BUY BC BUSINESSES Business Buyer’s Guide

Winter 2013/2014

Southern Interior Region

CHANGING THE FACE OF BUSINESS ventureconnect.ca 1.855.421.0082 ntrepreneurs and small businesses are critical to the economic health and prosperity of our communities. From creating and maintaining jobs that Esupport families, to producing goods and services, small business is the engine driving ’s economy.

 Small business accounts for 98% of all business in British Columbia  Of the 385,900 small businesses operating in the province in 2012, 82% had fewer than five employees  In 2012, 26% of BC’s Gross Domestic Product was generated by small business, compared to the national average of 25 percent  BC ranks first in the country for the number of small businesses per capita, with 83.5 per 1,000 people  55% of private sector jobs in 2012 were provided by small businesses; second highest in  Small business employed over a million people in the province in 2012  Between 2011 and 2012, small business employment in BC grew by 0.4 percent, slightly faster than the national rate of 0.2 percent  In 2012, small business provided 31 percent of all wages paid to workers in BC, the highest share of all provinces  The accommodation and food services industry was the largest provider of new small business jobs in BC between 2007 and 2012. Employment in this industry climbed 5.2 percent, creating approximately 4,600 new jobs over the five year period

One hundred and eighteen Southern Interior business opportunities valued just short of $70 million are represented and offered for sale in this booklet. These small businesses are among the many providing valuable products, services and employment. For a complete Small Business Profile and other information relating to small business, please visit:

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ON THE COVER

Downtown on a winter’s evening. Nestled between the peace- ful shores of and beauti- ful surrounding mountains, the City of Salmon Arm (population ~17, 640) offers an incredible diversity of economic and tourism-related amenities. Conveniently situated on the Trans Canada Highway (Highway 1), Salmon Arm has long been a popular year-round vacation destination for cultural, seasonal and outdoor enthu- siasts. As the commercial and industrial hub of the Shuswap region, Salmon Arm is home an impressive array of businesses and services. This map highlights the communities and regions covered in this Business Buyer’s Guide

Southern Interior Map

Cariboo-: 100 Mile Shuswap: Anglemont, Blind Bay, House, 150 Mile House, 70 Mile Canoe, Celista, Eagle Bay, Falk- House, Alexis Creek, Alkali Lake, land, Magna Bay, Malakwa, North Anahim Lake, Bella Coola, Big Shuswap, Salmon Arm, Scotch Lake, Bridge Lake, Buffalo Creek, Creek, Seymour Arm, , Canim Lake, Chilanko Forks, Dog Sorrento, Tappen Creek, Eagle Creek, Forest Grove, Gang Ranch, Hagensborg, Sun Country: 70 Mile, Ashcroft, Hanceville, Horsefly, Kleena Boston Bar, Cache Creek, Clinton, Kleene, Lac La Hache, Likely, Lone Goldbridge, Hope, , Logan Butte, Mahood Falls, McLeese Lake, , Pavilion, Savona, Lake, Nemiah Valley, Nimpo Lake, Seton Portage, Shalalth, Spences Riske Creek, Tatia Lake, Tatlayoko Bridge, Walhachin, Yale Lake, Williams Lake : Avola, Nicola Valley: Aspen Grove, Barriere, Blue River, Chase, Brookmere, Douglas Lake, Lower Clearwater, Darfield, Heffley Nicola, Merritt, Quilchena Creek, , Knutsford, Little Fort, Louis Creek, McLure, Monte Creek, Monte Lake, North Thomp- son, Pinantan Lake, Pritchard, Vavenby, Westwold Stamp Legend

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1.888.879.5399 ǀ www.cfdccariboo.com 266 Oliver Street Williams Lake, BC

Cafe Williams Lake $29,900 Boutique 100 Mile $30,000

Successful family cafe open from The only full service bridal shop in the 11:00 am to 8:00 pm Tues to Saturday. A ; providing brand name styles for great business for a couple. The your special occasion. This business prides ducting belongs to the leaseholder. itself on customer service and draws Financials are available from people from all over the interior of BC. listing broker. Clean and professional retail location with highly qualified staff enhance the image and reputation of this successful and profitable business. Inventory extra.

Carol Ann Taphorn, RE/MAX Williams Lake Corey Sigvaldason, Strategic Partners Realty 2 - 85 South 3rd Ave Williams Lake, Consulting Ltd. E. [email protected] BC V2G 1J1 T. 250.392.2253 T. 250.257.5130

Day Spa Williams Lake $34,900 Restaurant 100 Mile $39,900

Amazing opportunity to purchase a well branded business in Williams Lake. Popular diner at Sheridan Lake on the Tickled Pink Beauty Bar has embraced and renowned Fishing 24 Highway is ready mastered the full Day Spa opportunity. for new owners. Everything is in place to This business has won a number of awards walk in and carry on business. Population including Best Business, it is a great op- explodes in summer in this recreational portunity to assume a large customer list as paradise. Good income and excellent lease. well as top of the line equipment. Call for information. Susan Colgate, Sutton Cariboo Realty Robert Young, RE/MAX Country Lakes 232B N 3rd Ave Williams Lake, BC V2G 4T5 Realty 2 - 441 Alder Ave Box 128 100 Mile T. 250.392.5959 House, BC V0K 2E0 T. 250.395.3420 Wine Shop 100 Mile $70,000 Restaurant 100 Mile $75,000

Best of the best!! The Firehouse Diner, 72 Great family business. 100 Mile’s Premiere seat fully licensed, 2800 sq ft restaurant, Wine Shop. U-Brew could be expanded with room for expansion, located in the to include beer but current owners centre of shopping in 100 Mile House. concentrate strictly on wine and have Leased premises, with full line of equipment won many Prestigious International included in sale. Turn-key operation just Awards. All equipment and extensive waiting for you!!! This is the fastest growing clientele base inc. restaurant in town!!L6664. Brad Potter, RE/MAX Country Lakes Realty Wayne Walker, Royal LePage 100 Mile Realty 96 Cariboo Hwy 97, Box 2038 2 - 441 Alder Ave Box 128 100 Mile House 100 Mile House, BC V0K 2E0 BC V0K 2E0 T. 250.395.3442 T. 250.395.2424 Toy Store Williams Lake $99,000 Sears 100 Mile House $110,000

WiseOwl Toys is the destination store for toys and educational products for children Own your future with this once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase the related assets in Central BC. The business was of Kenmaur Enterprises Ltd, the company established in 2002 and has steadily grown licensed to operate the Sears Store in 100 over the past 10 years through the efforts Mile House, BC. Qualified candidates will of its founder and the support of many loyal have the opportunity to carry on this customers. For more info check out successful and established business which is the pride of the community and ventureconnect.ca Sears. Darrell Goertzen, Business Advisor Peter Sterczyk, RE/MAX of E. [email protected] 1-5140 Metral Dr. Nanaimo, BC V9T 2K8 T. 250.954.7477 T. 250.751.1223

Restaurant 100 Mile $114,900 Guide Williams Lake $127,000

Most popular restaurant for breakfast and One Eye Outfit is a provincially certified lunch in the area. Great investment - just guide-outfitting service. Located 250 move in and start to make money. All air miles North of , BC on the equipment and furniture is included. Ask sunny East slopes of the Chilcotin , in management unit 5-6 West REALTOR for more details. 57 seats and Chilcotin. Undisturbed lakes and streams offering catering service. Great location on are a fisherman’s dream, with world class Hwy 97. Get the locals to come nearly every rainbow trout fisheries. If you are looking day and get all the tourists driving by. There for adventure, unmatched beauty and life will be a better return of investment if you changing experiences - this is extend with dinner. the territory for you. Gerhard Berger, Century 21 Seaside (100 Rodger Peterson, McBride Realty Center Mile) Box 2198 #3 - 407 S Cariboo Hwy 97 100 Mile House, BC V0K 2E0 Ltd 277 Main St, P.O. Box 729 McBride, BC T. 250.395.2133 V0J 2E0 T. 250.569.2735 Restaurant Bella Coola $170,000 Auto 100 Mile House $170,000

Busy automotive service & repair business. Great opportunity! Potentially profitable, turnkey, 70 seat restaurant in downtown Other businesses in area include Rona, Bella Coola. $50,000 spent on new Re/Max, Interlakes Esso & Market, equipment, major exposure to local and Wildmans Outdoor Store & more. This tourist traffic. Chinese, pizza and Canadian price includes all equipment and inventory. food, coffee and desserts. Eat in or Owner will train & could stay on if needed. take out orders.

