Smithers District Chamber of Commerce

Smithers District Chamber of Commerce Established in 1913, as the voice of business.

Smithers District Chamber of Commerce advocates for local businesses, fosters economic growth, and connects our community through events, resources, and member support.

📢 REMINDER: RSVP by September 15!Smithers Chamber members are invited to take Chamber After Hours on the road this Thurs...
09/14/2026

📢 REMINDER: RSVP by September 15!

Smithers Chamber members are invited to take Chamber After Hours on the road this Thursday at Valley Vintages U-Vin in Houston!

Enjoy an evening of regional connection, Chamber-provided charcuterie and a chance to be a guest judge in Valley Vintages’ Customer W**e Competition. No w**e expertise required, just bring your taste buds and sense of fun!

Thursday, September 17 | 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Valley Vintages U-Vin & U-Brew
2025 Nadina Avenue, Houston

This complimentary event is exclusively for Smithers Chamber members. Space is limited, and advance reservations are required by September 15.

Reserve your spot:

📱 Call or text 250-845-4993
📧 [email protected]
📍 Or visit Valley Vintages in Houston

Interested in carpooling from Smithers? Email [email protected].

Come support a regional Chamber business, connect with fellow members and help Valley Vintages build a fun new community tradition!

🗳️ 2026 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONThe official candidates have been declared for the Town of Smithers and School District No...
09/14/2026

🗳️ 2026 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTION

The official candidates have been declared for the Town of Smithers and School District No. 54 Trustee – Zone 2 elections.

*General Voting Day is Saturday, October 17, 2026, with the official campaign period running from September 19 to October 17.

Save the date: The Smithers District Chamber of Commerce will host a non-partisan All-Candidates Forum on Thursday, October 8, at the Della Herman Theatre w/ CICK News. *additional event details and other community partners will be announced soon.

📲 For candidate information, voting details and other election resources, visit the Town of Smithers Elections page: https://www.smithers.ca/town-hall/town-council/municipal-election

Questions about the election process can be directed to the Town’s Election Office:

📞 250-847-1600
📧 [email protected]

We encourage residents and members of the business community to stay informed, participate in the democratic process and make a plan to vote.

🌻 A heartfelt thank you to Susan Bundock!Susan retired once and we brought her back to work. Today marks Susan’s FINAL d...
09/10/2026

🌻 A heartfelt thank you to Susan Bundock!

Susan retired once and we brought her back to work. Today marks Susan’s FINAL day in the Chamber office after generously stepping in to provide a full year of leave coverage.

With an incredible 28 years of service to the Smithers District Chamber of Commerce and greater business community, Susan’s oracle knowledge, warmth, dedication and longstanding relationships within our business community are truly irreplaceable. We are grateful for everything she has contributed, not only over the past year, but throughout nearly three decades of championing our Chamber and community.

While today closes another chapter, it certainly isn’t goodbye! We are determined to keep Susan engaged and connected, and our members can look forward to seeing her lending her familiar smile and admin support as a volunteer at future Chamber events/initiatives.

Thank you, Susan, for your extraordinary service and for always being such an important part of the Chamber team. We appreciate you more than words can say!

📢 Looking for a meaningful way to increase your visibility while supporting local economic development?The Smithers Dist...
09/10/2026

📢 Looking for a meaningful way to increase your visibility while supporting local economic development?

The Smithers District Chamber of Commerce’s Digital Airport Advertising Program offers organizations, businesses, industry partners, non-profits, and community leaders the opportunity to connect with thousands of travellers, visitors, and residents throughout the year.

Our community-focused, not-for-profit advertising network features eight large-format digital screens located throughout the Arrivals and Departures areas of the Smithers Regional Airport, providing consistent and professional exposure in our region’s most visible public space.

✈️ Program Features:
• 4 large-format screens in Arrivals
• 4 large-format screens in Departures
• Static or 20-second digital advertisements
• Continuous year-round exposure
• Thousands of annual impressions

What makes this program unique is its shared-value approach. Operated by the Chamber in partnership with the airport, 50% of all advertising revenue is reinvested directly back into airport operations. Remaining proceeds help support Chamber programs, business advocacy, economic development initiatives, and community-building efforts throughout the region.

