Fraser Valley Business News
DELTA
Seaspan Shipyards, the largest shipbuilder in B.C., is urging the provincial government to take advantage of the chance to construct new vessels for BC Ferries locally, aiming to generate high-value jobs and economic advantages for the people of British Columbia.
Writers of all skill levels are welcome at the Delta Literary Arts Society‘s gatherings, which are hosted by Angela Rebrec (on Ladner dates) and Anna Eastland (on North Delta dates). The events include prompts, optional sharing, and plenty of socializing time. George Mackie Library (Oct. 2) and Douglas J. Husband Discovery Centre (Oct. 6), both hosted by the City of Delta and the Fraser Valley Regional Library, are the venues for the upcoming events.
The BC Care Providers Association is pleased to share that the City of Vancouver has officially approved the inclusion of ‘healthcare professionals and service’ in the Metro West Inter-Municipal Business Licence (IMBL) program.
Pender & Howe is currently searching for an Operations Executive to join Liberty Tire Recycling, LLC in Delta, BC, and oversee their operations throughout the Canadian market.
WHITE ROCK
The City of White Rock will host a complimentary public ice skate session on Wednesday, October 2, at Centennial Arena, located at 14600 North Bluff Road, from 6:30 to 7:45 pm.
Celebrate Oktoberfest at Blue Frog Studios, 1328 Johnston Road, on October 5 and 6.
On Friday, Oct. 4, 16 prominent artists will gather at the Nomad Gallery to mark the 20th anniversary of International Artists Day, a global celebration recognizing the impact of artists across various fields on society.
The DevFest 2024 conference, organized by Google Developer Groups (GDG) Surrey, is scheduled for October 26, 2024.
SURREY
Ben Chouinard
TKA+D is excited to announce recent promotions and welcome new talented professionals to its growing team, enhancing its capabilities in delivering innovative and sustainable design solutions. Ben Chouinard has been promoted to Senior Associate, and Christina Fong has been promoted to Senior Associate, Interior Design Manager. New Team Members include: Anouk Kluyskens – Project Manager, Certified Passive House Designer, Brooklyn McKave – Graduate Technologist, Eduardo Avile – Architectural Technologist, Eric Seo – Senior Project Manager, Pamela Mendoza – Project Manager, Rezvaneh Norouzi – Project Manager, Ysabelle Empiso – Project Manager, Registered Architect NZRAB, and Khwalah Khan – Student Intern.
Brad Bertholm has joined the team at Schill Insurance Brokers Ltd.
Devon Properties will continue its collaboration with Alvéole Urban Beekeeping this autumn in order to strengthen sustainability and enhance the commitment to ESG initiatives throughout the managed property portfolio. Properties that are participating in the Urban Beekeeping program include:
- The Gorge Apartments, 45 Gorge Road East, Victoria
- Goodacre Towers Apartments, 360 Douglas Street, Victoria
- Regent Towers & Charter House Apartments, 415 & 435 Michigan Street, Victoria
- Sir Francis Drake Apartments, 335-337 St. James Street, Victoria
- The Beacon at 1400 Quadra Apartments, 1400 Quadra Street, Victoria
- Glen Valley Grove Apartments, 3147-3151 Aggregate Court, Langford
- Albion Court Apartments, 45 Boyd Street, Victoria
- Pacific Cove Apartments, 1202 Harwood Street, Vancouver
At the Indigenous Relations Forum & PAIR Awards, which will take place on November 5, 2024, at the Grey Eagle Resort & Casino in Calgary, AB, thirty Canadian corporations will be honoured by the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business for attaining gold, silver, or bronze status in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program.
- Gold recipients: Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc., BC Housing, BC Hydro, Bee Clean Building Maintenance, Greater Victoria Harbour Authority, Hydro Québec, Ontario Power Generation, SaskPower & Scotiabank
- Silver recipients: Allteck Limited Partnership, Bird Construction, CIBC, General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada Corporation – Doing business as General Dynamics Mission Systems – Canada, The Cahill Group, Pennecon, Tolko Industries, &
- Bronze recipients: Accenture, Alstar Group, ATB Financial, AtkinsRéalis, BGIS, Finite Carbon, Kruger Inc., Milestone Environmental Contracting Inc., Raise, SLB, SECURE ENERGY, Stantec & Strategic Way Consulting, Inc.
Finalists for the 2024 Surrey Business Excellence Awards have been revealed ahead of the event on Nov. 7. The gala will take place at the Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel, featuring seven categories in an Academy Awards-style celebration. Tickets are available for $150 each, while non-members of SBOT can purchase them for $175.
Three finalists have been announced for the Business Person of the Year award: David Balfour from Clayton Heights Sports and Therapy Centre, Harp Khela of Harp Khela Real Estate Group, and Joshua Gaglardi representing Orion Construction.
