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....
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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...
SBOT LAUNCHES TARIFF IMPACT SURVEY
SURREY - The Surrey Board of Trade is closely monitoring the implications of Donald Trump’s inauguration as US President, particularly in light of renewed rhetoric around protectionist policies and...
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...
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,...
BRITISH COLUMBIA MOVERS & SHAKERS JANUARY 17, 2025
News Influencing Decision Makers in BC Neil Jacobson has been named the newest principal at WA Architects Ltd. Miller Titerle + Company has announced the addition of its newest principal lawyers,...
CRAFT WITHOUT THE KICK: THE EVOLUTION OF NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER IN BC
By Tamara Vidito, BC Ale Trail BRITISH COLUMBIA - Whether you’re embracing Damp January, taking your turn as the designated driver, pursuing health and fitness goals, or simply taking a mindful...
NEW INDUSTRY AND LABOUR COUNCIL FORMS TO COLLABORATE ON TARIFF AND CUSMA ISSUES
OTTAWA - A voluntary initiative was launched on Friday, January 10, among Canadian organizations that have chosen to collaborate as the country faces issues around Canada United States (U.S.) trade....
NCDA: FEDERAL & PROVINCIAL REBATE DECISIONS RUN COUNTER TO MARKET REALITIES
BRITISH COLUMBIA - For the past fourteen years, British Columbia has ascended to a leadership position in zero emission vehicle (ZEV) adoption. Our success has been based on three key elements:...
LOWER MAINLAND FIRM PURCHASES OAK BAY MARINE GROUP
BRITISH COLUMBIA - Vancouver-based Graham Clarke Group (GCG) has purchased the Oak Bay Marine Group (OBMG), annexing the 62 year old company to grow a business that now spans the Georgia Strait. GCG...
LANGLEY CHAMBER: CAPITAL GAINS INCLUSION RATE UPDATE: WHAT LANGLEY BUSINESSES NEED TO KNOW
LANGLEY - The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has announced that it is continuing to administer the proposed changes to the capital gains inclusion rate, despite the fact that Parliament is currently...
SBOT SUPPORTS SOUTH CAMPBELL HEIGHTS LOCAL AREA PLAN
SURREY - The Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT), representing over 3,000 businesses, strongly supports the City of Surrey’s South Campbell Heights Local Area Plan and the associated Zoning By-law...