trade Focuses on Millennial Employee Attraction and Retention

GeneralSocial Policy and Workforce DevelopmentYouth Entrepreneurship

November 20, 2017

The Surrey Board of Trade will be focusing on what employers need to do to improve their retention rate — especially related to millennial talent — and build a culture of engaged, motivated and healthy employees. Friday, November 24 from 7:30 – 9:30 am at the Guildford Golf & Country Club (7929-152 Street) for a Surrey Hot…

Surrey Board of Trade Gives the Business Perspective to Human Rights Commission Consultation

General

November 20, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 20, 2017 (photo enclosed – From Left to Right: Doug Tennant, Chair SBOT Social Policy Team, Anita Huberman, CEO Surrey Board of Trade, Ravi Kahlon, Parliamentary Secretary, Mandie La Montagne, Chair, SBOT Workforce Development Team) The Surrey Board of Trade met with Ravi Kahlon, Parliamentary Secretary, responsible for the consultation…

Surrey Board of Trade Announces 1st Surrey Agriculture Leadership Award Winners

GeneralInnovation & Industry

November 20, 2017

PHOTO CREDIT: Peter Mitham, Country Life in BC Surrey, B.C. – On Thursday, November 16, 2017, the Surrey Board of Trade recognized the outstanding achievements of an individual and business that made a positive impact to Surrey’s agriculture industry at the Surrey Agriculture Industry Reception, with supporting sponsors Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Canada’s Energy Citizens and…

Light Rail Transit Focus at South Asian Business Association Event

GeneralTransportation

November 9, 2017

The South Asian Business Association (SABA) and the Surrey Board of Trade are hosting a dialogue on the Surrey Light Rail Transit city-building initiative on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at the Taj Park Convention Centre (8580-132 Street, Surrey) from 6:00-8:00pm (program begins at 6:30pm). Complimentary Admission – pre-registration required. The purpose of this event is…

Surrey Board of Trade Renews Their Call for a National Pharmacare Program

GeneralWorkforce, Community & Inclusive Growth

November 7, 2017

The Surrey Board of Trade is renewing their call to the federal government to implement a universal, public pharmacare system that improves coverage for all Canadians. “We have taken this position because our members have expressed serious concerns about high, uncontrolled costs private drug plans. This is a burden on companies that do offer drug…