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We had an amazing time at the 2024 Holiday Parade

We had an amazing time at the 2024 Holiday Parade in Downtown Courtenay last weekend!! This video was shot and edited by @deerwoodmedia, thanks Bill :)

Each year we have winners in different categories and I am so happy to announce the following:

Best overall : @comoxvalleyraiders
Non-Profit: @comoxvalley_atvclub
Best Children / Youth: @vireodance
Commerical Entry: @bobcatofcomoxvalley
New Entry: @stormindustriesltd
Most Entertaining: @coalhills_bmx

I will reach out to you all regarding your prize and we look forward to seeing you in next year's parade!!!

Let's Meet Downtown business owners Alex & Steph w

Let's Meet Downtown business owners Alex & Steph who opened @covalley.spaces in @downtowncourtenay! You can find them on Simms Ave between 5th and 6th Street alongside some other amazing businesses.

Once again we had a chat and learned more about these young entrepreneurs and the business they run.

1. What inspired you to start your business?

Working from home got pretty lonely, pretty quickly (getting yourself for Secret Santa every year is no fun!). That's what made us start this business -- the need for a place to get work done, be among community, and create opportunities for connection and collaboration.

2. What brought you to Downtown Courtenay?

We chose Downtown Courtenay for its centrality. Our members are spread throughout the Valley, and downtown has everything they need: great spots to grab a bite to eat, rivers and parks nearby, and a cute, small-town vibe. We were also supported immensely by Megan and Courtenay at @foundation.hairsalon, who helped us build the business from scratch.

3. What is unique about your business / what do you offer that people can't find anywhere else?

The most unique thing about us is our community! With over forty members, co-valley is home to climate analysts, knitting-app-builders, editors, writers, designers, communications pros, occupational therapists, and so many more.

It is clear these two offer something special here in the heart of the Comox Valley, a space where people can feel connected and get things done! If you are looking for a co-working space for yourself or you know others who might be interested, reach out to Co-Valley today!

BC Buy Local Week (Dec 2nd - 8th, 2024) is an annu

BC Buy Local Week (Dec 2nd - 8th, 2024) is an annual celebration of the unique contributions that B.C. businesses make to our economy. They strengthen our social fabric and donate to local causes. They provide great jobs and support local suppliers, keeping money circulating in the community. Consumers love local and BC Buy Local Week helps showcase B.C. local-owned businesses and local grown and local made products found in stores everywhere.

Visit www.bcbuylocal.com/bcbuylocalweek/ to learn more about how to shop, support, and stay local this holiday season.

With thanks, your local @downtowncourtenay businesses

A few snippits from the Holiday Parade that took p

A few snippits from the Holiday Parade that took place today in @downtowncourtenay! So very happy to have this celebration in our space and so grateful to all the float entrants, the volunteers, and most importantly the community for coming out to make this magic happen.

Winners of each category will be announced soon 😁

We hope you all had a wonderful time and we are already excited for next year!!!

It's Black Friday and select businesses in @downto

It's Black Friday and select businesses in @downtowncourtenay are offering amazing deals for you! Come downtown, grab a bite to eat and your favorite drink, then find everything you need to kickstart your holiday shopping.

See you there!

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The @downtowncourtenay foodie scene has yet anothe

The @downtowncourtenay foodie scene has yet another must see location on the list!!

@lalibertecheese has arrived to the great pleasure of cheese lovers and gourmands alike. The stunning storefront is impossible to miss on Cliffe Avenue, and you will thank yourself for popping in to visit.

Again, we asked a few questions to get to know Tracy and her team a little better:

1. What inspired you to start your business?

Laliberté Cheese was initially launched in 2022 to fulfill a very personal need for greater access to European & Quebec cheese. As it morphed into Laliberté Cheese & Gourmet Pantry, we've added on a large selection of food and gift items that we personally love and use.

2. What brought you to Downtown Courtenay?

We've been operating online and through various retailers for almost 3 years, and we decided that we were ready to launch our own store. We knew that Downtown Courtenay was where we wanted to be. It continues to be one of the main retail centers of the Comox Valley. When we found this particular location of 441 Cliffe Ave, we knew it was the one! The aesthetic of the building 100% matched the overall feel that we were aiming for. We are so happy to be a part of Downtown Courtenay.

