Fraser Valley Business News
DELTA
Jill McKnight, a Delta MP, has been appointed as the new minister of veterans affairs and associate minister of national defence in Canada.
The Ladner Business Association welcomes Marketing & Events Summer Intern Sydney Saltel.
The Ministry of Post-Secondary Education has awarded Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) with provincial funding for an additional academic year to facilitate a tuition-free course for internationally educated nurses who meet the eligibility criteria.
The new Winskill Aquatic and Fitness Centre‘s form, character, and configuration plans were approved by the council, and construction is scheduled to begin this summer.
The Cloverdale Community Kitchen will now be under the management of the Storehouse Community Hub Society.
Ladner May Days, one of the largest free family festivals in BC, will be held from May 23 to 25 at Memorial Park, located at 5010 47th Ave.
WHITE ROCK
Chaiwalla, a lovely new café and chai spot has opened at 15069 Marine Dr, White Rock.
CEFA White Rock is now officially open at 1589 George Street, White Rock.
The Paddles for ALS pickleball tournament was recently hosted by the White Rock Pickleball Association at Centennial Park in White Rock. The event raised nearly $15,000 in support of the ALS Society of BC.
SURREY
Matt Nugent has started working as the Director of Acquisitions and Capital Partnerships at the Alabaster Group of Companies.
Tanreet Hans has recently joined VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation as the newest HR Assistant.
Saije Rusimovici is starting a new position as Marketing, Communication, Events and Office Support Coordinator at Downtown Surrey Business Improvement Association.
Units at 6887 Palm Avenue in Burnaby, which were originally scheduled to be rented out at 20 per cent below CMHC medians, are now being reclassified as market and CMHC median rental units, according to the BC General Employees’ Union‘s request.
From June 1 to June 10, Premier David Eby will lead a trade mission to Asia with important government representatives and industry executives in an effort to improve trade diversification, boost investment, fortify alliances, and generate excellent employment for British Columbians. The team will highlight British Columbia’s advantages and work to establish connections that will facilitate new trade and investment in important areas, such as the growing demand for clean energy in Asia, B.C. wood and forestry products, technology, LNG, and essential minerals, as well as agricultural products like seafood and halal foods.
A brand-new, two-story Nike store is set to open in Surrey’s Guildford Town Centre.
Yummy Slice Pizza has officially opened in South Surrey, at 2670 152 St Suite 310.
A Succession Planning Seminar for Business Owners will be held on May 30, 2025, at 885 West Georgia Street, Suite 900, Vancouver.
The BC Recreation and Parks Association has presented the City of Surrey with two distinguished provincial awards: the Facility Excellence Award for capital projects under $6 million went to the Totest Aleng: Indigenous Learning House, and the Community Leadership Award went to the Surrey Accessibility Leadership Team (SALT).
LANGLEY
Priya Sidhu is starting a new position as Human Resources Generalist at Cascades Casino Resort in Langley.
An initial approval for a new 100-unit building located on 202B Street in the 8400 block has been granted by the Township of Langley.
Capstone Asset Management is currently looking to add an Equity Research Analyst to its investment team in Langley.
Residents, schools, companies, and community organizations may now easily look into vital local information in a clear, visual manner with the help of Langley City’s recently created Data Visualization Tool.
ABBOTSFORD
Danielle Mlinaritsc, a nurse practitioner, has recently joined the internal medicine unit at Abbotsford Regional Hospital.
An initiative marking its 50th anniversary, SARA for Women launched a greeting-card collection in Abbotsford and Mission.
Horizon Equine Veterinary Clinic, located in Abbotsford, has been named a finalist in the Best Professional Services category for the 2024 Small Business Awards by CanadianSME Magazine.
Semá:th First Nation is attempting to secure the approval of the Abbotsford council in order to build a new 53-acre reserve, which will consist of two properties at 2450 Fooks Rd. and 36737 North Parallel Rd., and to incorporate an 80-acre property at 37351 Atkinson Rd. into its existing reserve.
Abbotsford city officials are looking into potential partnerships to acquire more arena hours from private operators, as well as options for replacing or constructing new facilities.
The City of Abbotsford is looking for a partner to develop the lands for a multi-family or mixed-use rental housing complex and is soliciting proposals for the development of ten sites refers as the “Tims Block.”
CHILLIWACK
Lara Mussell Savage, who served as the Chief of the Sqwá (Skwah) First Nation in the past, has been elected to the board of directors of the Canadian Olympic Committee.
Cottonwood 4 Cinemas is officially closing after 16 years operation.
Pink and Blue Kidz Clothing, located at 108-46167 Yale Rd., will host the Craft Table Critter and Flower Fest on May 22.
PITT MEADOWS
Insp. Rochelle Kokkoris has been appointed as the Operations Support Officer for the Ridge Meadows RCMP.
The Pitt Meadows Family Recreation Centre will host an open house on May 21 for residents to engage in a conversation with the project team regarding the proposed climate action strategy.
KidSport Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows has received a $10,000 donation from Maple Ridge Hyundai, to assist local children in participating in organized sports.
MAPLE RIDGE
The Proline Sportsbook Lounge will celebrate its Grand Opening on May 24 at 22710 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge.
Venvi Sunwood Retirement Living is hosting an open house on May 24, at 12241 224 St., Maple Ridge.
On Sunday, June 15, Father’s Day, the third annual ST.O.R.M. Show and Shine will take place in the parking lot of The Haney Public House. The Family Education and Support Centre will be the beneficiary of all the proceeds from the event.
Hamada Fusion, located at #200- 22529 Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge, is now under new ownership.
MISSION
The rehabilitation project for Mission Memorial Hospital, which is estimated to cost 18 million dollars, has been approved, according to Fraser Health.
Mission will host the inaugural TEDx event with the theme “CHANGE MAKERS – Shaping Tomorrow’s Future” on June 21st.
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