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BoC expected to hold interest rate this week, even as economy keeps some steam

BoC expected to hold interest rate this week, even as economy keeps some steam

The central bank is set to announce its next interest rate decision on Wednesday
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Who’s Suing Whom: April 10, 2023

Who’s Suing Whom: April 10, 2023

The latest from the B.C. Supreme Court
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Rob Shaw: David Eby sheds his activist skin, focuses on his new power

Rob Shaw: David Eby sheds his activist skin, focuses on his new power

Eby asserts he is no longer the activist, not at all interested in a snap vote
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Top business stories of the week (April 3-7)

Top business stories of the week (April 3-7)

From housing plans to rather odd developments for the B.C. labour market
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In the Courts: Vancouver crypto company loses appeal over repaying creditors $2M

In the Courts: Vancouver crypto company loses appeal over repaying creditors $2M

Skychain was ordered last year to repay debt after failing to obtain permits for crypto firm
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Rob Shaw: B.C. minimum wage rises, possibly more increases in the wings

Rob Shaw: B.C. minimum wage rises, possibly more increases in the wings

A pathway to a 'living wage' may be the next step
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B.C. corporate finance deal values collapsed in 2022

B.C. corporate finance deal values collapsed in 2022

Market conditions, ‘mega deals’ cited as reasons for smaller values and weaker activity
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Canadians spending on travel and services but cutting back on restaurants, goods: RBC

Canadians spending on travel and services but cutting back on restaurants, goods: RBC

Consumer spending one of several economic data points that has remained resilient despite persistent inflation and rising interest rates
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These companies have laid off Canadian workers in 2023

These companies have laid off Canadian workers in 2023

Vancouver's Absolute Software is among the latest to cut its workforce this year
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Horgan’s first post-politics role at Teck spin-off company unethical, says Green leader

Horgan’s first post-politics role at Teck spin-off company unethical, says Green leader

Green leader Sonia Furstenau said the party will be introducing legislation that addresses how and when politicians can enter the private sector
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