MOVERS AND SHAKERS
DECEMBER 2016
NORTH ISLAND Villi Douglas, who managed Port Hardy Airport for over 40 years, was presented with the Robert S. Day Trophy at the BC Aviation Council’s Silver Wing Awards. Douglas was presented with the award for his contributions to the regional air transportation system. North Vancouver Island Aboriginal Training Society (NVIATS) is opening an office in Port Hardy at Thunderbird Mall. NVIATS is a federally-funded not-for-profit organization that helps people reach career goals. Port Hardy has been named number 8 out of 16 by the Matador Network for the most diverse coldwater diving in the world, winter fishing, murals and chainsaw carvings. Matador is the world’s largest independent travel publisher, with over 12 million unique monthly impressions.
CAMPBELL RIVER Four businesses from Campbell River have been nominated for the 14th annual Small Business BC Awards. They are IZCO Technology Solutions for Best Innovation, gocampbellriver. com for Best Community Impact, Kiki’s Communications Inc. for Premier’s People’s Choice and Best Community Impact and Mosaic Vocational School for Best Employer and Best Community Impact. The awards ceremony will be held on February 23, 2017 at the Pan Pacific Vancouver. Executive Director Jodi Simkin and vice president Daniel Smith of the Quadra Island Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre board, have been named to the BC Museum
Association council. Century 21 Arbutus Realty introduces Katrina Kaboly to their sales team. Bill Howich Chrysler congratulates James Adshade for achieving top salesperson for the month. The dealership also welcomes Brant Peniuk to their sales team. Superior City Contracting has been awarded a contract for sewer line maintenance by the City of Campbell River. The contractor will perform chemical grouting and trenchless point repairs to sewer lines throughout the city. Dr. Byron Hamlund is the new owner of Dogwood Veterinary Hospital. Dr. Hamlund is an accomplished Small Animal Veterinarian with expertise in Dentistry, Orthopaedics, and Canine and Feline Reproduction. The Strathcona Regional District elected Sayward Mayor John MacDonald as chair of the board for this next year and Campbell River Director Michele Babchuk was named vice chair. North Island Nissan welcomes Hayley Wood to their team as a sales consultant at 2700 North Island Highway. The Immigrant Welcome Centre announced that the 2016 Immigrant Welcome Centre Ambassador Award recipient is Mary Catherine Williams. In addition, the Immigrant Welcome Centre elected a new Board of Directors, which includes Maria Kirley, Lorraine Theron, Cathy Voth, Layne Marshal, Lisa Blackburn and Leanne Brunt. Dodd’s Furniture at 825 12th Avenue is currently under construction. The location will be open during construction.
COMOX VALLEY Steve Blacklock, AACI, P.App
of Comox has been re-elected president of the British Columbia Association of the Appraisal Institute of Canada for a one-year term. Blacklock has been working for WM S. Jackson and Associates since 2006 as a commercial property appraiser. Hairpins Boutique is celebrating their 5th anniversary at #4, 224 6th Street in Courtenay. Island Honda at 1025 Comox Road in Courtenay welcomes Joel Isfeld as its new general sales manager. Coast Capital Savings opened a new branch on November 15 in the strip mall at the intersection of Lerwick and Ryan roads. Coast will have 52 branches in BC by the end of November, including the Courtenay location and a new branch in Kelowna. Brian McLean Chevrolet Buick GMC at 2145 Cliffe Avenue in Courtenay is pleased to announce that Ryan Sykes has been named top salesperson for the month. The BC government will provide $2.7 million in funding for trades programs at North Island College. The money will fund 744 trades seats funded through March 31, including the electrician, welding, carpentry, plumbing and cooking fields. Rainforest Outdoor Living has undergone an expansion at 3-241 Puntledge Road. The store has three times the amount of square footage since it opened in 2012, and now offers fireplaces. The Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce will announce the winners of their annual awards at the Annual Community Awards Gala on January 28, 2017 at the Florence Filberg Centre in downtown Courtenay. After 25 years of working at Courtenay Physiotherapy, Gord McIlroy has moved closer to home and is now working at Bodyworx Physiotherapy in Comox at 156 Manor Drive. Coldwell Banker Slegg Realty announces the addition of Derek Mailhiot to their team of real estate professionals. Chances Casino on Hunt Road in Courtenay has applied to expand their liquor licensed area from an occupant load of 419 to 735 patrons. The application is currently awaiting approval from the provincial liquor board. In addition,
