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WWW.TRICITYNEWS.COM A16 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29, 2016, TRI-CITY NEWS C HAMBER N EWS July 2016 Government advocacy is one of the pillars of the Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce. As the recognized ‘voice of business’ for our region, we support our members by developing and supporting policies, which serve as recommendations to all 3 levels of government – municipal, provincial and federal – to encourage business growth and success. Last month, I and 3 other representatives from our Chamber joined delegates from 125 chambers across BC to debate and vote on business and economic policies at the BC Chamber of Commerce AGM in Kelowna. Representing 36,000 businesses of every size and sector across our province, we considered 55 policies and adopted 49 to become part of the BC Chamber’s advocacy agenda to the provincial government on our behalf. Some of the policies approved include calls for: solutions to our province’s real estate challenges to level the playing field for all tourism-related businesses municipalities This summer at the Chamber Michael Hind CEO Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce of ideas and initiatives for our own Chamber – perfect timing as we head into the summer months when business is traditionally slower and we at the Chamber focus on our strategic initiatives for the year ahead. with the North Vancouver time at the BC Sports Hall of home match. This is the summer to be missed, and it’s open to Chamber members and non- website for details. Wishing you a fun and safe UPCOMING EVENTS July 12 | CHAMBER 101 July 13 | Whitecaps Summer Social July 20 | 50 Grinds for ACCESS – Chamber Night July 26 | KICKSTART @ Shawliz Restaurant Wednesdays | Chamber Toastmasters SAVE THE DATE: September 8 | Mayors’ BBQ October 18 | Business Showcase Find out more about upcoming events and register online at www.tricitieschamber.com Please register at least two days prior to all events. Coquitlam Business Connects provides businesses of all sizes and types with support, resources and advice to help you succeed. Contact us to find out how we can help your business. T: 604-927-3905 | E: [email protected] COQUITLAM, BC coquitlam.ca/ecdev Helping Our Businesses Thrive CityofCoquitlam We have the knowledge, experience and resources to successfully advocate for you against ICBC. www.colletteparsons.com 1542 Prairie Ave, Port Coquitlam (604) 941-9661 Injured in a car accident? Call Today: ✔ Your initial consultation is FREE ✔ No recovery. No fee. 604.949.1655 [email protected] Learn Zenk Barristers & Solicitors 403 - 130 Brew St., Port Moody, British Columbia V3H 0E3 Learn Zenk is an Association of Independent Law Corporations and Not a Partnership • Personal Injury Law including: • I.C.B.C. Claims - with extensive experience as Plaintiff & Defense Counsel • Motorcycle Injuries • Slip and Fall Injuries • Pedestrian & Cyclist Injuries • Family and Divorce Law including: • Prenuptial Agreements • Separation Agreements & Division of Family Assets • Divorce Proceedings • Criminal Matters including: • Assaults • Shoplifting CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANT Don Kim CPA, CGA Accounting, Assurance & Tax #205-1120 Austin Ave. Coquitlam, BC. V3K 3P5 Don Kim Phone: 778-355-6252 Fax: 604-648-9250 [email protected] www.donkim.ca Managing experience in small, medium and multi-million dollar businesses • Business Advisory • Accounting & Assurance • Personal & Corporate Tax and Planning • Estate & Trust Planning • CRA Remittances
