Smithers outdoor gear retailer wins provincial award
Smithers’ Local Supply Co. has received a 2026 BC Chamber of Commerce Small Business Excellence Award.
(Local Supply Co./Facebook)
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Local Supply Co., a Smithers outdoor gear retailer, has received a 2026 Small Business Excellence Award from the BC Chamber of Commerce.
“The [Smithers] Chamber nominated the Smithers-based outdoor retailer for its business leadership, innovation, employee culture and longstanding investment in the Bulkley Valley,” the Smithers District Chamber of Commerce said in a press release congratulating Local Supply Co.
Established in 2014, Local supplies a wide range
Established in 2014, Local supplies a wide range of outdoor apparel and footwear for men, women and children, as well as, the latest in camping and hiking gear.
“The team has continued to adapt through changing retail conditions by introducing new products and brands and expanding its rental and demo programs while preserving the personal service customers value,” said the Smithers Chamber.
It also noted the business has received more nominations for the Smithers Business Excellence Awards over the last five years than any other business in town.
That kind of recognition cannot be manufactured,
“That kind of recognition cannot be manufactured,” the Chamber said. “It is earned through years of dependable and outstanding service, investment in people and place, and genuine passion and community involvement. We are elated to see a business so deeply rooted in Smithers receive the provincial spotlight it deserves.”
In addition to supplying outdoor gear, Local Supply Co. supports local events, outdoor recreation initiatives, educational programs and fellow businesses throughout the region.
The company has received an engraved award and the BC Chamber will promote Local through its communications and feature the business on its website for one year.
To celebrate the award, the Smithers Chamber
To celebrate the award, the Smithers Chamber is honouring the company today (Nov. 3) with a community celebration at the store, 3852 First Avenue, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
The public is invited to stop by, share a toast and congratulate Local Supply Co.
