Fraser Valley Business News
DELTA
Andrew Jackson
Andrew Jackson has been appointed board chair for the Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation.
Jason McCormick has announced his candidacy for the NDP in Delta South.
KinVillage is launching a $3 million fundraising campaign aimed at expanding the Day Program for Older Adults. This initiative will enhance the facility with new space, a hydrotherapy specialized motion bathing tub and a lift, making it accessible for both program participants and community members.
Ladner Elementary School (LES) will undergo a significant expansion after the province government’s recent $9 million grant.
Chocxo Chocolatier, a BC Food & Beverage member, in Delta, is up for two Rise Awards this year: Best in Brand and Product of the Year for their Dark Chocolate Lemon Crème Cups.
WHITE ROCK
The South Surrey and White Rock Chamber of Commerce is hosting a networking event on October 17 at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 008 at 2290 152 St, Surrey.
Babas Restro held its Grand Opening in White Rock, at 1436 Johnston Road.
A secure and monitored location is provided for drug consumption at White Rock’s overdose prevention facility, located on the premises of Peace Arch Hospital.
SURREY
Matthew Ostrow
Matthew Ostrow has joined Clark Wilson as a Partner with the Family Law group.
Orion Construction‘s President, Joshua Gaglardi, has been selected as a finalist for the 2024 Surrey Business Excellence Awards in the Business Person of the Year category!
Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon has launched a province-wide 50/50 raffle campaign to support families with seriously ill children, with a fundraising target set at $250,000. The winner will collect half of this amount, while the rest will go directly to supporting the Family Rooms at Surrey Memorial Hospital, which provide a vital space for families to stay close to their children receiving urgent medical care.
Securiguard Services Limited announced that it has been named an Excellence Awardee for The Queen’s University IRC Award for Best Learning & Development Strategy at the Canadian HR Awards 2024. This recognition highlights Securiguard’s ongoing commitment to fostering professional development and career growth for its employees.
The FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX) is making its long-awaited return to Vancouver after a nearly 20-year absence at BC Place. The WSX Canadian GP will take place on October 26, 2024.
At the annual Canadian Chamber of Commerce Convention to be held in Halifax from October 17-19, the Surrey Board of Trade will be seeking support for five federal government policies from Canadian Chamber of Commerce members – chambers of commerce and boards of trade, representing 200,000 Canadian businesses. The Surrey Board of Trade will release their policy wins after the policy debates. There are 47 federal policies being debated at the Convention this year, similar in format to UBCM and FCM.
The Fraser Valley real estate market is trending towards a buyer’s market if this sales decline persists, with active inventories have reached a decade-high, while sales are down 30 percent compared to the 10-year average. The Fraser Valley Real Estate Board reported 982 sales in September, marking an eight percent decrease from August and over a 10 percent drop from September 2023.
Surrey council is set to vote on a proposed five-tower development in the city centre, which is owned by Bristol Estates 13301 Holdings Ltd. The site is currently home to three-storey rental apartment buildings located along 104 Avenue, northwest of City Hall.
Ta’talu Elementary, a new school located in the Grandview Heights neighbourhood of Surrey, officially opened its doors on October 1, 2024.
Anita Huberman has been appointed as the Chief Public Affairs Global Officer and Board Chair at Western Community College.
LANGLEY
Michael Gribnitz
Michael Gribnitz has been promoted from Foreman to Site Superintendent at Orion Construction.
Tom Lee Music is currently hosting a Music Gear Liquidation Sale, which will run until November 3rd.
Orion Construction’s Silver Stream project in Kamloops, developed by Cedar Coast, has received the Award of Merit in the Industrial category at the 2024 Thompson Okanagan Commercial Building Awards!
Early work is about to begin for the Surrey Langley SkyTrain on Industrial Avenue and 203 Street between September 23 and October 7, Monday to Saturday from 7AM to 10PM. Expect a temporary increase in noise and vibration while the work occurs.
Orion Construction has officially commenced work at Shelter Island Industrial Centre I in Richmond, with development led by Farrell Estates Ltd.
Provide your feedback at the Fraser Highway Employment Lands Area Plan Open House. The Plan being developed by the Township of Langley will increase industrial land supply and provide employment opportunities for residents. Time: 5 – 8pm, Date: Tuesday, October 22 & Location: Church in the Valley,23589 Old Yale Road.
