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Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce

Learn more about this active chamber and its contributions to the Golden community.

Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce logo.

— Graphic courtesy Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce

The Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce is a dynamic, member-driven organization that has been supporting businesses in Golden, B.C., since its incorporation in 1979 as a Board of Trade. With a focus on fostering a thriving business community, the Chamber plays a key role in promoting local businesses, advocating for economic development, and enhancing the region’s overall quality of life.

Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce stats:

President: Daniel Geddes

Director: John Bowness

When established: Incorporated in 1979 as a Board of Trade

Number of members: 215

Cost of annual membership: $89.40 for non-profit groups and starting at $172 for businesses

Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce contact info:

Website: Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce
Phone: (250) 344-7125 - please leave a message, we will respond within 1-2 business days. 
Email: [email protected]
Location: 500 - 10th Ave. N., Golden, B.C.; PO Box 1320, Golden, BC

Key annual events sponsored by the chamber:

  • Business Excellence Awards
  • Annual General Meeting

Current supports for members:

  • Education/training sessions
  • Community and provincial business advocacy 
  • Weekly e-newsletter

Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards

The Kicking Horse Country Chamber of Commerce held its annual gala, and the recipients of the 2024 Business & Community Excellence Awards are:

  • Business of the Year: Golden Optometric Clinic 
  • New Business of the Year: Journey to Connections Counselling
  • Food & Beverage: Daley Bread Bakery 
  • Community Organization: Local Food Matters
  • Customer Service Excellence: Darkside
  • Retail Excellence: Higher Ground Sports
  • Industry & Trade Excellence: Innovation Building Group
  • Young Entrepreneur: Zoe Simard, Golden Artisan Co-op
  • Employer of the Year: Golden Family Center
  • Tourism: Golden Cycling Club
  • Farm to Fork: Goonieland Permaculture Farm
  • Community Legacy: Turning Point Restaurant 
  • Peter Bowle-Evans Award: Vance Christian

Promoted Golden businesses