Leon Barnett, Crosina Realty Ltd. Robert Young, RE/MAX Country Lakes 171 Oliver Street, Williams Lake BC Realty 2 - 441 Alder Ave Box 128 100 Mile V2G 1L9 T. 250.392.4422 House, BC V0K 2E0 T. 250.395.3420 Restaurant 100 Mile $179,000 Rest. Williams Lake $249,000

Turn key family restaurant that has been A full service restaurant serving breakfast in operation for over 36 years. It’s time to bring your enthusiasm and energy to the and lunch. Seats 40 inside with exterior food and beverage world. With 3,700 sq. ft., sidewalk seating available during the sum- 120 seats, full inventory and equipment and mer and a seasonal portable Patio. New all the good will of almost 40 years in the industry this career is one of great oppor- World includes a high-end coffee bar with tunity, take advantage of it now. Financials professional Baristas trained in Latte Art and available to qualified buyers and owner is willing to stay on and “show you the ropes” over 60 teas from around the world. The and get you being your own boss!! price includes the 2000 sq. ft. building. Matt Walker, Royal LePage 100 Mile Realty Susanna Lachance, Owner 96 Cariboo Hwy 97, Box 2038 100 Mile E. [email protected] House, BC V0K 2E0 T. 250.395.2424 T. 250. 267.3284 Restaurant 100 Mile $249,000 Williams Lake $259,000

Well established restaurant business in Business includes restaurant, post office, the 100 Mile House area. Approx. 80 seats inside plus 780 sq.ft. patio in 5,000 plus retail store, laundromat & propane sales. square feet building. Operating since 2002 Living quarters are located in the back of with German and Mexican food the restaurant and the 2 bedroom rental being served. Fully licensed. This is a great cabin is in the backyard. Good location in opportunity to continue and expand an the village centre, financing available. already existing and well known restaurant business! Highway exposure! Frank Urbschat, Royal LePage 100 Mile Re- Linda Bartsch, Horsefly Realty Ltd alty96 Cariboo Hwy 97, Box 2038 100 Mile Box 267 Horsefly BC V0L 1L0 House, BC V0K 2E0 T. 250.395.2424 T. 250.620.3440 100 Mile Print/Design $279,000 Service Williams Lake $345,000

Located in a prime location between Busy printing & design shop located in 100 and Williams Lake. The business is Mile House. Long established & profitable specialized in Canadian - made gifts with the wood shop producing quality furniture and business, includes all equipment, building accessories. There are gifts for everyone and land. Owners will hand over this - plush animals, local pottery, B.C. honey, turn-key operation with everything you local books, wood art, jewelry, door knock- ers, candles and much more.The Wood Shop need to continue servicing their dedicated produces high quality furniture and other clientele. accessories with an existing repeating client base from 100 Mile House to Vanderhoof. Robert Young, RE/MAX Country Lakes Freddy Marks, Linda Marks, Sutton Group West Coast Realty, 875 Harrison Hot Realty 2 - 441 Alder Ave Box 128 100 Mile Springs Road Harrison, BC V0M 1K0 House, BC V0K 2E0 T. 250.395.3420 T. 604.491.1065 Restaurant 100 Mile $399,000 Motel Williams Lake $440,000

Turn key family restaurant. Super location Clean, efficient Motel complex & campsite. right on the Fishing Highway 24. The large 7 units, laundry facility, separate owners sundeck for summer seating offers a nice residence with private back yard. All view over hay fields and distant hills. Full equipment in good condition & included in basement includes comfortable living the sale. Wi Fi, phone & T V in each room. 2 quarters for the owners and storage for all kitchenettes, new beds in all rooms. the restaurant supplies. Campsite has full hookups.

Klaus Vogel, RE/MAX Country Lakes Realty Linda Bartsch, Horsefly Realty Ltd 2 - 441 Alder Ave Box 128 100 Mile House, BC Box 267 Horsefly, BC V0L 1L0 V0K 2E0 T. 250.395.3420 T. 250.620.3440 Resort Williams Lake $499,000 Lodge Bella Coola $789,000

The Crooked Lake Resort is a full service wilderness resort. There is a restored log Well established turn key lodge and Trapper’s Cabin on the property and newer restaurant. Centrally located with excellent log home that can accommodate up to 8 exposure, highway frontage and guests as well as deluxe log house which amazing 360 views. 14 guest rooms can accommodate 10 guests. There are 6 fully equipped cabins with kitchens and (12 kitchenettes), care-taker cabin, bath/ cozy wood stoves for the cold days. RV sites shower house, tool shed, greenhouse and & campsites are centrally located near the gazebo. Newly built, tastefully decorated sandy lake shore. Each campsite has a fire pit and a picnic table. 1,000 sq. ft. restaurants seats 36. Freddy Marks, Linda Marks, Sutton Group Fawn Gunderson, LandQuest Realty Corp West Coast Realty, 875 Harrison Hot (100M)110 - 475 Birch Avenue Box 1067, Springs Road Harrison, BC V0M 1K0 100 Mile House, BC V0K 2E0 T. 604.491.1065 T. 604.664.7630 Resort Quesnel Lake $1,275,000 Ranch Bridge Lake $1,300,000

The resort has been operating as the only This historic ranch offers 143 acres of full service seasonal resort on Quesnel Lake deeded land, a 5 bdrm home, 12 rustic for decades. Improvements on this offer cabins which can accommodate 70+ guests, include: 9.87 acres of deeded land, 4.73 acre license of occupation. Foreshore lease numerous outbuildings and a beautiful for the marina, 724 ft of lakefront to setting with pristine waterfront on Bridge Quesnel Lake, one of the deepest fjord lakes Lake. A range permit and grazing lease are worldwide, 18 motel rooms/cabins, also available. Lots of opportunities with including 8 motel units, 3 new deluxe 546 this ranch, like family business, company sq. ft. cabins, 10 full serviced RV sites, new retreat or group investment. Nearby 160 shower house, 60 seat restaurant, tackle acre parcel with 100 acres in hay also shop, laundry, all equipment. available combined with the ranch. Freddy Marks, Linda Marks, Sutton Group West Klaus Vogel, RE/MAX Country Lakes Realty Coast Realty, 875 Harrison Hot Springs Road 2 - 441 Alder Ave Box 128 100 Mile House, Harrison, BC V0M 1K0 T. 604.491.1065 BC V0K 2E0 T. 250.395.3420

Mobile Williams Lake $1,438,000 Motel Williams Lake $1,580,000

Great investment opportunity with high Cap rate (over 8%) mobile home park with Private owned & operated famous motel in higher income potential. Full city serviced, Williams Lake. Perfect location with a lot of 10 newly added pads with over $200,000 traffic & reservations. Good stable income investment. 4 bdrm manager suite. 60% property, easy to own & run. Seller finished mortgage available or $500,000 owner-carry considered. Potential to build commercial a lot of updates recently, made it more buildings at 2.5 acre along the highway out attractive/competitive. of 9.3 acre property in total. 20 more new pads can be developed with ample space. Tim Seo, Sutton Group - 1st West Realty Alec Zhang, Sutton Centre Realty #118 - 3030 Lincoln Ave , BC 3010 Boundary Road , BC V3B 6B4 T. 604.942.7211 V5M 4A1 T. 604.435.9477

Resort Quesnel Lake $1,900,000 Resort 108 Mile $3,490,000

Northern Lights Lodge beautifully sited An ideal all-season destination featuring 42 on 12.7 acres with approx. 2000 feet of well-appointed guest rooms. The licensed lakeshore on Quesnel Lake. Well maintained restaurant contains two rooms with heritage main log lodge with vaulted ceiling, seating for 80 people each. Graced by two great room & 8 private entry rooms plus lakes, an 18 hole CPGA golf course, miles 3 residences and 5 fully equipped cabins, of riding trails, horseback riding, tennis, shop, boathouse, wharfs. Lodge holds fishing, canoeing & mountain biking in the 70% of rod days for Rainbow & Bull Trout summer; sleigh rides, cross-country skiing, on Mitchell, Horsefly, Quesnel & Cariboo tobogganing & skating in the winter. Over Rivers. 580 acres of outdoor adventure! Fred Brown, LandQuest Realty Corporation Konrad Schmid-Meil, LandQuest Realty Corp (100M), 110 - 475 Birch Avenue Box (Kel) 2324 Dewdney Road , BC 1067, 100 Mile House, BC V0K 2E0 V1Y 2C3 T. 778.689.0712 T. 604.664.7630 Need help starting a new business? We can help with creating business plans, small business financing and free confidential business counselling.

