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Looming strike at BC Place could threaten Grey Cup

With just 24 hours to go before workers go on strike at BC Place stadium, an agreement has yet to be reached between the BC Government and Services Employees' Union (BCGEU) and the stadium’s operator, BC Pavilion Corp . (PavCo).

Canadians still travelling despite economic volatility

Despite lingering uncertainty over the state of the economy, a majority of Canadians say they haven’t changed their vacation plans.

Rio Tinto swoops in with $578 million Hathor Exploration bid

A White Knight has appeared on the horizon to rescue Hathor Exploration (TSX:HAT) from a hostile takeover bid it called “predatory” and “opportunistic.”

Royal flush for B.C. gaming industry

In less than two decades, the Canadian gaming industry has become one of the largest entertainment sectors in the country, and B.C. is helping to lead that growth.

Tricor Pacific invests $40 million in Avison Young

Vancouver-based Tricor Pacific Capital Inc . is investing $40 million in Avison Young to accelerate the firm’s “aggressive” expansion strategy.

Seaspan awarded $8 billion non-combat shipbuilding contract

Vancouver has been included in the largest round of shipbuilding since the Second World War.

Steve Nash expands health drink franchise to B.C.

NBA superstar Steve Nash is continuing to see his brand expand across B.C.

Glacier Media buys 21 B.C newspapers

Glacier Media Inc . (TSX:GVC) is adding 21 publications to its stable of daily and community newspapers. The acquisition, announced yesterday, includes the Victoria Times Colonist , Vancouver Courier and North Shore News .

Rapid transit drives Vancouver’s suburban office market

In the robust Metro Vancouver suburban office market, proximity to rapid transit has become a key market driver, according to the inaugural Vancouver Rapid Transit Office Index , issued today by Jones Lang LaSalle .

Taseko lauds economic benefits of New Prosperity

The public relations war over a massive copper-gold mine in Northern B.C. is back in full swing.