Labour Market News

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In this section, you can browse archived news titles, whose links are no longer functional, for up to one year from the current date. The archived news can help you understand the labour market trends in geographic areas and industries that are of interest to you.

• Week of 2023-05-22 to 2023-05-26

  • Service Canada's new passport office in Prince George opened on May 16. The office offers 10-day passport service to applicants, benefiting the residents who previously would have to visit Kelowna or the Lower Mainland for this type of service.

    princegeorgecitizen.com

  • Canadian National Railway is hiring train conductors in British Columbia, including in Fort St. John, Chetwynd, Prince George and Smithers. Conductors hired will receive 11 weeks of paid training and a $10,000 signing bonus.

    dailyhive.com

  • Canadian National Railway is hiring train conductors in British Columbia, including in Fort St. John, Chetwynd, Prince George and Smithers. Conductors hired will receive 11 weeks of paid training and a $10,000 signing bonus.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Vancouver International Auto Show will be returning from March 20 to 24, 2024, after a four-year hiatus. The five-day event will feature zero emission vehicles, plug-in hybrids, luxury supercars, electric vehicle education and test-drive experiences.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Vancouver Retro Gaming Expo (VRGE) is hosting its 10th annual event on June 24 in New Westminster. The expo will include vendors, panels, and live entertainment.

    dailyhive.com

  • Leopold's Tavern, a Canadian pub, is opening in Vancouver this fall.

    dailyhive.com

  • Snack Street, a new convenience store offering a selection of international snacks, is planning to open in Vancouver this June. The shop plans to open 24/7 in the future.

    dailyhive.com

  • As of May 23, Relic Entertainment, a Vancouver-based video game developer, is laying off 33% of its workforce or 121 employees. The company cited industry challenges including project delays, rapidly rising costs, high inflation, and foreign exchange rate fluctuations for the decision.

    dailyhive.com

  • Conifex Timber Inc. will be temporarily curtailing operations at its Mackenzie sawmill for four weeks, commencing on June 5, 2023. The curtailment will reduce production by approximately 16 million board feet. There is no information on exactly how many employees are affected. The decision is a result of low water levels in the Williston Reservoir as well as reduced demand for lumber products.

    lesprom.com

  • Canadian National Railway is hiring train conductors in British Columbia, including in Fort St. John, Chetwynd, Prince George and Smithers. Conductors hired will receive 11 weeks of paid training and a $10,000 signing bonus.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $62M to upgrade 300 kilometers in northern B.C. highways to provide safer transportation. Projects include $8.2M to Vanderhoof region and $8.4M towards Highway 5. These two projects are expected to be complete in the fall.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $62M to upgrade 300 kilometers in northern B.C. highways to provide safer transportation. Projects include $8.2M to Vanderhoof region and $8.4M towards Highway 5. These two projects are expected to be complete in the fall.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $30M to upgrade 157 kilometers of Vancouver Island highways to provide safer transportation. Projects include $10.7M to O.K. Industries Ltd. for the Highway 19A paving project and $3.3M to ARC Asphalt Recycling Inc. to repave Highway 19 Nanaimo Parkway. These two projects are expected to complete by the end of September.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $120M towards resurfacing projects to upgrade 485 kilometers of highways and sideroads in the southern Interior region. Work on these projects will be ongoing through summer and fall 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $5M to Lafarge Canada to develop its carbon utilization technology in cement production, which reduces emissions and protects the environment. The initiative aims to capture carbon dioxide during the processing stages and create a more sustainable way to manufacture cement.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $4M to the Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium to deliver the new Youth in Manufacturing initiative, which provides short-term paid work placements up to 500 youth, starting this fall 2023. Eligible employers can receive up to $3,500 per placement for onboarding and wage costs for on-the-job-training.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $4.1M to the Seamless Day Kindergarten pilot for 2023-24. The program provides families with affordable early learning and child care delivered by early childhood educators and teachers. The program provides before and after school care at participating schools in B.C.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government through the Buy BC Partnership Program is providing $2M to support eligible applicants undertake marketing activities to increase consumer awareness of local food, and beverage products. The program supports B.C. food and beverage production and strengthens local food security.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $11M towards Phase 1 of the North Shore Neighbourhood House redevelopment project, to support 89 affordable rental homes in North Vancouver. Construction is expected to begin August 2023. The project will include an integrated family respite centre with 18 overnight beds and 25 adult daycare spaces.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The federal, provincial and municipal governments are providing $3.1M to upgrade the District of Taylor's wastewater treatment plant. Work includes building a concrete sludge management facility to improve the wastewater management system and protect the health of the community and environment.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $10.9M in funding to support active transportations projects on Vancouver Island, including Greater Victoria, Toquaht Nation, Tseshaht First Nation and the Hupacasath First Nation for safer and accessible transportation. The infrastructure projects include new sidewalks, pedestrian pathways/bridges, bike lanes, and trails.

