British Columbia

Metro Vancouver industrial vacancy rate still among lowest in Canada, says Avison Young

Vancouver council voted 6-5 in July to reverse policy that banned use of natural gas for heating, hot water in construction of new detached homes

Hundreds of homes to be built in two-phase project starting in 2025

MONTREAL — The federal government's directive to end the countrywide rail shutdown in August marked an "unprecedented" move, says Canada's labour tribunal, signalling a stauncher approach to disputes that rarely see direct intervention from cabinet.

Metro Vancouver developers say they should not be on the hook for development cost charges levied on new home construction projects to pay for growth-related infrastructure; however, one developer has pitched a proposal that such fees first be financed by government then paid by homebuyers, upon purchase.

The Bank of Canada will release its interest rate decision and monetary policy report on Wednesday. Here are five things to look for in the decision.

Wednesday's interest rate decision by Bank of Canada could pack a large punch

New Westminster council debated the future development of Columbia Square Plaza on Monday night — and fielded a new proposal mid-meeting.

For the second time, city council has postponed a decision on transit-oriented development required by the B.C. government until the provincial election is settled.

Multi-phase initiative aims to help independent businesses grapple with affordability issues