tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-69001943586908142462011-07-08T05:05:11.442-07:00Maple Ridge was recently named "#2 Investment town in BC" and " the place to invest for lifestyle" by the Real Estate Investment Network. This community of 75,000 is forecast to double in population. Goals for the downtown are to attract investment in advanced technology, education and tourism sectors that will create high value local jobs. To find out more visit us online at www.investmapleridge.caInvest Maple Ridgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09265098512988296668noreply@blogger.comBlogger391100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6900194358690814246.post-26657322158834708682010-03-16T13:20:00.000-07:002010-03-16T13:20:52.909-07:00

... to a new BLOG address that is... Effective today we will be using the following blog address only http://blog.investmapleridge.ca/ We hope you'll take a moment to visit us there, and follow all the latest updates from Maple Ridge Department of Strategic Economic Initiatives. 

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BC Ferries SailPasses -  for discount sailings on up to 20 BC Ferry Southern routes - are now available at the Tourism Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows Visitor Centre. More details at http://www.bcferries.com/ or at the Visitor Centre located at 12492 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows. 

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I've just heard about this great opportunity and wanted to share it with you! If you're 18 - 34 and would like to start your own business, this interactive workshop will keep you on your toes - participating, learning, creating and developing a real life business model that you can actually implement in 2010. When:    March 20, 21 and 28, 2010 Where:   Bradner Hall, 5305 Bradner Road,

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It's that time again folks!! Time to "Brush Up Your Shakespeare" and bring a prepared monologue from any Shakespearean play to audition for The Tempest. Emerald Pig AUDITIONS When:             Sunday, February 28th, 2010 1:00 p.m - 4:00 p.m. Where:            Pitt Meadows Family Rec Centre                        12047 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows The Tempest: One of William Shakespeare's greatest

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Metro Vancouver is offering a webinar on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PST to give you an opportunity to join in the online conversation about the Metro 2040 regional growth strategy. The presenter will be Johnny Carline - CAO / Chief Adminstrative Officer - Metro Vancouver It's easy to register and completely free. Simply contact webmaster@metrovancouver.org or call

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For great advice about the countless fun things to do in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows drop by the Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows Visitor Centre where Margaret Crandell, Travel Counsellor will be pleased to assist you. Where:      12492 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows - South of Lougheed Hours:       Weekdays 10 – 4  Contact:     604 460 8300 / toll free 1 877 465 8300                   or online

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Filming is off to a great start for 2010! We’ve already had two feature films and one commercial filmed in Maple Ridge, and several more productions are lined up for later in the month and early February. Filming is big business in BC, and Maple Ridge attracts more than our share of film each year. With Industry estimates of $10,000 of revenue to the community per 'shoot day' we're doing

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Metro Vancouver is consulting on the latest draft of the regional growth strategy Metro Vancouver 2040: Shaping our Future This draft incorporates feedback gathered from municipalities and members of the public in spring 2009. There are meetings scheduled all across the region, with the local meeting scheduled for this week. Where:         Ridge Meadows Seniors Centre Address:      12150 224

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The team at Maple Ridge Economic Development wishes you the best of the Season, and a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year. If you're thinking of investing in expansion of your existing business, or starting a new one, we're here to help. Our online resource is available to you 24/7 at http://www.investmapleridge.ca/ Here's some information about the services our team provides and what we'll

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For the latest news from the District of Maple Ridge, you can now subscribe to a weekly online newsletter. If you'd like to recieve this informative weekly recap, simply visit the link below to subscribe.   http://www.mapleridge.ca/EN/topnav/newsletter/subscribe.html

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We're pretty excited about our latest investment attraction ad 'this is what opportunity looks like' - so wanted you to be among the first to see it! Watch for it in the following publications: Business Fraser Valley monthly - goes to 13,000 Fraser Valley businesses each month  Chamber of Commerce 100 Year Commemorative book; Business in Vancouver 'Invest in British Columbia' magazine - 20,000

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The Maple Ridge Economic Development Office has a limited supply of numbered photo prints of the Golden Ears Bridge / Golden Ears Mountains montage (shown above) available for sale $35 + tax  And we've arranged a special price with Photo Express for you to have them framed - two options $51.50 + tax for 'laminart'; or $145 + tax for framed print.   To purchase, come by the Economic

