Local Business

B.C. extends simplified licensed-patio-approval program until spring 2023

Also extended is the deadline to apply for permanent licensing of patios.

Apr 8, 2022 12:28 PM Read more >

Why bad online reviews can sometimes be good for business

A new study shows that brand recognition among consumers is important in quelling negative online comments.

Apr 7, 2022 12:54 PM Read more >

Go Local – Supporting Bowen Together

Pick up your 'Go Local' booklet today

Apr 4, 2022 5:15 PM Read more >

B.C. e-commerce players navigate rapid food inflation

Grocery, meal-kit delivery services in the province face tight price-balancing act

Mar 30, 2022 8:09 AM Read more >

B.C. to raise minimum wage to $15.65 on June 1

Business advocates say they would have liked more notice.

Mar 14, 2022 1:20 PM Read more >

Why the loonie's still 'stuck in the mud' even as oil prices surge

Despite surging oil prices amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the loonie's value has depreciated since the start of the year.

Mar 14, 2022 11:52 AM Read more >

Bowen Island Sea Kayaking: New Owners at the Helm

There will be some new faces - human and canine - in charge of the kayak shop when it opens next month

Mar 3, 2022 4:30 PM Read more >

Nearly two-thirds of Bowen short-term rentals unlicenced

Various reasons for non-compliance with bylaw

Feb 10, 2022 3:30 PM Read more >

Port Coquitlam sisters merge their zero-waste delivery business with Vancouver company

The deal was consummated on Instagram Live

Feb 3, 2022 9:49 AM Read more >

Site C dam to require 8.7% rate hike over two years: analyst

BC Hydro banking on a big bump in industrial power sales to mitigate rate hikes

Jan 17, 2022 11:58 AM Read more >