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Business development agency seeks out foreign investment

New magazine – Business in Greater Victoria – markets region to the world
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B.C. boosts venture capital tax breaks

B.C. boosts venture capital tax breaks

The B.C. government will add an extra $3 million to its small business venture capital tax credit and set up an expert panel to review business taxes in B.C., Premier Christy Clark announced Wednesday.
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Minister unmoved by power producers' plea

Minister unmoved by power producers' plea

Energy Minister Rich Coleman expects to decide this fall on changes to B.C.'s clean energy legislation, including a possible reduction in independent power purchases by BC Hydro.
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Employment database for retirees opens in Victoria

Third Quarter aims to tap into skills of people over 50
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Christmas presents hope for job-seekers

Region’s employment outlook shows 10 per cent net increase
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End of an era

End of an era

After 40 years in Cook St. Village, Sunbrite Laundromat closing
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B.C. power producers press their case

B.C. power producers press their case

Independent power producers, a climate scientist and an advocate for aboriginal development urged the B.C. government Wednesday to stick with B.C.'s plan to become self-sufficient in clean energy.
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House prices up slightly

Large sales could affect numbers
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B.C. housing industry still waiting for HST Plan B

B.C. housing industry still waiting for HST Plan B

In the wake of the HST referendum, housing contractors hope B.C. consumers won't wait 18 months to spend on renovations and new homes.
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Victoria firm low bidder on multi-million-dollar helicopter hanger

The state-of-the-art hangar will open in spring 2014 at Victoria airport
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