Fraser Valley Business News
DELTA
After closing a $35 million financing from a group of investors that includes Mitsubishi Corp., Asahi Kasei Corp., InBC Investment Corp., Orion Industrial Ventures, and Export Development Canada, Mangrove Lithium, a cleantech company based in British Columbia that was listed among the top 100 by the Cleantech Group last year, announced plans to construct a new lithium refining plant in Delta.
The City of Delta is the recipient of $14.2 million in federal funding through the Housing Accelerator Fund which will support several new initiatives designed to address the housing crisis.
The City of Delta is seeking bids for site preparation and installation for a playground expansion outside the North Delta Recreation Centre.
The Council has approved a new grant for the Royal Canadian Legion in Ladner. This organization has previously received two grants: one for $3,750 for repainting the Nicolich Residence on River Road West, another for $12,495 for repainting the Ladner United Church on 48th Avenue, and a third for $27,000 for installing an exterior lift at the Royal Canadian Legion on Delta Street.
More than 10,000 pounds of various steel kinds have been donated to Seaquam Secondary School by Cascadia Metals in Delta, helping students in their Machining and Welding program.
The Ladner Business Association welcomes new member KJV Tile & Stone Ltd.
WHITE ROCK
Buena Vista Massage recently celebrated 30 years of business.
South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce is holding an after work mixer at Kingdom Athletics on January 30, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at 1493 Johnston Rd, White Rock.
The City of White Rock is looking for individuals who want to become Auxiliary Firefighters.
Surrey Eagles players and head coach Scott Gomez are signing autographs and taking pictures with fans at White Rock Beach Beer Company on February 1st.
SURREY
Dave Hartney will be taking the stage at the Boot Scootin’ Boogie Fundraiser hosted by Making Tomorrow Better, on March 1 at Northview Golf Course, with proceeds going to EmotionsBC.
DIGITAL, Canada’s Global Innovation Cluster for digital technologies, is collaborating with the Surrey Board of Trade to train another 180 participants seeking employment or transitioning to employment in the digital hospitality industry in British Columbia.
Simon Fraser University has teamed up with Mitacs, 13 universities, and health research institutes nationwide, along with 57 collaborating organizations, to enhance Canada’s research to innovation continuum. This initiative is backed by 5 years of funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). The Invention to Innovation (i2I) network in BC is set to grow, welcoming new delivery partners and co-applicants from the University of Victoria, University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), University of the Fraser Valley, Providence Healthcare, and Fraser Healthcare.
King George Boulevard in Surrey will soon be served by Bus Rapid Transit (BRT). Surrey City Centre, Newton Town Centre, and Semiahmoo Town Centre will all be connected by BRT, which is expected to cut travel time by 40 per cent and include features like dedicated bus lanes and signal priority at crossings.
PacifiCan is backing the City of Surrey community by investing in local businesses such as Nanak Foods, which produces authentic flavours right in Surrey, benefiting both local residents and global markets.
Surrey high school students can access various partnership programs offered by Surrey Schools, local post-secondary institutions and SkilledTradesBC. Students enrolled in Career Education programs have the opportunity to earn elective credits that contribute to their secondary school graduation. Additionally, they can gain post-secondary credit and access to SkilledTradesBC technical trades apprenticeship training.
The Surrey Art Gallery is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
The 2025 Vancouver International Boat Show is making waves from January 29 to February 2 at BC Place and the Granville Island Maritime Market & Marina. A must-see highlight this year is the Highballer II, the iconic jet boat from the iconic show The Beachcombers. Dive into its nostalgic story while exploring an incredible variety of boats, exclusive deals, inspiring seminars, and the chance to win a dream fishing boat package!
LANGLEY
Edmund Chow
Edmund Chow has been appointed to the Speciality Tax Service Team at MNP.
The Jim Pattison Foundation has announced a $1 million matching donation for the Langley addictions recovery centre.
The presentation on “Major Project Updates: Surrey Langley SkyTrain Project, Fraser River Tunnel Project, Fraser Valley Hwy 1” will be conducted by Gilles Assier, Executive Project Director, SLS from Transportation Investment Corporation, on January 29th.
