Entertainment, Media & Sports

Vancouver a hub for companies in lucrative global playground market

While government contracts continue to be a business mainstay for many agencies, Dare executive sees tech and biotech industry growth as evidence of new entrepreneurial spirit

Vancouver animation studio Rainmaker Entertainment Inc. (TSX-V:RNK) announced losses $1.2 million for the first half of 2013, but says it is on track to produce its latest feature film Ratchet and Clank.

Vancouver's McMillan LLP has signed a two-year partnership with the BC Lions Football Club, the law firm announced August 16.

Vancouver-based Atomic Cartoons, a Leo-award-winning animation firm, has signed a three-year, joint-venture agreement with Kelowna’s Yeti Farm Creative that is worth up to $3 million.

Richmond-headquartered Great Canadian Gaming (TSX:GC) reported $11.3 million net earnings on $102.1 million revenue for 2013’s second quarter – 1% better than the same period last year.

Q: What are the biggest secrets for successful Internet marketing? A: The answer probably has to do with a personal experience. Some believe that it is all about content.

Vancouver’s 103-year-old summer event lowering admission and parking fees

BC Place is loaning its 100,000 square-foot plastic floor cover to McMahon Stadium in Calgary for use at the upcoming Alberta Flood Aid concert scheduled for August 15.

When it comes to crisis planning, Western Canada Marine Response Corporation (WCMRC) is a great example as it leaves nothing to chance. As the organization responsible for mitigating the impact of an oil spill on the West Coast, it needs to protect the environment and the economy while also ensuring the safety of responders and the public.