DMRBIA - Downtown Maple Ridge Business Awards Nominations

dmrbia logo The community came out in droves to vote for their favourite Downtown Maple Ridge businesses, and the results are in!
When the poll closed on Wednesday April 15th, voters had cast votes for their favourite businesses in 32 categories.

We are very excited to hand out the first place awards in each category at our AGM.

We hope everyone enjoyed taking the poll, and maybe even discovered some businesses or services through it!
With over 700 businesses, there's something for everyone in Downtown Maple Ridge.

Each winner will receive a personalized, commemorative plaque recognizing their achievements, presented to them at the Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association's Annual General Meeting on Monday May 7th.
We would love to see all the finalists, and other business members, in attendance to cheer on their fellow business owners.
After all, these awards are about celebrating our entire Downtown Maple Ridge business community! The public is welcome to join us for the AGM and awards ceremony.

Without further ado, the Top 3 finalists in each category are:

Category	Business
Automotive	Lordco Parts Haney Automotive Start Automotive
Bakery / Deli / Coffee	Gratia Bakery & Cafe Cremino Gelato Caffè Europe Bakery & Deli Haney Bakery Hansel and Gretel Bakery
Beauty / Spa / Hair	Cloud 9 Beautique Diva Hair Salon Phazes Tanning & Beauty Salon
Books / Entertainment	Bean Around Books & Tea Black Bond Books The ACT Arts Centre
Business Services	Bell Locksmith Sure Print Work BC
Charities / NonProfit	Cythera Transition House Society Friends in Need Food Bank Ridge Meadows Hospice Society
Clothing / Accessories	Golden Rose Tattoo & Piercing Monkey Business Kids' Boutique T's Once Upon A Tea Leaf
Daycare / Preschool	Little Garden Montessori Center Little Willows Early Learning Childcare Start Smart Childcare
Dental Services	Alouette Dental Centre Lumina Dental Maple Ridge Dental Centre
Department Store	London Drugs Shoppers Drug Mart Walmart
Dry Clean / Laundry	Anthony's Fine Cleaners Ben's Town Tailor Nu Crescent Cleaners
Electronic Services	Bell Mobility Haney Sewing and Sound Mr. Fix Computers
Family / Community Services	Maple Ridge Parks, Recreation & Culture Maple Ridge / Pitt Meadows Community Services Maple Ridge Public Library
Financial Services	Royal Bank The Co-operators Insurance Agencies Westminster Savings Credit Union
Fine / Performing Arts	4Cats Arts Studio Bergthorson Academy of Musical Arts The ACT Arts Centre
Fitness Centre	Club 16 Epic Yoga & Fitness Maple Ridge Leisure Centre
Gifts / Florist/Home Decor	Little Cricket Gift Gallery Maple Ridge Florist T's Once Upon A Tea Leaf
Grocery / Convenience	Langley Farm Market Meridian Meats & Seafood Thrifty Foods
Health & Wellness	BC Eye Care Pacific Eye Doctors Whole Body Health & Wellness
Home Furnishing / Renovations	Fuller Watson Haney Builders Supplies Haney Sewing & Sound
Insurance	Harris & Leib Insurance Brokers Johnston & Meier Insurance Agencies The Co-operators
Legal / Notary Public	Cassandra Coolin Notary Public Cheryl Bennewith, Notary Public Michelle Broughton Notary Public Vernon & Thompson Law Group
Liquor / Brewery / Pub	Ridge Brewing Co. Silver Valley Brewing Co. Witchcraft Beer Market & Bistro
Medical Services	British Columbia Ambulance Service Dr. Marni Heed Life Labs Laboratories
Pharmacy / Dispensary	Golden Ears Pharmacy London Drugs Pharmacy Shoppers Drugmart Pharmacy
Pet Care / Supply	Bosley's Pet Food Mart Dewdney Animal Hospital Pet Smart
Real Estate / Development	Falcon Homes Ltd Re/Max Lifestyles Realty Royal Lepage Brookside Realty
Restaurants	Big Feast Bistro & Catering Chameleon Cafe The Frogstone Grill
Restaurants / Ethnic Cuisine	Aburiya Sushi Lupita Mexican Foods Shinobi Japanese Restaurant
FastFood / Pizza	Brownies Chicken and Seafood Freshii Show Me the Pizza
Specialty Store	Purdy's Chocolates The Blending Bar T's Once Upon A Tea Leaf
Vintage / Consignment	Buttons & Bows Cythera Thrift Store Town & Country Vintage Home

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DMRBIA is extremely excited to announce that Maple Ridge appointed Siân Kane as the Customer Service Co-ordinator - Licences & Permits.This role h...

