Fraser Valley Business News
DELTA
Lydia Elder
Lydia Elder leaves her position with the Delta Chamber of Commerce managing advocacy, government relations and policy to work at Brian’s General Auto Service, a business her and her husband Bob, recently acquired.
and her husband Bob have acquired Brian’s General Auto Service, an auto repair shop in Tsawwassen where Bob has been employed since its establishment in 2001.
Recipients of the BC Maritime Industries Infrastructure Modernization and Expansion Grant Program, sponsored by the Province of British Columbia, have been announced by the Association of British Columbia Marine Industries (ABCMI). Among the recipients are: Titan Boats, Campbell River Marine Terminal, Liquid Metal Marine Ltd., KingFisher Boats Inc., EagleCraft Boats Inc., Jr Marine Manufacturing Ltd, Cota Aviation Ltd., Zodiac Hurricane Technologies, Inc., Jastram Engineering Ltd., Tyee Pacific Marine Operations Ltd., Open Ocean Robotics Inc., Platinum Marine Group Ltd, Ideal Welders Ltd., Ocean Pacific Marine Store & Boatyard, Canadian Maritime Engineering Ltd. (CME), Meridian Marine Industries Inc., Seaspan ULC.
The lease for the Royal Canadian Legion Tsawwassen Branch #289, which has been renting space in Century Square in the 1800-block of 56 Street, owned by Century Group, expired on August 31, 2023 and was extended for an additional three years.
Metro Vancouver is inviting up to four contractors to offer mobile food and beverage services at a designated location in Centennial Beach, Tsawwassen. The operating season for this opportunity is anticipated to be from May 18 to September 2, 2024.
Additional language learning opportunities for new Canadians have been expanded to three more locations in Delta: Seaquam Secondary, Delta Manor Education Centre (Ladner), and North Delta Secondary. These programs are offered through the Continuing Education branch of the Delta School District, with the main campus being Delta Community College in North Delta.
A proposal to construct a high-rise mixed-use development with residential units, office spaces, commercial space, and childcare space will be presented to the city council on February 12 at the Delta Shoppers Mall on Scott Road.
Faster broadband speeds, better access to digital services, educational resources, and local and global economic opportunities will soon be accessible for people as a result of Telus’s new last-mile infrastructure installation on Westham Island.
The Delta Chamber is holding their After 5 event on Thursday, February 29th at Tsawwassen Springs. It’s an evening brimming with networking opportunities, snacks, refreshing drinks and prize draws.
WHITE ROCK
Grounds & Greens Cafe, located at 1369 Johnston Road in White Rock, is now offering a new latte for the month of February called the Boss Babe Latte.
The sale at Hygrove Design Company located at 1450 Johnston Rd. will run through March 31.
Bánh Mì Très Bon, located at 1459 Johnston Rd, will be hosting a Valentine’s Day celebration called A Night in Paris on February 14th.
A generous $10,000 donation has been made to Semiahmoo Family Place by the Rotary Club of White Rock.
SURREY
Justin Schultz
The Supreme Court of BC ruled in favor of Fergus Creek Homes Ltd., challenging Surrey City’s halt on a significant townhouse project.
Justin Schultz, marks the 30 year milestone this year with Arbor Memorial and currently oversees the operations of Valley View Funeral Home.
Chef Rob Feenie will be taking over as head chef at Le Crocodile, a famous and much-loved restaurant. Chef Michel Jacob, who mentored Feenie, is retiring on April 30.
The Ripple Rock Estates private development in Campbell River has just awarded a design-build contract for a packaged water treatment plant to BI Pure Water Canada Inc.
Nancy Zwick has recently resumed her position at Robert Half, where she provides permanent placement solutions for clients in the Fraser Valley region in the areas of corporate support and administration.
Nancy Zwick
The new Oakridge Park shopping centre is scheduled to open in Vancouver in the spring of 2025.
The Croatian Cultural Centre, 3250 Commercial Drive, Vancouver BC, will host the PICS Society Mega Job Fair on February 22, 2024.
Congratulations to the following realtors who ranked in the Global Top 21 of CENTURY 21: Harp Khela, Stan Reljic, Dean Soufan, Cindy Huang and Kee Park.
