About Us

The BC Chamber of Commerce is the largest business association in British Columbia, representing 100 chambers of commerce and boards of trade, and 36,000 businesses of every size, and from every sector and region of the province.

With a rich history that spans 70 years, the BC Chamber of Commerce is an established voice in the business community and has helped shape government public policy and decision-making to empower British Columbia’s businesses. In this post-pandemic era, now more than ever, the provincial association is committed to engaging with its members, listening to their concerns and evolving needs and responding through bold and proactive advocacy and the delivery of a curated suite of programs, services and business resources.

 

Our Vision

The British Columbia Chamber of Commerce – A Bold Voice for All Businesses in British Columbia.

Uniquely positioned with a membership represented by small, medium and large companies from every industry, we understand what’s important to businesses across the province and advocate passionately on their behalf.

 

Our Purpose

We champion the collective voice of our members to create an environment in which B.C. businesses prosper, families thrive and communities flourish.

We advocate for a business environment that is inclusive, innovative and competitive, believing that if businesses succeed, they can help support families and grow communities in a sustainable way.

 

How We Do Business

Our values inform our words and actions.

We are courageous leaders – we are strategically focused and intentional in all that we do.

To sustain an environment in which businesses thrive requires extraordinary ideas and creative solutions. Count on us to think strategically, challenge the status quo, and bring bold, innovative thinking to every conversation.

We care – we support our members and communities.

At the heart of every organization there are leaders who not only work tirelessly on their business but who care deeply about their people. We care too, and not only support our members’ business success but also their health and wellbeing and that of their communities.

We welcome all to the table – we embrace equity, diversity and inclusivity.

We really are stronger together than apart. And whether we are leading a cause or supporting that of another, collaboration is key. That’s why, with open ears and open minds we welcome all to the table so that we can listen, learn and co-create together.

We listen – we seek first to understand and are responsive.

We actively listen in order to understand before responding thoughtfully and taking action, because we recognize that our members, businesses and stakeholders come from across a province that is geographically large and socially, culturally and economically diverse.