Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce
Everything you need to know about the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce on one handy page.
The Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce is staffed by executive director Peter Bourke and visitor centre supervisor Sarah Miller. — Photo courtesy Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce
The Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce is a key player in supporting and advocating for businesses across several communities in the Columbia Valley, including Invermere. With a strong emphasis on maintaining a regional approach, the Chamber’s Executive Director and Board are committed to ensuring that the needs of both established and emerging businesses are met across the entire valley. By fostering collaboration between diverse communities, the Chamber helps to strengthen the local economy, enhance business growth, and promote the unique qualities that make the Columbia Valley a desirable place to live and work.
Pete Bourke, executive director of the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce, has seen businesses in the region adapt as needed this past year
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Executive Director: Peter Bourke
President: Rhiannon Tutty
Communications and Member Events Coordinator: Deanna Berrington
Manager of Administration & Operations: Chris Insull
Business Advisor: Theresa Wood
Number of members: 239
When established: Founded as Windermere Board of Trade in 1943; re-established as Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce in 2000
Cost of annual membership: Average is $215
Chamber website: www.cvchamber.ca
Location: Invermere Crossroads, Hwy 93/95
Hours of operation: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday
Contact info: 250-342-2844; [email protected]; PO Box 1019, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0
Key events sponsored by the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce
- Taste of the Valley in January
- Turn Copper Into Gold golf tournament each May
- Valley Appreciation Day in July
- Business Excellence Awards gala in October
- Business Walk, future dates to be announced
Ongoing events held for members:
- Business Mentor Program
- Networking luncheons
- Various committee meetings
2024 Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards
The Chamber of Commerce's annual Business Excellence Awards for 2024 were presented as follows:
- Business of the Year (1-15 employees): Copper City Physical Therapy
- Business of the Year (16+ employees): Ullr Bar
- New Business of the Year: Valley Sports Hub
- Employee of the Year: Rosemarie Bernil
- Business Person of the Year: Ryan Karl
- Youth Entrepreneur: Findlay Whittick
- Community Builder: Valley Fitness Centre
- Non-Profit/Association: Columbia Valley Rockies Junior Hockey
- Tourism Impact: Panorama Mountain Resort
- Employer of the Year: Kicking Horse Coffee
- Outstanding Customer Service: Blooming World
- Environmental Stewardship: Think Bright Homes
