Fraser Valley Business News
DELTA
A request for bids has been issued by the City of Delta for the construction of bus stop accessibility modifications at four sites. These sites include the eastbound and westbound stops at Churchill and King streets, as well as the 8600-block of River Road and 66A Street at 3rd Avenue.
Delta Bakery joins the Ladner Business Association
Approximately 1,500 new classrooms will be constructed at seven B.C. schools to accommodate the rapidly expanding areas, including 150 in Ladner, as announced by the province.
The North Delta Rotary Club’s Magic Pencil program, which was initiated a year ago with funding from the Delta Community Foundation’s Community Prosperity Fund, will resume this autumn. This initiative is a partnership between the Delta School District staff and the North Delta Rotary Club.
Emily Westfall, a dog trainer, has been awarded the BC SPCA’s AnimalKind accreditation for her dedication to evidence-based, compassionate dog training at North Delta’s Epsilon Dog Training.
WHITE ROCK
The White Rock Craft Beer Festival, presented by Leah Chandler Real Estate and Rob Blair Real Estate, will be held in Memorial Park for the fifth consecutive year on September 20.
Chartwell Crescent Gardens Retirement Residence is hosting its 3rd Annual Butterfly Release to support the Peace Arch Hospice Society on August 16th at 1222 King George Blvd, Surrey.
Peninsula Productions celebrates its 15th anniversary.
SURREY
Charlotte Mitha
Charlotte Mitha has officially stepped into the new role as President and CEO at BC Hydro, effective August 1.
The “Build Them Here” campaign by the B.C. Ferry and Marine Workers Union encourages people of British Columbia to express their disapproval of the $1 billion federal loan that will be used to purchase four new electric-diesel ships from a Chinese manufacturer.
Tiny Scholars Playschool opened on July 2 in Newton, located within the Amenida Seniors Community. This care home, which emphasizes Korean culture and cuisine, is a subsidiary of Primacorp Ventures and is located at 13857 68 Ave., Surrey.
The Surrey Drama Queens will debut at the Newton Cultural Centre on the weekend of August 23-24.
The Burger, Beer & Golf Promo is back at Westfield Country Club at 7778 152 St, Surrey.
The proposal for the Bristol master-planned project in Surrey has been revised by Bosa Properties to include six structures, as opposed to the previous five.
The fully funded, eight-week Green Energy Installer Training Program at ACE Community College will begin in Surrey on September 1st.
According to Insolvency Insider: Claire’s Stores Canada Corp., the Canadian arm of accessories and cosmetics retailer Claire’s, obtained CCAA protection on August 6 listing approximately $71.3 million in liabilities, about $71.2 million of which is owed on account of an inter-company payable. Claire’s Stores Canada operates an exclusively brick-and-mortar business from 120 leased retail store locations across 10 provinces. It currently employs approximately 700 people. All merchandise sold in the Claire’s Stores Canada’s stores is sourced by an affiliate which manages purchasing and inventory for North America. Claire’s Stores Canada records merchandise shipped to Canada as inter-company payables. The company is also dependent on its US affiliates for a broad range of administrative and operational services and is unable to operate independently. Claire’s Stores Canada is not profitable on a standalone basis and has incurred net losses of US $5.8 million for the last year. Over the past several months, Claire’s US undertook a marketing process which did not result in a deal for the business or assets on a standalone basis. At the same time, the company entered into a forbearance agreement with its ABL lenders that required it to commence Chapter 11 proceedings, which were also initiated on August 6. Claire’s Stores Canada has recently received notices of termination for 26 leases as a result of unpaid rent. The purpose of the Chapter 11 and CCAA proceedings is to engage with landlords and other stakeholders, review the lease portfolio and exit unprofitable stores, and to conduct an orderly liquidation of remaining inventory at those stores. KSV is the monitor. Counsel is Osler for the company and Goodmans for the monitor.
