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Surrey Environment & Business Awards Finalists Announced for 2024

September 16, 2024

Winners to be announced at the Surrey Renewable Energy Forum on September 24 Surrey, BC – On Tuesday, September 24, the Surrey Board of Trade will announce the two winners of the Surrey Environment and Business Award at the 18th annual event. It will be an inspiring afternoon as the remarkable efforts of businesses that…

Surrey Board of Trade’s Jasroop Gosal Appointed to Invest Vancouver Management Board

General

September 13, 2024

The Surrey Board of Trade’s Interim Spokesperson and Policy & Research Manager, Jasroop Gosal, has been appointed to the Invest Vancouver Management Board. “I am honoured to represent the Surrey Board of Trade on the Invest Vancouver Management Board,” said Jasroop Gosal. “This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with leaders from across the region…

Surrey Board of Trade Welcomes Transit-Oriented Development Along Surrey Langley SkyTrain Route

General

September 12, 2024

The Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT) is pleased to see today’s announcement that the Provincial Government is moving forward with plans for transit-oriented development along the Surrey-Langley-SkyTrain route with the purchase of 14 properties. The initiative will bring 700 new homes, retail spaces, child care facilities, and other community amenities near key transit hubs, fostering…

Surrey City Council Meetings Resume Today – Surrey Board of Trade Will Continue to Advocate for the Business Community

General

September 9, 2024

As summer comes to a close, the Surrey Board of Trade is keenly observing the resumption of Surrey City Council meetings, set to begin on Monday, September 9. These meetings mark a critical time for the city, as decisions made during these sessions will shape the business landscape and overall economic health of Surrey. The…

New Standardized Housing Designs Promise Faster Development, But Infrastructure Challenges Loom

Economic Competitiveness & Trade

September 4, 2024

The Provincial Government’s release of free standardized designs for small-scale, multi-unit housing is a key move to address BC’s housing shortage. These designs, including duplexes, triplexes, and townhouses, are intended to streamline planning, cut costs, and speed up construction. “The availability of these designs for free and online is an exciting opportunity for developers and…

Overwhelming Support for Surrey as the Site of New South Asian Cultural Centre and Museum

GeneralTourism, Arts and Culture

September 4, 2024

The British Columbia Government has released its “What We’ve Heard So Far” report, summarizing the extensive engagements on the new South Asian Cultural Centre and Museum (working title), held with various organizations and communities across the province. The report highlights a strong consensus that the centre should be located in Surrey. “Surrey stands as the…

Surrey Board of Trade Calls for Urgent Investment in Surrey’s Education Infrastructure as Schools Return to Session

GeneralWorkforce, Community & Inclusive Growth

September 3, 2024

As schools reopen today, the Surrey Board of Trade is raising concerns about the severe overcrowding in our classrooms and the ongoing lack of funding to support our rapidly growing student population. With 85,000 students currently enrolled in Surrey, and an additional 2,500 students joining each year, our education system is under unprecedented strain. “As…

A Final Word from Outgoing President and CEO Anita Huberman

General

August 30, 2024

On this last day as President and CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade for 18 years, and with an overall 31 years of service to this amazing organization and city, I thank you for your support of our city-building organization. I believe I have left a strong legacy and foundation for future leaders to…

Surrey Board of Trade Releases Economic Wish List for BC Election 2024

Economic Competitiveness & TradeFundingGeneralInnovation & IndustryWorkforce, Community & Inclusive Growth

August 27, 2024

The Surrey Board of Trade has released their economic wish list for the upcoming 2024 BC Election. “The party platforms must deal with the many economic issues facing businesses,” said Anita Huberman, President & CEO, Surrey Board of Trade. “Businesses are generally quite nervous right now. We need to uplift and power up the entrepreneurial…

August 2024 Surrey Labour Market Report Signals Needed Action

General

August 22, 2024

The Surrey Board of Trade’s August 2024 Labour Market Intelligence Report has been released, outlining Surrey’s labour market outlook for July 2024. This month’s report includes a special focus on immigration labour market trends in Surrey. “Regulatory, investment, housing, monetary and labour policies need to continue to be monitored and adjusted to support economic growth…

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Surrey Environment & Business Awards Finalists Announced for 2024

Surrey Board of Trade’s Jasroop Gosal Appointed to Invest Vancouver Management Board

Surrey Board of Trade Welcomes Transit-Oriented Development Along Surrey Langley SkyTrain Route

Surrey City Council Meetings Resume Today – Surrey Board of Trade Will Continue to Advocate for the Business Community

New Standardized Housing Designs Promise Faster Development, But Infrastructure Challenges Loom

Overwhelming Support for Surrey as the Site of New South Asian Cultural Centre and Museum

Surrey Board of Trade Calls for Urgent Investment in Surrey’s Education Infrastructure as Schools Return to Session

A Final Word from Outgoing President and CEO Anita Huberman

Surrey Board of Trade Releases Economic Wish List for BC Election 2024

August 2024 Surrey Labour Market Report Signals Needed Action