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British Columbia Chamber of Commerce

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The British Columbia Chamber of Commerce is a provincial organization that represents and advocates for businesses in British Columbia, promoting commerce, trade, and business development across the province.

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CCI Score: British Columbia Chamber of Commerce

0.18

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BC Chamber Opposes Bill 7 Granting Sweeping Emergency Powers

The BC Chamber of Commerce joined other groups by writing to Premier David Eby and Attorney General Niki Sharma to oppose Bill 7, arguing that the legislation improperly grants the government unchecked emergency powers, potentially undermining democratic institutions.

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British Columbia Chamber of Commerce is currently rated as an Objector.

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These companies deliberately avoid direct involvement with authoritarian practices. While they do not actively challenge oppressive regimes, they maintain a neutral stance to ensure they are not complicit in supporting such systems.

Latest Events

  • BC Chamber Opposes Bill 7 Granting Sweeping Emergency Powers Logo
    MAR
    28
    2025

    The BC Chamber of Commerce joined other groups by writing to Premier David Eby and Attorney General Niki Sharma to oppose Bill 7, arguing that the legislation improperly grants the government unchecked emergency powers, potentially undermining democratic institutions.

  • BC Chamber's CEO Responds to Bill 7 Logo
    MAR
    26
    2025

    In response to the introduction of Bill 7 - Economic Stabilization (Tariff Response) Act, 2025, President and CEO Fiona Famulak of the British Columbia Chamber of Commerce sent a letter to Premier Eby and Attorney General Niki Sharma outlining the collective concerns of the provincial association and its members.

  • -20

    Executive Political Engagement

    March 28

    The Chamber's CEO directly engaged with political figures by sending a letter to government officials regarding Bill 7. This form of executive political engagement is aimed at influencing policy in a way that benefits business interests, which can undermine broader democratic and worker-focused priorities from an anti-fascist perspective.

    Latest News | British Columbia Chamber of Commerce

  • BC Chamber of Commerce Issues Statement on Budget 2025 Logo
    MAR
    04
    2025

    On March 4, 2025, Fiona Famulak, President and CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce, released a statement in response to Budget 2025 by the Government of British Columbia, emphasizing the unprecedented challenges faced by the province. The statement reflects the organization’s effort to influence political discourse in support of pro-business policies.

  • -25

    Executive Political Engagement

    March 28

    The statement by the Chamber's CEO is a clear example of executive political engagement aimed at shaping public policy in favor of business interests. Such actions often align with corporate tactics that prioritize economic influence over the protection of marginalized communities, reflecting an anti-democratic sway in political affairs.

    BC Chamber of Commerce Statement on Budget 2025

  • BC Chamber Criticizes Authoritarian Powers in Bill 7 Logo
    JAN
    01
    2025

    The BC Chamber of Commerce, led by President and CEO Fiona Famulak, issued a detailed letter to Premier Eby and Attorney General Niki Sharma. In the letter, the chamber criticizes Bill 7 - Economic Stabilization (Tariff Response) Act, 2025 for granting the government sweeping, unchecked powers without proper legislative accountability. The letter warns that such measures risk undermining democratic institutions and steering the province toward authoritarian practices.

  • +40

    Executive Political Engagement

    March 28

    The letter authored by the BC Chamber's President and CEO represents a proactive, anti-authoritarian stance by calling out the potential for unchecked executive power under Bill 7. This executive political engagement underscores a commitment to democratic accountability, thereby earning a positive score within the Public and Political Behavior category (specifically under Executive Political Engagement).

    BC Chamber of Commerce responds to Bill 7 - Economic Stabilization (Tariff Response) Act, 2025

  • BC Chamber Supports Collective Bargaining in Port Labour Dispute Logo
    NOV
    05
    2024

    In a statement on November 5, 2024, the BC Chamber of Commerce affirmed its support for the right to collective bargaining amid a labour dispute at BC ports, where ILWU Local 514 initiated a strike and BCMEA locked out its members. The statement highlighted the critical need for stability at one of Canada’s largest ports, emphasizing the economic repercussions of prolonged labour conflict for both workers and businesses.

  • +50

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 28

    The BC Chamber of Commerce clearly supports collective bargaining by affirming workers' rights, a core component of progressive labor practices. Although its call for swift resolution reflects concern for economic stability, the explicit endorsement of union rights aligns with anti-authoritarian labor advocacy.

    BC Chamber of Commerce Statement on Labour Dispute at BC Ports

  • BC Chamber Statement on Resumption of BC Ports Strike Logo
    NOV
    05
    2024

    On November 5, 2024, the BC Chamber of Commerce, through its President and CEO Fiona Famulak, issued a statement condemning the ILWU's rejection of a tentative agreement, urging the federal government to intervene to swiftly end the strike amid significant cargo disruptions.

  • -40

    Public and Political Behavior

    March 28

    The Chamber’s public statement positions business interests above workers’ rights by decrying the union’s decision and calling for government intervention, thereby politicizing labor disputes in a way that undermines democratic, worker-driven movements.

    BC Chamber of Commerce Statement on the Resumption of BC Ports Strike

  • -60

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 28

    By expressing profound disappointment in the union's stance without addressing workers' underlying concerns, the Chamber delegitimizes labor actions and underscores a prioritization of economic stability over fair labor practices, aligning with authoritarian business interests.

    BC Chamber of Commerce Statement on the Resumption of BC Ports Strike

  • Business Association Open Letter to Leaders Logo
    OCT
    28
    2024

    Following the provincial election results on October 28, 2024, the BC Chamber of Commerce, along with other business and industry associations, issued an open letter urging party leaders to prioritize robust economic reforms. The letter highlights significant job losses in manufacturing and forestry, affordability challenges for families, and mounting fiscal deficits, calling for urgent policy measures to support economic recovery and stability in British Columbia.

