Our Management Team
Our Commitment to the Fraser Valley
We believe that local leadership is defined by consistent quality and genuine care for every customer we serve across the entire Chilliwack and Fraser Valley region.
Integrity in Every Interaction
For us, business is personal. We treat every customer with the same honesty and respect we give our own family, ensuring you always get the right gear for your specific needs without compromise while building a foundation of lasting community trust.
Reliability You Can Count On
In a world of big-box retailers, we stand out by being present. You will find our management team on the floor, ready to solve problems and provide expert advice when it matters most to ensure your safety and total satisfaction.
A Foundation of Trust and Quality
Our commitment ensures every piece of gear meets the highest standards for our hardworking neighbors throughout the community and the surrounding rural areas.
Decades of Local Expertise
Cora has spent years building relationships in Chilliwack. Her vision was to create a store where quality comes first and every customer is treated like a neighbor rather than just another transaction to ensure a truly personalized shopping experience.
Selective Sourcing for Durability
Instead of following trends, Cora focuses on proven performance. She hand-picks every brand, from Carhartt to Redback, ensuring that only the most rugged and reliable gear makes it into our inventory for maximum longevity on the job site.
A Hands-On Approach to Service
Cora believes that the owner should be accessible. Her presence in the store ensures that the original values of Work N’ Play are upheld in every sale and every customer interaction to maintain our high standard of excellence.
Mentoring the Next Generation
Beyond managing daily operations, Cora focuses on sharing her extensive industry knowledge with the entire team. This dedication to mentorship ensures that the core values of integrity and expert service continue to thrive for many years to come.
Driving Innovation and Modern Service
WNP Creative Department Lead
As the leader of our creative department, Vanessa oversees all custom apparel. From professional embroidery to screen printing, she ensures every business can showcase its brand.
Store Manager
Vanessa manages the day-to-day logistics that keep the store operating smoothly. Her job includes ordering, receiving, inventory management, and she closely with our brands to source new products, expand selections, and ensure customers always have access to the latest and best footwear, workwear, and apparel. Her attention to detail and commitment to quality help keep the store stocked with trusted products customers can rely on.
Store Supervisor
Haylee oversees the daily operations of the store, ensuring everything runs efficiently and smoothly. She supports the team, manages workflow, and helps maintain the high level of customer service that our store is proud to be known for. She also creates and organizes new product displays throughout the store, helping showcase the latest arrivals in a way that is welcoming, eye-catching, and easy to shop.
Why Our Leadership Matters to You
Our two generations of expertise provide both time-honored reliability and fresh, innovative service for every customer.
Hands-On Leadership from Start to Finish
Whether it is Cora’s eye for quality brands or Vanessa’s technical skill in the Creative Department, our leadership is involved in every step. This direct involvement ensures that every product, from a single pair of boots to a large corporate order, meets our strict family standard for excellence.
A Bridge Between Tradition and Innovation
We combine years of established industry knowledge with the latest retail technologies and trends. This unique partnership allows us to maintain the classic, personal service our long-time customers love while offering the modern efficiency and custom solutions required by today’s fast-paced businesses.
Direct Accountability and Local Roots
As a family-owned team, we are directly accountable to our neighbors and the community we call home. You are not just dealing with a manager; you are working with owners who care about the long-term success of your gear and the reputation of our family business in Chilliwack.
Ready to Gear Up?
Stop by our store in Chilliwack to find exactly what you need for work and for life, backed by expert local advice.