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Avanti Family Law & Mediation is a family law and mediation practice in downtown Salmon Arm, British Columbia, with over 22 years of legal experience. The firm offers both litigation and mediation as alternative paths for resolving family law disputes, and its lawyer is a Certified Family Mediator through the Justice Institute of B.C., having also served as the 2016 Supervising Lawyer for the Law Foundation Legal Advocate Program. Current mediation session pricing isn't listed — the firm can claim this listing to add that detail.

Derek McManus Law Corporation is a law firm in Salmon Arm, British Columbia, practicing corporate commercial law, estates and trusts, and real estate law. The firm describes its approach as making legal matters understandable, working efficiently to minimize client costs, and maintaining a friendly manner throughout. Current appointment availability isn't listed — the firm can claim this listing to add that detail.

Legal Services Society, now known as Legal Aid BC, is the legal aid provider for British Columbia, offering legal information, advice, and representation services for family, criminal, and refugee matters to people with low incomes from its Salmon Arm office. It is a non-profit organization governed by a nine-member board of directors, funded primarily by the provincial government but operating independently.

A. Glen Scharf is a lawyer in Salmon Arm, British Columbia, with over 50 years of experience practicing estate planning, wills, corporate law, real estate, and powers of attorney. Current appointment availability isn't listed — the firm can claim this listing to add that detail.

Verdurmen Law LLP is a criminal law firm in Salmon Arm, British Columbia, led by Glenn A.P. Verdurmen, who earned his law degree from UBC in 1989 and has practiced criminal law in the Provincial and Supreme Courts of BC for over two decades, including serving as an Agent for the Director of Public Prosecutions handling drug offence cases in Salmon Arm and Revelstoke. The firm partners with the MacIsaac Group of Law Firms to also handle personal injury claims. A customer specifically praised Verdurmen for helping them through an emergency situation, calling him professional, competent, and personable. Current consultation fees aren't listed — the firm can claim this listing to add that detail.

Brooke Downs Vennard LLP has served Salmon Arm since 1980, originally founded as Robertson Brooke by Peter Robertson and Gary Brooke, and has grown into the largest law firm in Salmon Arm with six lawyers covering real estate, corporate, family, litigation, and wills/estate law. A reviewer specifically praised lawyer Kathryn's expertise in BC estate law, with team members Melissa and Kristen singled out for responsive, efficient support throughout a probate and real estate matter. Current consultation fees aren't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

Ridgeback Earthworks is a light construction and equipment rental business based in Blind Bay, British Columbia, serving the Shuswap with excavator and skid steer rentals alongside retaining walls, driveways, landscaping, and snow removal services. Free equipment delivery is offered within 35km. A reviewer specifically praised the well-maintained equipment and friendly, punctual service. Current rental rates aren't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

SJO Renovations & Repairs, formerly known as Small Jobs Only, has served the south Shuswap communities of Blind Bay, Sorrento, and Eagle Bay since 2011. The team of experienced craftsmen handles everything from full-scale renovations to small repair jobs. A customer specifically praised technician Mark Betts for his ceiling repair and stippling work, calling the craftsmanship amazing. Current project scheduling and quote turnaround aren't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

Mako Excavating & Septic Services is an excavation and septic services business based in Blind Bay, British Columbia. Specific service offerings and current availability aren't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

Blind Bay Property Services is a family-run handyman service in Blind Bay, British Columbia, providing quality solutions for everyday home problems. Specific service offerings and current availability aren't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

North Okanagan Home Inspections Ltd. provides home inspections serving the Okanagan, Shuswap, and Thompson regions of British Columbia from Salmon Arm. Specific inspection packages and pricing aren't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

Scott Beck Consulting is run by owner Scott Beck in Salmon Arm, British Columbia, who brings over 25 years of construction industry experience to design and drafting, architectural project management, construction permitting, and building inspection services. Beck is educated through the Building Officials Association of BC. Current turnaround times for permit applications aren't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

