Awards Archives

Canada’s Defence Minister to Speak at 2nd Surrey Mayor’s Breakfast

April 18, 2016

Media Release – April 18, 2016 The 2nd Surrey Board of Trade Mayor’s Breakfast Series. This event is co-hosted with SABA (the South Asian Business Association). The keynote speaker’s relevance as a former police officer with the Vancouver Police Department and his work as a Detective-Constable with the Gang Crime Unit specializing in organized crime, gang…

Surrey Board of Trade Launches New Logo Reflecting Their Growth and Progress

General

April 7, 2016

The Surrey Board of Trade at a Press Conference and Breakfast Reception on April 7 at the Surrey Arts Centre announced their new look. “In my 10th year as CEO, I continue to be proud of our results and work in the Surrey Board of Trade’s mission to support and attract business. What differentiates this…

Surrey Board of Trade Announces Newcomer Entrepreneur Program – Immigrants & Refugees

Economic Competitiveness & TradeGeneralWomen in BusinessYouth Entrepreneurship

April 7, 2016

SURREY-B.C. This morning the Surrey Board of Trade, with the announcement of their new look and logo aligned their goals to further enhance their inclusivity philosophy, revealed their commitment to supporting Newcomer Entrepreneurs – Immigrants and Refugees. “They are a part of our community, for our workforce and for creating jobs. The Surrey Board of…

Nominations are Now Open for the 5th Annual Surrey Child & Family Friendly Workplace Awards

GeneralSocial Policy and Workforce Development

April 4, 2016

These awards showcase and celebrate businesses that have created workplaces that support their employees in both their work and child/family responsibilities. As part of the Surrey Board of Trade’s Leadership Surrey Program, which began three years ago, we are pleased to showcase businesses that have created workplaces that support their employees in both their work…

Surrey Board of Trade Focuses on Bridges and Tolls – Mobility Pricing Dialogue – April 8

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March 31, 2016

Oregon Speaker to talk on Oregon’s Road Usage Charge Program The Surrey Board of Trade will host a Leadership Surrey Dialogue focusing on Mobility Pricing as a funding mechanism for transportation and transit infrastructure. The question on how to fund transit and transportation infrastructure development and maintenance has yet to be resolved. Mobility pricing is the…

Rona Ambrose, Federal Leader of the Official Opposition to Speak at Surrey Board of Trade – April 7

General

March 31, 2016

The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Interim Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada and Leader of the Official Opposition in the House of Commons will be speaking to the Surrey Board of Trade. Topics include: – Federal Budget 2016 – Policy Priorities A question and answer period will follow. Date: Thursday, April 7, 2016 Registration/Lunch: 12:00…

Press Conference Invitation for Businesses – April 7

General

March 31, 2016

The Surrey Board of Trade invites Surrey and area businesses to attend a Press Conference for a special announcement. Date: Thursday, April 7, 2016 Breakfast: 8:30am – Announcements begin at 9:15am. Location: Surrey Arts Centre at Bear Creek Park (13750-88 Avenue) Please confirm your attendance at info@businessinsurrey.com.

Federal Budget Response

Economic Competitiveness & TradeGeneral

March 22, 2016

Surrey Board of Trade Says New Federal Budget Is an Investment Budget — Good for National and Local Economic Infrastructure Stimulus The Surrey Board of Trade congratulates the new Federal Finance Minister Bill Morneau on tabling the first Federal Liberal Budget. “The Surrey Board of Trade wanted to see infrastructure spending, small business tax breaks,…

First Liberal Federal Budget 2016 Analyzed at Lunch with Business Leaders

General

March 16, 2016

What will be in the Federal Budget 2016? Infrastructure spending, small business tax breaks, climate action, housing — this will be a stimulus budget incurring deficits to address a variety of needs highlighted in the Fall election Liberal platform. The Surrey Board of Trade will be hosting an intimate lunch with business and community leaders…

Assistant Commissioner & OIC Surrey RCMP Bill Fordy to Give Annual Surrey RCMP Address on Public Safety Initiatives

GeneralSocial Policy and Workforce Development

March 14, 2016

On Thursday, April 14, the Surrey Board of Trade will host Assistant Commissioner Bill Fordy, Officer in Charge of the Surrey RCMP, in his annual luncheon address. Assistant Commissioner Bill Fordy will provide an update on public safety initiatives in Surrey, his plans for Surrey under his leadership of the Surrey RCMP and the relationship…