Chilliwack meat shop owner awarded with 2026 B.C. Medal of Good Citizenship

CHILLIWACK — Chilliwack-based Tydel Foods’ impact on the community is being recognized with the acceptance of an annual award this B.C. Day.

The meat shop’s owner, Brigida Crosbie, has received a Medal of Good Citizenship from the province for transforming her business into a lifeline for care and community connection for underprivileged people.

“I am deeply humbled and incredibly honoured to be named a recipient of the British Columbia Medal of Good Citizenship,” wrote Crosbie in a social media post. “This honour is not mine alone. It also belongs to my husband Tony and my daughters Tyanna and Delana, every volunteer and employee past and present, […] every customer who walked through the doors of TYDEL FOODS and The Cheese Bar.

“It belongs to every donor, every local business, every community partner and every person who believed in our mission when the road became difficult. It belongs to every senior who trusted us, every family who needed a hand, every child who came through our doors hungry, and every person who needed to be reminded that they still mattered.”

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Crosbie has spent more than 12 years supporting residents through Tydel Foods with programs such as her monthly food initiative for low-income seniors, which supports over 800 people, as well as distributing up to 100 sandwiches and bottled water each day to those in need.

“Much of this work is funded personally and supported by community donations, reflecting her deep commitment to service,” wrote the province. “Through compassion, generosity and leadership, she has created a welcoming space that brings people together while meeting essential needs.”

Crosbie has also expanded services through her Community Angels Food and Housing Support Society, which opened a new Seniors Room this year.

The Medal of Good Citizenship is awarded to individuals whose generosity has made lasting impacts on their communities.

A total of 13 residents received the award this year.

“British Columbia is a better place because of people who dedicate their time and talents to improving the lives of those around them,” said Premier David Eby.

“This year’s recipients have devoted their energy, skills and compassion to enriching the places where they live. Through their leadership, volunteerism and service, they have helped build a stronger, more caring and connected province.”

Medal presentation ceremonies are set to be held in the coming months.