Central/North Vancouver Island
ICBA ECONOMICS: WHAT IS AND HOW BIG IS THE “CLEAN/GREEN” ECONOMY?
By Jock Finlayson, ICBA Chief Economist BRITISH COLUMBIA - There appears to be a widespread view in some political, policy and academic circles that the economy is undergoing a fundamental and rapid...
FEDS ANNOUNCES DEFERRAL IN IMPLEMENTATION OF CHANGE TO CAPITAL GAINS INCLUSION RATE
OTTAWA - Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Finance and Intergovernmental Affairs, announced that the federal government is deferring—from June 25, 2024 to January 1, 2026—the date...
CREA: BANK OF CANADA LOWERS ITS POLICY RATE, NOTES UNCERTAINTY SURROUNDING POTENTIAL U.S. TRADE TARIFFS
OTTAWA - On Wednesday, January 29, 2025, the Bank of Canada reduced its target for the overnight lending rate 25 basis points from 3.25% to 3%. The cut was widely expected by financial markets in...
SEVERAL BC PROJECTS WIN SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES AWARD
BRITISH COLUMBIA - Several BC projects will be recognized at the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) 2024 Sustainable Communities Awards which will be held in Fredericton, New Bruncswick on...
CVRD: HOW FILM COWICHAN IS BOOSTING THE LOCAL ECONOMY
COWICHAN VALLEY - Set amidst Vancouver Island’s awe-inspiring landscapes and steeped in a rich cultural tapestry, the Cowichan region is evolving into a captivating destination for local and global...
CENTRAL/NORTH VANCOUVER ISLAND MOVERS & SHAKERS JANUARY 29, 2024
News Impacting Central and North Vancouver Island NORTH ISLAND The Victor’s Secret Fashion Show made its comeback to the Port McNeill Community Hall for its 12th anniversary on Saturday, Jan. 25,...
South Vancouver Island
ICBA ECONOMICS: WHAT IS AND HOW BIG IS THE “CLEAN/GREEN” ECONOMY?
By Jock Finlayson, ICBA Chief Economist BRITISH COLUMBIA - There appears to be a widespread view in some political, policy and academic circles that the economy is undergoing a fundamental and rapid...
FEDS ANNOUNCES DEFERRAL IN IMPLEMENTATION OF CHANGE TO CAPITAL GAINS INCLUSION RATE
OTTAWA - Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Finance and Intergovernmental Affairs, announced that the federal government is deferring—from June 25, 2024 to January 1, 2026—the date...
CREA: BANK OF CANADA LOWERS ITS POLICY RATE, NOTES UNCERTAINTY SURROUNDING POTENTIAL U.S. TRADE TARIFFS
OTTAWA - On Wednesday, January 29, 2025, the Bank of Canada reduced its target for the overnight lending rate 25 basis points from 3.25% to 3%. The cut was widely expected by financial markets in...
SEVERAL BC PROJECTS WIN SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES AWARD
BRITISH COLUMBIA - Several BC projects will be recognized at the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) 2024 Sustainable Communities Awards which will be held in Fredericton, New Bruncswick on...
CVRD: HOW FILM COWICHAN IS BOOSTING THE LOCAL ECONOMY
COWICHAN VALLEY - Set amidst Vancouver Island’s awe-inspiring landscapes and steeped in a rich cultural tapestry, the Cowichan region is evolving into a captivating destination for local and global...
YELLOW SHEET CENTRAL/NORTH VANCOUVER ISLAND BUILDING BRIEFS: JANUARY 29, 2024
NORTH COWICHAN - 6489 Paddle Rd (mixed-use dev) Commercial - Residential - Phase 1 Architect: WA Architects Victoria - Langford Ph: 250-391-4933 dwong@wa-arch.ca Developer: Kerkhoff Develop Build -...
Thompson Okanagan
BCREA: DECEMBER 2024 CANADIAN INFLATION ROSE 1.8 PER CENT
BRITISH COLUMBIA - Canadian prices, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), rose 1.8 per cent on a year-over-year basis in December, down from a 1.9 per cent increase in November....
ICBA ECONOMICS: REVIEWING BC’S MAJOR PROJECTS
By Jock Finlayson, ICBA Chief Economist BRITISH COLUMBIA - As B.C. struggles to gain economic traction after a disappointing 2024, the outlook for project investment will be key to shaping the...