2185 B Voght Street Box 159, Merritt BC V1K 1B8 ​ T. 250.378.3923 F. 250.378.3924 www.cfdcnc.com

Restaurant Merritt $129,000 Butcher Merritt $150,000

High earning, well established butcher and Well established Panago Pizza franchise deli shop! This excellent meat shop is a on one of the busiest streets in Merritt. cornerstone of our community in Merritt. The affordable leaseholds are approximately Favorable lease, equipment included, ideal 2000 sq ft and consist of a newer beautiful business for small family. Centrally located, storefront and deli section, cutting area, close to arena and aquatic centre. storage area, 2 walk-in coolers and a very large quick freeze. Business consists of high volume store front sales, and custom cutting of local beef and wild game. No need to be a certified meat cutter training provided. JB Bansoota, Veerinder Sidhu, Royal LePage Melody Simon, Royal LePage Merritt Locations West 484 Main St. , BC R.E.SERV. Box 1992 Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 V2A 5C5 T. 250.493.2244 T. 250.378.6181

Investment Merritt $399,000 Multi - Business Merritt $3.58 M

Incredible investment opportunity with 6 Wagon West Travel Plaza is the only truck revenue streams, 3 residential suites above stop on the Coquihalla Hwy. It is a great and 3 commercial units at ground level. distribution and manufacturing location. Highway frontage allows for excellent expo- sure for the commercial units and the cen- Businesses include a Husky gas bar, tral location allows for residential tenants to commercial card lock, Greyhound bus be within walking distance to all amenities depot, a 24 hour convenience store and and ample parking for all. An incredible op- restaurant. Additional space available to portunity that won’t last long! increase revenue. Don Ward, Century 21 Moving BC R.E Ltd. David Peressini, Royal LePage Westwin Box 236, 2840 Voght St. Merritt, BC Rlty. 800 Seymour St. Kamloops, BC V1K 1B8 T. 250.378.6166 V2C 2H5 T. 250.374.1461 There’s a great little business I’d love to buy. But how?

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Call Kevin Campbell for details on this Sears Home Centre is well established & THRIVING, and REWARDING franchise thriving business offering a strong presence business in the heart of Sorrento. Curves in Piccadilly Mall. Income is produced from for Ladies. Visit www.century21.ca/kevin. catalogue & floor sales plus delivery service. campbell for more photos. Excellent location signage visible from the Trans Can Hwy. No inventory costs or investment.

Kevin Campbell, Century 21 Lakeside Rlty Shirley Barker, Royal LePage Access Real Ltd. Box 100, Sorrento, BC V0E 2W0 Estate Box 434, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N6 T. 250.675.2317 T. 250.832.9997

Day Spa Salmon Arm $54,900 Coffee Salmon Arm $59,900

SHUSWAP BLISS is a well established fully equipped day spa/salon with an amazing Turn-key coffee-shop business, everything location in the Prestige Harbourfront Resort. you need to succeed is in place. Growth Beautifully decorated 1,200 sq. ft. salon potential here for the right owners. with reception, seating/retail sales area and four fully set up treatment rooms. The spa Strategic location in the downtown banking currently offers a variety of services includ- district, excellent foot traffic & established ing facials, body treatments, nails and clientele. Modern building and price massage using top of the line equipment and high end products. Large local client includes all equipment & inventory. base as well as hotel guests and tourists. James Grieve, Homelife Salmon Arm Realty Jay Agassiz, PREC, Homelife Salmon Arm 404-251 Trans Canada Hwy NW Realty 404-251 Trans Canada Hwy NW, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 3B8 T. 250.832.7871 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 3B8 T. 250.832.7871 Retail Salmon Arm $84,900 Restaurant Salmon Arm $85,000

Great opportunity to purchase this Turnkey Business with good revenue and client base. This well established business is located in Own this European Style Restaurant and Salmon Arm’s busiest mall. Your Dollar Store catering business with seating for 50 and with More occupies a 2,800 sq. ft. storefront full liquor license. Offer fresh, local and location in Piccadilly Mall. Business shows a good profit each year and has increased homemade ingredients and serve it up with sales. This successful franchise carries great service. Create a dining experience everything from party supplies and holiday in cozy surroundings for couples or private decorations to an array of household goods, tools and anything in between, keeping this parties. store busy year round. Lots of potential for James Grieve, Homelife Salmon Arm Realty Steven Lewis PREC, Royal LePage Access 404-251 Trans Canada Hwy NW Real Estate Box 434, Salmon Arm, BC Salmon Arm, BC V1E 3B8 T. 250.832.7871 V1E 4N6 T. 250.832.9997 Retail Salmon Arm $99,000 Sports Salmon Arm $99,000

Established Clothing and Retail Board Shop with exclusivity in the Shuswap market- Sports Shop located in Salmon Arm inside place. Pinz Board Shop is the pinnacle “ac- the Shaw Center, the home of Minor tion sports” retail business in the Shuswap, Hockey and the Silverbacks of the BCHL. offering an excellent reputation, great loca- Same owner for 26 years. Primarily focused tion, loyal clientele, and exclusive brands. Owner has experienced a consistent 5-8% on hockey equipment and skate sharpening. growth in business over last several years, Very reasonable lease. Bring your energy with continuing trend projected. Well over and ideas. $100,000 in rotating inventory offered. Dave Strle, Century 21 Executives (Ender- Larry Berisoff, Jody Miller, Syber Realty Ltd. by) 300 George St, Box 169, Enderby, BC 201-1449 St Paul St. Kelowna, BC V1Y 2E5 V0E 1V0 T. 250.838.6699 T. 250.862.8100

Retail Salmon Arm $139,000 Manufacturing Shuswap $149,000

Viable Cabinet manufacturing business, This business is a stalwart of downtown providing manufacturing, sales and service in the Shuswap and surrounding communi- Salmon Arm & has been in operation for ap- ties for the last 26 years. They are currently proximately 30 years. The client base comes booking consultations and scheduling jobs into the 2014 year. This is a Asset sale which from as far away as Revelstoke to purchase includes equipment, in a 4000 sq/ft retail/ specialty magazines & cigars. Three Humi- office - shop/warehouse, which currently dors included. Please ask for “Not Included employs 3 full time employees. Seller will stay and transition a new owner in the List”. There is a profit at the end of the day. operational aspects of this thriving and growing business. Shirley Barker, Royal LePage Access Real Steven Lewis PREC, Royal LePage Access Estate Box 434, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N6 Real Estate Box 434, Salmon Arm, BC T. 250.832.9997 V1E 4N6 T. 250.832.9997 Business Sorrento $160,000 Bistro Salmon Arm $175,000

Turnkey Opportunity to purchase a Well established popular coffee thriving & profitable multi business on shop/bistro in downtown core Trans Canada Highway in the heart of specializing in delicious breakfast and lunch Sorrento. High traffic area. Asset sale and items. Price includes all equipment, décor inventory included in price. Lease to be and furnishings for this turnkey operation. assumed. Approx.4, 000 sq. ft. Bring your Currently holds liquor license with ideas! entertainment endorsement.

