Local Business

"There’s much more to what we do than help teach kids to put the puck in the net.

Succeeding in the business world can be very tough. Frank Shang knew that well after he completed a business degree in his native China and came to Canada in 2001 with his family, looking to put down roots.

At Glimore Gardens, Richmond’s first independent living residence for seniors, the philosophy is plain and simple. Their 130 or so residents are not considered customers ­— they are family.

Who doesn’t love a deal — especially when it comes to some designer clothing and some of life’s finer goods.

Centuries ago, there were exclamations of untapped riches that “There’s gold in them there hills.

Leadership comes in many forms and when it comes to displaying that in Richmond, the Steveston Harbour Authority (SHA) charts the course in both the business world and the community it serves.

Growth can sometimes be the hardest thing for an up and coming business to manage properly.

After chalking up two category wins in the Richmond Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards (BEA) since 2011, Richmond’s Herbaland Naturals Inc. is the picture of evolution.

It’s been known by other names during its existence, but the Pacific Gateway Hotel (PGH) has always prided itself on providing a relaxing home away from home for all of its guests who stop by the Sea Island-based property that was named Large Busines

A Richmond couple is proving that passion, family values — and a little help from technology — can plow a path to success.