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Accurate~Timesaving~Mobile Bookkeeping
599 Cadder Avenue
Kelowna, BC, V1Y 5N5

Name of Representative:
Sharon Whiting

Phone: 250-862-9523
E-Mail:   atm-bkpg@shaw.ca
Business Category:
Bookkeeper (Financial Industry)

Company Profile:
Managing the financial transactions for a business involves having an experienced, professional, confidential and dedicated person. One who cares about your business while saving you time and money. The services of ATM Bookkeeping are fully qualified to ensure your books are kept on a weekly, monthly or quarterly basis. We continuously receive referrals from established organizations who are happy with our service. We are proud of our achievements, which include a nomination for a Business Excellence Award from the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce.

Affordable Web Design Ltd
Box 28197 East Kelowna PO
Kelowna, BC, V1W 4A6

Name of Representative:
Doris Kotscha
President/Certified Web Designer

Phone: 250-762-5987
E-Mail: doris@affordablewebdesign.ca
Website: www.affordablewebdesign.ca

Business Category:
Web Design and Development

Company Profile:
Web Designers, Graphic Designers, Web Hosts, Website Content Writing Specialists, Domain Registration facilitators, Search Engine Optimization specialists....we are all those things in one company!  We are well-known to be among the lowest cost professional web designers and developers in the industry.

We specialize in helping small business get the web presence they deserve! Our services include web design and development, web graphics and animation,new sites, remaking existing sites, maintenance and updates,yearly web hosting services,yearly domain name registration,search engine optimization of our new website designs as well as of any redesigns we do for our clients!

Aspire Media Works

Name of Representative:
Geoff Miller

Phone:  778-478-2238
E-Mail: info@aspiremediaworks.ca

Business Category:
Print, Marketing & Media

Company Profile:
Look to us for all your print & marketing needs! Whether you need, graphics, signs, banners, business cards, rack cards, books & photobooks ( hard & soft covered), reports, manuals, newsletters, flyers, brochures, business essentials, envelopes, direct mail campaigns to CD & DVD duplication we can do it all. Full digital and offset printing with wide format and bindery capabilities. We are in service to assist your company to grow and prosper! Taking Your Bright Ideas from Step One to Step Done...

AutoMobile
265 Gibbs Road East
Kelowna, B.C, V1X 2W2

Name of Representative:
Thomas Swaczyna

Phone: 250-826-6284
E-Mail: tom@okautomobile.com
Website:www.okautomobile.com

Business Category:
Automobile repair and maintenance

Company Profile:
AutoMobile offers you results that save you valuable time, while protecting one of your most valuable assets with garage quality service, making AutoMobile a clear choice!Get convenient, professional service froma fully licensed technician.

WE COME TO YOU FOR A CHANGE

Business Finders Canada

Name of Representative:
Steve Harvey

Phone: 250-491-1111
Email: steve@businessfinderscanada.com
Website : www.businessfinderscanada.com

Business Category: Business Brokers

Company Profile:
Business Finders Inc. is a locally owned and operated business. We are a one SOURCE for all your business broker needs. We help Business owners SELL their business in a Confidential manner to a QUALIFIED buyer.

Confidentiality At All Times - before, during and after the sale - backed by Non Disclosures! Qualified Buyers by net worth, credit and experience - they must qualify prior to disclosure! Full Approach, we disclose all materials for review! Expertise - full time business brokers! Network Marketing locally and nationally!
Only take listings that we feel we can sell - motivated! No Retainer or Listing Fees - we earn our fee by getting the sale closed.
PUT OUR EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE TO WORK FOR YOU.  CONFIDENTIALITY IS PRIORITY #1 - NO EXCEPTIONS! Don't Gamble your business - Sell with a Professional!

