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Friday, July 30, 2010 11:03:28 AM
Asian economies powering increasing shipments through Port Metro Vancouver
Increasing volumes of exports to Asian economies in the first half of 2010 helped push foreign shipments to 45.5 million tonnes, a 19% increase compared with the same period last year, according to mid-year statistics released by Port Metro Vancouver.
Slow spring prompts cut in B.C. home sales and price forecasts
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) is anticipating lower than previously-forecast home sales and average home prices in B.C. and Canada as a result of weaker than anticipated sales activity this spring in the nation’s four most active provincial markets.
NDP energy critic says IPP advocate distorting B.C. energy picture
Provincial NDP energy critic John Horgan is repudiating an independent power advocacy group’s claims that it is environmentally and economically unacceptable for B.C. to import electricity.
Vancouver nutraceutical firm receives competing bid for assets
Vancouver-based Forbes Medi-Tech Inc. (OTCBB:FMTI), which was formerly listed on the Nasdaq, has received a competing bid for its assets.
Current needs trump saving for retirement for middle-aged Canadians: BMO study
Middle-aged Canadians know they need to save for retirement, but many remain preoccupied with current needs and wants, according to a BMO Bank of Montreal study.
Space and satellite assets keeping MDA profitable
Richmond’s Macdonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. (TSX:MDA) reported an almost 9% increase in second quarter profit due to stronger performance in its information systems division, which includes its space, satellite and surveillance businesses.
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