Pauline Wiens, Fair Realty (Sor) James Grieve, Homelife Salmon Arm 8-1257 Trans Canada Hwy, Sorrento, BC Realty 404-251 Trans Canada Hwy NW V1E 3B8 T. 250.675.5117 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 3B8 T. 250.832.7871 Lawn Care Salmon Arm $178,000 Multi-Business Tappen $215,000

Easy Feed Fertilizer has developed a solid Multi business opportunity with great reputation in Salmon Arm and financials. The building has a gas bar, surrounding areas and is well known for its convenience store, leased restaurant & lawn care services, noxious weed control, 3 bdrm living accommodations. Just west yard cleanups as well as power raking and of Salmon Arm on the Trans Canada Hwy. aerating for local residents, farms and Seller may vendor finance a portion and will commercial and government contracts. also consider trade in real estate as partial payment. Frank Rakow (Owner) Steven Lewis, PREC, Royal LePage Access E. [email protected] Real Estate Box 434 Salmon Arm, BC T. 250.832.6931 V1E 4N6 T. 250.832.9997

UPS Salmon Arm $239,000 Cafe Enderby $249,900

The UPS Store - Salmon Arm. Excellent Wonderful business opportunity located in opportunity to buy into a successful the heart of downtown Enderby. Building, multi-national franchise. Busy location on Trans Canada Hwy offers excellent exposure. business and a 2 bdrm, 1 bath living area Plaza provides a good tenant mix and ample upstairs. Currently operating as Mimi’s tea parking. Services include: printing services; room, and owner is willing to offer some copying; packaging and moving services; training if required. mailboxes; business services and courier depot service. Craig Broderick, RE/MAX Commercial Steve Campbell, Century 21 Executives Solutions 5603 - 27th Street Vernon, BC (Endby) 300 George St, Box 169 Enderby, V1T 8Z5 T. 250.503.3477 BC V0E 1V0 T. 250.838.6699 Diner Enderby $395,000 Auto Salmon Arm $475,000

Thriving diner now for sale : including Auto Repair business with a 25 year commercial building, business, house, established clientele base. Business consists double lot, shed, and landscaped yards. of tires, alignments, oil change, brakes, tune Lots of parking and great exposure on busy ups, steering & exhaust. Equipment George St. (Hwy 97-A ). This restaurant and signage included. Stock extra. enjoys super reputation for good food, Great location. good service and atmosphere!

Colin Fothergill, Century 21 Executives Doris Mills, Linda Rohlfs, RE/MAX Shuswap (Endby) 300 George St, Box 169 Enderby, Rlty 1111 Lakeshore Dr. SW, Salmon Arm, BC V0E 1V0 T. 250.838.6699 BC V1E 1E4 T. 250.832.7051 Investment Salmon Arm $549,000 Investment Sorrento $569,800

INVESTMENT PROPERTY! Downtown Exceptional lake view prime 1.60 Commercial BUILDING fully leased with commercial acres on the TCH downtown triple net tenants, NET CLEAR CAP RATE! Sorrento, B.C. Bussiness Plaza consists of Long term commercial tenant on main floor with 3 year lease plus 2 a restaurant, 3 Prof. offices, fitness centre, residential 3 bedrm units above. Full community hall, shop building,covered occupancy, $45K/Year Income. Located in outdoor market stalls & lrg parking lot. the heart of downtown, this is a prime location. New roof in 2005! All info to be Zoning allows for numerous general verified if deemed important. Thanks! industrial uses. Leases available upon non-disclosure. Robert McKibbon, Homelife Salmon Arm Pauline Wiens, Fair Realty (Sor) Realty 404-251 Trans Canada Hwy NW 8-1257 Trans Canada Hwy, Sorrento, BC Salmon Arm, BC V1E 3B8 T. 250.832.7871 V1E 3B8 T. 250.675.5117 Recreation Salmon Arm $689,000 Businesses Salmon Arm $725,000

Salmon Arm Go Cart and Mini Golf - unique The property is 7.29 acres and zoned A-2 turn key business opportunity including Rural Holding Zone. Located on the prop- erty there is a main residence one storey property. Huge $ 1,200 sq. ft. shop could structure referred to as the Dog/Cat kennel, also be used by mechanic. All go carts and training centre, detached garage, shed, equipment included. Great highway Quonset and dog pens. Owner operates 2 exposure, across from golf course, right businesses from the property: Canada West beside motel and close to Shuswap Lake Canine Centre and Birch Valley Kennels. There is an area for livestock and a creek beach! Priced below assessment. running through the property. Susanne Rahn, Royal LePage Access Real Estate James Brown, Royal LePage Kelowna Box 434 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N6 (Wstbk) 11 - 2475 Dobbin Rd West T. 250.832.9997 Kelowna, BC V4T 2E9 T. 250.768.2161 Restaurant Shuswap $789,900 Food Service Sicamous $798,000

This is a great opportunity if you’re looking Sicamous! “The Village” long established for a “going concern” opportunity. Current successful business. Great location corner of business hours open until 4:00 pm. The HWY 97A & Main Street and great exposure seller is willing to train and share 30 years to HWY 1! Also across the street from the worth of experience and coveted recipes high school. Sells take out pizza & chicken, hard & soft ice cream and DVD rentals. with new owners for 2 months if required. Opportunity for so much more. If you have The 840 sq. ft. of residential space could be ideas, this is a great venue. Very busy May converted back to office space without any to September. Current owners operate renovations being required. limited hours in the off-season. Eileen Loewen, Royal LePage Downtown Larry Berisoff, Jody Miller, Syber Realty Ltd. Realty 4007 - 32nd Street Vernon, BC 201-1449 St Paul St. Kelowna, BC V1Y 2E5 V1T 5P2 T. 250.545.5371 T. 250.862.8100 Wood Sales Malakwa $799,000 Service Salmon Arm $850,000

34 acre commercial property in Malakwa. Currently used as an Outdoor Wood Fur- Great 1-2 person business. Services consist nace business and year round residence. All of water hauling, garbage disposal, flat buildings well maintained: 40x60 shop/retail deck services, compactor services, firewood building with retail area, big shop with 16’8 services, demolition, storage/sea can ceiling and modern 840 sq. ft. apartment; 1,375 sq. ft. 2 bdrm modular home; 52x40 containers, tree services & firewood. 3-bay shop and RV storage; 60x33 Quonset Includes extensive line of equipment, building; 40x80 & 40x26 pole built imple- everything you will need to run this very ment storage buildings; as well as wood profitable turn-key business. Services the storage building, rustic cabin, garden sheds surrounding Shuswap area. and well house. Sale includes business, buildings and land. Room to expand. James Grieve, Homelife Salmon Arm Colin Blair, Homelife Salmon Arm Realty 404-251 Trans Canada Hwy NW Realty 404-251 Trans Canada Hwy NW Salmon Arm, BC V1E 3B8 T. 250.832.7871 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 3B8 T. 250.832.7871 Retail Enderby $950,000 Auto Salmon Arm $4,900,000

Enderby, Liquor Store Business with land Located on the Trans Canada Highway in and building. Syber Realty is pleased to offer Salmon Arm’s downtown core. The building this liquor business in the North . was constructed in 2008 to house a Honda The business consists of a liquor store , a Dealership. The 17,000 sq. ft .main floor of 185 - seat pub, a 50 - seat restaurant, 9 the building features spacious show room guest rooms and a 1 bedroom owners/ with floor to ceilings windows, 24 foot sus- managers suite. The current owners have pended ceiling, display centers, customer owned the business for many years and are reception and waiting area, service counter, now at retirement age, thus the decision offices and meeting rooms, warehouse/ to sell. The owner would consider first stock rooms, and a full service department. mortgage financing with a healthy down Tremendous highway exposure to both payment. directions of traffic. Larry Berisoff, Jody Miller, Syber Realty Ltd. James Grieve, Homelife Salmon Arm 201-1449 St Paul St. Kelowna, BC V1Y 2E5 Realty 404-251 Trans Canada Hwy NW T. 250.862.8100 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 3B8 T. 250.832.7871 Community Futures Welcome to BUY BC Businesses’ Business Buyer’s Guide for the Southern Interior region of BC. Our Goal is two fold; to present business buyers and investors with a diverse group of opportunities representing various price points and industries that are located throughout the region, and to introduce local professionals that provide expertise in many facets of business operations from research, buying, operating or even exiting a Community Futures organizations have been business. Business owners achieve greater success dedicated to promoting rural economic by aligning themselves with experts. Please development for 25 years. We offer financing, consider these professionals as you perform your training and advisory services for small businesses due diligence and as you create your team of and entrepreneurs in our communities. specialists. Community Futures Locations featured in this guide Whether you are a novice entrepreneur, seasoned business owner or wanting to own a Cariboo-Chilcotin T. 250.392.3626 small business during retirement, check out the E. [email protected] opportunities. Many businesses are waiting for www.cfdccariboo.com new owners to take them to the next level.