the casino, owned by Gateway Casino and Entertainment Ltd., will undergo major renovations on the gaming floor. Presley and Partners at 951 Fitzgerald Avenue in Courtenay congratulates Mike Bannerman on his promotion to Manager of the accounting firm. Nearly New Books is celebrating their 20th anniversary at 1761B Comox Avenue. Temprite Climate Solutions has added Trevor Hill to their team of heating and ventilation professionals at 50 – 2960 Moray Avenue in Courtenay. My Tech Guys celebrated their 10th anniversary on November 25. The local company has two locations in the Comox Valley and is looking at opening stores in Parksville and Campbell River. Ashley HomeStore has opened an associate branch in Courtenay at 2966 Kilpatrick Avenue. This is the second Ashley HomeStore outlet to open on Vancouver Island. Peggy Carswell, coordinator of the local non-profit organization, Fertile Ground, was recently presented with the 2016 Women’s Creativity in Rural Life award, for her work with farmers and tea growers in Assam, India. Carswell is one of this year’s nine laureates being honoured by the Women’s World Summit Foundation based in Geneva, Switzerland. Bill Massey has sold Bop City Records at 211 Simms Street to Kip Luce and his wife Karen Comer. Axis Heating and Cooling has merged with Westisle Heating and Cooling under the Westisle name. Westisle Heating and Cooling is at 2459 Cousins Avenue. Supreme Smoke is now open at 1810 Lake Trail Road. The Comox Valley Bed and Breakfast Association recently elected a new board of directors at the organization’s AGM. The officers are: Carolyn Touhey, president (co-owner of Two Eagles Lodge); Lu Ismay, vice president (co-owner of Red Roof Inn Cottage); Rebecca Kayfetz, secretary, (owner of Ellerslie Bed and Breakfast); John Ismay, treasurer (co-owner of Red Roof Inn Cottage). The Comox Valley Bed and Breakfast Association includes properties from the communities of Comox, Courtenay, Royston, Union Bay, Fanny Bay and
31 Miracle Beach.
PARKSVILLEQUALICUM Jane Loney has opened Oceanside Yoga and Wellness Centre at 702 Memorial Avenue in Parksville, where she teaches yoga and practices shiatsu therapy. Lesley’s Esthetics and Accessories is celebrating their 25th anniversary at 180 McCarter Street in Parksville. PGB Dental Clinic has moved to a new location at Parksville’s Wembley Mall. French Creek Bakery and Café is now under new ownership and features a new menu at 894 Island Highway West.
PORT ALBERNI Carla Cares Foot and Nail Care, Streak and Love it Hairdressing and Feel Like Dancing mobile foot and nail care all celebrated their grand opening on November 26 at the former Mt. Klitsa School on Tebo Avenue. Jennifer Herman has opened Alberni Meals and Homemaking Services, which provides meals, homemaking, grocery shopping, pet care and yard cleanup for seniors. www. albernimealshomemakingservices. ca. Bistro on Main, a new breakfast and lunch restaurant, has opened at 3054 3rd Avenue. Global Securities has changed their name to PI Financial Corp. PI is an investment dealer servicing individual, corporate and institutional investors at Kingsway Crossing next to Gayle’s Fashion. Lily Diotte, owner of Swale Rock Café has opened Saasin Gifts at Carmoor Block. Saasin Gifts offers apparel and home accessories designed by First Nations artists. Port Dental Health and Implant Centre welcomes Dr. Michelle Samosinski to their team of professionals at 3633 3rd Avenue. Beaver Creek Home Center at 4643 Gertrude Street has announced that Bruce McDonald has SEE MOVER’S AND SHAKERS | PAGE 32
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