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Summerland Business Buzz is a collection of positive news tidbits about Chamber members. If you would like to include your expansion, renovation, accolade or anniversary, email membership services.
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BC Lieutenant Governor to visit Summerland, present awards
to 8th Generation and Okanagan Crush Pad
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They are among just 12 wineries in the province to receive this year's award. The honourable Judith Guichon with members of the consular Corps of BC will visit Summerland on July 25th to present the awards at the wineries.
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Local Lounge * Grille wins Similkameen BBQ King Crown
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It was a Three Way Pork Taco that clinched the title for Local Lounge * Grille Executive Chef Lee Humphries and Chef Damien Mischkinis at the 2014 Similkameen BBQ King on Saturday. The annual event was held at Grist Mill & Gardens in Keremeos. Local Lounge * Grille won "Best Wine and Food Pairing" with Cawston's Seven Stones Winery. It was the first time that a chef has won both people's choice and the judges' award.
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Pop up shop collaboration on Main Street: Artisans of the Okanagan
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Several local home-based businesses and artisans have joined together to open a retail pop-up store on Main Street next to Home Hardware. "Artisans of the Okanagan" include My Chocolate Crush and Indulgences...because you deserve them. The group plan to run throughout the summer, and may extend their time depending on demand. They are open Monday-Saturday from 10am-4pm, and late on Friday nights during the weekly Night Market on Victoria.There are still accepting applications from those interested in setting up a station. Email [email protected] for more information.
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Brad Alexander Jr. is the new owner of JR Bush Pilot, formerly Bush Pilot Automotive. Brad has succeeded his uncle Brad Alexander Sr., who has retired. The shop on Victoria Road S, next to the Bottle Depot continues to offer a diverse range of services, from regular auto maintenance to motorcycle, marine and small airplane engine repair.
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Led by father Garry and son Brad, the McConnell family has taken ownership of Robert's Fruit Stand and are in the process of renaming the business McConnell's Fruit Market. From the first purchase of a five-acre pear farm in Summerland in 1971, to the most recent addition of the fruit stand and attached orchards, the family now farms 30 acres and will be supplying their market with a huge range of their soft fruit, as well as their own apple juice.
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New Chef at Bonitas Bistro
Bonitas Winery has welcomed their new head chef of Bonitas Bistro. Mike Sonier started his career in Nova Scotia and has worked in restaurants across the country. Having now moved to Summerland he says "I've finally found a place where I can settle down and cook dishes that advocate my passion for fresh, organic foods. Here, the dishes I cook can alter with what the seasons provide and I can prepare dishes with natural foods that the local community offers." Stop by the Bistro to try Chef Mike's new menu, and follow Bonitas Bistro on Facebook for beautiful photos from the kitchen.
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PICO name change; new management
Earlier this spring the Okanagan Plant Improvement Corporation (PICO) changed its name to Summerland Varieties Corporation (SVC). In a recent interview for BC Fruit Growers Magazine, former SVC Chief Executive Officer Keith Carlson said using "Summerland" in the brand makes a stronger statement in an international market. Carlson recently stepped down as CEO, and SVC has announced the appointment of Nick Ibuki as acting general manager. Ken Haddrell is the interim special advisor to the board of directors.
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20 Years in Business
July 1 marked more than just Canada Day for Kim Lam, owner of Sumac Ridge Golf and Country Club. She also celebrated 20 years in business at exactly 5am that morning, which is when she received the keys to the building two decades before.
The team at Murray's Pizza has celebrated 20 years in business. Owner Josh Roberts started the business with his father when he left high school, and since then they have grown to four locations in the Okanagan Valley. |
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Businesses move shop
Len's Massage has moved to a new location downtown. Owner Len Hannah has moved his massage studio to Henry Street, where he shares space with The Studio Esthetics.
Okanagan Custom Cut is settling in to their new location at 9211 James Ave. The move from a � acre to this one-acre lot provides much needed extra room for milling, and they've also added fir wood chips to their product list.
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Larger location for Giant's Head Auto
Giant's Head Automotive Services is moving to a new, larger location. Their current building on Main Street is slated to come down as part of the new library project. The business will be moving to the corner of Logie Road and McLachlan Street, near the Nixdorf Car Museum. Owner Jeff Schmidt says the new location is twice the size and will give him the opportunity to further grow his business. They will be open on Main Street until the end of July, and re-open in the new location in August.
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Tom Johnston Retires
After 32 years as one of the well known lawyers in the Okanagan, Tom Johnston of The Summerland Law Office has retired.
The firm of Pearce, Taylor, Schneiderat (Mike Pearce, Jodie Taylor and Cary Schneiderat ) has purchased Johnson Goodrich Lawyers, and the company will continue to serve their clients from their office on Main Street.
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Green light for permanent campsite at Dickinson Farm
For the past five years, Dickinson Farm has run an RV campsite through temporary permits, however on Monday, Council voted to allow the farm's application to make their campsite permanent. With their U-pick cherry season underway, they are now working on plans for an improved driveway for the campsite area and additional washrooms, which will allow them to welcome tent campers to camp among the cherry trees. The farm celebrates 102 years on August 11. |
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