Houston & District Chamber of Commerce

10/23/2026

Message from our member:

It's Garage Sale Day! 🛍️💜

Stop by the Houston Hospice Society Garage Sale today and see what treasures you can find! Every purchase helps support hospice care and services in our community.

Have a few items you're ready to part with? We'd love to have them! Donations can be dropped off at Hospice House.

📍 Houston Hospice Society
🗓️ Today, Friday!
⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM

Come browse, donate, and support a great cause while you shop! 💜

🌐 houstonhospicesociety.ca
📞 778-642-3533
✉️ [email protected]

10/23/2026

We're excited to celebrate the Grand Opening of our Chamber member, Summit & Stream Outfitters, this Saturday, October 24, 2026!

📅 Saturday, October 24
✂️ Ribbon Cutting at 12:00 Noon
📍 Houston, BC

🎣🏕️ Whether you're into fishing, camping, hiking, hockey, or outdoor adventures, Summit & Stream Outfitters has something for you!

Come check out their selection of outdoor gear, apparel, hockey accessories, and more, including brands like Hooké, Mountain Hardwear, Howies Hockey, and Cast Cuts Jerky!

⛳ And there's more to look forward to, with an indoor golf simulator coming soon!

👏 Let's show our support for this locally owned business! Stop by, say hello, meet the team, and help them celebrate their Grand Opening!

🧡 Local People. Local Business. Local Pride.

Congratulations to Summit & Stream Outfitters! We're proud to have you as part of the Houston & District Chamber of Commerce! 🎉

Grand opening tomorrow! See you there!

10/22/2026

🌎 Small Business Week 2026 – Take Your Business Global!

🚢 From B.C. to the World: Reaching Overseas Customers Through the Port of Vancouver

Is your business ready to explore opportunities beyond the U.S. market?

Join the BC Chamber of Commerce for the final FREE virtual session of Small Business Week 2026!

Hear from the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority and discover how Canada's largest port connects B.C. businesses to customers in Asia and around the world.

🔎 What You'll Learn:
✅ How the Port of Vancouver connects B.C. businesses to international markets
✅ Opportunities to reach new customers beyond the U.S.
✅ How Canada's trade gateway supports businesses looking to expand globally
✅ Why exploring new export markets could benefit your business

📅 Friday, October 23, 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 p.m. Pacific Time
💻 FREE Virtual Session

With uncertainty in the U.S. market, now is a great time to explore new opportunities and learn how your business can reach customers around the world!

👉 Register for FREE today!

https://2026sbwsummit.eventbrite.ca/

10/21/2026

📢 Small Business Week 2026 – Breaking Down Business Barriers!

🤝 Business Next Door: Getting into Western Canada's Supply Chains

Looking to expand your business into Alberta or other Canadian provinces? Different regulations, licensing requirements and trade barriers can make doing business across provincial borders more complicated than it should be!

Join the BC Chamber of Commerce for another FREE virtual session during Small Business Week!

Hear from Jen Riley, CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce, and the Alberta Chambers of Commerce as they discuss the challenges businesses face when expanding into other provinces.

🔎 What You'll Learn:
✅ The most common barriers to interprovincial trade
✅ How different regulations and licensing requirements impact your business
✅ What these barriers could be costing you
✅ How Chambers of Commerce are working to make it easier to do business across Canada

📅 Thursday, October 22, 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 p.m. Pacific Time
💻 FREE Virtual Session

Whether you're looking to reach new customers, expand your supply chain or explore opportunities beyond B.C., this session is for you!

👉 Reserve your FREE spot today!

https://2026sbwsummit.eventbrite.ca/

10/20/2026

📢 OFFICE CLOSURE NOTICE 📢

🚪 Our office will be closed for staff training as our team takes time to learn, grow, and enhance the services we provide to our community! 📚✨

🙏 We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

📅 We will reopen for regular business hours on Friday, October 23.

😊 Thank you for your patience and continued support!