Located in Burnaby, Asha Wheeldon’s Kula Foods offers vegan Afro-Caribbean plant-based products to Canadian markets.
Raga Indian Cuisine restaurant will celebrate its grand opening in Guildford on October 3. The operators aim to raise $50,000 to support the children’s wing of Surrey Memorial Hospital through the Surrey Hospitals Foundation.
The Surrey Food Bank has received a donation of $30,000 from Coast Capital, a credit union located in Surrey.
LANGLEY
The Ministry of Education and Child Care is investing $133.5 million to build 89 new classrooms in 10 school districts, including West Kelowna, Langley, Surrey, Delta, Richmond, Burnaby, Maple Ridge, Fort St. John, Nanaimo, and Terrace.
The third annual fundraiser for HugABull Advocacy & Rescue Society took place on Sept. 14, attracting numerous visitors who generously contributed a total of $7,000, surpassing the organizers’ goals.
The BC courts have ordered the sale of one of the two properties in the 3300 block of 200 Street in Brookswood that were formerly owned by developer Quarry Rock Developments.
The Langley-Abbotsford riding in the 2024 provincial election will be filled by Melissa Snazell, a candidate for the BC Green Party.
On Tuesday, Sept. 24, Langley Meals on Wheels (LMOW) took over ownership of the Aldergrove Community Station House from the Township of Langley.
ABBOTSFORD
Bishop’s Outdoor Living, located at 34465 Marshall Rd #2, Abbotsford, is having its Year End Sale, the biggest sale of the year.
The inaugural Fraser Valley Tattoo and Culture Show is scheduled for November 22–24 at Tradex in Abbotsford.
The Abbotsford-based Reach Gallery Museum is currently seeking new board members.
Dasmesh Punjabi School (DPS), the first Punjabi school in Abbotsford, will be hosting a celebration of “40 Years of Punjabi Language & Heritage” on October 19, 2024, at 5930 Riverside Street, Abbotsford.
CHILLIWACK
Leader of the B.C. NDP David Eby reveals plans to double the number of training seats to fifty thousand on day six of the 2024 campaign at the Teamsters 213 and LiUNA 1611 Training Centre in Chilliwack.
Dosa Club is set to establish its newest site in Chilliwack at 45850 Yale Road, Unit 500B, occupying the space formerly occupied by Paliotti’s.
The second Chilliwack Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, situated in Building B of the Chilliwack SmartCentres redevelopment on Luckakuck Way, has been opened to the public.
La Senza‘s closure from Cottonwood Mall will be filled by a new store, La Vie en Rose, which will open in October 2024 at the Chilliwack SmartCentre.
Kelly O’Bryan’s is set to open its doors on Luckakuck Way in Chilliwack.
The Chilliwack City Council has given its final approval to a townhouse development plan of Keyplan Development Management for 6538 and 6548 Fern Street.
Sephora Chilliwack is making progress towards its opening, with the sign now installed at Cottonwood Centre.
PITT MEADOWS
Pitt Meadows Regional Airport has officially opened to international travellers following the recent approval of its new Airport of Entry (AOE) status.
The government’s Growing Communities Fund provided the City of Pitt Meadows with approximately $5.4 million to assist with the renovations at Pitt Meadows Athletic Park.
Jerry Kok, the president of the Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce, is inviting the public to an open house at Unlimited Driving Academy in Pitt Meadows on Oct. 9. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the benefits of being part of the chamber.
MAPLE RIDGE
The Patch Brewery has recently opened its doors in Maple Ridge, situated at the historic Laity family farm on Laity Street, adding to the local craft beer scene this summer. They cultivate their barley and hops, producing Laity Lager, Fat Tractor Juicy IPA, and Sour Patch Blackberry Lemon Sour, among other selections.
Maple Ridge’s Switchback Brewing is featured on the Ale Trail website for the competition, the BC Craft Brewers Conference which will be held on Oct. 17 and 18 at the Anvil Centre in New Westminster.
The Maple Ridge Leisure Centre has reopened to the public after a three-week closure for annual maintenance and deep cleaning.
The 2024 grant cycle of the Maple Ridge Community Foundation will begin on Monday, September 30 and accept submissions for Maple Ridge charities until November 1st.
The Haney House and Maple Ridge Museum are getting ready for the Apple Harvest Festival, which will take place on October 6.
MISSION
The Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce is teaming up with the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board and the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce to organize an all-candidates event ahead of the 2024 Provincial Election. The event is scheduled for October 3rd at the Clarke Theatre, located at 33700 Prentis Ave, Mission.
Courthouse Creamery has recently opened at 102 32818 7th Ave, Mission.
Green Valley Sunshine Kids daycare is now open in Mission.
The Mission Community Archives is celebrating 35 years of service to the community.
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