Economy, Law & Politics

On the issue of finding a city to live in, let’s quote a song from Talking Heads: “Good points, some bad points.” On the specifics of Greater Vancouver, let’s quote The Beatles: “Number 9. Number 9. Number 9.

Retails sales across the country were down in March after seeing modest growth in the first two months of 2016. The largest drop in sales, which retracted 1% in March were from auto dealerships (-3%) while clothing and shoe sales rose 1.5%.

More than a few of us might be enjoying a glass of wine or a pint of beer at a restaurant or bar this summer. But how does Vancouver stack up when it comes to liquor regulations? Ian Tostenson, CEO of the B.C.

The downward trend has market watchers keeping an eye on upcoming retail numbers

Tyler Orton and Romila Barryman, hosts of Business In Vancouver on Roundhouse Radio, dive into untapped trade potential between B.C. and Mexico on the latest episode.

Vancouver does well on clean air and low crime, but housing unafforability and high income inequality are negatives for the city

“Looking ahead I am fearful of a hollowing out of corporate Vancouver”

Close to half (47%) are willing to live in a smaller house, 41% are willing to delay the purchase of a home and 54% are willing to spend less recreationally

The rebuilding effort in Fort McMurray is expected to add more GDP to Alberta’s economy than was lost in oil revenue during the wildfires. A recent report from the Conference Board of Canada estimates lost oil revenue at $985 million or 0.

Hosts Tyler Orton and Romila Barryman delve into the economic impacts of the Fort McMurray wildfire in the latest episode of Business In Vancouver on Roundhouse Radio 98.3.