10/20/2026

🌎 Small Business Week 2026 – Explore New Markets!

📦 After the U.S.: Where B.C. Exporters Go Next

Is your business ready to explore opportunities beyond the U.S. market?

Join the BC Chamber of Commerce for another FREE virtual session during Small Business Week!

This session features Export Navigator, a program that has been helping B.C. businesses explore new markets and grow their export opportunities since 2016.

🔎 What You'll Learn:
✅ How to identify new markets beyond the U.S.
✅ Practical first steps to expand your business internationally
✅ What resources and support are available to B.C. exporters
✅ How to start exploring new opportunities for growth

📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 p.m. Pacific Time
💻 FREE Virtual Session

Whether you're already exporting or just starting to explore the possibilities, this session will provide valuable information to help your business take the next step.

👉 Reserve your FREE spot today!

https://2026sbwsummit.eventbrite.ca/

10/20/2026

🎥 PROVINCIAL ELECTION FIRESIDE CHATS NOW AVAILABLE! 🗳️

Get to know the candidates running in the upcoming BC Provincial Election!

The Houston & District Chamber of Commerce has recorded individual Fireside Chats to give voters an opportunity to learn more about the candidates, why they are running, and what they hope to accomplish if elected.

💻 Watch the Fireside Chats here:
https://houstonchamber.ca/provincial-election-2026/

📢 Please note: A video is not available for Diane Black, BC Conservative Candidate.

🗳️ ADVANCE VOTING STARTS OCTOBER 20, 2026!

📍 Houston Seniors Centre
3250 W 14 St, Houston, BC

✅ Take some time to learn about your candidates, make an informed decision, and exercise your right to vote!

The Houston & District Chamber of Commerce is strictly non-partisan. We do not endorse or support any candidate or political party. Our goal is to provide information to help residents make informed voting decisions.

Your Community. Your Voice. Your Vote! 🇨🇦

10/19/2026

🎉🏆 Kicking Off Small Business Week with Some Exciting News!

What better way to start Small Business Week than by celebrating one of Houston's very own businesses!

The Houston & District Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to congratulate Pawesome Adventure and owner Miake Elliot on receiving a 2026 BC Small Business Excellence Award!🐾

Since 2018, Pawesome Adventure has proudly served pet owners in Houston and throughout the Bulkley Valley, offering quality pet supplies, knowledgeable advice, and personalized customer service.

The BC Small Business Excellence Awards were introduced this year by the BC Chamber of Commerce to recognize outstanding small businesses across British Columbia and celebrate the important role they play in their communities.

We are incredibly proud to see a Houston business recognized at the provincial level!

👏 Congratulations to Miake and the Pawesome Adventure team on this well-deserved recognition!

Houston may be a small community, but our businesses are accomplishing big things!

Help us celebrate by leaving your congratulations in the comments!

In photo left to right: Angela Fault - Interim Chair Houston & District Chamber of Commerce, Pippin – CIO (Champion in Office) and Miake Elliot – Owner Pawesome Adventure

10/19/2026

🔐 Small Business Week 2026 – Protect Your Business!

💻 Cybersecurity and AI Basics for Small Business

Every app, payment system and AI tool your business uses could open the door to a cyberattack. Are you prepared?

Join the BC Chamber of Commerce for a FREE virtual session featuring Tim Wostradowski, Principal Security Strategist at Fortinet, as he shares practical advice to help small businesses stay protected.

🔎 What You'll Learn:
✅ The most common cybersecurity risks facing small businesses
✅ How one security breach can impact your entire business
✅ Where to invest your security dollars for the greatest protection
✅ How to reduce risks when using digital tools and AI

📅 Tuesday, October 20, 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 p.m. Pacific Time
💻 FREE Virtual Session

Cyberattacks don't just happen to large corporations. Small businesses are at risk too!

👉 Register today and take steps to protect your business!

https://2026sbwsummit.eventbrite.ca/