To:       Presidents and Managers of Member Chambers

            Board of Directors

 

Re:       Post Budget Conference call

 

As you are all no doubt aware the budget to be delivered at approximately 2.30 pm on Tuesday February 17^th.  The provincial government’s 10 point economic plan announced in October and the amendments to the balanced budget legislation mean that public finances and tax measures are largely known. However, given that this will be an ‘election budget’ there will be measures that will be of significant importance to the business community and to the economy, particularly given the current economic climate.

 

With this in mind it is important that chambers are prepared to respond to media and member questions regarding the provisions of Budget 2009.  To facilitate this process between 3:15 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. PST the Chamber will host a conference call to discuss and analyze the contents of the budget. Because the BC Chamber has representation in the budget lock-up we will have a relatively detailed analysis and strong position we can delineate for you. 

 

We would urge chamber members to make every effort to participate in this conference call.

 

If you would like to participate in this call please use the following coordinates;

 

Call – 1 877 314 1234

Code – 0525126#