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Sears Lillooet $24,999 Barber Shop Hope $29,900

This is a growing and successful business Long established Barber Shop in Hope’s downtown core. Business located at same which is the pride of the community and location for over 20 years. Great thriving Sears. Revenues are based on the sale of business in low competition area. Low big ticket retail product, Sears catalogue $500.00/mth lease includes utilities & merchandise, home delivery/installation services except for phone. Equipment/ services & extended warranties. Sears will inventory list available upon request & support you with initial and ongoing financials available with signed confiden- training, provide point of sale systems, no tiality agreement. Great opportunity for those wishing to be their own boss lots of cost inventory, no freight or handling fees, potential here. and complete marketing support. Peter Sterczyk, RE/MAX Nanaimo Andrew Tepasse, David Radmore, RE/MAX Nyda Realty (Hope) P.O. Box 1930 287 #1-5140 Metral Dr. Nanaimo, BC V9T 2K8 Wallace St Hope, BC V0X 1L0 T. 250.751.1223 T. 604.869.2945 Floral Shop Lillooet $64,900 Restaurant $85,000

A well established flower shop is for sale in Business opportunity on Highway 1 in Lillooet after 35 years of successful Spence’s Bridge. Popular location of business. Members of FTD and Teleflora Rumors Restaurant for sale. Living quarters with a loyal customer base and full floral in rear. Also fronts on street below with services. Owner will assist with transition. separate access for small R.V. parking site. Beautiful scenery and a lifestyle opportunity you will love.

Bailey Stone, Sutton Grp West Coast Kelly Adamski, RE/MAX Golden Country Realty (LILL) 666 Main St. Lillooet, BC Real Estate Box 160, 401 Railway Ave V0K 1V0 T. 250.256.9085 Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0 T. 250.453.2225 Retail Clinton $225,000 Mobile Park Lillooet $269,000

Rented 2 bed home & 2 bed basement suite with 4 mobile home pads gross Great investment opportunity or be your $2000/month, plus typical $9000/year for own boss at this busy antique/flea market RV business. Upgraded grounds including U/G sprinklers, U/G wiring to RV sites and shop. Outlet for Greyhound and Sears. septic upgrades. Home upgrades including Many options, see LS for info package. wiring, heating (wood furnace) and flooring. New Zoning provides potential for more mobile sites.

Dawn Layden, RE/MAX Country Lakes Mark Rawson, RE/MAX Sea to Sky R.E. Realty 2 - 441 Alder AveBox 128 100 Mile Lillooet Box 580 (909 Main St. #101) House, BC V0K 2E0 T. 250.395.3422 Lillooet, BC V0K 1V0 T. 250.256.7166 Restaurant Ashcroft $289,000 Cafe Lillooet $299,900

Turnkey, ready to go, very successful Profitable, turn key cafe successfully serving homemade soups, sandwiches, desserts & restaurant in downtown Ashcroft. Land, specialty drinks. Property features live-in buildings and fully equipped restaurant, suite, restaurant & patio, 2nd commercial living residence on the top floor. Great rare rental space, undeveloped neighboring opportunity. This is definitely a must see. commercial lot & ideal Main Street location next to museum. Cafe business features growing annual income, custom fixtures & all new equipment in 2006.

Kelly Adamski, RE/MAX Golden Country Bailey Stone, Sutton Grp West Coast Real Estate Box 160, 401 Railway Ave Realty (LILL) 666 Main St. Lillooet, BC Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0 T. 250.453.2225 V0K 1V0 T .250.256.9085 Retail Hope $329,000 Retail Ashcroft $339,000

3720 sq.ft. retail building on 5400 sq.ft. downtown commercial lot, with long “Ashcroft Workwear” 2500 sq. ft. established antique/collectible business building and land, with a thriving recently moved on site. Property enjoys business that has many revenue streams, high visibility, prime downtown location, men’s work wear and casual clothing, New store front parking & lane access on side & back with additional parking. Building Balance running shoes, Sears, RugDoctor, features central A/C, lots of storage area, vacuum supplies, Crocs and Daffo industrial washrooms, office area and ground level boots. Located downtown Ashcroft, with C1 receiving bay. Fantastic opportunity at a bargain price. zoning. Andrew Tepasse, RE/MAX Nyda Realty Hedda Hall, Royal LePage Ashcroft Realty (Hope) P.O. Box 1930 287 Wallace St Hope, BC V0X 1L0 Box 519 Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0 T. 604.869.2945 TF. 1.888.900.9880 Restaurant Hope $348,000 Inn Spences Bridge $349,000

Well established major Sushi Restaurant The Inn at Spences Bridge is a unique op- in Hope. Suitable for BC PNP immigration portunity to own your own country inn. program. Current business owner retires Overlooking the majestic , after 10 yrs of successful business with 10 to mountains, and valley of Spences Bridge. 15 staff (winter & summer time). The Seller All furnishings including the commercial purchased the building after 4 yrs of current kitchen equipment are included. The Inn business. Cheap rent & stable business. includes twelve guest rooms, restaurant and Seller would train the Buyer for success a store. Interested parties should contact recipe. Don’t miss this rare opportunity!!! the owner directly to arrange a viewing. Tim Seo, Sutton Group - 1st West Realty #118 - 3030 Lincoln Ave Coquitlam, BC Ray Nigalis (Owner) V3B 6B4 T. 604.942.7211 T. 250.458.2311 or TF. 1.877.354.1977 Service/Retail Ashcroft $359,000 Pub Clinton $380,000

Full service fabricating, repair and retail This well positioned highway front business sales business. Large welding and was operated as a pub, restaurant and fabricating area + welding service truck. liquor store sales business. Included in the Two large lots, prime retail location, 3600 sale is the land, building and business sq.ft. shop & retail store + large storage including all equipment. There are 2 quonset. This is a turnkey business, shows separate liquor licenses also included in long term profitability, Price includes land, the package. The owner will only sell as a building, equipment and good will. complete package. Training provided. Kelly Adamski, RE/MAX Golden Country Gary Ireland, RE/MAX Real Estate Real Estate Box 160, 401 Railway Ave 258 Seymour St. Kamloops, BC V2C 2E5 Ashcroft, BC V0K 1A0 T. 250.453.2225 TF. 1.877.374.3331 Restaurant Lillooet $399,500 Bakery Lillooet $428,000

Absolute turnkey business and home! Zoned C-1 business with property. The Extensive repairs, upgrades, and Lillooet Bakery for sale! The home is a 2 equipment replacements within this past bedroom, 2 bath, spacious with a sauna. year. Currently the 63 seat/8 booth The owners have retired and the business is restaurant offers a breakfast and lunch presently closed. Great investment with lots menu. Country decor serving homemade of potential. meals on site and pre-packaged and frozen bread and dinners for takeout. Established clientele and 1 yr. financials available. Bailey Stone, Sutton Grp West Coast Realty Shannon L Kewley, RE/MAX Crest Realty (LILL) 666 Main St. Lillooet, BC V0K 1V0 101 - 2609 Westview Dr. , T. 250.256.9085 BC V7N 4M2 T. 604.988.8000 Guest Ranch Lillooet $449,000 Motel Cache Creek $475,000