Orion Construction has ranked No. 109 on the 2024 Report on Business magazine’s list of Canada’s Top Growing Companies
ABBOTSFORD
Jason Lum
Jason Lum is resigning from his position as chair of the Fraser Valley Regional District after serving for 8 years.
Character Abbotsford has announced its board for 2024/2025, featuring a mix of returning members and newcomers. Members returning to the team are Sir James Barlow, Vijay Manuel, Bev Olfert, Shirley Wilson, and vice-chair Jory Smallenberg. Andrea Critchley, Darcy Halber, and Colin Watson have joined the board as new members.
Vancouver Rise, a professional women’s soccer team, has introduced Christine Sinclair as its newest owner.
This year’s Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure, which took place in Abbotsford on October 6, raised around $150,000 for Canadians who are affected by breast cancer.
The Chawathil First Nation (CFN) and BC Housing are bringing 31 townhouses and an Elder Lodge to their community.
On Sept. 24, Tourism Abbotsford came before City Council to provide their Year to Date services update for 2024. The update is a part of the agreement the City renewed with Tourism Abbotsford in January for its tourism marketing, destination development and event management services. The update included an overview of marketing campaigns, events and programs from this past year, as well as some statistics. They found that from April to August, Visitor Centre ambassadors interacted with 5,533 tourists, an increase over previous years; on Canada Day, up to 65,000 people, mostly from Abbotsford, attended throughout the day from the parade to the fireworks display; and 20,000 people, including 8,200 locals, have accessed the Go! Abbotsford online events calendar.
The Mennonite Educational Institute held a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of the school’s new expansion project.
CHILLIWACK
Nancy Beaulieu has joined the team at Edge Nutrition Chilliwack.
FVRD received an Honourable Mention in the Excellence in Governance category at the 2024 UBCM Community Excellence Awards.
Joey’s Fish Shack has opened its newest location at 45655 Tamihi Way #101, Chilliwack.
Elements Casino Chilliwack and Chances Maple Ridge teamed up to support Easter Seals BC at the Vancouver Drop Zone fundraiser. With the help of Easter Seals BC, the teams were able to raise over $3,000—$2,000 of which was matched by Great Canadian’s Match Fundraising program, which is accessible to all Great Canadian destinations across Canada.
Chilliwack School District No. 33 is seeking a knowledgeable & detail-oriented Financial Services Coordinator to join their finance management team. Apply by October 15th.
Cole Jodway has joined as the new Account Manager/Business Development, overseeing Coit Cleaning and Restoration BC’s commercial business portfolios in the Fraser Valley.
The Salvation Army in Chilliwack is celebrating 100 years of dedicated service to the community.
PITT MEADOWS
Pitt Meadows businesses are invited to an open house hosted by the Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce at Driving Unlimited Academy on October 9th.
James Groening‘s Memories Exhibit is on display at the Pitt Meadows Art Gallery (PMAG) in Osprey Village, running until October 27.
The Pitt Meadows Fire and Rescue Service (PMFRS) has received a significant donation from Montair Aviation Inc. This donation includes a fuselage, which will serve as an essential resource for emergency response training at the Pitt Meadows Airport.
MAPLE RIDGE
Maple Ridge Repair Cafe is set to participate in the celebrations for International Repair Day at Memorial Peace Park on October 19.
The Maple Ridge Museum will hold The Dead of Night fundraiser on October 11 and 12.
The City of Maple Ridge is exploring a new policy regarding the allocation of over $1.5 million in annual gaming revenue for itself and future councils.
The Haney Place Mall is set to host the largest job fair of the year, the Pathways to Success event, in Maple Ridge on October 10. This event is organized in collaboration with the WorkBC centre and the Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce.
The Maple Ridge Innovates networking event is happening on October 21 at The Patch Brewery.
Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce‘s Board Director Michael Morris, who serves as the Marketing and Community Liaison for WorkBC in Maple Ridge, has been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal.
MISSION
The HUBco Brewing October Market takes place on October 23rd at 33211 North Railway Avenue, Mission.
Work BC Mission will host the Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce‘s Business After Hours event on October 17th.
Attache Design has joined Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce as its newest member.
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