I’m amazed at the evolution of businesses in Campbell River. The community may have a relatively small population but don’t let that fool you for a second. We’ve got businesses for sale, new ones opening, and established businesses undergoing changes. There’s lots happening. Here’s what has caught my eye recently:
Being the voracious reader that I am, I have to start with Ruth and Trevor McMonagle’s newest addition to our bookstore choices in town. Stillwater Books and Art, located on Shoppers Row between the libary and Photo Tech, celebrated its grand opening on Saturday, July 11. It attracted piles of bookophiles. Open 10am to 6pm, Stillwater is a gem. Their website is www.stillwaterbooksandart.ca. Phone them at 250-850-3103. Stay tuned for more on this new business in future posts here at eZABU.com.
Plaza Bakery has undergone a name change. It’s now known as Christie’s Place. I’m hoping the vanilla slices will continue to satisfy my sometimes-indulged (!) sweet tooth.
The Galaxy Theatre, beside Christie’s Place on 10th Ave., is for sale through Roy Grant of Coast Realty. Admission is currently $7.95 for all seats. If a home is ever needed for the popcorn popper…..
And of course there’s the newly started construction of the 152,000 square foot Walmart across from Home Depot on the highway. Currently scheduled for opening next spring, it’s going to be larger than the Courtenay location and will offer a full grocery department in addition to the usuals.
New to Campbell River is Ardene, a Canadian-based fashion and accessories chain (belts, hats, wallets, key chains, and of course the ever-popular fuzzy dice). Find it in C.R. Common, beside Dollarama.
In addition to being a voracious reader, I’m also an enthusiastic eater of Asian food. So - imagine my delight when I discovered that The Wok Box has chosen Campbell River as home for its unique Chinese cuisine. I eagerly hoovered a lunch special at their Courtenay located recently and found it to be hot, fresh, with just the right amount of spice for this Szchewan fan. I don’t know where the Campbell River location is yet – but – finding out is a priority.
Still on the subject of food, Subway has closed in Georgia Quay but has replaced it with a fresh location beside Save-On Foods. Definitely convenient for Mariner Square employees.
I learned first hand this past week how fortunate we are to have such a high quality Shopper’s Drug Mart. I was visiting rels in Vancouver and had occasion to visit two Shopper’s, one on the North Shore and the other in downtown Vancouver. Our book department was more extensive than both, our location has a top-notch photography department in terms of hours, product availability, as well as knowledgeable customer service peeps. And, as someone who buys cards regularly, it was a disappointment to learn that receiving a free stamp doesn’t happen at every Shoppers. Keep up the great work in the Tyee Plaza Shopper’s Drug Mart.
Arts and Culture | ginaforsyth November 9, 2009 | 
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