Vancouver (Business in Vancouver/ Western Investor) -The B.C. Economic Recovery Plan, introduced September 17, includes $1.5 billion in new spending, $660 million in new tax incentives and $500 million for a new strategic investment fund. But critics say it fails…
Victoria/Ottawa – Carole James, Minister of Finance, has released the following statement on the extension of Canada’s Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance program: “The B.C. government welcomes the federal government’s decision to extend the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance program through…
Vancouver – In their recent Ipsos business report, MNP notes that British Columbia consumer insolvencies jump 11 per cent in the second quarter. Cash-strapped Canadians may be treating homes like ATMs to pay bills Underscoring British Columbians’ financial vulnerabilities when…
Abbotsford – The University of the Fraser Valley is highlighting research in two upcoming public lectures in November. The Research Encounters series will feature one UFV faculty member and one guest lecturer from India. Admission is free and the public…
Fraser Valley – FVN Fraser Valley News is involved with a very dynamic group that looks at business in a refreshing light. Give back to the community and the business will follow (Yes, we took liberties with “Field Of Dreams)….
Vancouver/Toronto/New York – (With files from Canadian Radio News/CNW/Bell) – Bell Media announced Wednesday morning that CFTE 1410 in Vancouver will be dropping its TSN Sports format on April 30th to become All Business BLOOMBERG RADIO 1410. This is the…
Abbotsford – It’s the 4th Annual State of the City Address and Mayor’s Breakfast on Wednesday May 23. An annual business event to sit down over morning coffee and eggs, and get a take on what is coming down the…
Fraser Valley – “Ethics is what you do, when no one is looking” – George Bernard Shaw “Did we not get the Enron Memo” – Donald Lee Sheppard “Dividends of Decency: How Values-Based Leadership will Help Business Flourish in Trump’s…
Fraser Valley -In just one short day since FVN posted the story and video, came a not so subtle hint from Premier John Horgan that the date for family Day could sync up with the rest of the country. Business…
Abbotsford – The City of Abbotsford has been named the‘Most Business Friendly Municipality’ for 2017 under the NAIOP Awards for Municipal Excellence. Abbotsaford wins this award alongside Maple Ridge. The announcement came via Abbotsford Mayor Henry Braun earlier this week….