Balancing Transit and Business: Speak Up on Burnaby’s BRT TransLink has launched public engagement on the future Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) route connecting Metrotown and the North Shore, a project that promises fast, frequent, and reliable service with dedicated lanes, transit signal priority at intersections, and weather-protected stations. BRT is designed to move large numbers…

Birthday Behind Bars? Help Free Angie for a Good Cause! Breaking news from the Burnaby Board of Trade: our CEO, Angie Whitfield, has a warrant out for her arrest! Don’t worry, she’s not in trouble with the law. In fact, she’s taking part in Metro Vancouver Crime Stoppers’ Jail & Bail fundraiser, and she needs…

BBOT Members Invited to Apply: Economic Development Committee As the official economic development partner for the City of Burnaby, the Burnaby Board of Trade plays a central role in supporting the growth, resilience, and long-term success of our local economy. From championing key industries to addressing workforce needs and helping businesses navigate change, our work…

Guidance for Preparing Pay Transparency Reports The Pay Transparency Act became law in 2023, and employers with a certain number of employees must post pay transparency reports annually. In 2025, employers with 300 or more employees are required to post pay transparency reports publicly. Key Dates & Information: Employers must publicly post pay transparency reports…

RFP: Operations and Systems Audit and Implementation REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Operations and Systems Audit and Implementation Burnaby Board of Trade Deadline to Submit: September 2, 2025 Overview The Burnaby Board of Trade (BBOT) is seeking a qualified contractor or firm to conduct a comprehensive technology and systems audit, with an emphasis on enabling our small…

We’re Hiring: Manager, Events & Strategic Partnerships Position Posting: Manager, Events & Strategic Partnerships Location: Burnaby, BC (Hybrid – 3 days in office, 2 days remote) Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular Reports To: President & CEO Compensation: $84,000 – $93,000 annually, commensurate with experience   Are you a dynamic event leader with a strategic mindset, exceptional…

BBOT Members Shine on BCBusiness Top 100 Companies List The latest BCBusiness Top 100 Companies list has been released, highlighting British Columbia’s largest and most impactful businesses. We are proud to announce that numerous Burnaby Board of Trade members have earned recognition for their significant contributions to the provincial economy. This achievement reflects the strength and resilience…

26th Annual BBEA Call For Nominations Help us recognize the best of Burnaby’s business community by nominating a business, professional, or non-profit for this year’s Burnaby Business Excellence Awards! The Burnaby Business Excellence Awards are an initiative of the Burnaby Board of Trade and the City of Burnaby, honouring and celebrating businesses, entrepreneurs, and not-for-profit organizations for their…

BBOT Policy Wins at the BC Chamber of Commerce AGM Last week, the Burnaby Board of Trade proudly represented Burnaby’s business community at the BC Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting in Nanaimo. BBOT CEO Angie Whitfield, Chair Dana Martin, and Past Chair Raj Sharma joined chamber leaders from across the province to vote on…

BBOT Urges Federal Government to Prevent Canada Post Strike The Burnaby Board of Trade is calling on the federal government to take immediate action to prevent the planned Canada Post strike set to begin on May 23. The postal service is a critical part of Canada’s economic infrastructure, and another disruption would severely impact businesses,…