    canada.ca
• Week of 2023-05-15 to 2023-05-19

  • The Government of Canada and TransLink, Metro Vancouver's transit operator, are providing $34.9M to the SkyTrain rail maintenance project. Over the next four years, the project will replace 20.2km of rail and 24,000 rail pads. Funding supports safe and accessible transportation, and creates manufacturing and construction jobs.

    canada.ca

  • Happy Lemon, an international bubble tea brand, has closed two of their stores, with one in Richmond and one in Burnaby.

    dailyhive.com

  • Buttermere Patisserie, a cake and pastry shop located in Vancouver, is closing on June 10.

    dailyhive.com

  • Walt Disney Animation Studios and Industrial Light & Magic are hiring a variety of roles from entry-level to senior positions in Vancouver. Some roles include animation and internships are available.

    dailyhive.com

  • Willow Industries has plans to double its Central City Fun Park's size to 175,000 sq. ft. by consolidating with other vacant commercial units. If approved by the City of Surrey, the indoor expansion would add additional entertainment including arcade games, mini golf courses, a virtual reality arena, escape rooms, party rooms, and a go-kart track.

    dailyhive.com

  • Uber, a multinational rideshare app service, has been approved to operate ride-hailing services in Victoria and the Okanagan region.

    dailyhive.com

  • Uber, a multinational rideshare app service, has been approved to operate ride-hailing services in Victoria and the Okanagan region.

    dailyhive.com

  • Skeena Sawmills is resuming its operations in Terrace after a closure in February, which affected 150 employees for 3 months. Skeena Sawmills will start with one shift and aims to resume full production capacity in the next three months when market conditions improve.

    terracestandard.com

  • Tolko Industries Ltd., a Vernon-based wood products manufacturer, has announced two weeks of unscheduled downtime for its Lakeview sawmill in Williams Lake from May 19 to June 5. The company cited high log costs, low fibre supply and weak lumber markets for the curtailment. The temporary shutdown will affect 50 workers and reduce production by 10 million board feet.

    mycariboonow.com

  • The Gulf Islands National Park Reserve has opened its SMONE?TEN campground for the summer season until September 30. The national park offers outdoor land and water activities, self-guided activities and weekly interpretation programs in July and August.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $198,946 to support four active transportation projects for Indigenous communities, including the Bonaparte First Nation and Adams Lake Indian Band. The initiatives include planning and improving the safety and accessibility of pathways to support active transportation in the communities.

    canada.ca

  • Saku, a Japanese tonkatsu speciality restaurant, has opened in Coquitlam this month.

    dailyhive.com

  • Kokoro Tokyo Mazesoba, the world's largest mazesoba chain restaurant, is planning to open two new restaurants in Metro Vancouver. The restaurants will open in Surrey and Richmond next year.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing $750,000 to Volleyball BC for infrastructure upgrades to the Harry Jerome Sports Centre in Burnaby. Funding supports improvements to the facility, community wellness and local jobs.

    canada.ca

  • The federal government is providing $170M to establish a new wildfire monitoring satellite system called WildfireSat. The Canadian Space Agency will collaborate with OroraTech, a German-based company with offices in Vancouver, and Spire Global, an US spaced-to-cloud data analytics company to establish a wildfire monitoring satellite.

    techcouver.com

  • The Canadian Red Cross, a not-for-profit organization, is hiring a temporary full-time Client Service Support Clerk in Kelowna. The position includes customer service and clerical work with the Health Equipment Loan Program.

