Kelowna Chamber sees pros and cons in federal budget, but still waiting to hear from members
The Kelowna Chamber of Commerce is mostly applauding the federal government’s budget, though is still awaiting feedback.
“We’re waiting to hear from our business members before speaking too broadly,” Kelowna Chamber CEO, Dan Rogers, stated.
“One important message is a policy win for us, and for our B.C. based businesses – a focus on streamlining internal trade. Strengthening our internal trade could elevate GDP growth by up to eight per cent across the country, and fortify Canada’s economic foundation. It shouldn’t be easier to trade with Europe than it is within our own country.”
Included in the budget was the launching of a first-ever Canadian Survey on interprovincial trade this summer, which will allow Canadian businesses to provide insights on challenges they face when buying, selling and investing across provincial and territorial borders.