News Impacting Southern Vancouver Island Business
Brodie Rogers
Brodie Rogers has been hired as the new Proposal Manager at Kinetic Construction Ltd.
Madone Pelanbegan, General Manager of the Oak Bay Beach Hotel, has been awarded as Hotelier of the Year.
Jason Johnson, who previously served as a senior official in the City of Victoria, is set to take on the role of Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Colwood starting in the New Year.
Sharde Long, CPHR, Director of People & Culture at Power To Be, is among the recipients of the 2024 HR Spotlight, sponsored by Humi.
The Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce welcomes its newest members, Ocean River Sports, the Arpeg Group of Companies, Velletta Pedersen Christie Lawyers, and Westcoast Bathhouse!
On February 8, 2025, Victoria voters will have the opportunity to vote on whether the City of Victoria may borrow up to $168.9 million to replace the Crystal Pool and to select a preferred site option: Central Park North or Central Park South. Information about the Crystal Pool Replacement Project is available at crystalpool.ca.
According to the Victoria Downtown Business Association, starting this Friday, the Ferris wheel will be onsite for the remainder of Lights of Wonder in Centennial Square! It will be available to ride nightly (except on the 25th) from 4pm, by donation/free.
Josue Dubon
Josue Dubon, CFP®, B.Comm.(Hons) has been named the 2025 Chamber Member of the Year.
The Victoria New Homes Group has been recognized as one of the Top 8 eXp Real Estate Teams in British Columbia.
The 2024 Canadian Tourism Award recipients were announced by the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC), and Accent Inns Inc., a Victoria-based company, was recognized as the Tourism Employer of the Year. Mandy Farmer, the third-generation CEO, oversees a formidable staff in British Columbia that encompasses Accent Inns, Hotel Zed, and ROAR restaurant. The team’s success, which is further exemplified by the company’s Leading with Love philosophy and its commitment to creating happier workplaces in the hospitality industry, was also recently recognized when Accent Inns Inc. was awarded Canada’s most esteemed corporate culture last month.
OOTA-YA, the sushi restaurant located in the Victoria Public Market, has announced its closure as of December 28. This decision was made in response to the decision by Coho Commissary, the culinary operator, to leave the market.
A new waffle restaurant, Wonderffle Cafe is now open at 632 Yates St. Creations include matcha, strawberry, peach mango, and many more.
A new Roast kiosk is having a soft opening at the Uptown shopping centre for one week.
Adrian Legin
Adrian Legin, President and CEO of Coastal Community Credit Union, has announced his retirement in June 2025, capping an incredible 16-year stint that has seen him guide the organization through transformation.
Pizza Garden has officially opened at 898 Government St. this week.
Rabbit Rabbit has officially opened its doors at 658 Herald St. in Victoria’s Chinatown. Online reservations are now available.
The 100th anniversary of the Victoria Cougars’ Stanley Cup victory celebrations is set for March 27 and March 29-30, 2025.
Destination Greater Victoria celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.
BNI, a global networking organization designed to help businesses grow through quality referrals, will be launching a brand-new chapter in Victoria/Langford.
Victoria has been recognized as the most generous city in Canada.
In 2025, UVic Aero, the aerospace engineering team from the University of Victoria (UVic), will participate in the Student Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) competition of the Aerial Evolution Association of Canada.
Sysco‘s dedication to sustainability has taken a significant leap forward with the introduction of eight new electric heavy-duty vehicles in Victoria.
The Victoria Seedy Saturday will return on February 15, 2025.
The BC Aviation Museum will be closing at noon on Thursday, December 19th due to a planned power outage.
JKS Realty & Property Management now manages the Reunion at Belmont.
The BC Paralegal Association marks 45 years of service.
U-Lock Mini Storage West Shore will be adjusting its office hours from 9:30 AM – 6 PM to 9 AM – 5 PM every day, effective January 2, 2025.
Adam Olsen, who was formerly the Green Party’s member for North Saanich and the Islands, is now taking on the position of lead negotiator for the W̱JOȽEȽP’ (Tsartlip) First Nation.
The merger of South Vancouver Island United Way and United Way BC, which was announced in September, will become official on February 1, 2025.
There will be an increase to the pay parking rates at Sooke Potholes Regional Park.
New street banners created by artist Shelley Davies honouring T’Sou-ke culture, will be in display in Sooke streets until the 2025.
Boutique West, located at 2048 Otter Point Road, Sooke, will be open everyday until Christmas.
Sidney BIA‘s request for a 3 per cent hotel tax is supported by the Capital Regional District.
The Sidney Museum’s 19th Annual Lego Brick Exhibit launches on December 20.
Victoria Grizzlies – BCHL is raising $5,700 for the Goldstream Foodbank in partnership with Water Works Irrigation.
Soulful Sister Aromatherapy has just released its limited edition Christmas Tree Pure Essential Oil Blend.
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