CFIB: CANADIAN ECONOMY TO SEE REASONABLE GROWTH IN Q1 2025 BUT TARIFF THREAT LOOMS
OTTAWA – The Canadian economy is expected to grow moderately in the first quarter of 2025, finds the latest Main Street Quarterly report by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)....
BCBC: NEW REPORT HIGHLIGHTS B.C.-U.S. TRADE TIES AMID TARIFF THREATS
BRITISH COLUMBIA – As British Columbia prepares to navigate potential challenges posed by changes in U.S. trade policy, the Business Council of British Columbia (BCBC) has released a new report...
INSOLVENCY INCREASED IN 2024; EXPERTS EXPECT SIMILAR RESULTS IN 2025
OTTAWA - Insolvency was an increasing concern across the board of the economy in 2024, a report from the Insolvency Insider, which provides updates on Canadian Insolvency filings and new reveals....
GABLECRAFT HOMES AND PCRE GROUP CHOOSES A NEW PATH
VICTORIA – A successful, long-time B.C. development company has chosen a new PATH. PATH is the new name of the award winning company PCRE Group along with its subsidiary GableCraft Homes. The group,...
Fraser Valley
CITY OF SURREY SETS RECORD IN 2024 FOR HOUSING AND DEVELOPMENTS
SURREY – The City of Surrey set a record in 2024 by delivering 6,297 net new housing units and generating a record of over $2.8 billion in construction activity. This surpasses the City’s previous...
SURREY BOARD OF TRADE STANDING WITH YOU THROUGH NEW US TARIFFS
SURREY - Today’s imposition of new US tariffs may create uncertainty for businesses in our region, especially those involved in cross-border trade. At the Surrey Board of Trade and the South Surrey...
LANGLEY CHAMBER: THE VALUE OF CANADA-US TRADE
LANGLEY - A 25% tariff by the US on trade from Canada would severely harm the unique Canada-USA trading relationship, hurting workers and businesses on both sides of the border. Over $3.6 billion...
ICBA ECONOMICS: REVIEWING BC’S MAJOR PROJECTS
By Jock Finlayson, ICBA Chief Economist BRITISH COLUMBIA - As B.C. struggles to gain economic traction after a disappointing 2024, the outlook for project investment will be key to shaping the...
CFIB: CANADIAN ECONOMY TO SEE REASONABLE GROWTH IN Q1 2025 BUT TARIFF THREAT LOOMS
OTTAWA – The Canadian economy is expected to grow moderately in the first quarter of 2025, finds the latest Main Street Quarterly report by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)....
BCBC: NEW REPORT HIGHLIGHTS B.C.-U.S. TRADE TIES AMID TARIFF THREATS
BRITISH COLUMBIA – As British Columbia prepares to navigate potential challenges posed by changes in U.S. trade policy, the Business Council of British Columbia (BCBC) has released a new report...
Northern BC
BC HIGHWAYS CONTRACTORS HONOURED
BRITISH COLUMBIA - Highway contractors, who build and maintain British Columbia's transportation infrastructure, have been honoured for their approach to service and innovation. The B.C....
BCREA: EMPLOYMENT GAINS DRIVEN BY PUBLIC SECTOR
BRITISH COLUMBIA - Canadian employment rose by 0.2 per cent from the previous month, growing by 51,000 jobs to 20.647 million in November. The employment rate remained unchanged at 60.6 per cent,...
TERRACE SEES OPENING OF KSYEN REGIONAL HOSPITAL
TERRACE – November 24th marked the opening of a new state-of-the-art Ksyen Regional Hospital, serving Terrace and the surrounding areas. Ksyen Regional Hospital replaces the former Mills Memorial...
TRIGON PACIFIC TERMINALS CEO ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT
PRINCE RUPERT - Rob Booker, Chief Executive Officer of Trigon Pacific Terminals Ltd. (Trigon), announced the appointment of Craig Olley as Trigon's President. In the newly created role, Olley will...
NORTHERN BC MOVERS & SHAKERS DECEMBER 5, 2024
News Influencing Decision Makers in Northern BC PRINCE GEORGE Selen Alpay, a committed child advocate in Prince George, has been recognized as one of the 2024 BC Principals' and Vice-Principals'...
KELOWNA TO HOST 2026 MEMORIAL CUP TOURNAMENT
KELOWNA – In 2026, the puck stops here. Kelowna was named as the host for the 2026 Memorial Cup Tournament, emblematic of the Canadian Hockey League championship November 27. The City of Kelowna...