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ELECTRIC VEHICLES AND THE DEMAND FOR ELECTRICITY

BRITISH COLUMBIA —The federal government’s requirement that all new vehicles sold by 2035 be electric could increase Canada’s power demands by as much as 15.3 per cent, requiring the equivalent of...

FCC: BC FARMLAND VALUES CONTINUED TO CLIMB IN 2023

BRITISH COLUMBIA – The average value of Canadian farmland continued its steady climb in 2023, increasing by 11.5 per cent, slightly less than the 12.8 per cent increase reported in 2022, according...

CPABC CHECK UP: INVESTING IN BC

By Jack Blackwell, Economist at CPABC BRITISH COLUMBIA - BC’s investment climate underwent considerable change in 2023, highlighting the complexity of the economic environment. Specifically, higher...

FORT ST JOHN LAUNCHES TWO GRANT OPPORTUNITIES

FORT ST JOHN - The City of Fort St. John has announced the launch of two grant opportunities to foster community development and support local initiatives. These grants are designed to empower...