Business Excellence Awards 2017
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The 2017 Business Excellence Awards were celebrated in style on January 19 as Mission’s business community gathered together at The Clarke Theatre to honour their own. Presented by the Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce, the awards celebrate high achievement in a variety of categories.
President’s Award Winner 2017 GORDON RULEY
The Board of Directors of the Mission Regional Chamber are proud to present this award to Gordon Ruley, a true champion of the Mission Business Community. Gordon Ruley was raised in Mission, and prior to attaining his university education, was a realtor with Block Bros. Realty, in Mission, for three years. Ruley then attended Simon Fraser University, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in 1980, and the law faculty at the University of British Columbia, obtaining his law degree in 1982. Ruley has been a partner of Taylor Tait Ruley and Company since 1983, specializing in Real Estate, Land Development, Corporate and Business Law, Wills, Estates and Estate Planning. Aside from his professional duties and experience, Ruley has volunteered his services in the community, serving in such capacities as: • Chairman of the Expo 86 Committee • Founding Member of the Mission Foundation • Director, Mission Chamber of Commerce • Chairman, Mission Home and Leisure Show Committee • Honourary Member, Mission Rotary Club • Chairman, Mission Rotary Fund Raising Committee for 17 years • Team sponsor and coach, Mission Minor Softball Association Gordon Ruley was instrumental in the launch of the annual Rockin’ River Music Festival in Mission.
Award Winners & Nominees We are honoured to recognize and congratulate all nominees and winners of the 2017 Business Excellence Awards. We appreciate everything you do in our community, and thank you for all your contributions. You are leaders in the community and fantastic representatives of Mission.
We wish you continued success.
He had a major role in the Canadian Cancer Society’s Poinsettia Fundraiser in Mission to help Cancer Research and also provide funding to support the Mission Driver’s Program for getting patients to and from the cancer clinic for treatment. Ruley was a committee member and major fundraiser for the 2014 Mission Hospice Gala fundraiser event. He tirelessly got sponsorships, provided auction items, sold tickets, and rolled up his sleeves to help the executive director, the committee and the hospice staff volunteers with doing what was needed to help make this worthwhile cause a great success. The event raised over $50,000. Ruley was a committee member, key adviser and major fundraiser for the Mission Association for Community Living Summer Fundraising Gala on June 14, 2014 here in Mission. MACL supports children, youth and adults with developmental disabilities. The organization offers life skills development, residential care, employment preparation and care to children up to the age of 19 who require extra support. He participated and contributed to helping serve meals to the homeless with fellow Rotarians. Gordon was the legal services chair for the 2014 BC Winter Games in Mission. He is the father of six children and a proud grandfather of eight grandchildren. He has been active in minor sports and with seniors groups throughout his career. As a Rotarian, Ruley epitomizes the Rotary Test of Service Before Self.
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Business Excellence Awards 2017 Big Bang Award SPONSORED BY LACEY DEVELOPMENTS
WINNER: PROSPERA CREDIT UNION At Prospera, we have a strategic imperative to grow a strong, sustainable credit union to ensure that we continue to make a meaningful difference in the financial well-being of our members; which in turn will support and strengthen the financial, social and economic resiliency of people in our local BC communities. We are the trusted home for families and local businesses, building their financial dreams
and prosperity within our communities. We are transforming the way we do business to grow Prosperity. Everything we do at Prospera is based on our values of accountability, focus, teamwork, integrity, passion, member first and community. In alignment with the co-operative principles that are at the heart of our credit union, these are the values that guide us every day.
Power of Small Award SPONSORED BY RONA FVBS
WINNER: HITCH FLIX MEDIA Experience matters. And we’ve got it. Low-cost equipment and technology has created a flooded marketplace with new “experts.” But there is something to be said for old-fashioned know-how, developed from years of experience honing skills and testing marketing methods. Lucky for you, we’ve been there, done that. But that doesn’t mean we don’t keep learning,
growing and developing our skills, and staying on-top of industry trends and standards. Together, we have a journalism background, a few years in front of the camera and even more behind it. We’ve shot, edited, and produced more than 100 television episodes and won awards for our work. We’re built on creative thinking, technical know-how and a love of what we do!
Educational Leader Award SPONSORED BY UNIVERSITY OF THE FRASER VALLEY
WINNER: BRIDGEVIEW DENTAL at the clinic to continuously stay updated with the latest technology in dentistry. At Bridgeview Dental we are are proud to be helping and investing in the next generation with training and education. Our dentists and staff are here to provide you with endless reasons to smile. We believe every smile tells a story and we would love to be part of yours.
THANK YOU MISSION! We are very proud to win the 2017 Business Excellence award for Education Leader, our thanks go out to all those who voted for us.
We look forward to seeing you all soon! 604.826.6100 bridgeviewdental.ca #2 - 32243 Hurd Street, Mission Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri 10am –5:30pm • Thurs 11am – 6:30pm • Sat 9am– 4:30pm
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At Bridgeview Dental Health Clinic we strive to provide you with the best possible dental care in an environment where you feel relaxed and welcomed. All our staff complete mandatory continued education, we feel this is vital in giving our patients the very best in modern dental techniques. We are proud to support a series of ‘Lunch & Learn’ seminars here
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Business Excellence Awards 2017 Customer First Award SPONSORED BY CHANCES
WINNER: CHARTWELL CEDARBROOKE RETIREMENT RESIDENCES Chartwell Cedarbrooke Retirement Residence is a contemporary independent living home in Mission, British Columbia, that caters to an active population of retirees. Here, residents benefit from a variety of convenient services that complement their vibrant lifestyles, including delicious dining, housekeeping, activities and scheduled outings, and enriching wellness services. They also enjoy the peace of mind that comes from living in a secure, inviting retirement community of peers, where they can come and go as they please, but rest easy when their head hits
the pillow at night. They have a choice of spacious studios and one-, one-plus-den and two-bedroom suites. At Chartwell Cedarbrooke, we pride ourselves on offering larger-than-average accommodations at affordable prices. But most special is our residents themselves: an active, younger crowd—including an almost equal population of males and females—who lead full lives both inside and outside our seniors’ home. They often meet up with friends for coffee, travel, and taking full advantage of all that Mission has to offer.
Community Builder Award SPONSORED BY FORTIS BC
WINNER: MISSION HOSPICE SOCIETY Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families facing grief and loss or end of life transition through compassionate care, resources, and advocacy. Our vision is to support all individuals in our community through the process of grief and loss and end of life transition.
MISSION HOSPICE SOCIETY
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to the Business community of Mission for the continued support of the Mission Hospice Society.
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WINNERS OF THE COMMUNITY BUILDER AWARD!
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Business Excellence Awards 2017
The Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the Business Excellence Awards and help bring awareness of all the wonderful businesses we have here in Mission. COCKTAIL RECEPTION PRESENTED BY
Local Focus Award SPONSORED BY: DISTRICT OF MISSION ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
WINNER: MISSION TOWING Mission Towing has a rich history of towing in Mission. The family owned and operated business was established in Mission in 1954 by Ambrose Duperon Sr. for his son Wally Sr. to run, who remains active in the business to this day. What started out as a small auto wrecking business offering auto body repairs and towing has grown into two separate
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Building prosperity together At Prospera, we are delighted to be recognized with the 2017 Big Bang Award for Business Excellence from the Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce. We are a values-based financial institution and our number one priority is the financial well-being of our members. Our Mission Branch team has been helping local families and businesses reach their financial goals for over 65 years. Let us help you reach your financial goals. Come by and meet with us today!
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