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Movie in the Park Survey

30 July 2015

Dear valued sponsors of the Johnston Meier Insurance Agencies Group Movie in the Park:As with all our projects, we are dedicated to measuring success...

Vintage Market & Community Garage Sale

24 July 2015

August 22, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in Memorial Peace Park (South).Have you ever heard the saying ‘One man’s trash is another man’s treasure’? Do y...

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Like & Share Survey

22 July 2015

The easiest way to support your neighbouring business owners is to LIKE & SHARE their posts on social media. Creating a community on soc...

BC Offers to Fund Temporary Shelter in Maple Ridge

17 July 2015

Earlier today Maple Ridge MLA Marc Dalton made a series of tweets following a meeting with BCs Minister of Housing, Rich Coleman. The most important t...

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Lunchtime Concert Series

09 July 2015

The DMRBIA is proud to announce the 5th annual Lunchtime Concert Series, an hour of free musical entertainment in Memorial Peace Park. Every Tuesday,...

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Canada Day Window Decorating Contest Winners

30 June 2015

Congratulations to the winners of our Canada Day Window Decorating Contest! We are happy to award a $25 Downtown Maple Ridge gift card to each of the...

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Maple Ridge puts the ‘Maple Leaf’ in the 2015 Canada Day Celebration!

18 June 2015

The Canadian Flag is 50 years old and Maple Ridge will celebrate this special milestone as part of the community celebration being held on Wednesday,...

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Unveiling of the DMRBIA Back Alley Murals

16 June 2015

Don’t miss the unveiling of the DMRBIA Back Alley Murals! Wednesday June 24th, 11:30 am, we’ll officially unveil the first completed pro...

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DMRBIA Coupons

04 June 2015

Please click here to find valuable coupons for different Downtown Maple Ridge businesses. Print the coupon of your choice and experience Downtown...

Celebrate Seniors Week, May 31- June 6, 2015

26 May 2015

Seniors Week is celebrated the first week of June in British Columbia. The communities of Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows are hosting a v...

Summer Event Coordinator 2018 - Downtown Maple Ridge BIA

19 May 2015

JOB DESCRIPTION:Under the direct supervision of the Membership & Events Coordinator (M&EC) and the Executive Director (ED), the Summer Event C...

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Walmart moving into Haney Place Mall

08 May 2015

Walmart phone: 778-306-9936 The renovated anchor space at Haney Place Mall that housed Target will now become a Walmart, the company announ...

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Christmas Window Decorating Contest

21 April 2015

Make our Downtown look festive and get in the Spirit of Christmas; all members are eligible when decorating store windows. Paint, lights, seaso...

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Show Your Colours for Canada Day Window Contest

21 April 2015

In partnership with the Canada Day Festival Committee, the Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association encourages all downtown b...

Spring Treasure Hunt Winners

11 April 2015

It was a huge success.And the winners of a huge Easter basket are:

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Poetry and Photo Contests Open for Earth Day

24 March 2015

The annual Earth Day poetry and photo contests are open for submissions, inviting creative minds to submit their work on the theme “Water, Water, Eve...

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The Johnston Meier Insurance Agencies Group: Movie in the Park

20 March 2015

Wednesday, July 29, 2015Festivities Start at 6pm, Film Starts at Sunset (9pm) Get the poster

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Police and Partners Target Distracted Driving

10 March 2015

March is Distracted Driving Awareness month, and Ridge Meadows RCMP will be joining their Road Safety partners in assisting in a province wide traffic...

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'Turn Down the Heat' Results

13 February 2015

Thank You For Participating in “Turn Down the Heat”Save Energy and help local people at the same time! More than 650 warm articles of clo...

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Façade Improvement Program 2015

05 February 2015

Are you interested to do some improvements to the facade of your (downtown Maple Ridge) commercial property?If you are, you may be eligible for a “Fac...

Transit Tax Survey

30 January 2015

Do you support the 0.5% Transit Tax? Do you support a 0.5 percent increase in the provincial sales tax to pay for a 10-year transportation and transit...

