Economy, Law & Politics

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

Apr 7, 2023 10:30 AM Read more >

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

A pathway to a 'living wage' may be the next step

Apr 7, 2023 9:45 AM Read more >

B.C. corporate finance deal values collapsed in 2022

Market conditions, ‘mega deals’ cited as reasons for smaller values and weaker activity

Apr 6, 2023 2:47 PM Read more >

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

Apr 6, 2023 2:40 PM Read more >

These companies have laid off Canadian workers in 2023

Vancouver's Absolute Software is among the latest to cut its workforce this year

Apr 6, 2023 8:40 AM Read more >

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

Apr 6, 2023 7:05 AM Read more >

Head of B.C. government communications says she didn't give contract to sister’s company

Marie Della Mattia, deputy minister of government communications and public engagement, said she formally declared her conflict and did not participate in decision to award contract to Now Communications Group

Apr 6, 2023 7:00 AM Read more >

B.C. job growth grinds to a halt in March: StatCan

Province loses 100 jobs after posting gains in the thousands in previous months

Apr 6, 2023 6:12 AM Read more >

Who’s Suing Whom: April 6, 2023

The latest from the B.C. Supreme Court

Apr 6, 2023 5:30 AM Read more >

Small businesses chafe at minimum wage hike

B.C. government’s minimum wage hike too much, too sudden

Apr 5, 2023 2:00 PM Read more >