3. What is unique about your business / what do you have that people won't find anywhere else?

So much! It was really important to us to offer the community something new and different. Our focus is on imported goods, things that are hard to find locally, and even difficult to find within Canada. The community as a whole really mourned the loss of Runge's and Cloves Deli, and we wanted to bring a bit of that magic back. We love how much time our new customers spend going over every item on every shelf, remarking that they haven't seen some of these products outside of Europe.

Well, it really is a treat to have such passionate people bringing some truly unique offerings in our area. Come see for yourself today!

Moonlight and Magic 2024 in @downtowncourtenay was

Moonlight and Magic 2024 in @downtowncourtenay was a HUGE success. Beautiful weather and a full moon truly made the night as magical as it could be. @deerwoodmedia put together this clip showcasing some of the wonder we all experienced while dancing in the moonlight.

An enormous thank you to the team at @elevatethearts, @playfulleventsco, @comoxvalleyarts, @comoxvalleyartgallery, @thejoint_physio, @foveo.run, @ignisia_circus, and all the incredibly talented artists and performers who added their special flare to the evenings festivities.

We also want to thank all of the businesses in the downtown core for putting on special offers, promotions, and unique offerings to ensure the community had something to do at every turn.

With gratitude, we look forward to Moonlight & Magic 2025.

Get ready for @downtowncourtenay's next big event,

Get ready for @downtowncourtenay's next big event, the 2024 Holiday Parade!

This year, our theme is holiday lights & music from around the world. We are encouraging floats to decorate to celebrate the wonderful and diverse holiday celebrations around the globe. The parade itself begins at 2pm on December 1st, and the route takes the participants down 5th Street from Harmston Avenue to Cliffe Avenue. Please come early to find a good vantage point to see the bright and colourful creations.

If you would like to register a float for the parade, please follow this link: https://downtowncourtenay.com/comox-valley-holiday-parade-registration/

The schedule for tomorrow's big event!! Gather you

The schedule for tomorrow's big event!! Gather your people, your intergalactic gear, and get to @downtowncourtenay for Moonlight & Magic 2024

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Moonlight + Magic to launch the festive season Friday!

The official launch of the festive winter season is coming up Friday, November 15, when Moonlight + Magic hits the streets of beautiful Downtown Courtenay! This much anticipated celebration features interactive art, live music, kids crafts, food trucks, roving performers, secret nooks, street dancing, the tree light up, museum and gallery events, and merchant specials throughout the downtown!

This year’s theme is “Intergalactic Jungle” where the animal kingdom meets science fiction! Throw on your cozy onesies and string yourself up with lights! From amazing DJ's to incredible live performances on fiddle, trombone and more, Moonlight + Magic has so much to offer.The festivities begin at 5:00 and continue through to a fiery finale on upper Duncan Avenue at 8:30!

Don't miss the official Tree Light Up at 5:30 at 5th and England with a big community signalong followed by live shows from local hip hop artist Oktiv6 and trombonist extraordinaire Trombonissimo. Then join DJ Ms Rockwell to dance the night away.

Down at 5th and Duncan the dancing continues with DJ Resister who fuses music from the diverse cultures of Turkey, Egypt, Iran and beyond. Then the deck will be handed off to DJ Eliazar who spins tunes from around the globe including Electro Swing, Vintage Remix, Dub, World Beats, Balkan, Bass, Middle Eastern, Soul, Funk, Jazz and more. At 8 pm the big dance off features prizes including lift tickets to Mount Washington.

Upper Duncan Ave will be a hive of activity with live music and "Drawing with Light” in the CV/Arts Art Wagon where you can experiment with different light sources to create stunning visuals that evoke space travel, aliens and distant galaxies. The Comox Valley Art Gallery will be open for folks to see a sneak preview of the upcoming 50 | 20 Retrospective + Art Faire 2024. Poke your head down Simms Alley and visit the Moon Dust Ranch with special hosts, the Space Cowboys.

Local violinist and improvisationalist Fanfare will hit the Comox Valley Art Gallery Plaza stage at 6:30 and then be sure to check out the live hip hop performance and intergalactic-themed music videos by Ruby Singh