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Downtown Maple Ridge Spring Treasure Hunt

26 January 2015

March 9 - March 30 Calling all Treasure Hunters: FREE Downtown Maple Ridge EventMake sure to participate, this is a super fun event! Pick up a passpor...

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Maple Ridge Reacts to Loss of Target Canada

15 January 2015

“Today’s announcement of the closing of Target Canada was a shock,” said Maple Ridge Mayor Nicole Read. “Our first concern as a Council is the employe...

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Win Your Wish Results

09 January 2015

It’s all over and done........ the “official draw” for Win Your Wish took place Friday January 9, 2pm at Fuller Watson....and it was a real blast!

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'Turn Down the Heat' Week

07 January 2015

Maple Ridge is Turning Down the Heat February 1st to 7th, several downtown Maple Ridge businesses will be participating in “Turn Down the Heat Week”...

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Christmas Window Decorating Results

18 December 2014

We have selected our winners for the 2014 Window Decorating Contest

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Shop The Neighbourhood

01 December 2014

Shop The Neighbourhood event was a great success in Maple Ridge!Hope you had a chance to participate....... About 50 downtown Maple Ridge retail stor...

Christmas Window Decorating Contest

25 November 2014

Downtown Maple Ridge Window Decorating Contest. Decorate your windows for the Season ..... and attract attention to your business! The DMRBI...

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Win Your Wish

19 November 2014

The Win Your Wish 2014 Contest is now closed. Draw Friday Jan. 9, 2pm at Fuller Watson.Watch here for Winners details to follow after the draw.

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Shop The Neighbourhood

14 November 2014

Join The Event, Connect With New Customers & Your Community. Save the date! November 29, 2014 is Shop The Neighbourhood. We are proud to ann...

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Mayorality Candidates Questions

05 November 2014

All Mayorality Candidates Meeting Nov. 4, 2014 Following are questions that were posted by Maple Ridge Businesses and event attendees, some were given...

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Small Business BC Awards

29 October 2014

It is time once again to nominate your favourite businesses for the Small Business BC Awards. This is a great opportunity to highlight and support the...

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Bike to Work Week

26 October 2014

Have you ever tried biking to work? If not, perhaps HUB can give you a little nudge, if you need one.Bike to Work Week starts Monday, October 27!...

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Celebrate Small Business Week

14 October 2014

You are invited to a series of small business workshops that are being hosted by businessSTART, the Chamber of Commerce serving Maple Ridge and Pitt M...

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Champion Employer Celebration

14 October 2014

Join us on Oct. 21 in celebrating Rotarians and other business leaders who have recognized the value of hiring a person with a disability.

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Western Innovation Initiative

02 October 2014

Western Innovation Initiative Application Period Now Open Canada's West is home to world-class universities and institutions, producing phenomenal res...

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Maple Ridge is bloomin' beautiful

26 September 2014

Maple Ridge is one of the most beautiful and liveable communities in the province. That was the verdict release in Trail during the 11th annual BC Co...

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Zombie Walk

20 September 2014

Annual Downtown Maple Ridge Zombie Walk Friday Oct. 24th, starting at 4 pm from Valley Fair Mall. The Zombie Walk was designed as a creative food driv...

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Facebook Contest

20 September 2014

Online ContestSept. 4-15, 2014 Laura Crowston is the winner of our face book contest. Laura won a $50 BIA Certificate, which she can use at a bus...

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The City of Maple Ridge: 140 Years in the Making

20 September 2014

The City of Maple Ridge: 140 Years in the Making On September 10, 2014 Premier Christy Clark made a formal announcement that the designation for the D...

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DMRBIA Coupons

20 September 2014

Please click here to find valuable coupons for different Downtown Maple Ridge businesses. Print the coupon of your choice and experience Downtown Mapl...

Business Watch

20 September 2014

“Crime Reduction knowledge and training is FREE” Hello Business Watch participants. We would like to share some details of the independent review that...

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DMRBIA Summer Market

18 June 2014

The Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association is holding their last Summer Market on Sep 27th from 9am until 2pm in Memorial Peace Park on...

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Block Watch Newsletter

01 May 2014

Here is your Quarterly Ridge Meadows Block Watch and Crime Prevention Programs Newsletter.Download the pdf file Some tips about cyber crime preventio...

I want to live here!

