Sometimes it is not quite clear what a Chamber of Commerce does and how it can help its members. We launched a new Event Series called ‘Meet the SCCC’ and just successfully hosted our first event.
Events
Christmas Gala Night & Online Silent Auction
For the very first time, the popular SCCC Silent Auction was held online and closed during a fun and jolly Christmas Gala Night on December 3. 72 Silent Auction items, over 35 event attendees, and a live concert – it was for sure a successful & memorable Silent auction event!
Building bridges between Western Canada and Europe
The Swiss Canadian Chamber of Commerce joined forces with 9 other Chambers and Business Clubs in Western Canada and successfully organized a full-day virtual networking event on October 27, 2020.
Arts x Entrepreneurship in the midst of Covid-19
The art industry has been one of the most affected by the current global crisis. The Swiss Canadian Chamber of Commerce hosted a webinar with two guest speakers that shared with us how they navigate the crisis and what creative initiatives they have put in place in order to keep on bringing arts to the public.
The current Tourism & Travel industry during Covid-19
The Swiss Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Western Canada hosted its first virtual Webinar on the topic “The current tourism & travel industry during Covid-19” on July 22, 2020. Participants received first-hand insights from Air Canada, Switzerland Tourism and the Consulate General of Switzerland in Vancouver.
Our first virtual AGM
The circumstances of this years’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) were unique for all of us. With Covid-19 happening it was not possible to meet in person for the AGM 2020. However, the Swiss Canadian Chamber of Commerce (SCCC) saw this as a new opportunity and hold on May 27, 2020 […]
Women in Business event
Is it still necessary to debate about the role of successful women in the business world? On the occasion of the International Women’s Day, the Consulate General of Switzerland and the Swiss Canadian Chamber of Commerce (SCCC) in Vancouver hosted a panel discussion on “Women in Business” to learn, connect and inspire one another.
The Whitecaps FC kicking off the 2020 MLS season with a new look
Soccer has returned to the Village. On Saturday, February 29 our business member, the Vancouver Whitecaps FC, kicked off the new MLS season against Sporting Kansas FC. Read our interview with Adrien Laflèche, Account Executive at the Whitecaps FC.
Fondue Night 2020
What better way to get through the cold winter days than by enjoying a delicious Swiss Fondue in a pleasant company. Like every year, the Swiss Canadian Chamber of Commerce and the Swiss Canadian Mountain Range Association gathered at the cozy chalet in Coquitlam for the annual Fondue Night.
Cheers to a great start!
Since the first event in Vancouver in August, we had 4 months of brewing some great ideas, with 8 main events in 4 different cities, and two countries! And there is more to come in 2020.
Pre-Christmas Reception and Fundraising Event 2019
On November 26, the Swiss Canadian Chamber of Commerce (SCCC) invited their members and friends to the annual Pre-Christmas Reception and Silent Auction event. More than 80 people followed the invitation and joined the chamber to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season. It has become a SCCC tradition to […]
Beanstock Festival 2019 (Vancouver, BC) where coffee enthusiasts meet Espresso machines
Over the weekend November 02/03, coffee lovers in Vancouver gathered together at the Beanstock Festival, happening at the Performance Work on Granville Island. Around 30 micro-roasters from Canada served hand-made coffees that allowed visitors to enjoy unlimited coffee cupping, learn more about the coffee industry, collect free bean samples for […]
Dive into the world of visual effects
On October 23, 2019 the Swiss Canadian Chamber of Commerce (SCCC) organized together with the ETH-EPFL Alumni a unique event at the award-winning visual effects and animation studio Image Engine. Guests had the opportunity to watch behind the scenes of blockbuster movies and television shows and got interesting insights from […]
AGM 2019
Dear Members and Friends of the Swiss Canadian Chamber of Commerce, On April 17th, 2019, we had an interesting and informative Annual General Meeting. Please find some chamber news below: In case you missed the meeting, please check out the 2018 President’s Report where we show all our activities […]
2019 Fondue Night
Once again, the Swiss Canadian Chamber of Commerce together with the Swiss Canadian Mountain Range Association gathered at the cozy chalet in Coquitlam for a traditional evening with a lot of Swiss Fondue. More than 80 people found their way to the event and enjoyed a wonderful time with delicious […]