    nationtalk.ca

  • BC Ferries' has opened a new $2.5M training facility. The new Simulation Training Centre in Nanaimo offers realistic simulations to train crew members and licensed officers. This facility replaces three older simulators and centralizes training in Nanaimo.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Aragon, a real estate development company, has launched Timber House, North America's largest residential cross-laminated timber (CLT) project in New Westminster. Kalesnikoff, a B.C. company in Thrums, will supply the material to provide mass timber floors, bearing walls and shearwalls for the 77-unit housing project.

    woodworkingnetwork.com

  • Aragon, a real estate development company, has launched Timber House, North America's largest residential cross-laminated timber (CLT) project in New Westminster. Kalesnikoff, a B.C. company in Thrums, will supply the material to provide mass timber floors, bearing walls and shearwalls for the 77-unit housing project.

    woodworkingnetwork.com

  • The B.C. government is providing an additional $16M over three years to support over 1,300 spots for early childhood educators (ECE) education at public post-secondary institutions. The funding increases access to ECE programs and helps address workforce challenges in the sector.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government has provided $9.2M to purchase and renovate the Cheryl Smith Residence, providing 12 new second-stage homes for women and their children leaving violence in Abbotsford. SARA for Women, a non-profit, will operate the homes. The B.C. government will also provide an annual operating subsidy of $240,000.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is supporting SkilledTradesBC on a new process to certify more skilled trades. SkilledTradesBC is accepting applications from industry and other organizations for the identification of trades to be certified until the end of June. The trades identified from the new process to be announced in spring 2024.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government has purchased Mark's Place, a $1.3M supportive housing building located in Prince George with 22 homes. Renovations are expected to be complete by fall 2023. Mark's Place is operated by the Association Advocating for Women and Community (AAWC), who will provide support services including daily meals, education and employment training.

    news.gov.bc.ca
• Week of 2023-05-08 to 2023-05-12

  • B.C. police services are currently recruiting police officers. The RCMP currently has 518 vacant positions and approximately 1,000 vacant temporary positions in British Columbia. Surrey Police Service also has 500 job vacancies.

    cbc.ca

  • Jam Cafe, an all-day breakfast and lunch café, is opening a new location in North Vancouver in June.

    dailyhive.com

  • Bombay Kitchen + Bar, an Indian cuisine, is opening its second restaurant in Vancouver this month.

    dailyhive.com

  • The federal and provincial governments are providing $1.41M to improve ventilation in two elementary schools in Burnaby. The new energy ventilation units and heat pumps will increase airflow, provide a safer environment and reduce energy consumption.

    canada.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $210,000 to Easter Seals British Columbia/Yukon to deliver skills training and 22 weeks of work experience. The programs provides eight participants with disabilities to gain skills, work experience and prepare them for hospitality work in the Lower Mainland.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is collaborating with three organizations to implement programs that prepare students in K-12 schools for new technology. The initiatives include $250,000 to expand DigiBC's Play to Learn program, $150,000 to NPower Canada for digital career skills, and digital marketing courses by Jelly Academy.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Royal BC Museum (RBCM) will be reopening the Old Town gallery on July 29, after being closed since January 2022 due to revamping. The reopening of Old Town is the first phase of a multi-year project to transform RBCM and to incorporate public opinions to be more inclusive and engaging.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $500,000 to Métis Nation BC to host two mental wellness gatherings this fall, including one that helps Métis girls address self-harm and one for community members to have dialogues on alcohol. The two gatherings aims to provide culturally safe resources and tools to approximately 200 community members.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is launching the Trade Diversification Strategy, a new international trade strategy to support business export opportunities with global markets. The Trade Diversification Strategy includes $1.2M annually from the Province for Export Navigator and $913,000 to the World Trade Centre Vancouver to deliver the Trade Accelerator Program, which helps businesses become export ready.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $74.7M over three years to BC's public post-secondary education system to provide over 3,000 technology learning spaces to help people build skills for in-demand jobs. The skills training includes cybersecurity, software engineering, data science, life sciences, creative tech, clean tech and agricultural technology.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The federal, provincial and local governments are providing $10.4M to build a five-storey building with 40 new homes in Courtenay for Indigenous Elders, individuals and peoples living with disabilities on low to moderate incomes. The construction will begin soon and is expected to be complete in late 2024. The building’s ownership will go to Wachiay Friendship Centre Society (WFCS), a non-profit organization that provides cultural programs and events to residents.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government, Fraser Health and the Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation is providing $1.49B towards the new 10-storey Jim Pattison Acute Care Tower of the Royal Columbian Hospital redevelopment project. The acute-care tower will increase the hospital's capacity, allowing it to provide care to more patients, and is expected to be completed by 2025.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The BC Hydro Peace Agricultural Compensation Fund is providing $383,714 to 12 agricultural projects in the Peace region, supporting farming infrastructure, research and demonstration initiatives. Projects include conducting field research and fence construction for BC Grains Producer Association, building a pellet mill for livestock feed for Jedidiah Franklin, and installing a fence for the community pasture for the Bear Mountain Grazing Association.

