Premiers Pledge to Eliminate Obstacles to Alcohol Trade Between Provinces
From Global News: “9 premiers agree to lift interprovincial trade barriers on alcohol products By Eli Ridder and Jack Farrell The premiers of nine provinces announced Tuesday that they’re removing major barriers to interprovincial sales of alcohol. Provincial rules will be changed to allow brewers and distillers to sell alcohol directly to consumers regardless of […]
Squamish Is Thinking in Circles and It’s Working!
What if the way we do business in Squamish could actually create less waste, lower costs, and build a stronger local economy, all at the same time? That’s exactly the promise of the circular economy, and the District of Squamish has been quietly leading the charge. From Roadmap to Reality It started in 2021, when […]
B.C.’s Minimum Wage Increase: What It Means for Small Business
Effective June 1, 2026, British Columbia’s minimum wage will rise from $17.85 to $18.25 per hour. While a 40-cent increase may appear modest on the surface, many small businesses are preparing for a much larger financial impact behind the scenes. The increase reflects B.C.’s annual inflation-based wage adjustment, a mechanism introduced through amendments to the […]
BC Chamber of Commerce Statement on Budget 2026
Jen Riley, President and CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce, released the following statement in response to the release of Budget 2026 by the Government of British Columbia. “As expected, Budget 2026 provides a sobering economic outlook for the province in the year ahead and over the three-year fiscal plan. “Today’s budget offers little in the […]
BC Chamber of Commerce Statement on Inter-Provincial Trade Agreement
In response to today’s announcement of the Canadian Mutual Recognition Agreement (CMRA) signed today in Yellowknife, Alex McMillan, CEO (Interim) of the BC Chamber of Commerce, released the following statement: “Reducing interprovincial trade barriers has been a top priority for the BC Chamber of Commerce. I applaud today’s news of the CMRA being signed by […]
BC Chamber of Commerce Statement on Increase Softwood Tariffs
In response to yesterday’s increased softwood lumber tariffs on Canadian companies, Alex McMillan, CEO (Interim) of the BC Chamber of Commerce, released the following statement: “The BC Chamber of Commerce is deeply concerned about the newest increase in duties imposed on Canadian softwood lumber producers by the United States. The current duty rates of over […]
Press Release: Announcement from Board of Directors
Dear Squamish Chamber Members, The Board of Directors of the Squamish Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Anne MacKenzie as the new Executive Director, effective March 25th, 2023. With over 20 years of experience in event management, Chamber operations, and most recently as Director, Development and Operations for the Forum, Anne […]
Sk̲wx̲wú7mesh Squamish Together
Squamish Chamber of Commerce – July 1st Sk̲wx̲wú7mesh Squamish Together For immediate release – July 1st, 2023 Download PDF Media Release Squamish Chamber partners with the Squamish Downtown BIA to bring our Business Community together, July 1st for Sk̲wx̲wú7mesh Squamish Together. About The Squamish Chamber of Commerce The Squamish Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to […]
Eagle Mountain Pipeline Project – General Statement
The Squamish Chamber of Commerce presented their general statement regarding the Eagle Mountain Pipeline Project on May 24th, 2023. Download PDF General Statement About The Squamish Chamber of Commerce The Squamish Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the Squamish community by actively supporting business, economic growth and diversification. The […]
Five Compelling Reasons to Hire a Squamish Business
The Squamish Chamber operates on the unceded lands of the Squamish Nation (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw). We are grateful to work, live and play on their territory. Read our latest guest blog from Amber Turnau, Co-Founder of Substrate Studios Five Compelling Reasons to Hire a Squamish Business Our photogenic town is well-known for its majestic vistas and […]
Love Local. Love Good Food
The Squamish Chamber operates on the unceded lands of the Squamish Nation (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw). We are grateful to work, live and play on their territory. Bringing Good Food Values and Local Flavours to the Squamish Food Scene More than just an abundant place to live, Squamish is where passionate entrepreneurs and local ingredients come to […]
Love Local. Love Squamish Creators
The Squamish Chamber operates on the unceded lands of the Squamish Nation (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw). We are grateful to work, live and play on their territory. Local Creators Bring Something Special to Squamish More than just a beautiful place to live, Squamish is where beautiful ideas and products come to life. Our community is filled with […]
Love Local. Love Squamish Experiences
The Squamish Chamber operates on the unceded lands of the Squamish Nation (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw). We are grateful to work, live and play on their territory. Read our latest guest blog from Squamish Chamber member, Rochelle Rae, owner and operator of RRM creative. Four Local Businesses Attract Visitors to Squamish When it comes to enjoying the […]
Love Local. Love Squamish Wellness
The Squamish Chamber operates on the unceded lands of the Squamish Nation (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw). We are grateful to work, live and play on their territory. Read our latest guest blog from Squamish Chamber member, Rochelle Rae, owner and operator of RRM creative. Four Local Businesses Bring Health & Wellness to Squamish Situated in a stunning […]
Love Local. Love Squamish Adventure
Read our latest guest blog from Squamish Chamber member, Rochelle Rae, owner and operator of RRM creative. The Squamish Chamber operates on the unceded lands of the Squamish Nation (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw). We are grateful to work, live and play on their territory. Four Local Recreational Businesses to Love in Squamish The love that locals have […]
Love Local. Love Squamish.