Next month, the Fort Langley Library will relocate to its new site, Salishan Place by the River, which is currently undergoing a phased opening.
The Salvation Army‘s Langley kettle fundraiser raised $172,500, which is an increase from last year and close to the target of $180,000, according to figures given by Dan Donkers, spiritual care coordinator at the Gateway of Hope shelter in Langley City.
Shopland Coaching has created the Coaching Hub: Solopreneur Business Program. This monthly group coaching program is designed specifically for solopreneurs looking to overcome obstacles, gain clarity, and take their business to the next level.
The Fraser Valley Regional Library, will be celebrating the grand opening of salishan Place by the River, the Township of Langley’s new arts, culture, and heritage centre in Fort Langley. The event will take place, Saturday, February 8, from 12:30 to 4 pm.
Join Township 7 Vineyards and Winery for a Tasting Experience! This tasting experience is available exclusively at the South Langley Winery from January 24 thru February 9. Reservations can be booked online.
ABBOTSFORD
Tareq Hadhad, a former Syrian refugee who has become a successful entrepreneur, will be the headline speaker at the 2025 Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards.
West Fraser Development has proposed a new service station, drive-thru restaurant, and convenience store on the west side of Mt. Lehman Road, close to Abbotsford International Airport.
The Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) has surpassed one million passengers for the second consecutive year.
Vancity Lion Dance will conduct a traditional lion dance performance at the Sevenoaks Shopping Centre in Abbotsford on Sunday, February 2, as part of the celebration of Lunar New Year.
The Fraser Valley Home and Backyard Living Expo will be held at Tradex from January 31 to February 2.
Improvements to the Abbotsford Recreation Centre‘s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system have started, with completion anticipated by the year 2025.
The grand reopening of the McMillan Return-It location is scheduled for April.
A Little Bud, founded by Randy Tingskou, is a tiny medical dispensary in Abbotsford that has become the most decorated cannabis store in BC.
The nominations for the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors are now open. Visit their website to submit a nomination.
CHILLIWACK
Chris Gosselin, a former Chilliwack Mountie, has been recognized with the BC Reconciliation award.
Westbow Group of Companies is set to participate in two career fairs in the Fraser Valley on February 13: the 2025 Trinity Western Career Fair at the Reimer Student Centre & TWU Commons, Langley Campus, located at 22500 University Drive, Langley, and the 2025 Chilliwack Hiring & Post-Secondary Education Expo at the Coast Chilliwack Hotel, 45920 First Ave., Chilliwack.
The Downtown Chilliwack Community Market will move to Central Community Park for the 2025 season throughout the long weekend of May.
Workshops called “Honouring Land and Language” will be held at the Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce office near Five Corners on February 13, 20, and 27. The series is open to both members and non-members of the chamber.
Suppliment King Chilliwack is officially CLOSED for business in downtown Chilliwack. They celebrated their grand re-opening January 25 at 7592 vedder road UNIT 204.
PITT MEADOWS
Julie Gilfillan has been appointed as the new executive director of The Salvation Army Ridge Meadows Ministry.
The City of Pitt Meadows public works crew has just installed three updated illegal dumping signs on Neaves Road, Kennedy Road, and Old Dewdney Trunk Road.
The City of Pitt Meadows is launching recruitment for its City committees for 2025. Applications are open until February 23, 2025.
MAPLE RIDGE
Business After Hours will be held at The Patch Brewery on February 20th by the Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce.
The Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Business After Hours event in collaboration with Maple Ridge Chevrolet Buick GMC on March 20th.
Business and non-profit leaders from Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows are invited on March 4th to attend Strategic Sips & Solutions: Brew Up Better HR with SuperHR! at The Nut Maple Ridge.
MISSION
A property tax hike of 5.84 percent is being considered for 2025 by the City of Mission.
The Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 24th Annual Business Excellence Awards on February 28th.
The Coldest Night of the Year Walk to support Mission Youth House – MY House & Hope Central Mission is scheduled on February 22 at Copper Hall, 33129 N Railway Ave.
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