Building More Than Mechanical Systems: The Somatic Community

At Somatic, we believe that work life isn't a transaction where you swap happiness for money. It's about something deeper – building lasting relationships, supporting our community, and creating meaningful connections that extend far beyond the job site.

Since our founding, community involvement and team building have been cornerstone values that define who we are. Our "Work Hard, Play Hard" philosophy isn't just a motto – it's how we live and operate as a company every single day.

Our Community in Action

Since opening our doors in 2010, we've consistently demonstrated our commitment to both our team and the broader Vancouver community through active participation in numerous events and causes:

Annual Sporting Events & Tournaments

• Big Sky Golf Tournament: Our signature annual event, now in its 8th year, bringing together team members, partners, and clients

• Swift 10K Run: Multiple team members regularly participate in this Vancouver community run, supporting each other's fitness goals and community involvement

• Company Hockey Team: We field our own team, with colleagues becoming teammates both on and off the ice

Industry & Professional Engagement

• BOMA Events: Regular participation in Building Owners and Managers Association networking cruises, golf tournaments, and holiday celebrations – staying connected with our industry community

• Professional Development: Attending industry events that strengthen our expertise while building relationships

Charitable Giving & Community Support

• Face Off Against Cancer: Our team dominated the 2017 tournament (with help from Canuck Alumni Cliff Ronning), but more importantly, helped raise over $150,000 for cancer research

• Ritchie Brothers Corporate Kids Challenge: Contributing to the $516,000+ raised for KidSport BC, ensuring thousands of kids get the chance to play sports

• Various Fundraising Events: Consistently supporting causes that make a real difference in our community

Why Community Matters to Us

Our Company Blueprint identifies three lived values that drive everything we do: Craft. Business. Culture. The culture piece – the relationships we build and the community we create – is what sets us apart in the HVAC and plumbing industry.

As we've grown systematically over the years, we've never lost sight of what matters most: the people. Whether it's our team members, our clients, or the broader community, we understand that "the best work transpires when you know it's not just a job, but something you enjoy doing while building friendships with like-minded colleagues that you trust and respect."

More Than Colleagues – We're Family

The attitudes we share, beliefs we stand by, and time we take to get to know each other reflect our culture. It's our truth, our way, and something we'll always protect.

When you see photos of our team at the Swift 10K, celebrating tournament victories, or dressed up for themed holiday parties, you're seeing authentic relationships built on mutual respect, shared values, and genuine enjoyment of each other's company.

This culture doesn't happen by accident. It's the result of deliberate choices to:

• Invest in group events and team activities

• Support charitable causes that align with our values

• Create opportunities for colleagues to connect outside of work

• Celebrate achievements together – both professional and personal

• Build lasting friendships that extend beyond the workplace

Looking Forward

As we continue our controlled growth, our commitment to community – both internal and external – remains unwavering. We'll keep organizing events, supporting local causes, and creating opportunities for our team to connect, because we know that when people genuinely enjoy working together, everything else follows: better service for our clients, stronger business relationships, and a company culture that attracts the best talent in the industry.

At Somatic, we're not just creating and maintaining mechanical systems – we're building a community. And that community includes everyone we work with: our team, our clients, our partners, and the broader Vancouver community that we're proud to call home.

Want to see our community in action? Follow us on social media for updates on our latest team events, community involvement, and behind-the-scenes moments that showcase the Somatic experience.