Posts Tagged ‘business’
Delta Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Executive Director Richard Wischnewski
Delta Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Executive Director Richard Wischnewski Delta, BC – The Board of Directors of the Delta Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard Wischnewski as the organization’s new Executive Director, effective May 15, 2025. Richard brings a strong track record of community involvement and organizational leadership, including…
Read MoreUS Tariff Survey Summary Report
US Tariff Survey Summary Report February 28th, 2025, Delta, BC | A recent one-week survey conducted by the Delta Chamber of Commerce, supported by the City of Delta, has revealed significant challenges are expected by local businesses, if proposed US and Canadian counter tariffs are enacted. The survey gathered responses from 59 Delta businesses across…
Read MoreResources for US Tariffs
Resources for US Tariffs One of our primary advocacy goals is to equip our membership, and the wider Delta business community, with resources to respond to proposed US Tariffs. Business Resources BDC: How to get your business ready for potential tariffs | BDC.ca BDC: Customs & duty calculator for your business | Canada Tariff Finder |…
Read MoreDelta Business Tariff Survey
Delta Business Tariff Survey February 10th, 2025, Delta, BC | The Delta Chamber of Commerce, with support from the City of Delta, is launching a Delta Business Tariff Survey to better understand how proposed U.S. tariffs and Canadian counter-tariffs will affect our local businesses. The results of this survey will be aggregated and individual responses will…
Read MoreDelta Chamber Statement on US Tariffs
Delta Chamber Statement on US Tariffs February 2rd, 2025, Delta, BC | On Saturday, US President Trump signed an executive order imposing a 25% tariff on Canadian imports and a 10% levy on Canadian energy, effective 12:01 am EST on Tuesday, February 4. In response, Prime Minister Trudeau announced that Canada will impose a 25%…
Read MoreNow Accepting Applications
Now Accepting Applications Applications are now closed. Thank you for your interest in joining the Delta Chamber of Commerce 2025/2026 Board of Directors. The Delta Chamber of Commerce is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of our organization while contributing…
Read MoreSummer 2024 Job Opportunities
Summer 2024 Job Opportunities Looking for a valuable (and fun!) summer employment experience? We’re hiring 3 Visitor Information Counsellors and 1 Visitor Information Supervisor! 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, the…
Read MoreA New Chapter for Lydia Elder
A New Chapter for Lydia Elder Lydia Elder joined the Delta Chamber of Commerce in 2019 to manage advocacy, government relations and policy. From advocating for changes to how “highest and best use” property taxation, to effectively disseminating information during the COVID-19 pandemic, and most recently, championing improved public transit services for industrial parks…
Read MorePermanent Repairs of Hwy 17A Overpass – Highlights and Resources for Businesses
Permanent Repairs of Hwy 17A Overpass – Highlights and Resources for Businesses UPDATE – January 22, 2024 | Work is progressing well for the repairs, so despite the weather, the following updates have been shared by MOTI: Work on the Highway 17A Overpass Project was cancelled for Friday and Saturday night; January 19th & 20th,…
Read MoreChamber 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…
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