Canadian Residential Inspection Service - Kelowna
PO Box 26095
West Kelowna, BC
V4T 2G3

Name of Representative:
Brian Wrightson

Phone: 250 808 7686
Cell: 250 808 7686


E-Mail: criskelowna@shaw.ca
Website: www.homespec.com

Business Category:
Residential Home Inspection

Company Profile:
Canadian Residential Inspection Services is a national network of more than 28 Home Inspectors.  Brian serves Kelowna and environs.  If you are buying or selling a home or considering a renovation, Brian will provide you with a comprehensive visual examination of your home's overall structure, major systems and components.  I work YOU.  I am committed to deliver the highest quality, unbiased home inspection with courteous, prompt, professional service.

Brian Wrightson B.Comm MEd.
Consumer Protection BC License 53813
Member - Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors (BC)

Capri Insurance Services Ltd.
100-1500 Hardy Street,
Kelowna, BC
V1Y 8H2

Name of Representative:
Crissy Cuddihy

Phone: 250 860 2426
Cell: 250 212 9051

E-Mail: ccuddihy@capri.ca

Business Category:
Insurance

Company Profile:
Crissy has over 20 years experience in the insurance industry and has been a part of Capri Insurance since 1989.  She specializes in commercial, auto fleet, residential, travel, boat and recreation vehicle insurance. Her goal is to create good communication with her clients and dedicate hard work to provide customer service that surpasses her competitors.

Cindy Ross Interior Design

Name of Representative:
Cindy Ross

Phone:250-878-3331
E-Mail: info@cindyrossinteriordesign.com
Website: www.cindyrossinteriordesign.com

Business Category:
Interior Designer

Company Profile:
Cindy Ross Interior Design offers full service interior design specializing in new home construction, commercial construction and remodel projects. Interior design that reflects a client's good taste encompasses thoughtful planning and Cindy Ross Interior Design brings her creative experience to make your dreams a reality.

Dr. J. Andrew Macdonnell Inc
Orchard Plaza Professional Building
Suite 209 - 1890 Cooper Road
Kelowna, BC, V1Y 8B7

Name of Representative:
Dr. Andrew Macdonnell

Phone: 250-762-3369
Fax:  250- 763-6419
E-Mail: drmacdonnell@shaw.ca  
Website: www.drandrewmacdonnell.com

Business Category:
Dentist

Company Profile:
We take pride in ensuring that all patients receive the best care possible when visiting our office.  By treating our patients in a friendly and caring manner, we strive to create an atmosphere that is enjoyable for all ages.  Your dental needs will change throughout your life.  Our practice is here, to care for you now and in the future.

Edward Jones
11 - 515 Harvey Ave
Kelowna, BC, V1Y 6C7

Name of Representative:
Gary Brezden

Phone: 250-868-8858
Cell: 250-878-8378
Fax: 250-868-2430
E-Mail:gary.brezden@edwardjones.com
Website:www.edwardjones.com

Business Category:
Investments

Company Profile:
As an Edward Jones independent office, Gary Brezden is a financial advisor offering a personal approach to investing and retirement planning to help you reach your long-term financial goals.

Esthetics by Meredith
275 Ziprick Road
Kelowna, BC

Name of Representative:
Meredith Hansen

Phone: 778-478-3117
E-Mail:  estheticsbymeredith@shaw.ca   
 Website:  www.estheticsbymeredith.com

Business Category:
Beauty Products and Services

Company Profile:
A home based boutique style esthetics studio, offering natural health and beauty treatments to suit a variety of individual needs. Training and ongoing education are evident in every personalized service performed for the best experience ever.

4 Pillars Consulting Group
212-101, 1865 Dilworth Drive
Kelowna, BC
V1Y 9E1

Name of Representative:
Charlie Peet
Debt Management Consultant   

Business: 250-860-1653
Toll Free: 866-888-8681
E-Mail:charliep@4pillars.ca
Website: www.4pillars.ca

Business Category:
Debt Management

Company Profile:
4 Pillars Consulting offers financial restructuring solutions. Reduce your debt by up to 70%
. Avoid bankruptcy,lower monthly payments,0% interest,rebuild credit,working for you, not your creditors.