    northerndevelopment.bc.ca

  • The federal and provincial governments are providing $64M over 5 years to BC Wildfire Services so it can become a year-round service. The funding will support hiring additional firefighters, and providing the training and skills for wildfire and all-hazard response.

    princegeorgecitizen.com

  • The B.C. government’s chief forester has reduced the allowable annual cut (AAC) level to 2.39 million cubic metres for the Mackenzie Timber Supply Area (TSA). The new AAC is based on the assessment of forest health, climate changes, spruce beetle infestations, old-growth management, species at risk, and wildlife habitat.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government provided $5M towards a cellular project on a 70-kilometre stretch of Highway 14, which included the completion of seven cell towers to bring cellular service. The cell connectivity ensures safety and access to critical services for residents, commuters and tourists travelling from Sooke to Port Renfrew.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $380,000 to Options Community Services Society to deliver the Community and Healthcare Interpreter Training Program. The program provides 24 participants in the Lower Mainland with 11 weeks of training, 12 weeks of on-the-job experience, and 2 weeks of support to prepare them for employment in the social services sector.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $2.5M to Vancouver Island Life Science (VILS), a non-profit society, to create a 7,000 sq. ft. facility in the Greater Victoria that supports six local companies with a specialized lab space. The new lab will support the companies in research, development of new technologies and treatments.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $520,000 to Kinghaven Peardonville House Society, to deliver skills and certification courses for its construction-training program, The Purpose Project. The program provides 24 participants with 11 weeks of training, 4 weeks of the on-the-job experience and 1 week of support to prepare them for employment in the construction industry.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Monster, the world's largest 300-metre inflatable obstacle course, will be opening in Victoria and Abbotsford this June. The obstacle course includes family-oriented activities, including food and drinks.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Monster, the world's largest 300-metre inflatable obstacle course, will be opening in Victoria and Abbotsford this June. The obstacle course includes family-oriented activities, including food and drinks.

    dailyhive.com
• Week of 2023-05-01 to 2023-05-05

  • The B.C. government is providing $500,000 in funding to 11 communities to improve infrastructure, including roads, arenas, bridges, drinking water and wastewater systems. Projects include $50,000 each for: the Town of Comox's rehabilitation of sanitary systems, assessments to the City of Trail's water systems, and an asset management strategy for the District of Saanich.

    canada.ca

  • Since January 2023, the B.C. government has provided $2.6M in grants to 51 taxi companies through the Passenger Transportation Accessibility Program Maintenance Rebate. The funding supports the maintenance of 400 wheelchair-accessible vehicles.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government has purchased a property for $2.5M in Terrace, to provide 19 homes for tenants displaced from the Coachman Apartments building. While the building is going through re-development in the long-term, the building is available for tenants to move in immediately.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing an additional $5M to the Innovator Skills Initiative, a program that helps workers gain skills and obtain employment in the technology sector. The goal of the additional funding is to secure up to 500 more placements in the tech sector, with priority given to Indigenous peoples.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $150,000 in funding to Ishtar Women's Resource Society, located in Langley, to support counselling and therapy services for women facing gender-based violence. Ishtar plans to hire additional practicum students to provide professional counselling support.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Columbia Basin Trust is supporting 12 projects to reduce the threat of wildfires in the Kootenays and First Nation communities in the region. The projects include procuring portable water tanks and equipment trailers, and providing training to wildfire fighting crews.