LANGLEY
Shannon Kyle has recently joined the Evolution Pilates & Yoga Studios located at 20457 Fraser Hwy, Langley.
Revamp Wellness is looking for a Registered Massage Therapist to join its growing team in Langley.
UNIFIED ALLOYS’ British Columbia Service Centre has moved to its new location at 19730 Telegraph Trail, Langley.
Snowline Autoglass has officially opened at 20691 Langley Bypass.
The Canadian Red Cross is providing financial support to qualifying small businesses and not-for-profits in regions affected by the 2021 BC Floods. Those interested in maintenance or mitigation efforts should submit their applications by August 29th.
Senior Helpers Canada, which brings exceptional in-home care and companionship services to seniors and their families, will soon open in Langley North.
Royal LePage‘s Ishwinder Ghag has sold a 4.38-acre parcel in Langley, located at 19740 32 Avenue.
ABBOTSFORD
Dr. James Mandigo
Dr. James Mandigo, the newly appointed President of the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV), is set to give his inaugural address to the business community on September 16, 2025.
Food Group Inc., a pioneer in the acquisition and expansion of emerging food brands, announced that an existing Rosie’s franchisee has expanded their portfolio by signing a second Franchise Agreement for Rosie’s Burgers. This agreement is a significant addition to their multi-unit ownership strategy.
Abbotsford City Council has given the green light to a zoning bylaw amendment put forth by Abby Cannabis, paving the way for a fifth cannabis retail store at 31940 South Fraser Way.
Sunlaced Apparel at Highstreet Mall in Abbotsford will officially close its doors on August 30th.
The Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce welcomes its new members including: The Mindful Workplace, Bakerview Music Academy, MBC Canada Inc., Nutriva Group, SME Strategy Consulting Inc., Miller Thomson LLP, NFP Canada, Summit Pacific College, Megan Ashley Creative, Sidra Ali, BFL Canada Risk & Insurance Services Inc., and North Fork Event Catering.
The Snowbird RV Show & Sale is coming back to TRADEX in Abbotsford from September 18–21.
A three-lot land assembly in Abbotsford, 2080 Carpenter Street and 2075-2081 Windsor Street, has been sold by Alex Girling and Braydon Hobbs of Marcus & Millichaps.
CHILLIWACK
Ryan Williams
Ryan Williams has been appointed as the Director of Construction at Anthem Properties Group Ltd.
Country Style Express has officially opened its doors in Chilliwack, located at Centex Petroleum, 45571 Yale Road.
The newest CEFA Early Learning Cottonwood opens in City of Chilliwack at 7544 Vedder Rd.
Avison Young‘s Matthew Sunderland has sold the Chilliwack industrial property 44365 Progress Way.
PITT MEADOWS
Dr. Matthew Jones and Dr. Alexander Ball are the newest additions to the team at the Pitt Meadows Clinic, located at 105-19070 Lougheed Highway, Pitt Meadows.
Pitt Meadows Family Recreation Centre will be closed for annual maintenance from August 25 to September 7 inclusive, reopening on September 8, 2025.
MAPLE RIDGE
The Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce 2026 Business Excellence Awards are currently accepting nominations until September 30.
The Westgate Flower Garden located at 210-20398 Dewdney Trunk Rd., Westgate Mall, Maple Ridge, celebrates its 25th anniversary.
Markayting Creative proudly sponsors the 2025 Maple Ridge $10,000 Innovation Challenge.
Coast Mental Health celebrated the opening of Rivers Reach, a new purpose-built supportive housing facility in Maple Ridge.
MISSION
The Mission Chamber of Commerce welcomes Wild Sage Photography as its new member.
Perfect Piece Optical Boutique is celebrating its 9th anniversary.
The monthly housing market statistics from the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board show that property prices in Mission fell in July. There were 55 sales in Mission in July, compared to 61 sales at the same time last year, suggesting a downward trend.
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