Fraser Valley Business News
DELTA
Gail Martin
Gail Martin, Former Delta Community Foundation president, received Rotary’s international Paul Harris Fellow Award at the Rotary Club of Ladner’s Nov. 19 meeting for her community contributions.
Harj Sidhu has been appointed as the new Chief Constable of Delta Police.
Guy McKintuck, the fire chief of Delta, has received the highest honour for firefighters, the Governor General of Canada’s Fire Services Exemplary Service Medal.
The Genesis Theatre in Delta will host Yuk Yuk’s Media‘s first Delta Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Spectacle on November 30th, bringing comedy and an incredible night of stand-up to Ladner.
The Delta city council has granted an increase to the Fraser Valley Regional Library (FVRL) budget allocation. An increase of $306,000 to the total FVRL budget for digital materials, paid for by the 2023 Provincial Enhancement Grant, is one of the recommended budget options for next year, according to a report to council.
WestBond Enterprises Corporation (TSX-V: WBE) announced that net profit for the quarter ended September 30, 2024 increased 465% to $71,060 when compared to a profit of $12,566 for the three months ended June 30, 2024. Sales were $2,577,348 for this quarter ended September 30, 2024, which is 13.7% higher than $2,267,376 for the quarter ended June 30, 2024. The company continues to focus on the food service (hospitality) industry with its expanding product line of high-end, air laid napkins. Recently installed equipment should allow WestBond to grow market share in Canada and the US.
WHITE ROCK
Emily Latrace
Emily Latrace has joined White Rock Fire Rescue as the city’s first female career firefighter.
The Kent Street Activity Centre in White Rock is currently hosting an open house, which will run until November 29.
White Rock Recreation and Culture is set to provide Swimming Lessons affiliated with the Lifesaving Society for preschoolers and beginners beginning in winter 2025.
The White Rock RCMP is hosting its 7th Annual Clothing Drive on December 7 at 15299 Pacific Avenue.
SURREY
Last week to apply! BCREA is now accepting applications for positions on the BCREA Board of Directors for the 2025-26 term.
As the Eras Tour heads to Vancouver for its final three shows, Destination Vancouver and BC Pavillion Corporation (PavCo) estimate that the total economic impact in Vancouver of those three shows will be $157 million. Of that, $97 million is direct spending on such things as accommodation, food and beverage, retail and transportation—more than 70% of which will be spent by out-of-town visitors. That infusion into local businesses translates into more than $27 million in total tax revenue for all three levels of government.
Niki Sharma
Niki Sharma has been reappointed as the attorney general and has been appointed as the Deputy Premier of British Columbia.
Crystal Smith has been appointed to the board of directors of Taseko Mines Limited.
Edo Japan (Edo), a franchise that is expanding rapidly throughout Canada, is celebrating its 45th anniversary by opening its 200th location. Since its founding in 1979 in Calgary, Alberta, Edo has been a successful distributor of teppanyaki-style Japanese food to food courts and street-front malls across the country. Today, the company serves more than 11 million meals a year throughout the Prairies, British Columbia, and Ontario.
Surrey council has approved eight operators to seek rezoning and business licences for the establishment of 12 cannabis shops. Each of the city’s neighborhoods—Cloverdale, Whalley/City Centre, Guildford, Fleetwood, Newton, and South Surrey—will have two stores.
DealBuilder, a cutting-edge business broker software platform, announce that it has merged with transaction Studio to form an all-in-one CRM and transaction management platform. Deal Studio‘s position as the top supplier of software tools for the brokerage sector is further cemented by the merger.
Suki’s Salons has opened a new location at Morgan Crossing in Surrey.
Qualico Communities BC has acquired land to build its new West Clayton community in eastern Surrey.
BC Food & Beverage is hosting the 2024 Rise Awards Night, to recognize the exceptional accomplishments in British Columbia’s food and beverage sector. The Anvil Centre in New Westminster will host this event on November 28, 2024.
Pattison Media‘s 51 radio stations are now on Bell Media’s iHeartRadio Canada. More of Canada’s popular radio stations will join iHeartRadio Canada’s library of music channels, radio stations, podcasts, playlists, and on-demand programming.
The province’s five-year housing objective for Port Moody is unlikely to be met. While the city has approved 6,325 new units via rezoning modifications or development or building licenses, only 1,450 are projected to be ready for occupancy by the province’s deadline, according to social planner Liam McLellan.
The First Nations Leadership Council (FNLC) has given the green light for Indigenous Tourism BC (ITBC) to spearhead the creation of a BC First Nations-led Tourism Destination Fund. This initiative has received unanimous backing from the Union Of British Columbia Indian Chiefs (UBCIC), the First Nations Summit Society (FNS), and the BC Assembly of First Nations (BC AFN).
