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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 at the provincial and federal levels,…
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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, due to weather. The remaining snow on the overpass posed a hazard…
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Chamber Supports Government Decision to Postpone Hwy 17A Overpass Repairs to January 2024
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 community. We concur that the Highway 17A overpass repairs are crucial and demand swift action. However, timing is critical. Initiating extensive repairs now, leading…
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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 announced it would begin work on permanent repairs to the Hwy 17A overpass of Hwy…
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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 for CEBA loans to qualify for partial loan forgiveness of up…
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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 Hartman Barry Hartman hates…
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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 passion for working with people? Do you…
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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 business owner, Barry Hartman, participated as a…
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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 future. His unwavering vision and dedication have inspired…
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