    thefreepress.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing funding for three CleanBC programs that support cleaner heavy-duty transportation, including electric vehicles and infrastructure. The zero-emissions vehicles plan includes $17.3M for the Commercial Vehicles Pilots program, $30M for the Commercial Vehicle Innovation Challenge, and $19.5M to support medium- and heavy-duty vehicle charging infrastructure.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing nearly $300,000 to support clean-energy projects in four First Nations communities in the Lower Mainland and the Interior. The projects aim to provide energy-efficient infrastructure including utility stabilization for the Peters First Nation and solar-energy utilities to the Hiy?ám? ta S?wx?wú7mesh Housing Society, Osoyoos Indian Band, and Nlaka'pamux Nation Tribal Council.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing nearly $300,000 to support clean-energy projects in four First Nations communities in the Lower Mainland and the Interior. The projects aim to provide energy-efficient infrastructure including utility stabilization for the Peters First Nation and solar-energy utilities to the Hiy?ám? ta S?wx?wú7mesh Housing Society, Osoyoos Indian Band, and Nlaka'pamux Nation Tribal Council.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Jenny Craig, an American weight loss and nutrition company, has announced 97 location closures and 400 layoffs in Canada. Jenny Craig has several locations in British Columbia; the number of employees affected in the province is unknown at this time.

    stlawyers.ca

  • The Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) is hiring over 1,000 employees this summer for a variety of positions including the annual fair roles, box office attendants, games and rides operators and guest experience representatives. The hourly wages begin at $17.59.

    dailyhive.com

  • T&T Supermarket, an Asian grocery chain, is opening a new store in Coquitlam this June.

    dailyhive.com

  • Swift Brewing plans to open a new brewery and tasting room in Victoria this May. The location will offer a selection of beer, cocktails and snacks.

    dailyhive.com

  • Please! Beverage Co. plans to open Please! Tasting House, a cocktail lounge, in Vancouver this June. The location will offer drinks and small bites.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) is building a 10,000-seat amphitheater in Vancouver for $65M. The amphitheater will include the world's largest free-span timber roof structure. Construction will begin in 2024 and completion is expected in 2026.

    cbc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $200M towards the Declaration Act Engagement Fund to strengthen engagement, reconciliation and consultations with First Nations and governments. The fund supports staffing, training, meetings and inter-governmental collaboration.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • 11,500 unionized screenwriters from the Writers Guild of America (WGA) have announced a strike action on May 2, potentially affecting hundreds of B.C. industry workers that work in television production. If the strike continues into the summer it may create a shortage in work and delay productions, resulting in layoffs.

    cbc.ca

  • The Richmond Night Market, an annual Asian-inspired night market, opened April 28. The outdoor market will run from Fridays to Sundays until October 9. The night market includes over 100 food vendors and entertainment.

    richmond-news.com

  • The B.C. government is conducting aerial-spray treatments during the spring to eradicated spongy moths, which pose a risk to forests, farms, orchards and trees. The spraying will occur in locations including Port Alberni, Campbell River, Courtenay and Victoria.

    woodbusiness.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $200,000 to support clean-energy projects in two Northern First Nations communities. The projects aim to provide energy-efficient infrastructure including a solar and energy-storage system for the Binche Whut'en First Nation and a community energy plan for the Doig River First Nation.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Sinclar Group Forest Products has announced that it will temporarily curtail operations at Apollo Forest Products in Fort St. James, Lakeland Mills in Prince George, and Nechako Lumber in Vanderhoof over the coming months. The company has cited the high cost of fibre and poor market conditions for the curtailment. There is no information on the number of workers impacted at this time.

    lesprom.com

  • The B.C. government is providing nearly $900,000 to support clean-energy projects for three First Nations communities on Vancouver Island. The projects aim to provide energy-efficient infrastructure including HVAC systems in the Tseshaht First Nation, heating systems for the Heiltsuk Nation and a community energy plan for the Huu-ay-aht First Nations.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $20M in funding to the Investment Agriculture Foundation of BC to support food-and-beverage processing businesses and strengthen food security. The fund will support business upgrades, equipment, the hiring of experts and specialized training.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $200,000 to support clean-energy projects in two northern First Nations communities. The projects aim to provide energy-efficient infrastructure including a solar and energy-storage system for the Binche Whut'en First Nation and a community energy plan for the Doig River First Nation.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Sinclar Group Forest Products has announced that it will temporarily curtail operations at Apollo Forest Products in Fort St. James, Lakeland Mills in Prince George, and Nechako Lumber in Vanderhoof over the coming months. The company has cited the high cost of fibre and poor market conditions for the curtailment. There is no information on the number of workers impacted at this time.

