Category Archives: Featured Businesses

Code Ninjas is Coming to Willoughby

We are pleased to announce that Code Ninjas will be opening at  Willoughby Town Centre on July 4.

We talked to the owners and asked them to share more about what Code Ninjas offer, why they decided to open in Langley, and a little about the owners and their backgrounds.

What does Code Ninjas offer?

Code Ninjas is a coding school with programs designed to teach children how to code! We recognize that kids have a natural affinity for technology, so we’ve created a fun, safe environment where kids learn to code by creating the video games they love to play. At Code Ninjas, students improve their critical thinking, resourcefulness, and logic through programming in JavaScript, Lua, and C#, which are currently lacking in our local schools’ core curriculum.

Why are you excited to be opening Code Ninjas in Langley?

We are extremely excited to be opening Code Ninjas in Langley! We understand that Langley has had a storied past and has played a historic role in the early development of the lower mainland. We have a passion for education and understand that we are now in the “Information Age” – with such demand for education related to STEM, we want to teach something that is currently not widely offered. Put simply, all the apps and technology behind cell phones and computers were made by someone with prior software education. Tesla is not a car manufacturer, but rather a tech company that makes cars. Our goal is to educate the young minds that will shape the future landscape of the tech industry.

Why did you choose Willoughby Town Centre as a location?

We chose Willoughby Town Centre as a location because it’s becoming an increasingly lively community with shops, restaurants, and services opening up in the area. Willoughby’s easy access to Highway 1, Fraser Highway, Golden Ears Way, and even the Surrey-Langley skytrain being built make the location easily accessible! The Willoughby community is wonderful, and we’re extremely excited to connect with the new businesses opening up, families moving in, and schools around the Willoughby area.

Meet the Team at Code Ninjas

Hamid Moghaddam – Currently own Code Ninjas location in North Vancouver, Hamid holds a Master of Science in Telecommunication from England, as well as a bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering. He is a veteran of many years in the service industry with a wide scope of experience from front-line worker to management, marketing, financial planning including remedial business plans for businesses in difficulty. Hamid’s varied experience, knowledge and commitment to every endeavor place him as a target for businesses who want to improve their bottom line in a timely and efficient manner. His confidence in his knowledge and experience plus his track record support the stand that all types of business’, including Code Ninjas are well within his scope to build success.

Brandon Bright – Currently studies Artificial Intelligence at Simon Fraser University, worked as the Head Sensei at the North Vancouver location. He has always had a passion for teaching kids and learning how to program.

Suhayl Patel (Su)  – Suhayl is currently a student at the University of British Columbia working towards his dual degree in Computer Science and Physics. Having an interest in both Computer Science and teaching have inspired him to take part in the Code Ninjas Langley location. He is looking forward to meeting all the Langley parents and students in the centre!

Learn more at https://www.codeninjas.com/langley-bc-ca and save on early enrollment.

Oxygen Yoga Re-Opening

Oxygen Yoga Willoughby’ schedule is LIVE and they are so excited to announce you can register for your classes now .. either in studio classes OR from the comfort of your OWN home!

The schedule will continue to open one week in advance❗️

Oxygen Yoga Langley

In studio classes • Reduced Far Infrared Heat & Incredible New Classes 🎉

O2ATHOME Zoom Classes • High Intensity Fitness & Yoga Classes‼️

Even though some things will be a little different, their incredible team is here to support you mentally & physically as you lean into us during uncertain times.

Questions. Comments. We want to heat from you❕The one thing we know is certain, as a commUNITY we will get through this together 🤍

New Members • Purchase your $19 one week trial today

Activate your in studio membership, purchase a new membership or register for our O2ATHOME Langley classes❗️Receive your updated Zoom ID & Password before January 11th and make sure you have the updated version of app #oxygenyogalangley

Contact Oxygen Yoga Willoughby for more details.

Infinite Serenity Holistic Spa – Bringing the 12 Days of Christmas to You

Infinite Serenity Holistic Spa has a variety of events happening for the rest of November, and continue to offer curbside pick-up and local delivery.  You can check out the upcoming events by visiting their Events page on Facebook.

One event we would like to highlight is their 12 Days of Christmas event running November 19 – 30.  This will take place online and feature one of their amazing local vendors. Great way to get your Christmas shopping done by supporting local!!

Watch their Facebook page for details.

Infinite Serenity 12Days Christmas

Also, please check out the services and online classes available!

The Mad Italian Pizza Company Reopens

We are pleased to announce that The Mad Italian Pizza Company has reopened with new owners and management!

The new owners and management at The Mad Italian Pizza Company are thrilled to share their new menu and branding with the community. They started by creating and sourcing the most authentic and delicious natural dough available which produces a crust so delicious and genuine you’ll have to remind yourself you’re in Willoughby. They continue by sourcing the best ingredients available, including Fior de Latte Mozzarella, Romano, and Parmigiano-Reggiano direct from Italy, to grilled chicken, pepperoni, and hams raised right here in the Fraser Valley.

Jonathan and Lauren, have also added 10 select and curated pizzas while retaining the classic “Build Your Own” option as a homage to The Mad Italian Pizza Company’s roots.

An essential part of their re-branding includes local craft beer options from three great Langley breweries in Trading Post, Camp Beer Co, and Farm Country and well as select wines from Chaberton Estate Winery, also in Langley, B.C.

In the coming months they’ll be carefully and modestly expanding their menu, while also launching mobile & telephone ordering, delivery, daily specials, social media giveaways, and more!

About the owners:

Jonathan and Lauren were both born and raised in Langley, British Columbia and have lived in the great community of Willoughby for the last six years. They’ve been blessed with two children since moving to Willoughby.

They purchased the Mad Italian Pizza Company because more than anything, they love pizza and with their young family they have thoroughly enjoyed visiting local craft breweries and wineries. Living so close by and making nearly a trip a day into the Willoughby Town Centre made them well aware of the potential and fun they could have right in the heart of the growing community they love. The pandemic in some strange way gave them the opportunity to purchase the restaurant and make it their own. It’s this opportunity that they’re so excited to share with their friends and neighbours.

Watch for details on the Grand Opening Week, happening October 4 – 10, that Jonathan, Lauren and the team at The Mad Italian have in store for you!!

Visit their Instagram account or Facebook Page for details.

 

 

Yorkson Creek Veterinary Clinic – Service with Social Distance

Yorkson Creek Veterinary Clinic  has remained open during this pandemic, as it was deemed an essential service.

In order to keep their both their human and pet clients and staff safe, Yorkson Creek Veterinary Clinic, has refrained from allowing the public into the hospital. During this time, the clinic has been taking client histories and providing physical exam findings and care plans over the phone.

Thankfully there has been no transmission between dogs and cats and people of COVID. Our feline and canine companions are not a risk to us. Doctors of Veterinary Medicine (DVMs) are deemed essential as they play an important role in keeping the public safe from zoonotic diseases such as Rabies, Ringworm and other skin parasites, certain intestinal parasites. Diseases that can have devastating effects on people that acquire them.

The staff at Yorkson Creek Veterinary Clinic wants to thank their amazing clients for their continued support during this time!