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B.C. launches speculation and vacancy tax, with new name following criticism

B.C. launches speculation and vacancy tax, with new name following criticism

The newly titled "speculation and vacancy tax" will apply to owners of second homes in applicable areas of B.C., as of December 31
Longtime retailer squeezed out of Oakridge mall redevelopment

Longtime retailer squeezed out of Oakridge mall redevelopment

After nearly 50s years, After Five Fashion owner moving his business to Richmond
B.C. has 173 paid applications for private cannabis-retail stores; 0 licences

B.C. has 173 paid applications for private cannabis-retail stores; 0 licences

New statistics show it is likely a pipe dream to have any private cannabis-retail stores by year’s end
B.C. residential forecast still bullish, despite dismal September home sales

B.C. residential forecast still bullish, despite dismal September home sales

BCREA reports that home sales plummeted across province last month, but says activity is levelling off on a seasonal basis and is expected to recover
Landlord investors face bidding wars in Kitimat

Landlord investors face bidding wars in Kitimat

The LNG Canada project green lit earlier this month has caused a flurry of price hikes as real estate owners look to cash in
Edmonton, Kelowna deemed commercial real estate ‘hot spots’ for cannabis industry

Edmonton, Kelowna deemed commercial real estate ‘hot spots’ for cannabis industry

Western Canada is expected to see a considerable increase in retail and industrial sales post-legalization, says report
Squamish landowner denied permission to develop – again

Squamish landowner denied permission to develop – again

400-acre property, which has connective mountain biking trails, may not be built upon until Squamish population exceeds 22,500
Metro Vancouver land squeeze chokes business growth

Metro Vancouver land squeeze chokes business growth

Affordable industrial land shortage limits manufacturer’s expansion options
Moving modular design beyond temporary

Moving modular design beyond temporary

Multi-purpose housing option meets permitting impediments
Beedie follows rebranding trend to simplify company names

Beedie follows rebranding trend to simplify company names

Weight Watchers, Dunkin’ Donuts have also opted to trim letters from corporate brands