Smithers District Chamber of Commerce

10/17/2026

🍕 SNEAK PEEK: A fresh slice of downtown Smithers!

Take a peek inside Freshslice Pizza on Main Street! A smiling team, pizza ready to serve and green-and-white balloons out front, there’s plenty of excitement around this new addition to our downtown food scene.

Whether you’re grabbing a quick snack, picking up a pie for the family or looking for an evening bite, here’s another local stop to try!

-Pizza by the slice or a whole pizza to share
-Create your own with a choice of 30+ toppings
📍 Main Street, Smithers | Open daily, 11 a.m.–11 p.m.

Opening a business takes hard work, investment and confidence in our community. Every new storefront adds to the energy of our downtown, and a warm community welcome helps a new team get started.

Join the Smithers District Chamber of Commerce in welcoming the Freshslice team! Stop in, say hello and show them some Bulkley Valley support.

Stay tuned for the grand opening!

10/16/2026

NORDIK SAUNA CO. | COMING SOON 🌲

A new way to experience the mountains.

Inspired by Nordic sauna traditions, Nördik Sauna Co. invites you to slow down, embrace the elements, and reconnect.

The gentle crackle of a wood fire. The warmth of the sauna. The stillness of the surrounding wilderness.

From quiet moments of reflection to gathering after a day on the slopes, our wood-fired social sauna sessions offer a space to unwind, embrace the contrast of heat and cold, and reconnect with nature, yourself, and others.

Rooted in nature. Guided by tradition. Restored by the elements.

Coming soon to Smithers, BC, in collaboration with

Please Share and Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates and the announcement of our official opening.

More to come.

10/16/2026

📢 OCTOBER IS SMALL BUSINESS MONTH & MUNICIPAL VOTING DAY ON OCTOBER 17

Local decisions + Everyday impacts: Business costs & opportunities • Housing • Public Safety • Infrastructure Essential Services • Workforce • Recreation • Quality of life….

Municipal decisions touch nearly every part of our daily lives and directly influence the conditions in which local businesses operate, invest, hire and grow.

Economic development and quality of life go hand in hand. Thriving businesses create jobs and support community initiatives. A vibrant, welcoming community helps those businesses attract employees, serve customers and succeed.

As a non-partisan organization, the Smithers District Chamber of Commerce encourages every eligible voter to review the candidates and participate. Your ballot helps choose the people who will make these decisions on our community’s behalf.

General Voting Day:
Saturday, October 17, 2026
📍 Muheim Elementary School, 3659 Third Avenue
*Anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.

YOUR VOICE.
YOUR COMMUNITY.
YOUR VOTE.

10/16/2026

🥧A little pie and a whole lot of community spirit!

In recognition of International Credit Union Day, we’re celebrating Bulkley Valley Credit Union and the power of cooperation!

As a member-owned financial institution, BVCU reinvests locally, supports community initiatives and helps create opportunities across Northern BC. That commitment strengthens the connections between local businesses, families and the communities we call home.

Thank you to the BVCU team for your outstanding commitment to our region. Strong communities grow when we invest in one another!

10/15/2026

10/15/2026

📢 Our backyard is looking pretty calendar-worthy!

Smithers Lumberyard’s Calendar Contest is ready for YOUR vote! From mountain views to peaceful lakes and changing seasons, these submissions capture so much of what makes our region special.

Show some love to the photographers who shared their favourite moments and help choose the winners!

📲 Head to Smithers Lumberyard’s original post and LIKE your favourite individual photo(s). The three with the most likes will win prizes!

*Voting closes October 23
*Winners announced October 26

Thank you, Smithers Lumberyard, for giving local talent and our beautiful surroundings a chance to shine. Take a look, cast your votes, and share the invitation with a friend!

10/14/2026

There are a couple of opportunities to cast your ballot in the General Local Election this week so make a plan and exercise your right to vote!

Advance Voting Day - Wednesday, October 14, 2026
📍 Town of Smithers, Municipal Hall (1027 Aldous Street)
⏰ Time: Anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

General Voting Day - Saturday, October 17, 2026
📍 Muheim Elementary School, 3659 Third Avenue
⏰ Time: Anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

🚌 Need help getting there? You can ride on Route 22 and 23 for free on October 17. If you require a pick-up directly from your home, you can use the On-Request (curb-to-curb) service between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. To check availability and book the On-Request service, please call 250-847-4993.

For more information on voting in the General Local Elections, please visit https://www.smithers.ca/town-hall/town-council/municipal-election/voter-information

10/13/2026

📢 Small businesses make a big impact and Telkwa is ready to celebrate!

October 19-23 brings opportunities to meet local businesses, share ideas and build connections through business visits, coffee gatherings and Small Business Week activities.

The Chamber is pleased to partner with the Village of Telkwa for AI for Business + Small Business After Hours Mixer on Friday, October 23, from 4–6 p.m. at 1304 Birch Street, Telkwa. Join us to explore AI for business and connect with fellow entrepreneurs from across the Bulkley Valley. Register with Martina at [email protected].

See the full schedule below, tag a business owner who should join us, and help celebrate the people who keep our local economy moving.

Small Business Week is Coming to Telkwa!

From October 19–23, we’re celebrating the local businesses that make our community thrive!

Want to know what’s happening? Download the Telkwa Small Business Week Guide to explore the activities and opportunities planned for next week.

Own a small business? We’d love to hear from you! Take our small business survey and help us better understand the needs of our local business community.

Find the guide and survey here:
https://www.telkwa.ca/post/small-business-week-is-coming-to-telkwa

Let’s celebrate, connect, and support local!

10/13/2026

You’re busy running your business. You don’t have to figure out employee benefits alone.

As a Chamber member, your Chambers Plan advisor takes the time to understand your business, your team and your priorities, helping you build a benefits plan that fits.

And that relationship keeps working for you. From answering questions to helping you make the most of your coverage, your local advisor provides personal support as your business grows and your needs change.

Ready to explore your options? Message the Smithers District Chamber of Commerce with “BENEFITS” and we’ll connect you with our outstanding local Chambers Plan advisor
Linda Rempel.

Support your team. Strengthen your business. Start with a conversation.