Gabriola Island Chamber of Commerce

10/22/2026

RIEP's Communities Talking project can help Gabriola "see itself", which means our businesses, non-profits and initiatives can access meaningful data that will help us to respond to the needs of this island.

Come, learn and provide your inputs to shape this valuable dashboard for Gabriola!

Curious what's ‘really happening’ in our local economies?

RIEP’s ‘Communities Talking Project’ is building a local Socio-Economic Dashboard for BC’s rural islands – We'd love to show you how it works, and how it could help you, your organization and your community.

Join us for a presentation and live demo:

📅 Mon Oct 19 – 7pm on Zoom
📅 Wed Nov 4 – 12pm on Quadra Island at the Nook (or join via Zoom)
📅 Thu Nov 5 – 12pm on Cortes Island at the Quadra Community Centre in the Yoga Room (in person only)
📅 Thu Dec 3 – 6:30pm on Gabriola Island at the Firehall

Snacks provided at the in-person sessions. 🍪

Sign up and learn more here: https://forms.gle/4thBCdK4zz2xG8Lw7

Make sure you’re following Rural Islands Economic Partnership for additional dates as they are posted.

Communities Talking is a project of the Rural Islands Economic Partnership (RIEP) and is funded by the Province of British Columbia through the REDIP grant.

10/19/2026

A reminder to our farming community that tomorrow we are hosting Grown on Gabriola - a lighthearted gathering for our island's farmers and growers who want to network and discuss how to grow better together.

Come for the cookies, stay for the conversation!

RSVP Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grown-on-gabriola-an-informal-gathering-for-small-farmers-on-gabriola-tickets-2003027917421?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/19/2026

Small Business Week Summit is happening this week! Join daily virtual sessions designed to support your small business in BC!

Up tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20: Cybersecurity and AI Basics for Small Business 12:00–1:00 PM PT
- With Tim Wostradowski, Principal Security Strategist, Fortinet

Every app, payment system and AI tool you use is a potential way in for a cyberattack. Learn the most
common risks, how one breach can ripple through your business, and where your security dollars matter most.

Join any or all of the sessions here: https://2026sbwsummit.eventbrite.ca

10/13/2026

This October, the Chamber is celebrating small business month. While we know that Trade and Tariffs are impacting our businesses, we are also aware of numerous other unique challenges and benefits our Island businesses face.

We hope you will join us in a number of upcoming events where we seek to connect with our small business community!

Info on two upcoming events we are hosting:

Grown on Gabriola October 20th 4-6pm: An informal gathering co-sponsored by the Age Co-Op to connect on common issues for our small island farmers. Findout more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/grown-on-gabriola-an-informal-gathering-for-small-farmers-on-gabriola-tickets-2003027917421?aff=oddtdtcreator

Wintering Well, November 5th 4-7pm: Bringing our business community together to discuss well-being and strategies for getting through the seasons! Find out more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wintering-well-on-gabriola-registration-2003092691161?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

10/13/2026

Running a small business in B.C. is not easy right now, but you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

The BC Chamber of Commerce's Small Business Week Summit is back with free virtual sessions designed to support
you from October 19 to 23.

Reserve your spot:
https://2026sbwsummit.eventbrite.ca

Mon, Oct 19: What the Year Ahead Will Cost B.C. Small Business with Bryan Yu, Chief Economist, Central 1

Tuesday, October 20: Cybersecurity and AI Basics for Small Business with Tim Wostradowski, Principal Security Strategist, Fortinet

Wed, Oct 21: After the U.S.: Where B.C. Exporters Go Next with Export Navigator

Thu, Oct 22: Business Next Door: Getting into Western Canada's Supply Chains with the BC Chamber and the Alberta Chambers of Commerce

Fri, Oct 23: From B.C. to the World: Reaching Overseas Customers Through the Port of Vancouver
With Vancouver Fraser Port Authority

A free week of practical sessions helping B.C. small businesses manage tariff pressures, protect their margins and find new paths to growth.

09/30/2026

Today on Gabriola Island we stand for Truth and Reconciliation.

10:30-2:30pm - Gabriola Museum. Traditional welcome by Snuneymuxw First Nation Elders C'tasi:a (Geraldine) Manson and Dave Bodaly, accompanied by songs and dances from the Qwam Qwum Dancers. Elder C'tasi:a will also share her personal residential school experiences. This will be followed by an Indigenous-led reflective walk.

5:30-7:30pm - A community discussion titled "Unceded: Beyond the Cowichan Decision" is taking place at the Phoenix Auditorium at the The Haven, Gabriola Island.

We will see you there.

09/29/2026

Our Gabriola Chamber of Commerce Members’ Mixer at Ravenskill Orchards - Home of Gabbie's C***r this month was such a lovely opportunity to connect, catch up, make new connections and celebrate the people who make our local business community so special.

A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful hosts at Ravenskill Orchards for welcoming us and providing such a beautiful setting for the evening. And thank you to all the generous businesses who donated door prizes - your contributions added an extra bit of fun and helped make the evening truly memorable!

Most of all, thank you to everyone who came out, shared a laugh, made a connection and helped create such a warm and welcoming evening.

Were you there? If not, perhaps it’s time to join the Chamber! Our members get opportunities to connect, network, learn and be part of events like this throughout the year. Come join us!

09/08/2026

Chamber Members event at Ravenskill Orchards - Home of Gabbie's C***r on Monday, Sept 14th 4:30 - 6:30pm. Join us in meeting our new Executive Director Karen Vickers, and the Chamber network. Fabulous door prizes, food and drinks available to purchase!

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gabriola-chamber-of-commence-membership-social-tickets-1997636146489?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

09/08/2026

Introducing our new Executive Director! Meet Karen Vickers. Karen will be at our members-only event happening next Monday at Ravenskill Orchards - Home of Gabbie's C***r or sign up to introduce yourself to Karen at our office this Friday (RSVP only) - https://calendar.app.google/drZSRdhY6nSRrEKD6

07/21/2026

Meet U40 Business Award winner, DIBS Fitness
Find upcoming classes: https://www.dibsfitness.com