Hartley Homes & Consulting Ltd

Name of Representative:
Brian Roth, Custom Home Builderr

Phone: 250- 808-1148
Fax: 250-765-0730
E-Mail:mail@hartleyhomes.ca
Website: www.hartleyhomes.ca
Blog: www.hartleyhomes.blogspot.com

Business Category:
Home Builder

Company Profile:
Hartley Homes & Consulting Ltd operates in the Central Okanagan building new homes with a focus on "Quality Construction Built for Life".  The owner has over 30 years of experience in new home construction and home renovations, Hartley Homes and Consulting manages the entire process to make home building easy, joyful and rewarding.  The company uses a documented system of best practices and controls to deliver the function exactly as promised. If you or someone you know would like to speak with a quality focused builder about your dream contact Hartley Homes and Consulting Ltd

ICI Computers
Kelowna, BC

Name of Representative:
Ata Zahirfar 

Phone: 250-769-1440
E-Mail: ici95@shaw.ca
Website:www.ici-computers.com

Business Category:
Computer Service and Sales

Company Profile:
Ata Zahirfar is a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer with over 21 years of experience offering a wide variety of services, including
on-site Troubleshooting and Repair of hardware and software, System optimization, Backup, Server installation & Maintenance, Software and hardware installation and support, Customer service, computer & printer repair, as well as sales and installation of any computer upgrades, security, networking and toner cartridges.

We also sell new Custom made Computers, Laptops, LCDs, Laser Printers, Parts, Accessories, Peripherals, Digital Cameras, Scanners, DVD/CD-RW, Power supplies, Sound cards, Network cards, Hard drives, etc., as well as toner cartridges for all your printers needs.

Isagenix
862 Montigny Rd
Kelowna   BC
V1Z 1S2

Name of Representative:
Brian Westers

Phone: 250- 769-6978
Cell: 250-718-1696
Fax: 250 769-6857
E-Mail: tybrelita@shaw.ca
Website: www.risehi.isagenix.com

Business Category:
Nutritional and Cleansing

Company Profile:
Isagenix is a cleansing and nutritional system designed to optimize health in conjunction with your medical practitioner. An additional specific benefit is weight normalization for persons who are either under or overweight.

 

Kelowna Gospel Mission
259B Leon Avenue
Kelowna , BC
V1Y 6J1

Name of Representative:
Ami Catriona

Phone: 250- 763-3737
Cell:  250-826-3737
Fax:  250-763-4018
E-Mail: ami@kelownagospelmission.ca
Website: www.kelownagospelmission.ca

Business Category:
Hostel and Lifeskills Rehabilitation

Company Profile:
Kelowna's Gospel Mission exists to feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, and help the hurting by providing material assistance along with the sharing of hope, faith and love through the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We minister to the whole person: spirit, soul, and body. By sharing Jesus with a servant's heart, we instill hope, provide sanctuary, and supply nurture.
Our mission is to end the cycle of loneliness, destitution and despair - and replace all that with fellowship, prosperity, and hope.  We are leading people from homelessness into wholeness.
For General Inquiries please call our office at 250-763-3737. Office hours are 9am - 3pm.

LendingMax Mortgage Broker
100 - 1500 Hardy St
Kelowna , BC
V1Y 8H2

Name of Representative:
Sally Hazel

Phone: 250 870 7060

E-Mail: sally@lendingmax.ca
Website:www.sallyhazel.com

Business Category:
Mortgage Broker

Company Profile:
Sally Hazel is a Mortgage Broker, specializing in residential mortgages. She works with individuals who are looking for a mortgage to purchase a new home, refinance an existing home (to renovate, consolidate, travel, finance other major purchases, etc)or to help them find the best rate / fit when their existing mortgage is up for renewal. Sally has been in the finance business for 15 years.

MargieS. Coaching
782 Marin Crescent
Kelowna, BC V1W 5B9

Name of Representative:
Margie Schamuhn

Phone: 250-869-5291
E-Mail: iamyourcoach@margiecoach.com  
Website: www.margiecoach.com

Business Category:
Life & Business Coaching

Company Profile:
Coaching is an effective and supportive partnership with a skilled professional that helps individuals achieve their maximum potential.  Whether it is in your career, business, or your personal life, coaching expands understanding, elicits client-generated solutions and strategies, and empowers you to achieve your definition of success.
It helps enhance productivity, resolve issues, and empowers individuals to work from a place of strength and emotional intelligence.

Margie is a coach, public speaker and facilitator who's mission is to inspire people to live life to the fullest with vision and purpose.

Okanagan Boat Lifts
Lake Country, BC

Name of Representative:
Tom White

Phone: 250-878-1289
E-Mail: info@okanaganboatlifts.ca
Website: www.okanaganboatlifts.ca

Business Category:
Marine Equipment and Services

Company Profile:

Okanagan Boat Lifts and Marine Services is located in Lake Country, British Columbia. We serve all locations between Vernon and Penticton, including Vernon, Oyama, Lake Country, Kelowna, the District of Westside, Peachland, Summerland and Penticton. Okanagan Boat Lifts carries the extensive and well-known line of marine products developed by Shoremaster and Basta Boatlifts. Okanagan Boat Lifts and Marine Services handles complete installation and repair of your Shoreman and Basta boat lifts as well as of all other makes and models of boat lifts.Our certified divers provide welding and underwater recovery services for dock repair and aluminium and steel fabrication.We offer boat lifts (all environmentally friendly solar powered) ,centering devices,anchors,power unit support brackets, platform kits,and much more.

Oughtred Coffee & Tea
6-7550 River Road
Delta, BC V4G 1M9

Name of Representative:
Jim Murray

Phone: 866-946-0935
E-Mail: jmurray@oughtred.com  
Website: www.oughtred.com

Business Category:
Coffee Roaster & Service Provider

Company Profile:
Coffee roaster and service supplier to business, foodservice and hospitality.

Pack-N-Stack Moving Boxes
3766 Weston Rd.
Kelowna BC
V1X 6K2

Name of Representative:
Ashley Burnell

Phone: 1-877-577-PACK
Cell: 250-864-7640
E-Mail: info@packnstack.ca  
Website: www.packnstack.ca

Business Category:
Moving Supplies

Company Profile:
Pack-N-Stack rents eco-friendly plastic moving boxes for home and office moves. They deliver the boxes to your home, allow you to pack and move and then pick the boxes up from your new home once you are done.

Imagine not having to worry about movers stacking boxes of books on top of your china. Pack-N-Stack boxes are rigid making this a non-issue. Movers can load the truck much faster and more efficiently, while reducing breakage.

Pack-N-Stack delivers throughout the Central Okanagan from Penticton to Vernon, plus we have partners in Vancouver and Prince George enabling us to serve those cities as well.

The boxes are 3.3 cubic feet and measure 24"x20"x12"

Pushor Mitchell, LLP
3rd Floor, 1665 Ellis St
Kelowna, BC
V1Y 2B3

Name of Representative:
Curtis Darmohray

Phone: 250- 762-2108
Fax: 250-762-9115
E-Mail: darmohray@pushormitchell.com
Website:www.pushormitchell.com

Business Category:
Lawyer

Company Profile:
Pushor Mitchell is a well-established law firm dedicated to providing legal solutions to a diverse group of personal and business clients. Curtis is a partner of the firm and has a Corporate and Commercial law practice, with an extensive Life Planning practice which includes the preparation of Wills, Family Trusts, Power of Attorney, Representation Agreements, Living Wills, and Nomination of Committees. He also has experience in related Adult Guardianship matters, and is an experienced Estate Planning and Estate Administration lawyer.

Rafter 4K Contracting Ltd.
6025 Farmers Drive
Kelowna, BC V1P 1A3

Name of Representative:
Norm & Sandi Kneller

Phone:  250-765-0856
Cell:  250-681-1555
E-Mail: info@rafter4k.com
Website:  www.rafter4k.com

Business Category:
Construction/Renovations

Company Profile:
We can take care of all your renovation & construction needs. Whether it's that little job you can never find time for, or the huge renovation project you've been dreaming of. Let us help you turn your Okanagan lifestyle vision into reality!

Founders Norm and Sandi Kneller have lived in Kelowna for over 20 years and are also the founders and previous co-owners of Aqua Pro Pools & Spas until the business was sold in 2004.  Norm has incredible work ethic and a desire to make every customer satisfied, no matter how big or small the job.  He has experience in numerous types of construction and has a common sense approach to his projects.  Sandi compliments with an administrative, construction and management background, and also a strong sense of vision for both the projects and the company.  Use Rafter 4K Contracting for your next project & rest assured that the job will be accomplished on time and the workmanship will be of the utmost quality.

We offer the following services:
Interior and Exterior Renovations of all project types and sizes; from kitchens & baths to changing the floor plan of an entire home.  We also have extensive experience in; Swimming Pool Installations, Accessory Building Construction, Fencing, Excavation, Home Additions, Decks & Pergola Construction, and more...

Check out our website or "Like" us on Facebook for lots of visual examples of our work and pictures of our current projects as they unfold.

RE/MAX Kelowna
100 – 1553 Harvey Ave.
Kelowna, BC  V1Y 6G1

Name of Representative:
Dean Desrosiers

Phone:  250-863-4707
Fax:  250-860-0016
E-Mail: dean@leadmehome.ca
Website:  www.leadmehome.ca
Blog:  deanfromkelowna.blogspot.com

Business Category:
Real Estate

Company Profile:
Dean Desrosiers is a full-time real estate professional and specializing in residential real estate (and commercial) in the Central Okanagan representing both buyers and sellers. Dean is known for his patient and skilful service. He is highly regarded as a sales and marketing expert who has a reputation for quality and customer service.

Shaun Bos Photography
325 Terai Court
Kelowna, BC V1X 5X6

Name of Representative:
Shaun Bos

Phone: 250-212-6264
E-mail: sbos@shaw.ca
Website: www.shaunbos.com

Business Category:
Photography

Company Profile:
I offer boutique style personal photographic services. My funky downtown studio is available for session work, but 'have camera-will travel'... you choose the location ~ Mission Creek to the Mayan Riviera! As a lifestyle photographer, my focus is on anything that starts with a B! Boudoir, Brides, Bellies and Babies, but I am available for Families, Portraits and Commercial work, as well. Allow shaun bos photography to capture all your significant moments and you will look back on your heirloom quality prints and albums and Remember it the Way it Was...

 

Solid Gold Collision Ltd.
195 Dougall Road South
Kelowna, BC
V1X 3J5

Name of Representative:
Lisa Dion

Phone: 250-765-4222
Fax: 250-765-4841
E-Mail:info@solidgoldcollision.ca
Website: www.solidgoldcollision.ca

Business Category:
Auto Body Repair                       

Company Profile:
Solid Gold Collision has been repairing vehicles for over 20 years.  We are an ICBC Accredited Collision Repair and Valet Shop, which means that after your accident, you can bring your vehicle directly to our shop and an estimate will be done immediately.  NO APPOINTMENT REQUIRED.  We work directly with ICBC so we can get the repair done quickly.