By participating, you’re not only promoting your organization, you’re helping strengthen local infrastructure, support economic growth, and invest in the future of our community.

📲 Interested in learning more about available advertising opportunities? We’d be happy to connect. Email: [email protected]

✨ NEW BUSINESS ALERT ON MAIN STREET! Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Rhapso Boutique, opening its doors in ...
09/09/2026

✨ NEW BUSINESS ALERT ON MAIN STREET!

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Rhapso Boutique, opening its doors in downtown Smithers!

Every new storefront brings fresh energy, opportunity and vibrancy to our community, and we are thrilled to see another entrepreneur investing in Main Street.

Opening Friday, September 11 | 10:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.📍 1171 Main Street, Smithers

Bring a friend, stop by to explore the new space and help give Rhapso Boutique an unforgettable first-day welcome! Opening a business is a tremendous leap, and showing up is one of the simplest and most meaningful ways we can support local.

Congratulations, Rhapso Boutique! We’re so excited to welcome you to the Smithers business community.

09/08/2026

Hey Smithers, we've got an update for you! 🍕

We're now on SPYCE for delivery, and for a limited time: buy a medium or large pizza and get your second one 50% off (delivery & takeout only).

09/04/2026

📢 Before you spend another dollar on marketing, make sure you claim your free $500 VALUE Chamber Business Directory listing!

Thousands of people visit the Smithers District Chamber of Commerce Business Directory every month, searching for local products, services and professionals. If your listing is incomplete or unclaimed, customers may be passing your business by. Chamber members receive a premium listing where they can showcase:

• High-quality photos and videos
• Business descriptions and services
• Contact information and operating hours
• Website and social media links
• Everything customers need to choose your business

A complete listing can strengthen your online visibility, build trust and turn local searches into real sales. Watch the 360 Gallery video below, claim or update your listing, and make this valuable Chamber benefit work harder for your business.

Not yet a Chamber member? Join today and put your business in front of more local customers!
📲 https://smitherschamber.com/membership/

📢 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT | RAIL SAFETY WEEK: September 21–27, 2026The Smithers District Chamber of Commerce is join...
09/02/2026

📢 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT | RAIL SAFETY WEEK: September 21–27, 2026

The Smithers District Chamber of Commerce is joining our Members Canadian National Railway Company and Operation Lifesaver Canada in reminding residents, businesses, workers and visitors that rail safety is a shared responsibility.

A moment of distraction or a risky shortcut around railway tracks can have irreversible consequences. Please be rail smart:

• Stay off railway tracks, bridges, tunnels, yards and other railway property. Tracks are never safe places to walk, cycle, play or take photos.
• Cross only at designated railway crossings.
• Obey all warning lights, bells, signs and gates. Never go around or under a lowered gate.
• Stop a safe distance from the tracks, look both ways and listen before crossing.
• Put away phones, remove headphones and remain alert.
• Never attempt to beat a train.

Please share these reminders with your family, employees and colleagues. One conversation could help prevent a tragedy.

📲 Learn more and take the rail-safety pledge through CN Rail Safety. https://www.cn.ca/en/safety/rail-safety/

Additional resources are available from Operation Lifesaver Canada.

To report an unsafe situation on or near CN railway property, contact CN Police at 1-800-465-9239.

Be rail smart. Stop. Look. Listen. Live.

09/02/2026

📢 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: TYHEE LAKE PARK CLOSURE

Due to increased bear activity and public safety concerns, BC Parks has closed the Tyhee Lake Park campground and Aldermere Trail effective September 2, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.

The closure is expected to remain in effect until the end of the season but may be lifted depending on bear activity.

Please note:

• The day-use area and boat launch remain open.
• Visitors must follow bear-aware practices.
• Dogs should not be brought into the day-use area.
• Campers with reservations during the closure will be notified and receive a full refund through Discover Camping.
• Anyone planning to camp at Tyhee Lake should make alternate arrangements.

Report bear sightings or aggressive wildlife to the Conservation Officer Service RAPP line at 1-877-952-7277.

📲 For current information and safety guidance, visit: https://bcparks.ca/tyhee-lake-park/

*Please share this important public safety update with residents and visitors.

BC Parks | Village of Telkwa | Discover Telkwa: Where Rivers Meet

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3848 Third Avenue
Smithers, BC
V0J2N0

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