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The findings flow from a recently conducted poll of chamber members and the results fell into line with those of many small businesses surveyed nationally since the July government announcement.

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Across the board, 86 per cent of respondents said they were aware of the proposal and 81 per cent thought they would be negatively impacted by the proposed changes. According to the chamber, Kelowna member businesses expressed dismay, anger, concern and heartfelt requests for the feds to extend the consultation period on the proposed changes, and allow small businesses, farmers, incorporated professionals, and other affected business people a chance to tell their stories.

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Here are a few comments the Chamber released publicly:

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The chamber says it is working with other chambers across the country to ensur small businesses hear about the issue and react in advance of the Oct. 2 consultation deadline.