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Inventors of water cremation machine say B.C. laws could push them out

Inventors of water cremation machine say B.C. laws could push them out

The 'Aqualyser' offers eco-friendly water cremation as an alternative to flames. However, the use of such a machine on human bodies has not been authorized in B.C.
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Cyberattacks on health authority, province, London Drugs not related: premier’s office

Cyberattacks on health authority, province, London Drugs not related: premier’s office

The First Nations Health Authority is the latest high-profile victim of a cybersecurity ransomware attack in the province
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Canadian healthcare ventures nab $26M for AI innovations

Canadian healthcare ventures nab $26M for AI innovations

Digital-technology supercluster DIGITAL newly funds four Canadian companies
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What the expansion of the Trans-Pacific Partnership means for B.C. businesses

What the expansion of the Trans-Pacific Partnership means for B.C. businesses

With the U.K. set to join trade bloc, expert says the CPTPP's importance remains severely underappreciated in Canada
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Fertility treatments and work: Should I tell my boss?

Fertility treatments and work: Should I tell my boss?

Also, why drill sergeants beat cheerleaders in mentorship, DEI blind spots and the problem with ‘urgency culture’ at work
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Can B.C. transportation keep up with population boom? Expert urges bolder vision

Can B.C. transportation keep up with population boom? Expert urges bolder vision

Vancouver summit brings businesses and governments together to discuss transportation solutions.
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Province considering filling George Massey Tunnel with sand

Province considering filling George Massey Tunnel with sand

Marine navigation, seismic concerns could be addressed with not removing old tunnel.
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More Canadians are signing prenups, co-habitation agreements before tying the knot

More Canadians are signing prenups, co-habitation agreements before tying the knot

According to family lawyers, these marriage contracts are becoming increasingly common.
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London Drug ransom demand dropped from dark-web site; meaning unclear

London Drug ransom demand dropped from dark-web site; meaning unclear

In some cases, such a move has meant the ransomware victim has agreed to pay or negotiate, an expert says. London Drugs said Tuesday it is “unwilling and unable to pay ransom to these cybercriminals.” 
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Interprovincial trade barriers continue to frustrate business and depress GDP

Interprovincial trade barriers continue to frustrate business and depress GDP

Canadian businesses often find it easier and more cost effective to sell internationally than into other provinces
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