This week’s print edition of Business in Vancouver provides another insider peek into B.C.’s diverse business community by taking a look at more than half a dozen different sectors from mining and forestry to transportation and technology.
One of the key issues addressed is concern that limited federal progress is hindering B.C.’s ability to grow as Canada’s Asia Pacific gateway despite constructive incentives being offered by the province.
This week’s paper also looks at the different ways HST is affecting B.C.’s businesses, with it continuing to negatively impact businesses like Ron Zalko Total Body Fitness and Yoga, but providing an opportunity for Richmond Asian mall mogul Thomas Fung.
BIV also reports that gold is again flowing near Barkerville, which could provide an additional boost to the historic gold-rush town.
For more highlights of this week’s edition, listen to Timothy Renshaw, managing editor of Business in Vancouver or pick up this week’s issue.