Delightful, character guest ranch set in idyllic mountain setting near Tyaughton Clean 18 room motel. Located next to the Lake, Gold Bridge, only 2.5 hours from Bonaparte River in Cache Creek on the Whistler. A-frame home is comfortable with Trans-Canada Highway. Motel has: 4 3 beds and 1 bath. Good well water. Four kitchenettes, 14 sleeping rooms. Ample furnished guest cabins with power, heating parking close to restaurant. Motel has a and cooking facilities, plus wash house and diverse clientele, travelers heading to fifth cabin partially completed. Alaska, seniors, movie crews and visitors Various outbuildings. coming to enjoy the environment. Mark Rawson, RE/MAX Sea to Sky R.E. Lillooet Jerry Dombowsky, Premier Canadian Box 580 (909 Main St. #101) Lillooet, BC V0K 1V0 Properties 102-1180 Sunset Drive, Kelowna, BC T. 250.256.7166 V1Y 9W6 T. 250.717.1886 Auto Logan Lake $499,000 B & B Hope $599,900

Profitable, established business for sale in “Award Winning” B&B features beautiful the mining community of Logan Lake. The check in lobby, private guest entrances, 3 full package includes the business, equip- deluxe suites with ensuite baths, fireplaces, and private balconies with mtn views. ment, land and building. A 4000 sq ft build- Guest dining room/common area, B&B ing with partial mezzanine situated on .89 kitchen and own laundry and spa room. acre of flat land in a central location. Many Incredible architectural interest highlights updates to the building and equipment. (List the private owners residence with soaring to be provided upon request). 4 hoists, 2 16’ cathedral ceilings. Lots of windows for tire machines, 1 balancer, scan tools, engine natural lighting, stone fireplace, and custom analyzer and much more. Numerous vehicle slate/maple staircase. Spa inspired master and maintenance contracts in place along bed and bath w/2nd laundry. Opportunity with HVC overflow. Inventory not included, to benefit from 17 years of goodwill in a but available to purchase. successful business. Bobby IIO, PREC, RE/MAX Real Estate Carolyn Wells, Landmark Realty (Kamloops) 258 Seymour St. Kamloops, BC Ltd. 100 - 7134 Vedder Rd Chilliwack, BC V2C 2E5 T. 250.374.3331 V2R 4N2 T. 604.858.1800 Motel Clinton $679,000 Gas/Grocery Hope $690,000

Race Trac gas station with convenience 17 unit motel with nice 2 bedrooms with store at Yale. Just beside HIghway #1 at bonus room living area. Very well kept. 50 km zone. Excellent exposure with easy Bathrooms redone, new TVs. Very good access. Property with 19,253 sq.ft. lot, 3,414 reputation and income! Workshop area and subject space (convenience store) & mobile laundry attached to the living area, current home with renovation by current owner. owners manage the business, they do not Fiberglass tanks, 5 years old pumps. Stage clean rooms, etc. Excellent curb appeal! I & II, problem free with concrete block building. L a r r y B e r i s o ff, S y b e r R e a l t y L t d . Honggi Baek, Sutton Group - 1st West Realty 201-1449 St. Paul St, Kelowna, BC V1Y 2E5 #118 - 3030 Lincoln Avenue Coquitlam, BC T. 250.862.8100 V3B 6B4 T. 604.942.7211 Planning on Selling your Business? Prepared businesses sell best. That’s what we do. Help you prepare and market your business. Find out how we can help you.

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Diner Hope $790,000 Towing Hope & Area $899,000

Custom built retail/commercial property. This is an opportunity to purchase one of Natural post & beam structure. Built from the Okanagans best towing companies Manning Park pine beatle timber. Currently with revenues consistently exceeding operating as the Owl Street Cafe, offering gourmet breakfast & lunches. The $1,400,000 and a normalized net income Owl Street is fully licensed serving a variety of over $250,000. In operation for the past of wines, spirits & beer with ice cold beer 25+ years, this business has an extensive on tap. There is a full, self contained luxury list of equipment and vehicles. Furthermore suite above. A small coin operated laundry it holds working agreements and contracts mat is located at the rear of the building, with ICBC and BCAA. There is ample room consisting of 8 washers & dryers, approx. for expansion possibilities. Land, building 400 sq. ft, rented to a local tenant on a and yard is available for purchase at an month to month basis. additional price. Ray Yenkana - PREC, RE/MAX Little Oak Eugen L Klein, Raman Bayanzadeh, Royal LePage Realty 9, 2630 Bourquin W. Abbotsford, BC City Centre, #204 - 345 Robson Street V2S 5N7 T. 604.859.2341 Vancouver, BC V6B 6B3 T. 604.408.9311

Restaurant Hope $899,000 Restaurant Hope $1,200,000

Huge potential in this well known family run business. Restaurant has consistently Ideal for owner/. Very nice building provided great food in the with 18 rooms, pub/lounge, Liquor store, since 1970 & run by the present owners leased restaurant, lots of parking, central since 1993. Close to 3 acres in size this location in interior. Great climate. under utilized property has restaurant building, a triplex & separate owners residence. Services for 3 extra sites in place. Dave Dewar, HomeLife Glenayre Rlty.Co.Ltd. Rob Pellegrino - P.R.E.C. RE/MAX Nyda Realty 360 - 3033 Immel St. Abbotsford, BC V2S 6S2 (Hope) P.O. Box 1930 287 Wallace St Hope, BC T. 604.859.3141 V0X 1L0 T. 604.869.9408 Hotel/Liquor Hope $1,280,000 Gas/Store Hope $1,350,000

Excellent family business with 4bdrm living Well established 15 room (12 have private quarters on upper floor of the grocery store, bath) Hotel with 4 RV spaces, 102 seat pub, generating about 1mil annual revenue by 80 seat “B” lic. restaurant seat D/L & Liquor grocery only. Good status of the gas station with recently upgraded facilities. Stable Store. Owner suite has 3 bedrooms. Located and profitable business for 14yrs by same on the busy Trans Canada Hwy. The ONLY owner. Spacious backyard. Great location pub in town. A real gold mine 2 1/2 hours with local and travelling clients. Esso with from Vancouver. Owner wishes to retire. grocery showing fair and stable income. Try your offer! Hans Jeschek, Dagmar Lucak, Royal Lepage Hope Tim Seo, Sutton Group - 1st West Realty 348 Wallace St. PO Box 1067 Hope, BC V0X 1L0 #118 - 3030 Lincoln Ave Coquitlam, BC T. 604.869.2165 V3B 6B4 T. 604.942.7211 Liquor Store Hope $1,650,000 Motel Lillooet $1,780,000

Business Only - Hope Liquor Store in high exposure strip mall just off Old Hope Great business opportunity at vibrant Princeton Way, adjacent to major grocery community with logging, railway, ranching, store & Chevron Station. 3200 sq.ft. building farming, and government services. 36 room is only 10 yrs old and features large 1400 sq. and stable and sound revenue. A lot of ft. retail area, 800 sq.ft. of cooker space and corporate clients. Ample parking with space plenty of parking to draw in rec. vehicles to build additional 30-50 rooms. Owner etc. All inclusive lease of $5,500./mo. Does pursuing bigger business. not include inventory or equipment. Andrew Tepasse, David Radmore, RE/MAX Nyda Tim Seo, Sutton Group - 1st West Realty Realty (Hope) P.O. Box 1930 287 Wallace Str #118 - 3030 Lincoln Ave Coquitlam, BC Hope, BC V0X 1L0 T. 604.869.9408 V3B 6B4 T. 604.942.7211 Gas Clinton $1,890,000 Recreation Lillooet $2, 900,000

4 season/year round wilderness tourism Shell Gas station with grocery store. No business. Wilderness ranch and chalets competition. Good location on Hwy 97. and 25 mountain accommodation sites dispersed over 600 sq km operating area. Sales revenue of grocery and gas station Private ranch land. Ideal for wilderness tour- are $1.2 M Plus Lotto and $1.3 M respec- ism, sunny skies, low rainfall, no bugs, mild tively. Good margin. Net income is about temperatures, high bio-diversity. Year round $400,000. 5 year old gas station. employment. All operational, licensing and marketing systems in place. David Cho, Sutton Centre Realty Rodger Peterson, McBride Realty Center 3010 Boundary Rd. Burnaby, BC V5M 4A1 Ltd 277 Main St, P.O. Box 729 McBride, BC T. 604.435.9477 V0J 2E0 T. 250.569.2735 Need Business Financing? We can help!

