Gabriola, Mudge and Decourcy
Community Economic Development
Welcome to a deeper perspective on island life
Whether you are a long time islander or a wanna-be resident, this website is a great source for tapping in and connecting to what is happening in our community.
The island community is inclusive, queer friendly and ability focused. We strive to build sustainability and have a strong network of community organizations with many engaged volunteers that are passionate about creating positive local impact.
There are resources here to help you understand the lay of the land beyond being a visitor.
Love where you live – Support Local!
The Gabriola Island Chamber of Commerce is providing a tool for all local businesses to outline and update their current services being offered, in one common location.
This resource page will assist residents to quickly determine what level of modified business services are available during this difficult time.
Latest News and Projects
Looking for a Summer Job? Join us at the Gabriola Visitor Centre!
The Gabriola Chamber is seeking FOUR employees for Canada Summer Jobs positions. There are 2 job descriptions with full details linked below. The employees will work primarily from the Visitor Info Centre in the Madrona Complex on North Rd. All tools and training for the positions will be provided.
Visitor Info Centre Ambassador & Office Support
Reporting To: Office Administrator, Gabriola Chamber
Status: Seasonal Position x3
The Details
8 weeks starting Monday June 27th and ending Sunday Sept 4th.
30 hours a week
The position pays $15.65/hour
Must be available some weekends
Deadline for application is May 20th.
Please send cover letter and resume to Danna Briscoe at admin@gabriolachamber.ca
Read full details for Ambassador posting HERE
Visitor Info Centre Lead & Tourism Strategy Support
Reporting To: Office Administrator, Gabriola Chamber
Status: Seasonal Position x1
The Details
8 weeks starting Monday June 27th and ending Sunday Sept 4th.
30 hours per week
The position pays $17.00/hour
Schedule has flexibility but candidate must be available for some weekend work.
Deadline for application is May 13th.
Please send cover letter and resume to Danna Briscoe at admin@gabriolachamber.ca
Island Enterprise Zone Survey
Here on Gabriola we share a commitment to preserve and protect our island community. The Gabriola Chamber of Commerce is a diverse group of entrepreneurs and family-owned enterprises who work together for the common good of our island community by providing services,...
We’re hiring a Social Media Content Manager – Tourism Accounts
Social Media Manager – Gabriola Tourism This role manages the social media marketing and online content for Gabriola Island Tourism as it relates to the execution of the Gabriola Chamber Communications Plan. Reporting to the Executive Director and Office...
Taking the Pulse of Our Island
The Gabriola Health and Wellness Collaborative (GHWC) has produced the Gabriola Health Report to provide all Gabriolans access to data that reflects the health of our island community. Taking a broad approach to the definition of health, this report provides a...
Community Business Directory
The Directory component is a newly developing resource for locals and visitors alike. Sign up is free for all local businesses and enterprises and we hope to encouraged the use of it widely.
The 3 linked websites, Tourism Gabriola, the Gabriola Chamber and this site are all fed by the same directory database. The goal is to get all businesses, community organizations and enterprise listed for the 3 islands in one, online searchable place, for both locals and visitors to use. The more fully subscribed the Directory becomes the better it will be as a tool for marketing, promotion, collaboration and networking.
The goals for this Community Economic Development site
To be full of resources, links and information for the many kinds of enterprise on the island.
To create a positive mindset and approach to our local economy, where we collaborate to build sustainability and we understand that fostering resiliency creates positive community wellbeing.
To connect, network and info share between local businesses, residents, organizations and visitors.
To share the projects, collaborations and initiatives being worked on by the Community Economic Development Officer.