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Maple Ridge Council meets every Monday to discuss issues and hear presentations on local and regional topics and projects. It’s now even easier to stay up to date with what’s happening at City Hall - by subscribing to Council this Week a weekly online update available on http://www.mapleridge.ca/ Every Wednesday morning the latest edition of Council this Week will provide you with the

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The First Annual Christmas Market that was held December 5 drew an estimated 1,500 visitors who enjoyed Christmas music while they ate, shopped and visited! Paul and Eileen Dwilles, Managers of the Haney Farmer’s Market wish to thank all of the vendors, volunteers and customers for making this their most successful event all year! www.haneyfarmersmarket.org

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Come check out Downtown Maple Ridge and win! Shop at any store in Downtown Maple Ridge. The idea is to support local stores rather than have those dollars leave the community. You might be pleasantly surprised by their selection and competitive prices. Simply buy a total of $50 worth of goods or services in three downtown Maple Ridge businesses and enter the contest. Prizes include three $50-

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The countdown to the Olympics is on! As you make your plans to join in the celebrations, getting there is something you’ll definitely want to plan ahead. Translink has created a special website to help make getting around during the Olympics as easy as possible. Of particular interest to those in the Valley, there will be additional West Coast Express Train and Train Bus departures including

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Congratulations to the Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Chamber of Commerce who are celebrating their 100th Anniversary in 2010. “Wednesday December 30, 2010 marks the 100 year anniversary of the Chamber of Commerce, formally known as the Port Haney Progressive Association in 1908." Executive Director Dean Barbour noted "Over these years, the Chamber has been an integral part of our community and

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On behalf of Mayor Daykin & Council, the Economic Advisory Commission to Council, all of us here at the District of Maple Ridge - and especially Darrell, Erin, Marg and me at the Economic Development office – I’d like to thank you for your interest in Maple Ridge; and wish you the very best for 2010. With the opening of the Golden Ears and Pitt River Bridges making it even easier to get here,

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For all the latest information about what's happening in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows - weekends - and during the rest of the week too... follow http://www.mapleridgeweekends.com/

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If you missed the Santa Parade and night market Saturday, no need to pout... simply visit Maple Ridge Times and check it out! To view an amazing slideshow of the event courtesy of Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows TIMES visit the multimedia section at http://www.mrtimes.com/ Turn your speakers up and enjoy! "The annual Santa Parade ran this Saturday and got a huge turnout thanks to cold, but clear

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Looking for unique gifts this year? The Maple Ridge Economic Development sells a variety of items with the Maple Ridge logo. And now til December 24 they are on sale for 15% off.  Items include clothing clourful lunch bags, stainless steel water bottles, ball caps, tote bags and blankets! Sale prices range from thermal lunch bags for under $10 to 3/4 zip long sleeved shirts for under $35!

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The Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association (BIA) proudly presents the First Annual Old Fashioned Family Christmas Market. You and your family are invited to join in the fun this weekend. We'll have hot roasted chestnuts, warm apple cider and other yummy treats, a festive Christmas treasure hunt with prizes, balloons, fantastic Christmas gift ideas, music and lots of Christmas

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The Maple Ridge based Future Vehicle Technologies (FVT) has returned from the SEMA show in Las Vegas feeling more confident than ever with their innovate e-varo future vehicle . Not only was this one of the best car shows they have attended, it was also the first "summit" for all 43 X-Prize teams. Twelve teams displayed their vehicles at the show so it was their first chance to get a close look

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Hey, did you hear about the great sale WestJet has on right now?  Westjet invites you to save on Canadian travel. Details: Book by December 1, 2009 for travel Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays until March 31, 2010 Blackout dates:  between December 18, 2009 and January 4, 2010. Save valuable time by choosing the convenience of Abbotsord International Airport for your departure. http://

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Haney Farmers Market Winter Market is filled with twinkling lights and the sweet smell of freshly cut pine. Christmas cake, shortbread, butter tarts, mincemeat tarts, pies, preserves, chocolates and homemade bread are all in plentiful supply. Root vegetables will be on hand along with eggs, beef, lamb and seafood. More beautiful crafts and art from which to choose for your Christmas shopping.