03 April 2014

Maple Ridge Attains Top 25 in Money Sense Magazine’s Best Places to Live in Canada Ranking The April 2014 edition of Money Sense has hit the newsstand...

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Downtown Litter Pick-up

02 April 2014

Community Builders, in cooperation with ARMS, Adopt a Street program, will be re-starting a “Friday Morning Downtown Litter Pick-up” for Staff and fri...

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businessSTART

26 March 2014

START HERE and GO FAR! Starting a new Business comes with its rewards and challenges.Attend one or more of the FREE seminars, designed to help answer...

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Nominations for DMRBIA Board of Directors

21 March 2014

Interested in the economic expansion of Maple Ridge? Interested in being part of a dynamic group focused on the development and promotion of business...

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Fraud Awareness Month

14 March 2014

March is Fraud Awareness Month The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) warns consumers and businesses to be on the lookout for a variety of identity th...

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Spring Treasure Hunt

12 March 2014

Downtown Maple RidgeSpring Treasure Hunt This FREE family event runs from March 17 to April 7 See the Poster Print your own passport

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Spring Treasure Hunt

12 March 2014

Entry is now closed!Check here Thursday April 10, after 6pm for list of 2014 Easter Basket winners. And the 8 winners of a huge Easter basket are:

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Earthday - Sat. April 26

26 February 2014

Celebrate Earth Day in Maple Ridge! Come join us at our booth and make a FREE craft with recycled materials between 10 am and 2 pm!Download the flyer

BusinessSTART

04 February 2014

Starting a business comes with its rewards, and challenges. The District of Maple Ridge understands. And we want to help you succeed. That's why we cr...

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'Turn Down the Heat' Week

24 January 2014

Downtown Maple Ridge is Turning Down the Heat February 1st to 8th, several downtown Maple Ridge businesses will be participating in “Turn Down the Hea...

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'Turn Down the Heat' Results

24 January 2014

Thank You For Participating in “Turn Down the Heat”!

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Favourite Shopping Experience

17 December 2013

Leslie was the lucky winner of the online “Favourite Shopping Experience” downtown Maple Ridge contest in the NEWS. We received many great entries, pr...

Win Your Wish

12 December 2013

Click here for pdf file For details: www.winyourwish.ca

Christmas Window Decorating contest!

29 November 2013

Congratulations to our Christmas Window Contest winners! For best painted window: - Monkey Business Kids Boutique - Mr. Pet's For best pr...

5X5 2013 Concerto

28 November 2013

Having fun at the Business to Business Christmas networking Social, hosted by Concertos Lounge & Bistro

Merry Christmas

28 November 2013

Downtown Maple Ridge BIA staff registering guests at the Business to Business Christmas social. Merry Christmas everyone from: Ineke Boekhorst (Execut...

Wrap It Up Downtown Maple Ridge Results

19 November 2013

Wrap It Up Downtown Maple Ridge was a great success! Thanks to all participants in the “Wrap it Up Downtown Maple Ridge!” event.We hope you had fun at...

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Win Your Wish

13 November 2013

Downtown Maple Ridge 'Win Your Wish!' Christmas Shopping ContestNovember 29 (Black Friday) – December 31, 2013Inaugural “Win Your Wish!” Christmas Sho...

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Recycling Regulation Focus Group

07 November 2013

We are inviting all BIA members to participate in the Recycling Regulation Focus Group.Any Small Business owners will benefit from this session.

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“Black Friday” Super Sale

29 October 2013

Nov. 29, 30 and Dec. 1 WIN A $500 Shopping Spree (anywhere in Downtown Maple Ridge!)

Zombie Walk Wrap-up

29 October 2013

THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR PARTICIPATING IN THE DOWNTOWN MAPLE RIDGE ZOMBIE WALK. It was a lot of fun. We're very happy that so many people made it out to...

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Zombie Walk

02 October 2013

First Zombie Walk in Downtown Maple Ridge! Welcome to the inaugural ‘Zombie Walk’ event!On Friday October 25, starting at 4 p.m., we are presenting a...

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Grand Opening of Chances Maple Ridge set for Oct. 23

02 October 2013

Great Canadian Gaming Corporation is pleased to announce that the Grand Opening of Chances Maple Ridge is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013. The...

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Wrap It Up Downtown Maple Ridge

20 September 2013

November 14th between 5 and 9pm Downtown Maple Ridge will be the place to be for our 4th Annual WRAP IT UP DOWNTOWN MAPLE RIDGE Come to Downtown...

