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Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week (May 29 to June 2)

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week (May 29 to June 2)

From new GDP numbers to updates in the cannabis industry and more
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Rob Shaw: The unscripted David Eby goes for a campaign test drive, mostly

Rob Shaw: The unscripted David Eby goes for a campaign test drive, mostly

Expectations weren't high, but the premier met them, writes Rob Shaw
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StatCan report casts clouds on claims of a widespread labour shortage in Canada

StatCan report casts clouds on claims of a widespread labour shortage in Canada

Perceived countrywide labour shortage has put pressure on governments to help businesses find workers, including by increasing Canada's immigration targets
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B.C.'s minimum wage to be highest among provinces starting June 1

B.C.'s minimum wage to be highest among provinces starting June 1

Province says the wage hike provides 'certainty for workers and predictability for businesses'
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Who’s Suing Whom: May 29, 2023

Who’s Suing Whom: May 29, 2023

The latest from the B.C. Supreme Court
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Top business stories of the week (May 22-26)

Top business stories of the week (May 22-26)

Donnelly Group seeks creditor protection, David Johnston feels the heat and Lululemon launches big initiatives
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New system will bring families of immigrants to Canada faster: minister

New system will bring families of immigrants to Canada faster: minister

Immigration minister says he hopes the turnaround time will now be as short as 30 days.
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Special prosecutor appointed to decide whether NDP aide should be charged

Special prosecutor appointed to decide whether NDP aide should be charged

Crown counsel has been investigating an election violation by New Westminster's current school board chair, who is also employed as an NDP ministerial aide
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Budget for B.C. government trade mission to Asia not disclosed

Budget for B.C. government trade mission to Asia not disclosed

The cost of the trip will be included in public accounts, but have not yet been released
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B.C. to open office with sixth-largest trade partner

B.C. to open office with sixth-largest trade partner

Imports from the small island of Taiwan far outweigh B.C. and Canadian exports to it
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