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DCC 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 MoreDelta Chamber Appoints Jill McKnight as Incoming Executive Director
Delta Chamber Appoints Jill McKnight as Incoming Executive Director We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Jill McKnight as our new Executive Director of the Delta Chamber of Commerce. Jill, a longtime resident of Delta, is a seasoned business and community leader who understands that relationships are the cornerstone of success for any business, large…
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 MoreThanks to Garry Shearer – Upon His Departure as DCC Executive Director
Thanks to Garry Shearer – Upon His Departure as DCC Executive Director On behalf of the Board of Directors, and the Delta Chamber of Commerce staff, I would like to thank our Executive Director Garry Shearer for his service at the Delta Chamber. Garry notified our Board that he will be stepping down when the federal…
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…
Read MoreSummer Job Opportunities – 2021
Summer Job Opportunities – 2021 2020 Visitor Information Coordinators out on the road Looking for a valuable summer employment experience? We’re hiring Business Support Associates and 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…
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