News Influencing Decision Makers in BC
Pierre Piché
Pierre Piché has been appointed as the newest Genesis Experience Manager at Genesis Kelowna.
Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State for Defence Procurement, will address chamber members and guests at the Delta Grand Hotel on October 15. Fuhr will report the impact of the new 5 per cent of GDP defence spending requirement on Canada’s defence infrastructure as Secretary of State.
BC Housing and the Canadian Mental Health Association Kamloops Branch have announced the expansion of the Fortune Drive supportive housing site to 48 units, which will be rebranded as Genesis 2.0.
Aaron Stuart has been appointed as the new Director of Financial Administration (Chief Financial Officer) of the District of Coldstream, effective October 6.
Kate Watson
Kate Watson has been named the new Executive Director of Salmon Arm Economic Development.
Darrin Taylor, BA, MTC, CCAC, CIP, has been appointed as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Red Road Recovery.
SenseNet Inc. is pleased to join with the Splatsin First Nation near Vernon to protect 3,905 hectares of precious Indigenous territory with cutting-edge wildfire detection sensors and AI-powered cameras.
Cash Money, a payday lender, will refund $547,000 to over 2,800 consumers as a result of an investigation by Consumer Protection BC.
A proposal has been approved by the Kelowna City Ccouncil to simultaneously plan, design, and construct nine urban parks in order to save time and money. The opportunity for contractors to bid on numerous projects simultaneously will reduce the costs associated with repeat mobilization, ensure consistent construction standards are met, and provide certainty.
Andrew Hutson from Rennie Commercial has the listing for 7225 Highview Road, a 41-unit multifamily property located in Port Hardy.
In a move to promote environmental responsibility, Tofino became the first Canadian municipality to ban single-use plastic water bottles under 1 litre. The August 26, 2025, Regular Council Meeting approved the Tofino Single-Use Item Regulation Bylaw change, while local companies can prepare for the regulation’s April 22, 2026 (Earth Day) implementation.
Construction will begin in the fall on the Beaver Creek Road and Highway 4 roundabout, with an expected completion date of summer 2026. The roundabout will be located at Highway 4 and Beaver Creek Road, near Clutesi Haven Marina. The contract for construction was awarded to Windley Contracting Ltd. and is valued at more than $8 million.
Alberni Colour Corner Ltd is celebrating their 20th anniversary.
M&N Mattress and Sofa is celebrating 25 Years in downtown Parksville.
Hamilton Marsh, a $30 million property situated south of Qualicum Beach, is to be acquired by the Regional District of Nanaimo through a loan exceeding $21 million.
Hullo ferry passengers between Nanaimo and Vancouver can now bring non-motorized bikes. The $30 one-way or $50 round-trip premium applies to first-come, first-served service.
No Frills is now open at Chemainus Marketplace.
The City of Duncan has awarded a $2.25-million contract to Nanaimo-based Hazelwood Construction Services for the construction of a new water reservoir for Eagle Heights as part of a replacement project.
The Frank Jameson Community Centre (FJCC) was funded with an additional $445,000 to rebuild the roof, and a budget increase of 3.99 percent was authorized by Council in the Cowichan Valley Regional District‘s (CVRD) 2026 budget proposal.
The City of Duncan has awarded a $2.25-million contract to Nanaimo-based Hazelwood Construction Services for the construction of a new water reservoir for Eagle Heights as part of a replacement project.
The Frank Jameson Community Centre (FJCC) was funded with an additional $445,000 to rebuild the roof, and a budget increase of 3.99 percent was authorized by Council in the Cowichan Valley Regional District‘s (CVRD) 2026 budget proposal.
Ayoub’s Dried Fruits and Nuts is set to open its first location on Vancouver Island. The new store will be situated in the former West End Gallery space on Broad Street at View Street, directly across from the Bay Centre.
Soap for Hope Canada is celebrating its 10th anniversary.
To help pay for seven infrastructure projects—including the repair of the Crystal Pool—the City of Victoria is pursuing funding totalling approximately $12 million from the federal and provincial governments.
Devon Properties and Avison Young Victoria announce the sale of Haida Apartments, a 44-unit rental building located at 1165 Yates Street in Victoria.
Coastline Surf & Sport, a fashion and board sports retailer, is discontinuing its brick and mortar operation following 35 years of operation.
Mike Hartshorne has been awarded the prestigious National A.E. LePage REALTOR® of the Year Award.
The grand opening of Tom Lee Music Canada‘s new Langford site, Unit B-111 – 2401 Millstream Road, is set for September 20th.
Bici.cc‘s owner, CSL Sports, has acquired Broad Street Cycles and will keep running their business out of their flagship store in downtown Victoria as well as the store and demonstration centre at Jordie Lunn Bike Park in Langford.
The Acute Care Unit (ACU) renovations at Saanich Peninsula Hospital have been fully funded by the Saanich Peninsula Hospital & Healthcare Foundation (SPHHF), which had set a fundraising goal of $15 million.
EllisDon has been awarded the design contract for the Royal Canadian Air Force’s Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program, which spans 25 years. The program will integrate live flight, simulators, and classroom instruction into a single, world-class system, under the leadership of SkyAlyne, a joint venture between CAE and KF Aerospace.Raj Kahlon, the owner of the lot, proposed the construction of three-story townhouses to replace a residence that has deteriorated at 1007 Arcadia St. However, the Esquimalt council rejected the proposal.
Interchange Recycling, the not-for-profit organization dedicated to the collection and recycling of used motor oil, oil filters, oil containers, used antifreeze and antifreeze containers in BC, has enhanced its network by establishing two new, used oil recycling facilities in, Likely and Radium Hot Springs, and upgrading two sites in Bowser and Revelstoke over the past three months. This expansion aims to provide residents with convenient and environmentally responsible options for disposing of used oil and related program materials.
The Royal Canadian Institute in Surrey has partnered with iTEP International who offer online and on-demand English assessment.
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