  • -40

    Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

    March 28

    The open letter represents a form of corporate lobbying where the Chamber of Commerce seeks to shape public policy in favor of business interests. While the letter calls attention to serious economic challenges, its primary function is to advance a business-oriented agenda. From an anti-fascist perspective, such political engagement aligns with elite interests that can undermine progressive reforms and labor rights, thereby earning a negative score.

    Business Association Letter to Leaders | British Columbia Chamber of Commerce

  • BC Chamber Unveils Election Priorities Logo
    SEP
    23
    2024

    The BC Chamber of Commerce announced its top ten policy priorities for the upcoming provincial election, calling on the government to lower the cost of doing business and improve infrastructure and community services. The announcement, made by President and CEO Fiona Famulak, underscores the chamber's effort to influence policy decisions in favor of its members' interests ahead of the provincial vote.

  • -10

    Public and Political Behavior

    March 28

    The Chamber’s public unveiling of its election priorities highlights deliberate corporate political engagement, aiming to influence policy in favor of business interests. From an anti-fascist, progressive perspective, such corporate influence in democratic processes may sideline broader public and worker concerns, warranting a negative evaluation in the realm of Public and Political Behavior.

    BC Chamber of Commerce Unveils Its Election Priorities

  • Business Community Advocates for Economic Plan Logo
    SEP
    10
    2024

    The British Columbia Chamber of Commerce, along with other business leaders, called on provincial political leaders to unveil a clear and actionable economic plan aimed at fostering growth, innovation, and improved prosperity, while circulating survey results to inform voters about economic policies ahead of the upcoming election.

  • -10

    Executive Political Engagement

    March 28

    The BC Chamber’s leadership, as evidenced by its active role in sending surveys to political leaders and publicly urging for an economic plan, demonstrates executive political engagement that primarily serves corporate interests. From an anti-fascist perspective, this form of corporate lobbying can skew democratic processes in favor of business elites over wider social equity.

    Business Community Calls for Economic Plan

  • -5

    Economic and Structural Influence

    March 28

    By mobilizing the business community to demand prompt economic reforms and sending surveys to political leaders, the chamber exerts economic and structural influence that prioritizes corporate interests. Such actions can lead to policies that may favor business growth at the expense of broader social and worker protections.

    Business Community Calls for Economic Plan

  • BC Chamber Advocates for AI Investment and Regulation Logo
    JAN
    01
    2024

    The British Columbia Chamber of Commerce released a 2024 policy brief urging the provincial government to prioritize investments in AI and remove barriers to its adoption. The brief highlights support for national policies on AI regulation and emphasizes the need for upskilling workers, fostering economic growth through technological innovation.

  • +10

    Public and Political Behavior

    March 28

    The BC Chamber is engaging in policy advocacy related to AI regulation, seeking to influence government decision‐making in a manner that promotes a forward-looking, competitive environment. Their efforts to remove adoption barriers and push for a national framework indicate a proactive stance in public and political behavior.

    INVESTING IN INTELLIGENCE: POWERING PRODUCTIVITY THROUGH AI (2024)

  • +20

    Technology and Services Impact

    March 28

    The policy recommendation underscores the role of AI in transforming productivity and includes measures for workforce upskilling. This reflects a positive engagement with emerging technologies that can enhance innovation and support sustainable growth if implemented responsibly.

    INVESTING IN INTELLIGENCE: POWERING PRODUCTIVITY THROUGH AI (2024)

  • +10

    Economic and Structural Influence

    March 28

    By calling for a province-wide investment strategy in AI, the Chamber is influencing structural economic reforms that aim to strengthen economic growth and competitiveness. This structural initiative, while business-oriented, supports systemic changes that can benefit the broader community when coupled with responsible upskilling.

    INVESTING IN INTELLIGENCE: POWERING PRODUCTIVITY THROUGH AI (2024)

  • BC Chamber Statement on ILWU Agreement Rejection Logo
    JUL
    29
    2023

    On July 29, 2023, the BC Chamber of Commerce issued a statement expressing disappointment over the ILWU's rejection of a tentative labor agreement at west coast ports. The statement cited over $10 billion in cargo disruption and called for greater federal intervention to secure port stability, thus prioritizing economic continuity and corporate interests over workers’ bargaining decisions.

  • -40

    Public and Political Behavior

    March 28

    The public statement by the BC Chamber criticizes the union’s decision and urges stronger government involvement to safeguard economic stability, reflecting a political engagement that favors corporate priorities over labor rights. This aligns with corporate strategies that may undermine worker empowerment.

    BC Chamber of Commerce Statement on Rejection of Tentative Agreement by ILWU

  • -60

    Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

    March 28

    By dismissing the union’s rejection of the tentative agreement and emphasizing the need for swift action to maintain economic stability, the BC Chamber’s statement indirectly undermines collective bargaining efforts. This prioritizes business interests over worker rights, reinforcing a stance that is detrimental to labor relations.

    BC Chamber of Commerce Statement on Rejection of Tentative Agreement by ILWU

  • BC Chamber Recommends Collaborative Cybercrime Countermeasures Logo
    JAN
    01
    2023

    The British Columbia Chamber of Commerce published a policy recommendation urging provincial and federal governments to work collaboratively with stakeholders and businesses to improve cybercrime reporting and counter the rising costs of cybercrime affecting Canadian businesses.

  • +40

    Public and Political Behavior

    March 28

    The BC Chamber of Commerce, by recommending increased collaboration between government and businesses on cybercrime reporting and countermeasures, demonstrates proactive public and political engagement. Such recommendations support greater transparency and government accountability in addressing a growing threat, which aligns with progressive, anti-authoritarian principles.

    COUNTERING COSTLY CYBERCRIMES (2023)

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