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Regulations, 'fragmented' construction sector holding back housing starts: CMHC

Regulations, 'fragmented' construction sector holding back housing starts: CMHC

A study by Canada's national housing agency says housing starts aren’t keeping pace with available residential construction resources due to restrictive regulations and a "highly fragmented" industry.
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'Not going to happen': BC Conservative leader not stepping aside

'Not going to happen': BC Conservative leader not stepping aside

Speculation about a possible BC United and BC Conservative merger kicked into high gear this week.
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Canada and U.S. make first co-investment in critical minerals producers

Canada and U.S. make first co-investment in critical minerals producers

OTTAWA — The Canadian and U.S. governments say they're co-investing in critical mineral producers for the first time as they work to boost regional supplies. Natural Resources Canada and the U.S.
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Lawyer in proposed class action over UBCO excavation says settlement could be large

Lawyer in proposed class action over UBCO excavation says settlement could be large

If the class action is certified, everybody who fits within the definition is automatically included, but have the option to opt out.
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Former B.C. bookkeeper handed 6-year prison sentence for $1M+ fraud

Former B.C. bookkeeper handed 6-year prison sentence for $1M+ fraud

Carey Earl defrauded Access Human Resources for seven years
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Tech job growth soars in Vancouver, as salaries remain cheap

Tech job growth soars in Vancouver, as salaries remain cheap

Vancouver technology workers earned US$102, 975 annually, lower than all markets except Toronto
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Rob Shaw: B.C. cuts deal with Meta, leaving local media in the dust amid wildfires

Rob Shaw: B.C. cuts deal with Meta, leaving local media in the dust amid wildfires

Premier David Eby's standoff with Facebook over local news access amid wildfires reveals a controversial deal that may impact public safety in British Columbia
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Opinion: Why commercial buildings need to be ready for B.C.’s energy future

Opinion: Why commercial buildings need to be ready for B.C.’s energy future

Rising electricity demands threaten grid capacity, making energy efficiency crucial
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Thinking of going back to school? Make a financial plan first, experts say

Thinking of going back to school? Make a financial plan first, experts say

Going back to school can be a great way to accelerate your career, whether it’s getting a master’s degree or taking a certificate program to add more skills to your repertoire.
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City of Richmond cleared of discrimination in employee COVID-19 protocol case

City of Richmond cleared of discrimination in employee COVID-19 protocol case

The city employee was asked to leave the office 'temporarily' after returning from a trip to Hong Kong during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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