Advocacy
Where Are All the Workers?
Where Are All the Workers? See our Op-Ed, below, in the September 1st, 2022 edition of the North Delta Reporter, here. ~~~~~~~~~~ We’ve heard it many times over the past year: “Where are all the workers?” or “Nobody wants to work anymore.” Across sectors, industries and regions, these common refrains are re-enforced with…
Read More2022 Delta Business Economics Survey
2022 Delta Business Economics Survey Business Economics Survey The past two years have shown the resiliency and adaptability of Delta businesses in the face of unknown and challenging circumstances. From unprecedent growth to mandated closures to labour shortages, Delta businesses have experienced them all. In 2021, Delta businesses were given the opportunity to share their…
Read MoreDelta Chamber Delivers Shop Local
Delta Chamber Delivers Shop Local Delta Chamber Shop Local On December 15th the Delta Chamber of Commerce received approval for $100,000 in grant funding to bolster and grow the ongoing “Shop Local” message of the We Love Delta initiative by February 15th, 2022. This funding has been provided by the Government of Canada’s Ministry…
Read MoreDCC Response to Ladner Village Public Hearing Decision
DCC Response to Ladner Village Public Hearing Decision The Delta Chamber of Commerce is encouraged by the decision of Delta Council to approve the Ladner Village Revitalization and Ladner Area Plan bylaws (Bylaw No. 8076 and 8077) which were adopted at the December 14th, 2021 meeting of Council after the Public Hearing on these topics.…
Read MoreLadner Village Revitalization
Ladner Village Revitalization The Connections Between Housing, Transit & the Business Community You may be wondering why the Delta Chamber of Commerce, as a business advocacy organization, is speaking to you about topics like housing and transportation, which may seem unrelated to commerce. The reality is that businesses in Delta – like those across the…
Read MoreDelta Chamber Policy Resolutions Adopted Nationally by Canadian Chamber
Delta Chamber Policy Resolutions Adopted Nationally by Canadian Chamber Delta, BC, November 1, 2021 | The Delta Chamber of Commerce has gained support from business organizations across the country in its advocacy work on two important topics for businesses here in Delta, and nationwide: better transportation solutions planning for industrial areas and business parks and…
Read MoreCity of Delta Flood Protection Funding
City of Delta Flood Protection Funding The Delta Chamber of Commerce congratulates the City of Delta on being awarded $149,000 from the Province of British Columbia’s Community Emergency Preparedness Fund, administered through the Union of BC Municipalities for its Ladner Waterfront Protection Strategy. This is encouraging news and a reminder that there is much more…
Read More2021 Business Economic Recovery Survey
2021 Business Economic Recovery Survey The past year and a half has been a challenging journey for a majority of businesses trying to withstand the COVID-19 pandemic. Many businesses had to navigate under changing restrictions, financial pressure, challenges with employment, and a multitude of other unique difficulties. This has resulted in leading some businesses to…
Read MoreDCC Statement Regarding US-Canada Border Access Equity
DCC Statement Regarding US-Canada Border Access Equity July 22, 2021 – Yesterday Canadian Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Perrin Beatty issued the following statement on the decision of the United States government to extend travel restrictions at land border crossings. “On February 23 U.S. President Biden and Prime Minister Trudeau issued a ‘Roadmap for a…
Read MoreMeet our Delta Chamber Interns – Summer 2021
Meet our Delta Chamber Interns – Summer 2021 We’re pleased to introduce our Delta Chamber Interns Business Support Advisors, Ashpreet Roy and Ian Lam. They have been working hard since June, assisting with our advocacy and business support initiatives. We’re so pleased to have their talent and enthusiasm on our team! Learn more about our…
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