British Columbia

Safeguards like the land-title registry system make title fraud difficult to commit in B.C., experts say. But there are things homeowners can do to protect themselves.

First Nations partnerships, developers advancing housing supply and reconciliation

B.C.-owned company invests $13 million in plant renovation

Senior governments contribute $19M to retooling of Crofton mill that will see 100 workers recalled

Most market segments saw rents increase as demand outstripped new supply

The rate for purpose-built rentals in the region fell below one per cent last year, while the average asking rent for vacant units is 43 per cent higher than occupied ones

Secondary centres key as a growing number of employees embrace hybrid work

Five other projects are in the queue, including the former Barkerville Gold mine

NAIOP, GVBOT say a pressing need for housing, industrial land needs to be considered

Sharpest increase in rates in a generation ending as economy cools