LANGLEY
New Steamoji franchise owners, Dan and Sasan are bringing STEM curriculum to Langley.
The City of Langley is moving forward with its draft 2024 budget, which includes a 9.97% budget/property tax increase this year.
This spring, the BC Bird Trail is hosting an event to celebrate the return of millions of migratory birds. Birdwatchers of all ages are invited to bring their binoculars and enjoy the peak birdwatching season in British Columbia. Read on for more details https://bcbirdtrail.ca/.
The Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce welcomes its newest member, Orange Rocket Productions.
The Langley Community Services Society is hosting a free in-person Pathway to Early Childhood Educator workshop for Korean Permanent Residents of Canada on February 15th and 21st at the the LCSS Welcome Centre, 6470 201 St., Langley.
ABBOTSFORD
Samantha Palmer
Samantha Palmer has been named the new Business Engagement Specialist at Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce.
Ashley McDougall, president of SUS, and Joanne MacLean, president of University of Fraser Valley, joined in an official event to break ground on a new milestone for the 398-bed student housing project at UFV.
Tanya Vanpraseuth starts a new role at the University of the Fraser Valley as the Communications Coordinator, Faculty of Business and Computing!
Colin Watson, the newly appointed police chief of the Abbotsford Police Department, will be the featured speaker at the inaugural monthly Leaders Lunch hosted by the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce at the Clarion Hotel & Conference Centre on February 26th.
CHILLIWACK
Erik Devisser is now Co-Owner at Alpine Security Inc.
The Paramount Building, constructed by Gerry Enns Contracting, is almost ready for occupancy.
Fontaine Contracting Ltd. based in Chilliwack is currently accepting reservations for snow removal contracts for strata and commercial properties in 2024/2025.
The 12th–16th of February has been proclaimed as Chamber of Commerce Week in BC, in honour of the vital role that Boards of Trade and Chambers of Commerce play in fostering economically competitive and sustainable areas and communities.
PITT MEADOWS
The Pitt Meadows Civic Building, a two-story structure with a total area of 19,000 square feet, will provide the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) with sufficient space for community and volunteer programs, as well as the necessary amenities to operate an autonomous police service. The project is being overseen by Kenaidan Contracting Ltd. and designed by KMBR Architects Planners. Project completion is expected in 2025.
Pitt Meadows Arena extends an invitation to individuals of all age groups to participate in the forthcoming Family Day Skate free all-ages event on February 19, where they can celebrate the stat holiday on the ice.
MAPLE RIDGE
Kristy Rogge has been named the new executive director of Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Community Services and Cythera Transition House Society.
Eva Pekarova, a musician and composer from Maple Ridge, received $6,053 for career development from the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture.
Council has approved and awarded Lafarge Canada Inc. the contract for the next phase of Abernethy Way widening, between 224 Street and 230 Street. The project will be financially supported through the City’s 2024 Capital Plan and is a priority in the City’s Strategic Transportation Plan.
Gold Rush Jewellers, owned by Adnan Polat, is closing its 224th Street location.
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture distributed over $3.3 million to hundreds of artists and companies for career development, live music events, business development, industry initiatives, and attracting out-of-province talent to record in British Columbia. McKiller Music, owned by local country musicians Tom and Lynda McKillip, received $30,000 for music industry initiatives.
Kate Woochuk, a community and road safety coordinator with ICBC, handed a $2,000 cheque to the president of the Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Katzie, Seniors Network. The money will go toward the road safety program Seniors On The Move.
MISSION
Commercial kitchen exhaust vent cleaning has been added to the services offered by Steam-It! Weed-N-Clean, which is owned by Martin H. Steenblok.
The Slice Delight Pizza, a new pizza shop has officially opened at 8160 Manson Street in Mission.
The Junction Mission and Canadian Tire are thrilled to welcome back West Coast Amusements which will run from March 21 – 24.
The second Beautiful U location, located at Outlook Villate, 103-31999F Loughweed Highway, Mission, will have its official grand opening on February 18th.
Mission Window Washing has recently rebranded to Blue Jay ProWash.
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