Salmon Arm’s Ricochet Brewing & Tap house has received a BC Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year Award.
The award recognizes a locally owned business that is connected to its community, the Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce said in a statement announcing the news Monday, Nov. 9.
“Seeing Ricochet recognized at the provincial level is something our entire community can be proud of,” said Christine Jontz-Barbour, executive director of the Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce.
The tap house was created by husband-and-wife Marc and Meaghan Zaichkowsky, and they created their first commercial batch in July of 2022. The tap house moved into Downtown Salmon Arm from Sunnybrae in 2024.
“Marc and Meaghan have built an incredible business in a relatively short period of
time, but what makes their story particularly meaningful is how much they give back,” Jontz Barbour said.
“Whether it’s supporting other small businesses, volunteering at community events, or serving as a volunteer firefighter, their commitment to Salmon Arm goes well beyond their business.”
The provincial award follows two straight years of success at the chamber’s Business Excellence Awards. Ricochet was named Business of the Year in 2024, and Meaghan Zaichkowsky was named Entrepreneur of the Year in 2025.
The Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce congratulated Marc, Meaghan and the entire Ricochet Brewing & Tap house team on this provincial achievement.
