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Nano Nuclear targets mine sites for micro-reactors

Nano Nuclear targets mine sites for micro-reactors

Vancouver CEO of Nano Nuclear explains unique business model
AI to revolutionize work as humanoid robots loom on the horizon

AI to revolutionize work as humanoid robots loom on the horizon

Skilled, humanoid robots may be able to help fill jobs and address challenges created by declining fertility rates and shrinking populations globally
Richmond to explore pilot program for extending nightlife hours

Richmond to explore pilot program for extending nightlife hours

Zodiac Karaoke and Pub's application to extend opening hours until 3 a.m. was rejected.
UBC builds smart hydrogen hub

UBC builds smart hydrogen hub

Smart Hydrogen Energy District to make hydrogen from solar power on site
Vancouver council allows 'mass timber' buildings up to 18 storeys

Vancouver council allows 'mass timber' buildings up to 18 storeys

City’s chief building official: “When there is a fire in a mass timber building, we see charring that takes place, and the charring actually helps protect the remainder of the structure.”
B.C. poised to become a quantum technology powerhouse

B.C. poised to become a quantum technology powerhouse

Experts say commercial quantum computing will be disruptive, available in five years.
Merritt sawmill shuttered amid B.C.'s forestry woes

Merritt sawmill shuttered amid B.C.'s forestry woes

Industry in 'Terrible State' as Aspen Planers temporarily shuts down mill
Vancouver businesses struggle as Broadway subway construction extends

Vancouver businesses struggle as Broadway subway construction extends

Millions lost, no help: Broadway businesses plead for compensation or tax breaks as subway delays drag on.
More businesses give downtown a failing grade, but retail vacancy picture is improving: DVBA report

More businesses give downtown a failing grade, but retail vacancy picture is improving: DVBA report

Five per cent more business licences were issued in 2023 than in 2022, and the tourism, marine and technology sectors are thriving, says the annual report on downtown
As B.C. companies urge in-office returns, HR pros say hybrid work here to stay

As B.C. companies urge in-office returns, HR pros say hybrid work here to stay

Workers are back in offices, but HR professionals say a fuller return may hurt satisfaction