    lesprom.com

  • The B.C. government is providing a $10M grant to the non-profit organization Outdoor Recreation Council of BC (ORCBC) to enhance outdoor recreation experiences. ORCBC works with 70 recreation clubs and associations to organize events, trips, educational programs and maintenance of 20% of B.C.'s trail system.

    news.gov.bc.ca
• Week of 2023-04-24 to 2023-04-28

  • Service Canada's new passport office in Prince George has delayed their opening date. The office was originally scheduled to open on April 25. The delay is due to an ongoing public service strike.

    mynechakovalleynow.com

  • Per Se Social Corner, a restaurant chain offering Italian and Spanish cuisine, plans to open a new location in Vancouver this fall. The new restaurant will provide 212 seats, including an all-season terrace.

    dailyhive.com

  • Ayoub's Dried Fruits and Nuts, a bulk speciality market, is opening a new location in Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • Unni Pastries, a Korean speciality bakery, is opening a 1,100 sq. ft. cafe in Vancouver this May.

    dailyhive.com

  • Nada Grocery, Vancouver's first package-free grocery store, has permanently closed. The closure is due to rental increases and rising costs. Nada will continue to operate their online store.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $20M in funding to support maintenance upgrades to Science World in Vancouver. The infrastructure upgrades includes upgrades to the theatre, electrical and HVAC systems.

    cbc.ca

  • The B.C. government is eliminating reservation fees on BC Ferries for those using the Travel Assistance Program (TAP), which allows BC residents to travel at no cost on the ferry system to receive medical services.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $13,800 to support electrification of the Langley School District's bus fleet. Funding will help in developing a transition strategy for the adoption of zero emission buses.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $457,760 in funding to the Vancouver Fireworks Festival Society, to build on the return of the Honda Celebration of Light in 2023. The three day event is the largest fireworks festival in B.C., drawing approximately 1.3M people annually.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada and BC Hydro are providing $32.7M in funding to support three decarbonization projects. The green energy projects will reduce carbon emissions through electric steam boilers and an underground powerline in Vancouver, electrification of mine haul trucks in Princeton and an underground mine and processing plant in Cariboo.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada and BC Hydro are providing $32.7M in funding to support three decarbonization projects. The green energy projects will reduce carbon emissions through electric steam boilers and an underground powerline in Vancouver, electrification of mine haul trucks in Princeton and an underground mine and processing plant in Cariboo.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada and BC Hydro are providing $32.7M in funding to support three decarbonization projects. The green energy projects will reduce carbon emissions through electric steam boilers and an underground powerline in Vancouver, electrification of mine haul trucks in Princeton and an underground mine and processing plant in Cariboo.

    canada.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $8M in funding to 14 new projects that focus on reducing plastic waste through reusing, or increasing the use of post-consumer recycled plastic. The projects aim to prevent plastic waste, reduce emissions and support clean-tech jobs.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $8M in funding to 14 new projects that focus on reducing plastic waste through reusing, or increasing the use of post-consumer recycled plastic. The projects aim to prevent plastic waste, reduce emissions and support clean-tech jobs.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $8M in funding to 14 new projects that focus on reducing plastic waste through reusing, or increasing the use of post-consumer recycled plastic. The projects aim to prevent plastic waste, reduce emissions and support clean-tech jobs.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The federal and provincial governments are providing $13.02M for flood-hazard mapping, to help prepare and protect B.C. communities. The flood-hazard mapping will provide data for governments and First Nations to make informed decisions for both planning and reducing the impacts of flooding.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $50M in funding to Mitac, a not-for-profit organization which aims to support over 10,000 paid internships over five years. The internships support B.C.'s priority sectors including clean technology, life sciences, emergency management, advanced timber and agricultural technology.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is expanding the Integrated Marketplace initiative to the Port of Prince Rupert. The expansion is part of the province's $11.5M in funding to match businesses with buyers to aid in solving industry problems, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving supply chains.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada has approved the Key Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project, a port expansion project that will increase the port's capacity by 50%. The project will support $275B in trade passing through the ports. The project is expected to help create 1,500 direct jobs and 15,000 indirect jobs when completed.