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GETIFest

16 September 2013

Downtown Maple Ridge BIA will be at the GETIFest on Sat Sep 21, 10am - 3pm Our FREE craft for the day is making “Dreamcatchers”, so come and join us...

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Downtown Maple Ridge BIA Consumer Survey

02 September 2013

We are conducting a consumer survey for downtown Maple Ridge.Please feel free to complete the survey, your opinion and comments are very importan...

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Campfire Ban Rescinded

30 August 2013

Effective at 12 noon on Monday, August 26, 2013, the local campfire ban within the District of Maple Ridge has been rescinded. This is consistent with...

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Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Shut Down for annual cleaning

30 August 2013

Aug 25 - Sep 15 Entire Facility Closed Aug 25 to Sep 8Aquatics Area Closed Aug 25 to Sep 15Weight Room & Gymnasium Reopen Monday, Sep 9Aquatics Ar...

Port Haney Neighbourhood Celebration

30 August 2013

Sunday, September 8 Join us from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at the Port Haney Wharf. Activities will include: Vendors Idea Wall Live Music Historical Walking...

Photo Treasure Hunt

12 July 2013

The 1st Annual Downtown Maple Ridge Photo Treasure HuntAugust 17 to 24th. The Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association presents a brand n...

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DMRBIA Coupons

11 July 2013

Please click here to find valuable coupons for different Downtown Maple Ridge businesses. Print the coupon of your choice and experience Downtown Mapl...

Construction for East Section of Downtown Enhancement Project

02 July 2013

In late July construction began on the east section of the District’s Downtown Enhancement Project. In addition to minor underground utility improvem...

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Seniors Bazaar & Fashion Show

16 May 2013

Come to our Seniors Summer Bazaar & Fashion Show on Wednesday, June 5, between 1:00 and 4:30Fashion Show at 3pmSee poster for more informatio...

We Love Our Customers

15 May 2013

May 24th and 25th Join businesses all over Downtown Maple Ridgewho want to thank you for YOUR loyalty with a Event!Two days of specials, treats,...

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We Love Our Customers Results

15 May 2013

Thanks for participating in the “We love our Customers” customer appreciation celebration!We all had a lot of fun! Customers enjoyed a fre...

Easter Egg Hunt Winners

28 March 2013

Congratulations to the winners of the draw for the 8 Easter Prize Baskets, and thanks to ALL participants.Winners are: Emily T. Nath...

Resource Directory

26 March 2013

This directory is distributed to every downtown Maple Ridge BIA business and service provider. Purpose: A Resource Directory for day to day use, provi...

DMRBIA grant to Haney Farmers Market

26 February 2013

DMRBIA grant presented to Haney Farmers Market, at HFM AGM on Feb 25, 2013 In the picture Bernice Gehring (president of Haney Farmers Market) receives...

2012 Readers Choice Awards

26 February 2013

In the Feb. 26 edition of the Times a total of 96 businesses were recognized.Times readers awarded these businesses by voting for the“2012 Readers Cho...

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Meet and Greet with Minister of Jobs & Tourism

02 February 2013

Downtown Maple Ridge BIA executive director Ineke Boekhorst (far left), Minister of Jobs, Tourism, and Skills Training Pat Bell, and Sandy Blue with...

Introducing the new MR Gaming Centre

31 January 2013

The ACT - Monday Feb. 25, 2013 11:30 am - 1:30 pmHear from Great Canadian Gaming Vice-President Howard Blank & BCLC Vice-President Jim Lightbody w...

Tips on transitioning from HST to GST/PST

18 January 2013

Feb. 7th, 5:30pm - 7:30pmDon’t miss out on this...

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Turn Down the Heat Week Results

10 January 2013

FortisBC and the Business Improvement Areas of B.C. have tallied their results from the first-ever “Turn Down the Heat Week.” From February 2 to 9, t...

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Façade Improvement Program 2013

03 January 2013

Are you interested to do some improvements to the facade of your (downtown Maple Ridge) commercial property?If you are, you may be eligible for a “Fa...

Façade Improvement Program 2014

03 January 2013

Are you interested to do some improvements to the facade of your (downtown Maple Ridge) commercial property?If you are, you may be eligible for a “Fa...

Designated Driver

27 November 2012

This holiday season we’re asking everyone to share the responsibility of being the designated driver. Is it your turn to get your friends and family h...

