Campbell River is a thriving centre of artisans and makers, a place to find unique gifts and treasures. The City of Campbell River economic development encourages you to explore our local shops in person or online.

It’s Small Business Week (Oct. 17-23), a national celebration that shines the spotlight on Canadian entrepreneurs and all they contribute to our economies and communities.

It’s Small Business Week (Oct. 17-23), a national celebration that shines the spotlight on Canadian entrepreneurs and all they contribute to our economies and communities.

The Economic Development team wanted to help out local businesses when the Circuit Breaker was announced. Within a matter of days, we turned around a social media campaign to draw attention to local businesses, who needed support. The concept was simple — give the businesses something that draws attention and is easy to execute.

Local products can get a free marketing boost thanks to the Island Good program. City of Campbell River Economic Development and Vancouver Island Economic Alliance (VIEA) have partnered for a second year to offer local businesses access to Island Good licensing for 2021, for free.

Local products can get a free marketing boost thanks to Island Good licensing now available at no cost this year.

City of Campbell River Economic Development and Vancouver Island Economic Alliance (VIEA) have partnered to offer local businesses access to free Island Good licensing for 2020.

Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Many people celebrate this special day by going out to brunch, buying bouquets of flowers and a special gift to show mom that you appreciate everything that she does. This year, due to the pandemic, Mother’s Day may look a little different, but that does not mean you skip out on brunch, flowers and a gift – because this year, Mom has stepped up big time taking on some additional roles that may include teacher, scheduling assistant to the kids, cook, cleaner, activity director, screen time police and some are pulling this off all while working! (Dad, we appreciate all you do as well, you will get your day soon!)

Here are some great ways to put a twist on the Mother’s Day favorites this year by shopping local and supporting your neighborhood businesses while playing by the pandemic rules.