    canada.ca

  • Ximen Mining Corporation has been granted the final permit for its Kenville gold mine project in Nelson. The original operation (1890-1954) was one of B.C.'s first underground gold mines. The new permit will allow the company to access new vein extensions.

    canadianminingjournal.com
• Week of 2023-04-17 to 2023-04-21

  • The B.C. government is providing $9M through a three-year grant to non-profit organization, Digital Technology Supercluster, to develop and adopt innovative technologies in the construction sector. The work includes digital solutions for the construction sector and designing pilot projects to test solutions.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing funding for the digitization of the BC Building Code and building permit processes to enable faster processing of permits for construction. The BC Building Code digitalization and building permit process will be piloted in 2024.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $470,000 to the Kootenay Columbia College of Integrative Health Sciences to deliver digital business management training in Nelson. Participants will receive 26 weeks of skills training, four weeks of work experience with local employers, and four weeks of follow-up support.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing an additional $10M to the Chinese Canadian Museum for renovations and operational costs, bringing total provincial funding to over $48.5M. The museum is opening July 1 in the Wing Sang Building, the oldest building in Vancouver's Chinatown.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Tolko Industries Ltd., a Vernon-based wood products manufacturer, temporarily cut shifts at its Armstrong mill, effective April 17 and is planning to permanently change from two shifts to a single-shift approach at its Soda Creek mill, in Williams Lake, citing a drop in the demand for some of its wood products. A total of 130 full-time equivalent positions will be affected.

    castanet.net

  • Tolko Industries Ltd., a Vernon-based wood products manufacturer, temporarily cut shifts at its Armstrong mill, effective April 17 and is planning to permanently change from two shifts to a single-shift approach at its Soda Creek mill, in Williams Lake, citing a drop in the demand for some of its wood products. A total of 130 full-time equivalent positions will be affected.

    castanet.net

  • Awesome Place Coffee & Dessert, located in Coquitlam, plans to permanently close by the end of April. A reason for the closure was not provided, but the company plans to reopen a new location in the future.

    dailyhive.com

  • Metro Vancouver Transit Police are looking to recruit and onboard new Community Safety Officers this spring, to enforce transit rules and regulations and ensure safety. Training will begin this spring and officers will be on duty by the fall 2023.

    dailyhive.com

  • Uber Eats, a food delivery app, has begun offering cannabis delivery in Metro Vancouver and Victoria. Currently, Uber Eats has seven providers who can provide cannabis. Delivery drivers are subject to handling requirements, including checking identification to confirm the customer's age and checking for signs of intoxication.

    cbc.ca

  • The City of Burnaby is providing $187M to build the new 300,000 sq. ft. Burnaby Lake Aquatic and Arena Facility, with a 50-metre Olympic-sized swimming pool and an ice rink. Construction has begun and the facility is expected to open in late 2026.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Wine Bar, a speciality wine bar with a selection of over 260 wines, plans to reopen in Vancouver this May. The bar closed during the COVID-19 pandemic due to public health measures.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $236M over three years to support youth with crisis supports, transition services, and improved emergency hospital care and discharge planning. From the funding, $75M will go towards 12 new Foundry centres to support youth with mental-health and addiction support.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The government's of Canada and B.C. are providing $74.3M towards the Keating Cross overpass construction in Central Saanich, which is expected to begin work this summer and be completed by spring 2025. The access will help improve traffic and road safety, and expand the Keating Business Park, where there are currently 3,000 workers.

    cbc.ca

  • The federal and provincial governments have reached agreement with five B.C. First Nations on the Treaty Land Entitlement claims. The Treaty 8 agreement includes monetary compensation and the transfer of 109,385 acres of B.C. Crown land to the First Nations.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $2.9M through the Tourism Relief Fund for 14 projects to support tourism experiences in Vancouver. Funding is expected to create 430 new jobs, attract 514,000 visitors to Vancouver, restore local festivals and improve arts and culture venues.