According to Insolvency Insider: Central City Brewers and Distillers Ltd., a Surrey, British Columbia-based brewer and distiller, and CCBD Realty Holding Corp., which owns the real estate housing Central City’s operations, obtained CCAA protection on November 21. The companies list approximately $63.2 million in liabilities, including approximately $23.7 million to CWB and $28.3 million to BDC. Central City started as a brewpub in 2003 and grew to having over 200 employees at its height before the COVID-19 pandemic. Its beers, including well-known brands Red Racer, Beer League Lager and Street Legal Dealcoholized Craft beer, are sold in liquor stores and served in pubs, restaurants and bars across the country. Shortly prior to the pandemic, the companies invested $45 million in capital expenditures into a new building and state-of-the-art brewing and distilling equipment. Given the business closures and economic upheaval of the pandemic, the companies were unable to realize a return on that capital expenditure. In 2021, Central City went offside its financial covenants. It has made several business improvements and cost reductions over a subsequent forbearance period with the banks, but is still unable to service its debt load. The purpose of the CCAA proceedings is to conduct a SISP. PwC is the monitor. Counsel is Farris for the companies.
LANGLEY
King Taps is opening its first Lower Mainland location, and is hiring for all positions for its team in Langley.
Masala Hut Langley has officially opened at 20620 56 Ave, on November 15th.
The Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce welcomes its newest members, MOTUS Consult Ltd, Jubilee Gifts Ltd, Kindred Photography, Subway Langley, iRefund Tax & Accounting Solutions, The Candy Curio, Absolute Power, and Lavender Counselling.
From December 14, 2024, until February 15, 2025, the federal government intends to temporarily lower the GST on a variety of “essential” goods, including prepared foods, restaurant meals, beverages, snacks, children’s apparel, and presents.
Graybar Canada is currently in search of an Account Manager, Electrical, to join their Langley team.
ABBOTSFORD
The Abbotsford Downtown Business Association (ADBA) and the City of Abbotsford are excited to announce the completion of the Montrose Avenue roadwork in the downtown area.
Communitas celebrates 50 years of delivering mental health supports and services to individuals of all abilities in Abbotsford and beyond.
Care for Women, an Abbotsford organization dedicated to supporting new mothers, is set to expand its services to Surrey in 2025.
The City of Abbotsford is offering an incentive program for registering a new or existing secondary suite. The goal of this program is to help increase housing supply in Abbotsford and ensure that suites are safe for occupancy. You may also be eligible for a $10,000 grant to help offset construction costs, paid from the federal Housing Accelerator Fund.
Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce member, Midland Appliance, celebrates 40 years in business this year.
CHILLIWACK
Á’a:líya Warbus, who was chosen house leader for the Conservative Party of B.C. on Nov. 19, became the top leader in John Rustad‘s shadow cabinet after serving as MLA for Chilliwack-Cultus Lake.
The UFV Properties Trust is converting underutilized land into a thriving tech park and residential neighbourhood under the name of Campus Communities. In order to improve campus life and encourage creativity, these developments will incorporate tech-related areas, mixed-use spaces, and sustainable living alternatives.
The previous Orangetheory Fitness location at Eagle Landing in Chilliwack is going to be transformed into an IHOP.
VSSL Gear (VSSL), a leading provider of outdoor coffee equipment, announced the opening of their retail location at District 1881, 103-45925 Thunderbird Lane, in Chilliwack. VSSL products will be on display and available for purchase in this one-of-a-kind holiday retail location. In addition to premium product assortment, there will be product demonstrations and holiday promotions throughout the two-month opening.
PITT MEADOWS
The Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce announced their Annual General Meeting on November 28th at The Well Public House and also welcomes newest premier partner Meadowridge School.
The Pre-Renovation Kia Sale is on now with West Coast Kia in Pitt Meadows. Promo ends on December 2, 2024.
The winners of Pitt Meadows’ sixth annual Community Service Awards have been announced by the city.
Business of the Year Award – Pitt Meadows Combat Club
Community Service Award – Krista Marion
Community Service Youth Award – Clarissa Moody and Tristan Kennedy
Good Neighbour Award – Colin McIntyre
Spirit of Pitt Meadows Award – J.C. Coates
MAPLE RIDGE
Maple Ridge reminds residents that business licence renewals are due by December 31, while dog licence renewals must be completed by January 31, 2025.
Trustees Elaine Yamamoto and Kim Dumore were re-elected to the positions of chair and vice-chair, respectively, by the Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows Board of Education during its public meeting on November 13, 2024.
MISSION
The Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce welcomes Radiant Leadership as its new member.
The Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce‘s 38th Annual Candlelight Parade returns on Saturday, December 7 2024.
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