Fraser Valley Business News
DELTA
Raj Veauli
Raj Veauli has been nominated as the candidate for the Conservative Party of BC in Delta North for the upcoming provincial election on Oct. 19.
Chef Bruno Marti, the retired owner of La Belle Auberge restaurant, and Dr. Jack Taunton, one of the creators of the Vancouver Sun Run and the Vancouver Marathon, have been awarded Members of the Order of Canada.
The Delta council granted final approval to significant modifications to the city’s Official Community Plan (OCP), following the approval of Delta’s updated Regional Context Statement by Metro Vancouver’s board and the Agricultural Land Commission.
As part of the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation‘s ‘Coming Home’ capital campaign for the new Beedie Long-Term Care Centre, the largest fundraising campaign in the Foundation’s 35-year history, the inaugural ‘Supper at Sunset’ fundraising dinner will be held on the Tsawwassen First Nation boardwalk on August 22.
The Reach Society Teens Programme receives a $32,000 donation from Global Container Terminals.
West Coast Seeds offers guided tours of their farm every Wednesday, from 12–1pm at 5300 34B Ave, Delta, until September 25th. Book your spot now.
The Ladner Business Association welcomes new member Coastal Shores Landscape Contracting, 505-Junk and Brooke Alexander Real Estate.
WHITE ROCK
White Rock City Council has voted to improve accessibility on the famous and well-loved pier, making one of the city’s most notable landmarks able to be enjoyed by all. The Pier Accessibility Mat, which will stretch along the pier and aims to create an even layer on the wood planks, is able to be installed thanks to a generous grant from SPARC BC and donations from the Self Advocates of Semiahmoo and Soroptimists International of White Rock.
The Picnic on the Pier event, a fundraiser for the Peace Arch Hospital Foundation, will be held in White Rock on August 8.
From August 2nd to the 4th, Waste Connections of Canada will host the 73rd White Rock Sea Festival & Semiahmoo Days.
The South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce is hosting a New Member Breakfast on July 17 at Aspira Peninsula, 2088, 152 St., Surrey.
The White Rock BIA is hosting a day of live music and entertainment on August 10th across Uptown White Rock.
SURREY
Daniel Gorelov
Daniel Gorelov has been promoted from articled student to associate in Clark Wilson’s Family Law group. Daniel’s services include cohabitation agreements, pre- and post-nuptial agreements, marriage agreements, separation agreements, divorce, property division, spousal support, child support, custody and guardianship, and parenting arrangements.
Anita Huberman announced she plans to leave the Surrey Board of Trade on August 30.
Jasroop Gosal, the Policy & Research Manager at the Surrey Board of Trade, is celebrating 6 years with the organization.
Colortec Creative Print Solutions, located in Burnaby, has been acquired by Hemlock Display Solutions Ltd., a prominent provider of wide-format printing services in Western Canada.
A development application has been submitted for a potential new Costco location in the city. The proposed site is situated at 1891 and 1947 164 St. in the Grandview area of South Surrey.
BC Hydro has recently announced new rebates for the installation of battery-storage systems and rooftop solar panels, which could save homeowners up to $10,000.
Simon Fraser University (SFU) will soon have more student accommodation following the announcement of a 445-bed project that will be constructed on the school’s Burnaby campus. The project aims to achieve optimal compliance with both the BC Energy Step Code and the Zero Carbon Code, utilising mass timber construction. This highlights the Province and SFU’s dedication to the CleanBC goals.
PICS Mega Job Fair will be held on July 25 at the North Surrey Sport & Ice Complex, located at 10950 126A Street Surrey.
The medical school at Simon Fraser University will get $27 million in operational support and $33.7 million in capital financing from the province in Budget 2024 for an interim facility.
The Surrey Technology and Skills Centre, the largest coworking space in Surrey, has recently opened its doors at Tower 2 – Unit 207, 9639-137A Street, Surrey.
LANGLEY
Yoseph Jo has joined the team at Song Family Chiropractic in Langley as a Non-Registered Massage Therapist.
The BC Food & Beverage Community is hosting a networking event on August 13 at Locality Brewing in Langley. The event is sponsored by Glenmore Custom and Print & Packaging.
The Vancouver Bandits and the South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce, presents the Chamber Game Night, on July 18th at the Langley Events Centre, Langley.
Castle’s Sewing Centre is having an Anniversary Sale from July 13 – 20 , in celebration of its 82 years in business.
The Fraser Valley’s most eagerly awaited music and arts event of the summer, the Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival, will take place from July 25 to July 28.
ABBOTSFORD
The Abbotsford Agrifair will be held at 32470 Haida Drive, Abbotsford, from August 2 to 4.
The Bay in Abbotsford has reopened following a few days of closure due to HVAC problems.
Townline Veterinary Hospital (31205 Maclure Rd.) is offering inexpensive microchips to help retired police dogs through Ned’s Wish at its second annual Chips for Charity event on July 21.
The University of the Fraser Valley‘s School of Education is scheduled to relocate from Abbotsford to Mission on July 29.
The Abbotsford Chamber is partnering with Canadian Blood Services to collect life-saving plasma. You can participate in the Plasma Playoffs until July 27, but if you donate on July 19th you will be entered into a prize draw that includes a Member Spotlight in an upcoming newsletter! Winner will be announced July 22.
Do you know a business in Abbotsford that stands out in our community? Recognize their achievements by nominating them for the 28th Annual Abbotsford Business Excellence Awards, presented by the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and AbbyNews. All nominations must be received by September 20th at 6:00pm PT.
CHILLIWACK
The Coqualeetza Cultural Education Centre celebrates its 50th anniversary.
Whispering Horse Winery is in the process of obtaining endorsements from Chilliwack city hall for its lounge and special event areas.
The Luckakuck Way Traffic Signal Project has been awarded to Breakwater Contracting for a sum of 1.3M.
PITT MEADOWS
Ian Dunsmuir, a certified Sports Medicine Registered Acupuncturist and Kinesiologist, celebrates 25 years in the industry.
Kelo Cannabis held it’s Grand Opening on July 13th at 112-19150 Lougheed Hwy., Pitt Meadows.
MAPLE RIDGE
The GM Restaurant, which is owned by Joginder and Swarnjit Shah and is located at 20726 Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge, is celebrating its 30th anniversary.
A night market is scheduled to take place on July 20 along 119 Avenue and 228 Street, organized by the Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association.
Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Business After Hours event on September 26 at De Dutch Maple Ridge.
Maple Ridge Chevrolet Buick GMC and West Coast Auto Group are providing the commuting cars for the BC Summer Games.
MISSION
The Japanese Canadian Legacies Society has approved $400,000 in grant funding to construct a tea-house-inspired amenity in Centennial Park.
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