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Family-run businesses important to community

The holiday season is a time to spend quality time with family, but for Ron and Greg Boyce, spending time with family has become the norm.
Immigration decline slows B.C. population growth

Immigration decline slows B.C. population growth

B.C.'s population reached 4.7 million in October, but the rate of international immigration has dipped below one per cent
Lowly loonie means winners and losers in B.C.

Lowly loonie means winners and losers in B.C.

Canadian dollar to dive through 70 cents before bottoming at 67, predicts Business Council of British Columbia
Housing boom in downtown core

Housing boom in downtown core

Residents can get ready for a new-look, new-feel Victoria, as nearly 1,000 housing units are set to be added downtown by 2018.
'Modest' impact from down payment change

'Modest' impact from down payment change

Federal government move to 10 per cent down on homes over $500,000 aims to limit risk if property market implodes
Hudson District in full bloom

Hudson District in full bloom

The Hudson District is quickly becoming a hub of activity with new developments aimed at creating a walkable community in Victoria.
$100 million tech fund for B.C. 'Dragon's Den'

$100 million tech fund for B.C. 'Dragon's Den'

Outside venture capital experts will be hired to administer seed money fund for high-tech startups establishing in B.C.
Fernwood store brings healthy eats to man's best friend

Fernwood store brings healthy eats to man's best friend

A new local store puts its money where its paws are, with its own line of raw dog food for man's best friend.
Forest trade mission finds Asian headwinds

Forest trade mission finds Asian headwinds

With Japan slipping back into recession and sales down in China, B.C. forest companies push for more wood construction

Local businesses nominated for B.C. awards

Eleven small business in Victoria have been nominated for the 13th annual Small Business B.C. Awards.