Level 10 Eurospa has some shiny new hardware to ad to its growing collection, having been named Retail Business of the Year at the recent Vancouver Island Business Excellence Awards. “We’re thrilled and honoured to receive this award,” says Leanne Boyd, owner/operator of Level 10 since its inception in 1990. “Our team works so hard...
Tom helps businesses decide which advertising options are most strategic based on their needs and budget. In most cases there is no fee for this service. Hometown: North Vancouver Nickname: Tom Celebrity Crush: Laura Linney Proudest Moment: Seeing my children born Most annoying celebrity: Tom Cruise Favorite TV show: Longmire All-time greatest movie: The Longest...
Your Name & Company: Impressions Custom Framing Ltd. About your pet: male dog Name: Merlin Breed: Great Dane Age: 10 Favourite Activity: walks & runs on the sea walk and in the woods Favourite place to sleep: on his own couch Food of Choice: anything you feed him! Snack he/she goes crazy for: ice cream...
I seem to write about water and water supply issues a lot. In fact, my very first article for the business gazette was on the subject of water meters, and why universal water metering is so crucial for the economic operation of our water supply system. Lately, watering restrictions have been in the news again,...
Learn the basics of Improv or improve your existing skills in this 2 day workshop hosted by Jeff Gladstone. Whether your interest is in stage performance, self-confidence, public speaking and presentations, or simply to have fun, this workshop is for you! Space is limited to provide a more personal workshop experience. Saturday, February 25th, 1-5pm...
When it comes to business structures, the simplest is often a sole proprietorship or a partnership between individuals. For this reason many start-up businesses begin with these structures. A proprietorship is an unincorporated business that is owned and operated by one individual. If you have one or more business partners, you would be considered a...
Your Name & Company: Marion Logan – Invis West Coast Mortgages About your pet: Name: Buffie Nickname: Mommy’s baby girl, & Buff- Dog Breed: Bichon- ShisTzu Age: 8 Favourite Activity: Playing with sticks, carrying sticks home from her walk, Searching for a new toy in daddy’s coat when he comes out of Wal Mart. Favourite place to sleep: On our bed,...
On February 19th the Campbell River & District Chamber of Commerce celebrated their FUTURE15 event. What a great concept this event is! Campbell River is full of amazing people 19-45. They are role models, paving their own path and shaping the future of Campbell River. Below are a few of the winners and their visions...
Desiree Barton, Owner, MODLUX Interiors Inc. Hometown: Quathiaski Cove, BC 3 words that best describe you: hardworking, dedicated, loving Last book you read (or are reading): does the building code book count? Celebrity crush: Jason Statham First job: Boat cleaner at Gowland Harbour Resort All-time greatest movie or TV show: Stick-it Favourite place you’ve ever...
Premier Christy Clark delivered a well-polished speech at Crown Isle last Friday (Feb. 22), during which she soapboxed about delivering a balanced budget, helping BC families and growing the economy. On behalf of one of our readers, the Business Gazette asked the premier whether she supports the extension of BC’s Micro-Business Training pilot program, which...