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B.C. sees zero inflation in 2013

B.C. sees zero inflation in 2013

While the rest of Canada saw inflation of 1.2% between December 2012 and December 2013, British Columbia was the lone province to report no change in consumer prices over the year.
British Columbians optimistic about job market, economy

British Columbians optimistic about job market, economy

Workers in British Columbia are some of the most optimistic in Canada when it comes to job market prospects and the state of the economy.
Gregor Robertson demands answers on delayed release of HootSuite lease details

Gregor Robertson demands answers on delayed release of HootSuite lease details

Vancouver mayor Gregor Robertson is pressing city manager Penny Ballem for answers as to why in-camera information about real estate deals take so long to be released to the public once deals are finalized.
Premier focuses on resources for economic growth

Premier focuses on resources for economic growth

Premier Christy Clark called the annual industry summit going on in Prince George "the must-attend event in British Columbia, in Canada, if you are involved in the resource industries."
Smelly Central Saanich composter loses court bid to get licence back

Smelly Central Saanich composter loses court bid to get licence back

The Capital Regional District's suspension of Foundation Organics' licence has been upheld by the Supreme Court of British Columbia.
British Columbians are Canada’s biggest savers: BMO

British Columbians are Canada’s biggest savers: BMO

British Columbians are planning on boosting their savings accounts in 2014.
City to Canada Post: Don’t slash home delivery

City to Canada Post: Don’t slash home delivery

Vancouver city council is speaking out against Canada Post’s plans to phase out home mail delivery.
Bank of Canada overnight rate unchanged

Bank of Canada overnight rate unchanged

The Bank of Canada has kept its key interest rate unchanged at 1%.
$3.4 million sale unlocks equity in corporate art

$3.4 million sale unlocks equity in corporate art

New technologies erode value of originals, spark corporate art collection debate
B.C. wholesale trade falls in November: StatsCan

B.C. wholesale trade falls in November: StatsCan

Wholesale trade in British Columbia fell 1.3% in November to $4.76 billion, according to Statistics Canada data released January 21.