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Ex-minister Selina Robinson quits B.C. NDP, citing antisemitism in caucus

Ex-minister Selina Robinson quits B.C. NDP, citing antisemitism in caucus

VICTORIA — A former British Columbia cabinet minister quit the New Democrat government Wednesday, citing antisemitism in the party caucus and indifference towards the problem.
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B.C. jeweller sold to human trafficking suspect, failed to de-risk sales to China

B.C. jeweller sold to human trafficking suspect, failed to de-risk sales to China

Montecristo Jewellers has retail locations in Vancouver, Burnaby and Richmond; it had appealed a decision from Fintrac that it had violated four aspects of the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act.
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KITS Eyecare CEO channels Amazon, focuses on growth before profit

KITS Eyecare CEO channels Amazon, focuses on growth before profit

Revenue at the e-commerce eyewear seller jumped 21 per cent in the quarter, 32 per cent year-over-year
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Reissuing business licence to Vancouver mushroom dispensary 'rather bizarre,' says minister

Reissuing business licence to Vancouver mushroom dispensary 'rather bizarre,' says minister

Mike Farnworth: "The products they're selling are illegal in this country, and they are leaving themselves open to be raided by the police."
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Executing B.C.'s new housing legislation 'very challenging'

Executing B.C.'s new housing legislation 'very challenging'

Municipalities forced to 'rejig' systems, navigate capacity issues and work around a one-size-fits-all approach.
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How Ryan Beedie is building on a 70-year legacy of development and donation

How Ryan Beedie is building on a 70-year legacy of development and donation

Well-known developer on taking his company to new heights, while remaining true to its Burnaby-based community roots
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B.C. law prof launches database for internal government documents

B.C. law prof launches database for internal government documents

Thompson Rivers University professor creates Open By Default database to boost government transparency in Canada
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Okanagan developers hit by soaring construction costs, projects stalled

Okanagan developers hit by soaring construction costs, projects stalled

B.C. housing crisis worsens as developers struggle with costs
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B.C. to ease program rules compensating businesses for vandalism

B.C. to ease program rules compensating businesses for vandalism

Entrepreneurs no longer need to make insurance claims to be eligible for Securing Small Business Rebate Program payouts.
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Data points: B.C. retail sales show strength as U.S. monthly visitors drop off

Data points: B.C. retail sales show strength as U.S. monthly visitors drop off

Canadians spent more on cars and goods at the end of 2023 despite economic concerns
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