Window Decorating Results

23 November 2012

Here are the winners of the Christmas Window Decorating Contest: Best Decorated: Maple Ridge Florist (Kristen in photo with Lynne)Be...

Wrap It Up Downtown Maple Ridge Result

16 November 2012

Wrap It Up Downtown Maple Ridge was a great success! Thanks to all participants in the “Wrap it Up Downtown Maple Ridge!” event.We hope you had fun a...

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Auto Crime Pevention Tips

25 October 2012

Ridge Meadows RCMP want to remind citizens that thefts from vehicles are still occurring in our communities. Thieves count on vehicle owners to leave...

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Wrap It Up Downtown Maple Ridge

16 October 2012

3rd AnnualWRAP IT UP DOWNTOWN MAPLE RIDGE! A Night of Festive Shopping to Support Local KidsThursday November 15th ...

Celebrating Autism Awareness & Community Living Month

09 October 2012

Let's Get Together and Celebrate Autism Awareness Month & Community Living Month.Friday October 19 at The ACT

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Micro Business Training

12 September 2012

The BC Ministry for Small Business in collaboration with several partners have launched the Micro Business Training project whereby you can access up...

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Amazing Adventure Winners

06 September 2012

August is over and the Amazing Adventure is done for this year! Thanks to everyone who participated! We hope that all the teams had a great time, and...

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OpportunitiesBC

27 August 2012

Looking for Investment in your Business or a Business Succession Opportunity? Want International Exposure?

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Amazing Adventure: August 1 - 31

25 July 2012

The Amazing Adventure is a free month-long quest to discover downtown Maple Ridge! From August 1 - 31, find clues, complete tasks and discover the sec...

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BC Export Awards

10 July 2012

Do you export your products? You maybe interested in the following: Application Form (fillable pdf)A template to communicate with companies that...

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Discover Maple Ridge Weekends

09 July 2012

Come celebrate your summer weekends in downtown Maple Ridge!Enjoy the many festivals, events and more than 700 friendly businesses, ready to welcome...

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Downtown Maple Ridge Art Crawl

26 June 2012

Downtown Maple Ridge businesses will be hosting art from local artists from July 16 – 28. Visit businesses to see beautiful art all created by Ma...

Show Your Colours for Canada Day Window Contest

26 June 2012

And here are the winners: Best use of flags/maple leaf Service BC / Kitchen on the Ridge Best use of merc...

Lunchtime Concert Series

13 June 2012

The DMRBIA is proud to announce the 3rd annual Lunchtime Concert Series, an hour of free musical entertainment in Memorial Peace Park. Every Tuesday,...

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DMRBIA Summer Market

12 June 2012

The Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association is holding an outdoor Summer Market on the last Saturday of the summer months in Memorial Pe...

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Girls' Night Out - Dec. 6

06 June 2012

make the 1st Thursday of every month Download brochure (pdf) GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT ...

Downtown Maple Ridge Art and Heritage Walking Tour

22 May 2012

Seniors in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows are invited to celebrate “June Seniors’ Month”We offer a FREE guided Art & Heritage Walk Downtown Maple R...

Hospitality Forum

14 May 2012

Please find a poster attached that details the Ridge Meadows "Hospitality Forum" hosted by our local Bar Watch. It is May 30th, 1:00...

Dragons' Den

14 May 2012

This is an excited opportunity for Maple Ridge businesses to tap into the expertise and financial resources of CBC TV Dragons' Den. Please pass t...

Community Volunteer Event

26 April 2012

in regards to the Cliff Ave. / Back 40, MAY 2, 1pm. The Back 40 is a spot of private land across from Catalina Pools , on Cliff Avenue, where pe...

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We can't help

19 April 2012

We hope you’ve seen the “stop signs” in the MR/PM News over the last few weeks?Maybe you wondered what this is all about? Read more in this let...

Maple Ridge Town Centre Investment Incentive Program

15 March 2012

Generates Over $100 Million in Construction Activity Maple Ridge, BC: On March 13, 2012, Mayor and Council were given a one year update on the Town Ce...

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Façade Improvement Program 2012

05 March 2012

The FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, a collaboration between the Downtown Maple Business Improvement Association and the District of Maple Ridge, provides...