Read our latest guest blog from Squamish Chamber member, Amber Turnau, co-owner and operator of Substrate Studios. The Squamish Chamber operates on the unceded lands of the Squamish Nation (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw). We are grateful to work, live and play on their territory. Four Local Businesses to Love in Squamish If you’ve spent a little time […]
Building business dreams into reality – Christine Campbell
Read our latest guest blog from Squamish Chamber member, Christine Campbell Owner Operator of C.Campbell Agency Building business dreams into reality – Member Milestone #squamishchamber #businessresilience #squamishstrong Tweet This Where is your business at? Are you just surviving or are you thriving? Christine Campbell, owner/operator of C.Campbell Agency has always set her sights on the […]
Taste of Squamish Winter Edition – Support Local, Support Squamish
Support Local. Support Squamish #supportlocal Tweet This Give yourself a taste of Squamish. An upscale Business Directory for everything Eat, Drink, Play & Stay in Squamish BC. Read Winter Print Edition The Taste of Squamish can be picked up at Tourism Vancouver, Tourism Squamish and throughout the city and Sea to Sky and is very […]
Shop Local, Hire Local, Play Local – Guest Blog
Read our latest guest blog from Squamish Chamber member, Christine Campbell Owner of C.Campbell Agency Local businesses are working hard to keep afloat during these unprecedented times. They are re-evaluating their bottom lines and looking at innovative ideas to increase business while following all the new protocols being put in place. #squamishchamber #shoplocal #here4squamish Tweet […]
Understanding Affordable Housing In Squamish – Guest Blog
Read our latest guest blog from Squamish Chamber Director Cameron Cope, Owner & Operator, Our Squamish. As Squamish continues to grow, it is essential to get a better understanding of the factors contributing to the housing affordability problem. #squamishchamber #housingaffordability Tweet This Housing affordability, though currently eclipsed by today’s pandemic, is on everyone’s mind. It’s […]
The Squamish Chief – We need long-term rentals: District of Squamish
June 18, 2020 As Squamish faces a housing crisis and a pandemic, municipal council has moved a step closer to regulating short-term rentals in town. On June 16, council voted 6-1 in favour of passing first reading of a bylaw that would govern the use of short-term rentals, such as Airbnb. Coun. Chris Pettingill was […]
On the Front Line for Business Owners- Guest Blog
Read our latest guest blog from Squamish Chamber director, Christine Campbell Owner Operator of C.Campbell Agency Plan for recovery and even growth for the future now. #squamishchamber #wegetbizdone Tweet This The last couple months have shown us unprecedented times and all businesses have been affected one way or another by COVID-19. Squamish businesses included. They […]
Minister of Small Business and MP talk business in Squamish
Squamish Chief, February 25 , 2019 For MP Pamela Goldsmith-Jones’s second visit to the Squamish Chamber of Commerce in 2019, she was accompanied by the Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion, Mary Ng. The stop in Squamish was part of Ng’s series of meetings with small businesses and entrepreneurs from Vancouver to Whistler. Read […]
Squamish Mayor promises 125 new housing unit
Squamish Chief, January 25, 2019 “In order to help alleviate the housing crisis, Mayor Karen Elliott, speaking on behalf of council, made a big promise to help address affordability issues during the annual mayor’s lunch. “We want to ensure that we increase the number of affordable rental units, so our goal by 2022 is to […]
Squamish housing concerns raised with MP
Squamish Chief, January 22, 2019 The concerns she heard weren’t new, but they are pressing. Nearly 20 people were present for Member of Parliament Pamela Goldsmith-Jones’s question and answer period with the Squamish Chamber of Commerce at the Squamish Adventure Centre on Jan. 22. Read full editorial
Will automation solve the labour shortage
Squamish Chief, December 26, 2018 While some Whistler restaurants have turned to automation of services to help lessen the impact of staffing shortages, Squamish locals are not sold on the technology. The real issue is housing, and using measures such as new technology to ease a lack of staff will only be a temporary fix, […]
EDITORIAL: If the Chamber speaks, Squamish will listen
Squamish Chief, December 23, 2018 “As the most significant and oldest organization representing business interests in Squamish, it is positive to see the Squamish Chamber of Commerce vow to take on more of an advocacy role. Advocacy is stated as a key focus of its 2019 strategic plan. The aim is to ‘work with government, […]
Squamish Chamber of Commerce elects new directors
Squamish Chief, December 5, 2018 “Two people who ran for municipal council are among the five new faces — and one returning representative — who have been elected to join the Squamish Chamber of Commerce’s board of directors.” Read full article.
Squamish Chamber Forestry Resolution Gets Support from BC Chamber
The Squamish Chief, June 15 The advocacy group for B.C.’s chambers of commerce has thrown its weight behind the Squamish Chamber’s call for the provincial government to address a pressing forestry issue. A Squamish Chamber of Commerce policy resolution about what the local forest industry sees as an under-harvest of the coastal allowable annual cut […]
Entrepreneurs and social innovators recognized at Business Excellence Awards
Squamish Chief, May 4 They are the movers and shakers of Squamish. The local business community gathered on April 27 to celebrate entrepreneurs, service and community leaders at the annual Squamish Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards. Read the full article and find out the winners here. READY TO JOIN SQUAMISH’S LARGEST BUSINESS NETWORK? BECOME […]