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Resources executives warn GVBOT that B.C. is losing its competitive edge

Resources executives warn GVBOT that B.C. is losing its competitive edge

'Very challenging to push and advocate for British Columbia as being competitive globally.'
Average asking rents decrease for sixth straight month to $2,119: report

Average asking rents decrease for sixth straight month to $2,119: report

A new report says the national average asking rent in March was $2,119, marking the sixth straight month of year-over-year declines. The monthly data provided by Rentals.
B.C. construction industry sounds alarm on unpaid work

B.C. construction industry sounds alarm on unpaid work

New report warns lack of prompt payment legislation is putting major projects and jobs at risk
Industrial real estate especially vulnerable to tariffs, says Colliers expert

Industrial real estate especially vulnerable to tariffs, says Colliers expert

Hospitality, infrastructure could cushion blow of America’s trade war
Kitimat firing up as LNG joins aluminum among the city’s exports

Kitimat firing up as LNG joins aluminum among the city’s exports

As B.C. looks to boost exports and revenues, city’s outlook is bright
Markets mixed after volatile trading day amid ongoing U.S. tariffs concerns

Markets mixed after volatile trading day amid ongoing U.S. tariffs concerns

Monday's results come on the heels of big declines Thursday and Friday after Trump announced a sweeping round of global tariffs Wednesday evening, adding fuel to concerns that a recession is on the way.
Residents claim development won't fit 'Ladner's small-town character'

Residents claim development won't fit 'Ladner's small-town character'

The application proposes vehicle access from 57A Street and 48A Avenue
Island billionaire says she wants to acquire ‘dozens’ of Hudson’s Bay stores

Island billionaire says she wants to acquire ‘dozens’ of Hudson’s Bay stores

The deadline for declaring the intention to purchase or invest in Hudson’s Bay’s remaining assets and intellectual properties is Monday, with actual bids due at the end of the month.
Website creates 'circular economy' for B.C. construction

Website creates 'circular economy' for B.C. construction

New marketplace allows Vancouver Island firms to list, buy and sell used materials
Hemp insulation makes its way into B.C. homebuilding

Hemp insulation makes its way into B.C. homebuilding

Experts say benefits include carbon reduction, moisture control and cleaner indoor air