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Downtown MR Development Incentive

23 February 2012

Take Advantage of our Exceptional Investment Incentive:Maple Ridge. Right Time. Right Place. Maple Ridge is poised for unprecedented growth. We've got...

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Social Media

06 February 2012

Are you interested in the new and exciting Social Media Program, the DMRBIA is presenting to its members?Please click here for all the details.

Festival of Light

03 February 2012

A FREE fun event for all ages. Feb. 22, 2013 in Haney Place Mall. For more information see the poster

Working World

13 December 2011

Diversity and Employment in Metro Vancouver CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: Due 4:30 January 6, 2012Open call for Working World: Diversity and Employment i...

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Albion Area

06 December 2011

ALC Issues Response on Albion Area Draft Concept Plan Maple Ridge, BC: The Agricultural land Commission (ALC) has responded to Mayor and Council with...

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This was the Christmas Market

05 December 2011

The winner of the “Giant Basket” at the Christmas Market was Maria from Maple Ridge. The basket contained a gift from all 24 participating vendors and...

Shop Local

15 November 2011

SUPPORT LOCAL CANADIAN BUSINESSES Please read more by clicking here (pdf)

Ridge Meadows Hospice Society

04 November 2011

Mission Statement: To provide compassion, support and care to patients and loved ones in dealing with end of life experience, grief and mourning...

Decorate for the Season!

02 November 2011

Get your windows in the spirit.....The winners of the Christmas Display contest have been picked and here are this year’s winners: We had three diffe...

Sidewalk Closure

27 October 2011

and Reconstruction at Lougheed Highway and 223 Street Maple Ridge, BC: On Wednesday, October 26, the sidewalk along Lougheed Highway at 223 Street fro...

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"An Introduction to Social Media

11 October 2011

Success for Small Business" The Downtown BIA will be hosting workshops to help you master the basics of Social Media to build your business. Learn how...

Wrap it Up Downtown Maple Ridge

11 October 2011

Second Annual Wrap it Up Downtown Maple Ridge! LAST MINUTE REMINDER: Charitable night of shopping on Thursday Nov. 17, 5pm - 9pm.Have you purchased a...

Community Information and Safety Fair

11 October 2011

Saturday Oct. 15, Haney Place Mall11 am – 3 pm Visit over 40 agencies, community groups and businesses providing resource and safety information,...

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Ruskin Dam

07 October 2011

Business Opportunity Networking SessionRuskin Dam and Powerhouse Upgrade Project Date: Wednesday, October 19, 2011Drop in any time between: 10:00 a.m....

9th Annual Successful You Awards Contest

03 October 2011

Nominate Your Business! Small businesses owners in every BC community are encouraged to come forward and nominate their bus...

Graffiti

30 September 2011

Graffiti on your walls? PLEASE report all vandalism incidents, including graffiti, to the RCMP.Include date, location and attach a picture: “If you di...

Passion for Retail 2011 Conference

27 September 2011

With challenges facing the retail community, this year's Passion for Retail Conference (Monday, October 3rd, 2011) will present attendees with practic...

China & India Trade Mission

26 September 2011

If you are considering growing your business through export to new markets, you may want to plan on participating in the China & India trade...

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MRPM Arts Council 40th

23 September 2011

This is an invitation to the Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Arts Council’s 40th Anniversary Dinner and Dance on October 21.

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Downtown Maple Ridge Summer Market

09 September 2011

Enjoy our last BIA summer market for this season, “happening” on September 24th, 9am – 2pm, on 224th Street / Spirit Square (in front of Memorial Pea...

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Memorial Peace Park construction

23 August 2011

Design Plan for Memorial Peace Park construction, in progress now.Construction will be completed approx. mid October.

Art draw & Amazing Race results

25 July 2011

The street party on July 23 to celebrate the completion of downtown Maple Ridge's improvement projects was a huge success.See story and pictures in M...

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Summer Cycling Photo Contest

14 July 2011

The Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC) invites residents to enter the Summer Cycling Photo Contest. Download the rules and...

Fraser River Levels

12 July 2011

Fraser River water level update

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Street Paving

08 July 2011

Early Morning Street Paving July 14 and 15 More Information

Maple Ridge Caribbean Festival

07 July 2011

Click picture to go to the Caribbean Festival website

Downtown Art Crawl

07 July 2011

Downtown Art Crawl:From July 18 - 30, stop by participating businesses to check out amazing art work by local artists!Click on the picture for the po...

