The Government of British Columbia and BC Hydro are helping people, small businesses and industries most impacted by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. “We are facing unprecedented...
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Local Grocers And Victoria Foundation Raise $32,112 To Support Food Rescue Project
VICTORIA – At a time of great need in our community, Greater Victoria residents have reached deep to help support the Island Food Caring campaign, donating a total of $32,112 through local...
Canada Emergency Response Benefit to Launch on April 6
The Government of Canada is continuing to take strong, immediate and effective action to support Canadians impacted by the global COVID-19 pandemic. Today, the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister...
Waymark Architecture Build Foundation On Environmental Ethics
A Green Design Philosophy And Deep Dive Customization Create Unique Client Experiences VICTORIA – Waymark Architecture is on a mission to make a future with net zero carbon buildings, both...
CFIB Statement On Details Of The Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy
CANADA - While further details on the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy are urgently needed, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) believes the information shared today by Prime...
Vancouver Island Construction Association Collecting PPE For Healthcare Workers
VICA Is Asking Members To Donate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) To Support Front-Line Medical Personnel VICTORIA – In support of Island Health and front-line healthcare staff, working...
Harmac Pacific Helps To Meet Demands Of Medical Masks
NANAIMO - Harmac Pacific has announced they’ve doubled their production to produce pulp to make medical gowns and masks. Harmac has been producing a specific paper pulp that is used in the...
Ecofish Founder Lands Lifetime Achievement Award
Company Expects Continued Growth VICTORIA – Fisheries Biologist Adam Lewis recognized a need for impartial, accurate information to help government regulators make better decisions to limit...
Postponing Retirement New Reality For Older Workers In Canada
Postponing retirement has become a new reality for many older workers in the wake of the market crash, underlining the need for reform of the rules around retirement saving in tax-deferred programs....
CPABC supports BC Government’s measures to combat COVID-19
BC -- The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) commends the BC government for implementing emergency programs to support businesses, individuals, and the economy during the...
Lloyd Maltby Design Is Built To Last
Design For Everything From Private Residences To Corporate Office Interiors VICTORIA – By offering design and build expertise under one roof, Lloyd Maltby Design ensures their designs always...
Victoria Chamber Adapts Job Board for Employees Impacted by COVID-19
VICTORIA - The Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce is refocusing its job board to help connect current employment opportunities with workers affected by businesses that have closed in response to...
The Passenger Transportation Board Rules on Ride Hailing Applications
BRITISH COLUMBIA - The Passenger Transportation Board announced four rulings on applications it has received to operate ride hailing services in the Province. The Board decided to approve the...
BCCA Unveils Covid-19 “Virtual Hotline” To Support BC Construction Sector
50th Anniversary On Hold As Association Bolsters Response To Latest Construction Industry Challenge BC– In response to the COVID-19 crisis, which is beginning to affect BC construction projects and...
National Inflation Steady through February
CANADA - National inflation, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 2.2 per cent in February year-over-year, down from a 2.4 per cent increase in January. Excluding the impact of...
The Do’s and Dont’s on Coronavirus
Some of the views expressed here are controversial. So, do ask your doctor. Don’t panic. That is always good advice. If you, like the world’s economy, operate on just-in-time inventories, and did...