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The Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association (BIA) proudly presents the First Annual Old Fashioned Family Christmas Market. You and your family are invited to join in the fun. We'll have hot roasted chestnuts, warm apple cider and other yummy treats, a festive Christmas treasure hunt with prizes, balloons, fantastic Christmas gift ideas, music and lots of Christmas Cheer! Date:

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The Emerald Pig Theatrical Society invites you to join them for Christmas Caroling in the Park. Come sing with us on Saturday, December 5th before the Santa Claus Parade. Memorial Peace Park - Maple Ridge. Costumes provided!! Free hot chocolate!! Chili and wine at Sharon's afterwards!! There will a rehearsal this Sunday, Nov. 29th at the Pitt Meadows Family Rec Center on Harris Road at 1:00

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Congratulations to the new slate of Directors of the DownTown Maple Ridge Business Improvment Association: Anil Bharwani - President Tammy Diniz  - Vice President and Chair of Beautification and Revitilization Deddy Geese - Chair of events and Marketing Linda Dodd - Secretary Racine Barbour  Ernie Beaudin - Past President   Bob Jones - Chair of Safety and Security Committee  Rob Gagne -

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The staff at the beautiful Loon Lake facility at the UBC Reserach Forest in Maple Ridge invite you to consider their venue for your special holiday lunch or dinner party. Book today for your group of 12 people or more people. Choose from a traditional roasted turkey dinner with all the fixings to a slow roasted triple A prime rib dinner from $25 per person. Lunch from $17 per person. Chamber

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Chief Administrative Officer Jim Rule and senior staff at the District of Maple Ridge invite you to attend the 2010 - 2014 Business Plan presentations to Council. When:             November 30 and December 1, 2009 Time:              9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Where:            Maple Ridge Council Chambers                        11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge Details available online at http://

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Operation Red Nose needs drivers, navigators, phone operators and dispatchers. Antlers optional. Operation Red Nose is a confidential designated driver service. Motorists are driven home safely in their own car. Nights of service: November 27, 28 and December 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19 and 31 Call 604-515-NOSE(6673) or email ridge-meadows@operationrednose.com Help keep our roadways safe this

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Wednesday, November 18 Mayor Daykin and Council will host the Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association 5 X 5 networking session. Refreshments will be served. Event begins at 5:30 with Jim Rule, Chief Administrative Officer who will be giving a brief presentation about the District, highlighting the Our Spirit. Our Town partnership between the BIA, District and Chamber. Mayor and

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A last minute ‘walk on’ who stole the show at the recent Maple Ridge Economic Summit was Future Vehicle Technologies (FVT) with their revolutionary vehicle called the “eVaro”. Team FVT who were on their way to Las Vegas the next day to compete for $10 Million in the X-prize competition delighted delegates who had the chance to get up close and personal with the eVaro. FVT is a “Clean Tech”

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A group of long time Maple Ridge residents and businessmen have joined together to host a very special appreciation evening for all the employees, staff and volunteers at Ridge Meadows Hospital. On Friday, November 13th they have hired Nearly Neil and the Solitary Band, a well know Neil Diamond cover act, for a special show at the ACT theatre. The evening, which will start with a wine and

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Get into the spirit of the season with upcoming Christmas events: The Festival of Christmas Trees in the Park (Memorial Peace Park) runs November 30 – December 31. Admire the beautiful trees and vote for your favourite. December 5 join us for the First Annual Christmas Market 4 – 8 PM and stay for the Christmas Festival and Santa Parade in Memorial Peace Park. The parade starts at 6 PM

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Shop local for your chance to win in the 3/50 Challenge: Come check out Downtown Maple Ridge and win! Shop at any downtown store, national chain store or micro-boutique in Downtown Maple Ridge. The idea is to support local stores rather than have those dollars leave the community. You might be pleasantly surprised by their selection and competitive prices. Simply buy a total of $50 worth of

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Downtown Infrastructure Improvements continue: The Federal and Provincial Governments and the District Maple Ridge have approved a joint investment of $6,130,465 through the Building Canada Fund and Infrastructure Stimulus Fund to get shovels in the ground on two projects that will benefit local residents by creating jobs, helping to boost the local the economy, and build longer-lasting local

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Metro Vancouver Commerce launches Olympic business initiative: Maple Ridge is proud to be among the nine Metro Vancouver local governments that have joined together as Metro Vancouver Commerce. At a November 9 press event mayors from participating communities announced ‘an unprecedented joint economic initiative to generate economic development for our communities’. For more information visit

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Mayor Ernie Daykin, honourary chair of the 2009 Maple Ridge Economic Summit – Best Practices for Connected Communities welcomed a host of esteemed speakers and delegates to the Maple Ridge ACT Theatre October 29 for a full day of informative presentations and networking with some noted leaders from industry, education, government and the private sector. Sessions included a wide range of speakers

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