Civil Nights: Accessing Local Government with the Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce & The Grand Hall

Civil Nights at The Grand Hall is a monthly discussion that aims to increase civic engagement between elections, and support a social form of political education within the general public. We hope to support these missions by providing a safe space for people to hear and share clear information regarding topics like:

This month we’re joining forces with the Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce to welcome guest speaker Monique Nicholas of Women Transforming Cities for a in-depth municipal panel discussion.

Local governments make decisions that impact our lives every single day – from how we do business to how we experience our community.

Join us for an engaging and practical session exploring the municipal landscape and the importance of getting involved at the local level.

Hosted by Monique Nicholas in collaboration with Women Transforming Cities, this workshop will break down how decisions are made, who to connect with, and how you can confidently engage in the processes that shape our city. Together, we’ll explore ways to better understand and influence the policies and priorities that impact our community.

Whether you’re looking to stay informed, advocate for your business, or strengthen your voice locally, this session will provide approachable, real-world tools you can put into action right away.

Key learnings include:

• Understanding local government jurisdiction and the City Hall ecosystem
• How decisions are made at the municipal level – and where your voice fits in
• Strategies to better understand candidate platforms and priorities
• Creating a simple, practical voting plan ahead of the upcoming municipal election

Hosted in collaboration with the Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce at The Grand Hall Chilliwack as part of the Civil Nights series. This is a unique opportunity to learn, connect, and strengthen your role as a local leader. Tickets can be purchased here, on the Chilliwack Chamber website. 

Monique Nicholas 

Monique Nicholas (she/her) is the Manager of Education and Community Engagement at Women Transforming Cities (WTC). She specializes in using storytelling and relationship-building to catalyze community action. As a communications strategist, organizer, and facilitator, she is energized by grassroots-led movements, embedding equity into policy development, and exploring the powerful intersection of arts and advocacy. Monique lives, works, and swims on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations.