September 23, 2025

Richmond Business (Good) News!

Below is a collection of local news success stories that showcase both innovation and forward-thinking.

Quantum startups move beyond theory, aim at real-world impact

Harbour Air takes off with major network expansion

Coke Canada Bottling marks World EV Day with $1.2 million investment in electric service vehicles

Richmond park named after lumber industry pioneer

Loulou Lollipop expands Canadian retail footprint with launch at London Drugs

FPS Food Process Solutions expands global expertise in End-to-End french fry processing

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Volunteer for the Economic Advisory Committee

Applications to volunteer on the Economic Advisory Committee are now open.

Interested in providing City Council with advice on economic development strategic planning issues and initiatives? Volunteer to serve on the City of Richmond’s Economic Advisory Committee and share your expertise to help build a stronger and more resilient economy.

The Terms of Reference for the Economic Advisory Committee are found here, and the application form is available here.

Application Deadline: Friday, September 26, 2025

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Find the Support You Need to Grow Your Business

The Business Benefits Finder is an online tool that helps you find the right grants, funding, services, and resources for your specific business needs.

This tool includes over 1577 programs and services, including tariff support resources.

TRY IT OUT

Registration Now Open: 2025 City of Richmond Diversity Symposium

Businesses, have you been wondering how to better support your diverse workforce?

The City of Richmond Diversity Symposium is a free conference for professionals, volunteers, and community members interested in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in their communities.

Keynote Presentation: The Mosaic of Us: Everyday EDI in Action to Build Communities Where Everyone Belongs. Drawing from her background in higher education, employment services, and intercultural facilitation, speaker Shelley-Anne offers a grounded and hopeful message: that EDI is not a passing trend, but a vital and enduring commitment to belonging, justice and collective well-being in both our workplaces and communities.

Tuesday, October 7, 2025
8:30am–12:30pm

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER

Richmond’s Draft Arts Strategy Seeks Public Input

Richmond’s updated draft ArtWorks: Richmond Arts Strategy 2025–2030 is here—and we want to hear from the Richmond business community!

Take a look at the strategic direction, "Invest in the Arts," which focuses on leveraging the arts for economic development potential.

Visit LetsTalkRichmond.ca by Sunday, September 28, 2025 to review the Strategy online and share your thoughts to help guide the future of arts, culture and creativity in our city.

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