Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce

09/18/2026

NEW VOICES PODCAST: More Than Plumbing: Why Norm's Is Becoming Parksville's Go-To Community Partner.

What started in 1971 as a sewing machine and oil burner repair shop is now a Mid-Island institution, run by third-generation brothers Carson, Travis, and Malcolm. In this episode, Malcolm talks about:

• Apprenticing at 15 and taking the reins from his grandfather as a teenager.

• Going from paper records to full digital operations - and growing 30% year over year.

• Building community giving directly into every job through programs like Tanks for Lunch and HVAC for Hospice.

LISTEN HERE:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/23hLp5Lqw7J3iyQbIBpXut?si=Si5sk5oJQOaUQ2X4SJdw3w

His advice for anyone starting a family business? "Be prepared to never have a family gathering without talking about work."

Podcast production support by thepulsecommunity

09/17/2026

Parksville Fire Annual Open House - October 4 🚒 👩‍🚒

Join Parksville Fire Rescue (PFR) members for their annual open house as part of Fire Prevention Week (October 4-10, 2026).

PARKSVILLE FIRE RESCUE OPEN HOUSE 🔥
🗓️ Date: Sunday, October 4
⏰ Time: 10 am to 2 pm
📍 Location: Parksville Fire Station (160 Jensen Ave W)

This event provides an excellent opportunity for residents to learn about a variety of fire and life safety topics, including home fire sprinklers, smoke alarms, home escape planning, and FireSmart principles and practices that can help reduce wildfire risk and improve a property's ability to withstand a wildfire.

There will also be educational displays and interactive activities where you will learn how to use a fire extinguisher, how to perform CPR, try hose and target practice, and a kids’ bunker gear challenge.

Full news release:https://www.parksvillefirerescue.ca/cms/wpattachments/wpID407atID2327.pdf

09/17/2026

Chambers Plan includes practical business coaching, delivered by Arcora, at no extra cost. Business owners can work with a certified coach to improve their leadership and management skills, from handling workplace conflict to planning ahead for your business.

Log into my-benefits for Plan Administrators and go to Business Assistance Services to get started.

09/17/2026

See you today at our upcoming Business After Business hosted by Parksville Community Centre

⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍Location: Parksville Community Centre (223 Mills St, Parksville)

Connect with local professionals, build new relationships, and catch up with fellow business community members in a relaxed setting.

09/17/2026

Business after Business tomorrow at Parksville Community Centre! https://conta.cc/4xW8ETH

Email from Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce Join us Thursday!   Join us for the Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce's monthly Business After Business! Thursday, September 17, 5-7 pm at

09/16/2026

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09/16/2026

Have you registered for the Oceanside Affordable/Non-Market Housing Forum in Parksville on Sept. 20?

SOS Administration and Client Services Manager Bonnie Brown will join the panel to discuss how social services, emergency support and housing stabilization are connected. She’ll also highlight how local non-profits and community organizations collaborate to expand non-market housing capacity in Oceanside.

The forum takes place from 2 to 4 pm at Knox United Church.

Reserve your spot: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/oceanside-affordablenon-market-housing-forum-tickets-1997777020848

09/16/2026

09/16/2026

Sounds fun!

OKTOBERFEST AT MAB!

This Saturday, September 19th. Open to close!
We’re breaking out the Oktoberfest Pub Ale, the brats, the pretzels and a few questionable tests of strength.

🍺 Stein holding (It’s heavy. You’ve been warned.)
🏆 Games + challenges with prizes up for grabs
🥨 Oktoberfest Special: a sleeve of Oktoberfest Pub Ale + house pretzel + bratwurst
Come hungry. Bring your strongest stein-holding arm.

Saturday. All day. Prost! 🍻