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Restaurant Kamloops $19,900 Hair Salon Kamloops $24,900

Great small business opportunity. Successful track record for this business that has been New price, great opportunity to be an in existence for almost 25 years. vendor active business owner. Thriving hair salon retiring, willing to train. Price includes in a busy location close to BCAA office. 8 equipment and business. Turnkey operation, chairs/stations. Turnkey operation with long one of only a couple restaurants in the food court of the Northhills Mall. Wholesome term clientele. and healthy breakfast, lunch and snacks located next to the North Shore YM-YWCA. Good potential for the right buyer. Theresa Takacs, Royal LePage Westwin Rlty. Peter Doyle, C21 Desert Hills Rlty. (‘10) LTD 800 Seymour St. Kamloops, BC V2C 2H5 867 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2B7 TF. 1.866.374.1461 TF. 1.866.531.3363

Restaurant Kamloops $29,000 Corner Store Kamloops $34,999

Arianna’s is a Restaurant and Cafe now in its third year of business specializing in Great business opportunity, cash flowing, Italian food, prepared from scratch accord- busy corner store with growing sales, close ing to original Italian recipes. Fresh coffee and great food in the trendy and friendly to Valley View High School, Pub, environment. Free Wi-Fi is available to all Subway & Falcon Bowling Lanes. The Falcon customers. Cafe Arianna is managed by Market is located in a high traffic location its owners that offer a large repertoire of with highway exposure. Purchase price Italian recipes and a nice selection of coffee beverages. This is sale of business and as- includes assets & inventory. sets; owners will be willing to train buyer. Ross Spina, Frank Rossi, RE/MAX Real Estate Indy Bal, Jana Bradford, Royal LePage Westwin 258 Seymour St. Kamloops, BC V2C 2E5 Rlty. 800 Seymour St. Kamloops, BC V2C 2H5 T. 250.374.3331 TF. 1.866.374.1461 PLAN for a sale in a buyer’s market PREPARE your business for the next entrepreneur REINFORCE your finances for the future

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Salon Kamloops $43,000 Rug Cleaning Kamloops $75,000

Well established seniors newspaper publica- Highly profitable, well established carpet/ tion with excellent track record. Monthly rug cleaning company. Includes industry paper targeted for 45+ readers. 18 years in related equipment, stock and a work van Kamloops and over 35,000 copies inserted valued at over $25,000. Price includes each month in Kamloops Daily News. Dis- tributed throughout the region and includes complete list of over 1,500 clients. Seller is local and regional stories about seniors willing to assist with training and customer activities and affairs. Owners will help. intros.

Paul Toporowski, PREC David Helgason, PREC,RE/MAX Real Estate RE/MAX Real Estate 258 Seymour St. (Kamloops) 258 Seymour St. Kamloops, BC Kamloops, BC V2C 2E5 TF. 1.877.374.3331 V2C 2E5 TF. 1.877.374.3331

Misc. Service Kamloops $79,900 Retail Kamloops $85,000

Elite creative custom framing shop with high Established detail shop specializing in big technical expertise. Located in Columbia rigs and aluminum sanding and polishing Square. Offers painting framing, needlework with a steady clientele. Detailing big rigs, framing, matte, decoration, photo retouch cars, boats and R.V.’s. Additional rental plus packaging, delivery and installation. income within the building and a fenced, Gift ware of fused glass, pottery, paintings secured yard. and jewelry. Great opportunity to enter business at the top. 1096 sqft premises.

Paul Toporowski, PREC Doug D. Scott, Royal LePage Westwin Rlty. 800 RE/MAX Real Estate 258 Seymour St. Seymour St. Kamloops, BC V2C 2H5 Kamloops, BC V2C 2E5 TF. 1.877.374.3331 TF. 1.866.374.1461 Restaurant Kamloops $95,000 Sports Bar Kamloops $99,000

Established full service restaurant for sale. Fully licensed and located in the heart of Well established Sports Bar with 24 large Kamloops. Menu items include pizza, steak HD flat screen TV’s and 2 matrix switchers. and past. This profitable business has been Liquor license for 128 seats, food license for established for many years and has a strong 150 and 22 seats outside. Allows for family customer base. Price includes company name and leasehold improvements. Please dining at entrance. Numerous upgrades do not disturb staff or employees. Call LS to the bar including new fire suppression for all enquiries. Could this be your new system in kitchen. venture? Tom Ikonomou, Best-West Realty Ltd. Paul Toporowski, PREC 70-700 Tranquille Rd. Kamloops, BC V2B 8R3 RE/MAX Real Estate 258 Seymour St. T. 250.554.4511 Kamloops, BC V2C 2E5 TF. 1.877.374.3331 Restaurant Kamloops $125,000 Retail Kamloops $150,000

The Stock Pot Cafe brings with it 10+ years of loyal customer base, established menu Busy formal clothing store has a large and multiple revenue streams. Restaurant is inventory of many different brands. 2500 anchored with its daily homemade soups, sq.ft. of prime retail location in the heart of offering breakfast and lunch cafe style shopping on a busy corner. Lots of window menu. Customer loyalty program is in place, combined with consistent brand messaging display on 2 sides, nice and bright. Large with local radio for over 8 years. Makes the fitting rooms and mirrored staging area. Stock Pot a true community pillar in the Sewing room in the back. food service industry. Shaun Carson, Royal LePage Westwin Rlty. Kirsten Mason, Trudy Dagere, C21 Desert HIlls 800 Seymour St. Kamloops, BC V2C 2H5 Rlty. (‘10) LTD 867 Victoria St. Kamloops, BC TF. 1.866.374.1461 V2C 2B7 TF. 1.866.531.3363 Restaurant Kamloops $195,000 PCT Kamloops $250,000

Turnkey pizza operation! Great food! With One of B.C.’s few accredited private post this purchase you will instantly be making money! Perfectly located in the very busy secondary institutions. Balance between Petro Canada truck stop. Excellent op- in class and onsite and corporate training. portunity to walk into already established business. Some of the equipment includes, Close to major University and huge 2 freezers, 4 fridges, coffee maker, 2 pizza potential to work with international ovens, soup heater, deli slicer, toaster, big double sinks, dishwasher, stove, dough students. Opportunity to expand programs maker, 2 prep tables and cash register! and move to online service model as well. Seller willing to help with training! Second location, Red Crow Pizza in Lac La Hache has Great cashflow and systems and manuals in been operating successfully for many years! place make this a turnkey opportunity. Connor Shelton, C21 Desert HIlls Rlty. (‘10) LTD Corey Sigvaldason, Strategic Partners 867 Victoria St. Kamloops, BC Consulting Ltd. E. [email protected] V2C 2B7 TF. 1.866.531.3363 T. 250.257.5130 Service Chase $269,000 Auto Kamloops $269,000

High volume gas & convenience store. Business and equipment, land and building Located at Indian Band can also be purchased, contact LB. Fully Reserve, BC. Close to Shuswap Lakes. This modern auto service centre for sale due to is an outstanding business opportunity. A owner’s retirement. Business is in its 16th great family business, financial package successful year of operation. Fully equipped to service gas, propane and diesel clientele. available to serious inquiries only. Lease is Mechanical services offered to classic car $2175 (1500 sq ft) until October 1, 2014. In- owners, high performance vehicles, fleets ventory is negotiable. Call for more details. and mom & pop auto owners, Listing price Quick possession possible. includes building, land and business. Sarah Lee-Weins, Royal LePage Westin Rlty Mona M. Murray, MCM Real Estate 800 Seymour St. Kamloops, BC V2C 2H5 315-546 St. Paul St. Kamloops, BC V2C 5T1 TF. 1.866.374.1461 T. 250.372.2277 Restaurant Kamloops $395,000 Motel - Clearwater $519,000