Copper Island Fine Homes Inc. is an award-winning custom home builder based in Blind Bay, British Columbia, founded in 2003 by Greg and Tracy Vistisen, who have called Blind Bay home since 1994. The company has won 17 Keystone Awards from the Canadian Home Builders Association, including Best Interior Design and Best Renovation, and is a Built Green and Net Zero certified builder. They serve Shuswap Lake Estates, Cedar Heights, MacArthur Heights, Sorrento, Salmon Arm, and the North Shore. Current project timelines and availability aren't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

BD Septic Services & Contracting, led by Timm, specializes in septic system design and installation, excavating, and earthworks serving Blind Bay and the North and South Shuswap. The company is in good standing with the Western Canadian On-site Wastewater Management Association (WCOWMA) and ASTTBC. Multiple clients specifically praised Timm by name as hardworking, honest, and trustworthy. Current quote turnaround times aren't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

Well Advised Property Inspections offers comprehensive building inspection services in Scotch Creek and the wider Shuswap, British Columbia, with over a decade of experience inspecting residential and commercial properties. Specific inspection turnaround times aren't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

Lone Star Home Inspection provides home inspections in Salmon Arm and the North Okanagan, including Kelowna, Vernon, Enderby, and Armstrong. The company is Consumer Protection BC licensed and a member of the Home Inspectors Association BC, using infrared thermal imaging and moisture meters to detect issues not visible to the naked eye. Current turnaround time for inspection reports isn't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

BCBC Eco Consulting Ltd, based in Sicamous, British Columbia, offers a wide range of services tailored to general contractors, existing homeowners, and municipal governments — from full house energy evaluations by a Certified Energy Advisor to building inspection services by a Registered Building Official. Current turnaround times for energy evaluations aren't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

Shuswap Septic and Site Preparation has over 15 years of experience as a licensed designer, inspector, and installer of septic systems in the Shuswap and surrounding area. The company is certified by the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia (ASTTBC) and is a registered onsite wastewater practitioner (ROWP), completing septic inspections for real estate transactions and building permits alongside land clearing and excavation. Current quote turnaround times aren't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

Clarion Building Inspection Services Ltd is a single-inspector firm in Grindrod, British Columbia, owned and operated by Raul Poole, a former building contractor who founded the company in 2009 and has since completed around 4,500 inspections. Every inspection includes free infrared camera use and a 90-day written warranty, backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Reviewers specifically praised Raul for walking them through the inspection and clearly explaining mechanical systems. Current appointment availability isn't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

Well Advised Property Inspections offers comprehensive building inspection services in Salmon Arm and the wider Shuswap, British Columbia, with over a decade of experience inspecting residential and commercial properties. Specific inspection turnaround times aren't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

Red Bear Home Inspection provides home inspections in Tappen and across a wide service area including Kelowna, Vernon, Kamloops, Penticton, and Salmon Arm, British Columbia. Specific inspection turnaround times aren't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

Caliber Inspections Ltd. is a home inspection business in Salmon Arm, British Columbia, run by Jamie Beldi, who draws on both personal and professional experience to help homebuyers make informed purchase decisions. Specific inspection packages and turnaround times aren't listed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

Where The Heart Is Home Inspection is run by Brad Campbell, a National Certificate Holder (NCH) and Registered Home Inspector (RHI) based in Canoe, British Columbia. Brad has included thermal imaging on every inspection at no extra charge for over 8 years, and is specifically trained in mold recognition and log home inspection. Multiple clients specifically praised his thoroughness and ability to clearly explain findings. Current fee structure by property size isn't fully detailed — business owners can claim this listing to add that detail.

BAKK Industries Ltd. is a general contractor in Scotch Creek offering roofing alongside broader construction services in the North Shuswap area. It's open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with Saturday hours as well. Specific project types and service areas aren't listed — the company can claim this listing to add those details for customers.