Business

Business, labour groups divided over preferred COVID-19 isolation policies

U.S. CDC shortened isolation period to 5 days

Dec 30, 2021 5:00 AM Read more >

TransAlta completes conversion from coal to natural gas power in Canada

TransAlta will also close its Highvale thermal coal mine

Dec 29, 2021 12:30 PM Read more >

B.C. old-growth forest preservation plan off to a slow start for 2022

Canfor buys Alberta sawmills, sends harsh message to NDP

Dec 28, 2021 1:15 PM Read more >

Victoria eye care business co-owner honoured as Chamber member of the year

Mary Lou Newbold often first to welcome new members; is strong advocate for Chamber of Commerce

Dec 26, 2021 2:00 PM Read more >

Banks offer big climate commitments in 2021, but key details are yet to come

Pressure is mounting as Canadians live through the very real effects of climate change

Dec 26, 2021 1:00 PM Read more >

Feds still plan to act on credit card fees as merchants worry over pandemic delays

Business associations said they’re looking for federal action to ease costs

Dec 24, 2021 1:30 PM Read more >

Gift cards rule retail as mall shops work around supply chain issues

Shopping anywhere is a boutique experience right now, says Victoria mall general manager

Dec 24, 2021 5:30 AM Read more >

Local pubs share pleasure, purpose of Christmas serving tradition

Two local pubs share their reasons for keeping the doors open on Dec. 25

Dec 23, 2021 5:15 AM Read more >

Candy cane sellers, chocolate makers hit with holiday supply chain challenges

Candy makers have been having trouble sourcing everything from sugar and cocoa to packaging supplies

Dec 22, 2021 3:02 PM Read more >

Vancouver Island businesses, school district team up to tackle labour shortage

10-week work program will match students with employers in Campbell River

Dec 22, 2021 10:30 AM Read more >