Watauga Motel located on the channel of the North with 3.26 acres of C 1 zoned property. The motel is nested against a treed and lush green space. The Japanese restaurant in Kamloops. High business includes an 8 unit motel, 6 guest volume of sales. Good location. Call LS for cabins and main office building which con- more information. tains manager’s living quarters and laundry. Rooms have been upgraded recently and contain fridge/stove/sink kitchenettes in all the units. There is room for expansion to make this business your own. David D Kim, Sutton Grp-West Coast Realty Larissa Hadley, Century 21 Rison Realty 102 - 403 North Rd Coquitlam, BC V3K 3V9 32E Old N Thompson Hwy. Clearwater, BC T. 604.415.9800 V0E 1N2 T. 250.674.3999 Multi-Bus Clearwater $675,000 Ranch Clearwater $690,000

Trophy Mountain Buffalo Ranch is offering Land, buildings & business that is priced to the chance of a Lifetime! Turnkey operation, move. Gas Station, bottle depot, car wash. includes...58+ total acres (20 acres zoned Right in town centre, and on the HWY! Commercial). A rustic, but significantly Plenty of room for all your needs, property updated 2400 s/f, 9 bedroom, 8 bathroom is just under an Acre (.77). Building boasts lodge. Fully licensed restaurant that seats 34 people inside, and 52 on the patio. The 600 sq.ft. store, office space, and bottle campground boasts 12 RV sites, 6 tent sites, depot. Outbuildings include, 1280 sq. ft. 2 group camping areas, two 8 man bunk- car wash building with both U-DO bay, and houses. The ranch is fully fenced x fenced, touchless laser wash both with 14’ door and home to 15 horses(with tack), and height. Gas station has 5 pumps, including anywhere from 16-20 Bison. This property diesel, as well as propane. has many moving parts. A must see! Call now! Ole Kjenstad, River City Realty Ltd. Ole Kjenstad, River City Realty Ltd. 703 St. Paul Street Kamloops, BC V2C 2K3 703 St. Paul Street Kamloops, BC V2C 2K3 T. 250.374.1762 T. 250.374.1762 Pub Kamloops $799,000 Retail Kamloops $899,000

This high drive by traffic location is the Thriving pub and business approximately home of Hasty Market, a gas station, 23,000 sqft. Including pub, bowling alley, C-Store/Baker/Deli business, which has & pool room, licensed in all 3 areas. Great been in business since 1986. The gross opportunity! Call LB for more info. income is $290,000 with a net profit of $113,000. This business/property is a great business for someone and a great investment. Peter Doyle, Leanne Doyle-Hicks, C21 Desert Michael Marckwort, NAI Commercial (Van) HIlls Rlty. (‘10) LTD 867 Victoria St. Kamloops, BC 100 - 535 Thurlow Street Vancouver, BC V6E 3L2 V2C 2B7 TF. 1.866.531.3363 T. 604.683.7535 Restaurant Kamloops $950,000 Motel Barriere $1,250,000

25 room motel on 1.8 acres in beautiful Frick and Frack Restaurant/Bar has been Barriere, BC. Highway frontage with many operating since 1996 and is a very profitable updates to flooring, paint, roof and pool. business located in the heart of downtown Wireless internet, A/C, movie and sports - Victoria Street. Turn key operation with channels, guest laundromats. Close to res- taurants, golf and 50 mins to Sun Peaks Re- 170 seats inside with 36 seats on the patio sort. Spacious, 2 bedroom, manager’s suite and a food primary liquor license The busi- has big soaker tub. Motel has 6 kitchenettes ness also offers catering services. Please and includes 1 single wide mobile home which is currently rented. Proven track call listing broker for further info; qualified record with repeat customers and revenues buyers only. support 2 families. Share sale. Ross Spina, Frank Rossi, PREC, RE/MAX Real Paul Toporowski, PREC Estate (Kamloops) 258 Seymour St. Kamloops, BC RE/MAX Real Estate 258 Seymour St. V2C 2E5 TF. 1.877.374.3331 Kamloops, BC V2C 2E5 TF. 1.877.374.3331 Storage Barriere $1,500,000 Woodlot Barriere $1,598,700

159.24 private acres w/approx 4000 cubic Ace Self Storage is an established, metres of wood w/a portable sawmill. Attached 1200 acre wood lot w/4000 cubic profitable, turnkey operation on 2.6 acres. metres on crown land w/lease in place. Business has 240 storage units, 100 Custom built hand picked log home with craftsmanship throughout. Stained & etched parking stalls and potential for more. Also glass, designed doors, 3 car garage w/ has outdoor storage for cars, boats, & RV’s. covered carport, 15ft bays and 12 ft doors. Workshop, heritage log cabin, covered It is fenced, has card access gate, security porches, balcony, natural spring water, A/G cameras, and onsite manager. pool, U/G sprinklers, outbuildings, green house, orchard, fruit and vegetable gardens, great hunting in season. Ronald Beaudry, Coldwell Banker Horizon Realty Rich Weins, Fair Realty 14 - 1470 Harvey Ave Kelowna, BC V1Y 9K8 8-1257 Trans Canada Highway PO Box 280 T. 250.860.7500 Sorrento, BC V0E 2W0 T. 250.675.5117 Economic Development Officers Economic Development Professionals look forward to providing information to you about their region. An Economic Development Officer works for a local municipality, Regional District, or First Nation, actively liaising with investors, local businesses and government to help spur economic activity.

Sun Country Cariboo-Chilcotin Clinton & District Economic Development Society City of Williams Lake Robin Fennell Alan Madrigga T. 250.459.2284 T. 250.392.1764 E. [email protected] E. [email protected]

District of Hope 100 Mile House Tammy Shields Joanne Doddridge T. 604.860.0930 T. 250.395.2434 E. [email protected] E. [email protected]

District of Lillooet Central Coast Regional District, Bella Coola T. 250.256.4289 Darla Blake T. 250.799.5291 District of Logan Lake E. [email protected] Derek de Candole T. 250.523.6225 E. [email protected] Nicola Valley City of Merritt Jerry Sucharyna Thompson Country T. 250.378.8619 District of Barriere E. [email protected] Bill Humphreys T. 250.672.9751 E. [email protected] Shuswap Columbia Shuswap Regional District District of Clearwater Robyn Cyr Leslie Groulx T. 250.833.5928 T. 250.674.2257 E. [email protected] E. [email protected] Salmon Arm Economic Development Society Venture Kamloops Lana Fitt Jim Anderson T. 250.833.0608 T. 250.828.6818 E. [email protected] E. [email protected] Chambers of Commerce Check out a local Chamber of Commerce for more information regarding business in your area of interest. The Chamber of Commerce provides advice and counseling on specific business concerns and can also direct and connect you with entrepreneurs, potential partners, and value-added businesses. The Chamber is an association of businesses whose mission is to protect and promote business interests.

Sun Country Cariboo-Chilcotin Hope & District Chamber of Commerce Williams Lake & District Chamber of Commerce T. 604.869.3111 TF. 1.877.967.5253 E. [email protected] E. [email protected]

Lytton & District Chamber of Commerce Likely & District Chamber of Commerce T. 250.455.2523 T. 250.790.2398 E. [email protected] South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce Lillooet & District Chamber of Commerce T. 250.395.6124 T. 250.256.3578 E. [email protected] Nicola Valley Cache Creek Chamber of Commerce Merritt Chamber of Commerce T. 250.457.9566 T. 250.378.5634 E. [email protected]

Ashcroft Chamber of Commerce Thompson Country T. 250.453.9864 Kamloops Chamber of Commerce E. [email protected] T. 250.372.7722

Logan Lake Chamber of Commerce Clearwater & District Chamber of Commerce T. 250.523.6504 T. 250.674.2646

Chase & District Chamber of Commerce Shuswap T. 250.679.8432 Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce T. 250.832.6247 Barriere & District Chamber of Commerce E. [email protected] T. 250.672.9221 E. [email protected] Sicamous & District Chamber of Commerce T. 250.836.0002

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