Posts by lydia@deltachamber.ca
Chamber Supports Government Decision to Postpone Hwy 17A Overpass Repairs to January 2024
Chamber Supports Government Decision to Postpone Hwy 17A Overpass Repairs to January 2024 Delta Chamber of Commerce Statement on Highway 17A Overpass Repair Postponement November 9th, 2023, Delta, BC | The Delta Chamber of Commerce appreciates the government’s decision to adjust the repair schedule for the Highway 17A overpass, acknowledging the concerns of the Delta business…
Read MoreChamber Calls on MOTI to Delay Hwy 17A Overpass Closures for Repair to January 2024
Chamber Calls on MOTI to Delay Hwy 17A Overpass Closures for Repair to January 2024 “Commercial truck overpass crash creates traffic nightmare” from Delta Optimst article on July 19, 2023. Photo Credit: Delta Police Department Click Here to Read DCC Letter to MOTI Minister Fleming November 8th, 2023, Delta, BC | Yesterday the BC government…
Read MoreDelta Chamber of Commerce Statement re Extension of CEBA Repayment Deadline
Delta Chamber of Commerce Statement re Extension of CEBA Repayment Deadline September 14th, 2023, Delta, BC | Today, the Canadian Federal Government’s decision to extend the Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) repayment deadline by one year will be welcomed by small business who are faced with the inability to repay their CEBA loans. “The repayment deadline…
Read MoreMember Business Highlight: 505-Junk
Member Business Highlight: 505-Junk “Growing up in Tsawwassen, Delta has always had a special place in my heart. I get excited every time I see a job in the schedule where we’re servicing a resident or business in Delta. As we continue to expand our business in new markets, we’ll always call Delta home.” ~Barry…
Read MoreUPDATE: We (WERE) Hiring! Membership Engagement Coordinator
UPDATE: We (WERE) Hiring! Membership Engagement Coordinator UPDATE: We’ve hired! Thank you to all those who’ve expressed interest, applied, and/or shared this job posting with others. We’re glad to update you that we’ve hired a Membership Engagement Coordinator to join our team. ———————————– Does helping others succeed give you immense satisfaction? Do you have a…
Read MoreDelta Chamber Advocating for Businesses Across Province
Delta Chamber Advocating for Businesses Across Province The Delta Chamber of Commerce was well-represented at the BC Chamber of Commerce’s Annual General Meeting & Conference this June, which was held in beautiful Whistler, BC. Board Chair Rosanne Horner and Executive Director Jill McKnight attended on behalf of the Delta Chamber of Commerce, and DCC member…
Read MoreRobin Silvester Announces Departure from Port of Vancouver
Robin Silvester Announces Departure from Port of Vancouver June 2, 2023 | Delta Chamber of Commerce Response to Announcement of Vancouver Fraser Port Authority Leadership Change Vancouver Fraser Port Authority President and CEO Robin Silvester announced yesterday that he will be leaving the port authority after fourteen years steering the federal agency towards a strong…
Read MoreSummer 2023 Job Opportunities
Summer 2023 Job Opportunities Looking for a valuable (and fun!) summer employment experience? We’re hiring one Business Support Initiatives Associate and three Visitors Info Coordinators! See below for details. Please note that these positions are funded through a grant by the Canada Summer Jobs program. The program provides wage subsidies to employers from not‐for‐profit organizations,…
Read MoreDelta Chamber of Commerce Statement on Increase to BC Minimum Wage
Delta Chamber of Commerce Statement on Increase to BC Minimum Wage April 5, 2023, Delta, BC | In response to today’s announcement to increase the provincial minimum wage effective June 1, 2023, Jill McKnight, Executive Director of the Delta Chamber of Commerce, released the following statement: “The Delta Chamber of Commerce is disappointed in government’s…
Read MoreFederal Budget 2023 – The View From Delta
Federal Budget 2023 – The View From Delta Federal Budget 2023 – The View From Delta On Tuesday, February 28th, the federal government released its budget for this coming year, to mixed responses. From our perspective at the Delta Chamber of Commerce and in speaking with members in various industries, there are several items we…
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