Standard AutoGlass
1742 Springfield Rd.
Kelowna, B.C.
V1Y 5V6

Name of Representative:
Derek Kuntz

Phone: 250-860-6666
E-Mail: sag8832@shawbiz.ca
Website:standardautoglass.ca

Business Category:
Auto Glass Repair

Company Profile:
At Standard AutoGlass® we are intent on simplifying life for our customers by offering top quality glass repair and replacement services that are quick and accessible.The consistent quality of our products and services has earned Standard AutoGlass the trust of our clientele. Standard AutoGlass brings recognized excellence, top quality products, seasoned professional staff and efficient job performance.

Services include:

  • Windshield repair and replacement
  • Mobile service
  • Insurance claims (ICBC Glass Express)
  • Lifetime guarantee
  • R.V. and Bus Glass
  • Free pick-up and delivery

TD Canada Trust Business Banking
150-1950 Harvey Ave
Kelowna , BC
V1Y 8J8

Name of Representative:
Nick Battaglio
Area Manager Business Banking

Phone: 250-868-3551
Cell: 250-868-1601
Fax:  250-868-3519
E-Mail: nick.battaglio@td.com
Website:www.tdcanadatrust.com/smallbusiness/

Business Category:
Banking

Company Profile:
Talk to us about building the financial infrastructure for your business.

Terry Prechel CMA
#3-3185 Via Centrale,
Kelowna, BC,
V1V 2A7

Name of Representative:
Terry Prechel

Phone: 250-765-0266
E-Mail:terry@kelownaaccountants.com
Website:www.kelownaaccountants.com

Business Category:
Certified Management Accountant

Company Profile:
Terry Prechel is a Kelowna Certified Management Accountant. Terry's practice focusses on corporate and personal tax preparation. Tax planning is so much more effective when planned in advance. Additionally, Terry has over a decade of international accounting and taxation experience. He also provides sound business advice for the owner-manager. Is your busines really reaching its potential?

TTM Events
#1-1660 Powick Rd.
Kelowna,BC
V1X 7G5

Name of Representative:
Hal Puder

Phone: 250-868-8255
E-Mail: info@ttmevents.com
Website:www.ttmevents.com

Business Category:
Event Planning

Company Profile:
Our design studio is the perfect setting for planning wedding and corporate events. Our Design Team includes florists, event planners and decorating specialists who after 20 years of experience can handle any event, no matter how large. Our retail division, The Tickle Trunk on Dillworth, is a Balloon and Party store with a  full selection of rental and retail costumes plus accessories(wigs,make-up and prosethics).Fun gifts and novelties, greeting cards and chocolates. Balloon delivery and party planning services specializing in adult theme events (over 40 different theme ideas to choose

Witmar Hotels
1891 Parkinson Way
Kelowna,BC
V1Y 8R1

Name of Representative:
Robert Simpson
General Manager

Phone: 250-860-3982
E-Mail:robert@witmar.com

Websites:
www.recreationinn.com
www.dilworthinn.com

Business Category:
Hotel/Motel

Witmar Hotels boasts two locations in Kelowna: Dilworth Inn and Recreation Inns & Suites

Dilworth Inn
Quiet, clean, comfortable and affordable rooms and suites!  The Dilworth Inn is an ideal place for short or long stays in Kelowna, all
our rooms are equipped with a fridge, microwave and coffee maker. Free wi-fi, coin laundry, a salt water indoor pool, hot tub and a dry sauna add to our wide range of amenities.  Daily and weekly rates available, senior discounts, CAA rates.  100% smoke free!!!

Recreation Inn & Suites
Adjacent to our property is the 27 acre Parkinson Recreation Centre and Park, perfect for sport and recreation needs. The Recreation Inn and Suites is an ideal place for families, fitness fans or  individuals visiting Kelowna.  We offer quiet, clean, comfortable, easily accessible rooms and suites that have up to three separate beds, a fridge, microwave, and coffee makers.  We offer suites which have full kitchens, including dishes, cutlery, glassware and appliances.  Free wi-fi, outdoor seasonal pool, outdoor hot tub, dry sauna and coin laundry, free continental breakfast, pet friendly, daily, weekly and monthly rates.
 
 
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