Ka-Vroom MRSS Soapbox Car Event

16 June 2011

Maple Ridge Ka-Vroom 2011 is on June 18th 2011 on North Avenue, behind Fuller Watson. The fun starts at 10:00am. This year's Soapbox Even...

Social Media Summit - June 30

08 June 2011

Note change of event date! Interested in Social Media, but don’t really know enough about it?This is perfect for you! Presented by the Chamber of Comm...

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Canucks

06 June 2011

Sale

03 June 2011

Don't miss it - tomorrow only!Join us Saturday June 4th for a special sale! Good Company,Monkey Business,Babydoll Boutique,La Belle Chateau,Sweet...

Win a IPOD2

18 May 2011

If you haven't already done so, you may want to sign up for the Invest Maple Ridge e-newsletter. If you do so by Friday this week you're automatically...

Bike to Work Week

18 May 2011

BIKE TO WORK WEEK MAY 30 - JUNE 5 Have the high prices at the pump made you grunt and groan recently? You may want to consider riding your bike for yo...

Win a IPAD2

12 May 2011

Until May 21, 2011 when you subscribe to one of our e-newsletters you're automatically entered for your chance to win an IPAD2.The draw takes place&nb...

Approved Facade Improvements 2011

11 May 2011

The 2011 Downtown Maple Ridge Façade Improvement Application process closed April 30th. Grant requests exceeded $100,000 and only $50,000 was a...

R.E.I.N comes to Maple Ridge

11 May 2011

See our latest News Release on the Real Estate Investment Network Arrival in Maple Ridge on Friday.News Release District of Maple Ridge

Export and International Business Seminar

12 April 2011

Invest North Fraser – an economic initiative of Maple Ridge, Mission & Pitt Meadows invites you to attend the BC Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Inn...

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Easter Egg Hunt

05 April 2011

Downtown Maple RidgeEaster Egg HuntMarch 13 to 27 Print your own passport

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DMRBIA Renewal

23 March 2011

The first five-year mandate of your Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association (DMRBIA) will end December, 2011. The Board of Directors is...

Festival of Light 2011

02 March 2011

The Festival of Light and Lantern Festival was co-sponsored by the DMRBIA. An annual, wonderful, free family Festival, which took place Friday Februar...

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Christmas Market Raffle

08 December 2010

The winner of the gift basket at the Christmas Market was Marie M. A draw for a beautiful basket was held during the Dec. 4th BIA Christmas Market. On...

Maple Ridge in Top Five

27 October 2010

The Real Estate Investment Network (REIN) recently named Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows ‘#5 Top Canadian Investment City’. More Information

DMRBIA AGM 2010

02 October 2010

Oct. 27 is the day for the DMRBIA AGM 2010 All downtown Maple Ridge business and property owners are members and encouraged to register and atten...

Bike to Work

27 September 2010

How do BIKES benefit BUSINESS? Click for the flyer Click for Workshop info

Painted Pumpkin Pageant

26 September 2010

October 27 at The ACTOn display Oct. 28 - 31 Click for more informationAnd here are the winners

Scarecrow Extravaganza

26 September 2010

October 1 to November 1 Thanks to all participating businesses Downtown Maple Ridge for taking part in the Scarecrow Extravaganza, your beautiful and...

Employee Training Grants

21 September 2010

The Ministry of Advanced Education and Labour Market Development has established a new program initiative, Workplace Training for Innovation Pro...

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Treasure Hunt: August 3 to 28

02 September 2010

THE RESULTS

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New Shopping Bags from Old Spirit Banners

30 July 2010

Downtown Maple Ridge old “Spirit” street banners get a second life as reusable shopping bags!

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Lunchtime Concert Series

23 July 2010

Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from August 6th until August 29th - from noon until 1 pm, bring your lunch to the Park and enjoy up-an...

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Downtown Maple Ridge Summer Market: September 25

06 July 2010

Join us for a fresh summertime market, with fun, festivities and local vendors! The next Market is on September 25 from 9 am to 2 pm in Memo...

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Show Your Colours for Canada Day Winners

02 July 2010

In partnership with the Canada Day Festival Committee, the Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association encouraged all downtown bu...

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Downtown Enhancement Project

11 June 2010

The Downtown Enhancement Project is changing the look of Downtown Maple Ridge's streets. Don't forget that the downtown area is still open for busines...

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