The Steveston Merchants Association (SMA) is a member-based organization representing businesses in Steveston Village.
Join the SMA for as little as $40 per month. Contact info@stevestonmerchants.com
Our role is to:
- Represent the interests of local businesses
- Support collaboration and information sharing
- Advocate on shared business issues
- Promote a healthy, resilient commercial district
The SMA works with community partners and municipal stakeholders to ensure business perspectives are included in discussions that impact the village.
The Association is governed by a volunteer board and supported through member contributions. Our approach is practical, transparent, and focused on the needs of Steveston businesses.
Meet our Board of Directors
Jim Van der Tas
President of SMA
Owner of Blue Canoe
Waterfront Restaurant
Kristy Quan
Vice President, SMA
Owner of A Monkey Tree
Carolynne Palla
Administrator, SMA
Owner of Palla Media
Erinn Bryan
Board Member
Owner of O’Hare’s GastroPub
& Liquor Store
Ceri Chong
Board Member, SMA
Tourism Richmond
Cathy Cheung
Board Member, SMA
Owner of Sinfully The Best
& Seas On Shore
James Woodman
Board Member SMA
Owner of S.D. Woodman Management
Romer Aquino
Board Member, SMA
Manager of Windsor Meats
Shane Dagan
Board Member, SMA
Owner of Steveston Seafood House
Ben Fairchild
Board Member, SMA
Owner of Steveston Village
Maternity
Erik Bucaneg
Board Member, SMA
Owner of Glass House
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