We are proud to share that Mayor Ken Popove has been recognized by NAIOP Vancouver with the Most Business-Friendly Award as part of the 2025 NAIOP Awards for Municipal Excellence, presented during the annual Investment Market Update Breakfast.
This recognition reflects more than an individual achievement — it highlights the City of Chilliwack’s strong and consistent commitment to policies that support business growth, industrial development, and long-term economic sustainability.
What This Means for Chilliwack
Chilliwack continues to position itself as a community where businesses can confidently invest, expand, and succeed. Recognition from NAIOP, a leading commercial real estate development association signals that our city is creating the right conditions for:
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Attraction of new investment
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Development of industrial and commercial space
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Job creation and economic diversification
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Long-term business confidence
For local entrepreneurs, manufacturers, developers, and service providers, this momentum translates into real opportunity. A business-friendly environment ensures companies have access to the infrastructure, policies, and municipal support needed to grow right here at home.
A Win for Our Business Community
At the Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce, this award reinforces the importance of strong collaboration between municipal leadership and the business community. Every day, we advocate for policies that strengthen competitiveness, reduce barriers, and support sustainable growth.
When municipal leadership prioritizes economic development, the entire community benefits.
We congratulate Mayor Popove and the City of Chilliwack on this well-deserved recognition. Together, we are building a stronger, more resilient, and business-forward community — one that continues to attract investment and create opportunity for generations to come.
Better Together.