    canada.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $1.9M to the Cowichan Valley Regional District to fund residential organics collection. The new food and yard waste collection program will help 14,000 households turn waste into compost, and reduce Cowichan Valley's greenhouse gas emissions by more than 9,500 tonnes of carbon-dioxide by 2034.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government through BC Housing has provided $17.2M towards Darry's Place in Courtenay, which provides safe and secure homes for women and children leaving violence. The 40 new homes are managed by Comox Valley Transition Society and available starting May 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $30M in funding to the Comox Valley Sewer Extension South Project, which will provide wastewater services to Union Bay and Royston. The upgrades will promote the K’ómoks First Nation's growth by addressing environmental threats to waterways, which will in turn protect local shellfish, an important source of food for the Nation.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • British Columbia's East Kootenay region is facing a shortage of marriage commissioners in the area. Commissioners must reside in the communities where the weddings take place and cannot serve for more than 10 years. B.C. currently has 384 marriage commissioners across the province.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2023-04-10 to 2023-04-14

  • The B.C. government through BC Housing has proposed a 12-storey supportive housing tower near Renfrew SkyTrain station in Vancouver. The building will accommodate 76 studio units, as part of the City of Vancouver's plan to build 350 new permanent supportive housing units.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $2M to the University of Victoria's PRIMED lab for the research of tidal turbines and other renewable energy sources, including wind, solar and low-carbon hydrogen. Funded projects will support the diversification of B.C.’s marine power sector, clean-tech job creation, and innovation.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The BC Wildfire Service is conducting a pair of wildfire reduction operations in the Prince George-Vanderhoof area. The burns will be conducted intermittently between April and May, between Logan Forest Service road and Binche area. It is expected to reduce fire hazards and protect BC Hydro infrastructure.

    mynechakovalleynow.com

  • The B.C. government is increasing minimum wage from $15.65 to $16.75 per hour, effective June 1. The 6.9% increase in minimum wage reflects B.C.'s average annual inflation rate in 2022.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $9M to the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority to plan and install infrastructure for cruise ships to access clean electricity at Ogden Point. Over 300 cruise ships carrying around 850k passengers are expected to dock this season.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Wild Thing Snack Bar, a restaurant located in Vancouver, plans to permanently close in April 2023. After the closure, the company will operate pop up locations for special events.

    dailyhive.com

  • Cariboo Pulp and Paper is changing previous plans to curtail its operations at its Quesnel mill and will now stop production for the entire month of May while it performs its annual maintenance outage. Workers have been given alternative work assignments and changes to scheduling have been made to lessen the impact. Another curtailment later in the year may happen depending on fibre supply.

    mycariboonow.com

  • B.C. logging truck drivers are reporting challenging working conditions across the province. The province is currently facing a shortage of truck drivers resulting in increased workloads on existing drivers.

    thetyee.ca

  • The Palm Cafe, a California-themed café in Abbotsford, plans to expand its cafe and relocate within the Highstreet Shopping Centre. The cafe's new location is expected to open this summer.

    dailyhive.com

  • Aloha Hawaiian grill, a Hawaiian speciality restaurant, plans to open in Richmond soon.

    dailyhive.com

  • Ueno Sakura, a Japanese restaurant, opened in New Westminster in March.

    dailyhive.com

  • Bobami, a speciality beverage store, opened a new location in Burnaby at the end of March. The spot features bubble tea and fresh beverages.

    dailyhive.com

  • Parker Rooftop is planning to open a new 4000 sq. ft. sky-high dining and drinking restaurant in Vancouver, inside the Parker Hotel. The location can seat up to 140 people and includes an outdoor patio and private dining area.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government is investing $26M to add 250 new public charging electric vehicle stations across the province. B.C. aims to have all vehicles sold in the province be zero emissions by 2035, 5 years ahead of the original 2040 target.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government has introduced legislation to make it easier for strata corporations and owners to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. The Strata Property Act and provincial initiatives on EV charging supports aims to reduce fossil fuels and meet B.C’s climate goals.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government through BC Housing purchased a vacant apartment building in Kamloops for $12.8M, in order to preserve affordable rental housing. BC Housing aims to complete renovations and have tenants move in by summer 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Effective August 2023, the B.C. government is increasing student financial aid and easing repayment. Student loan maximums have been increased up to $280 per week for students. As well, the income threshold for loan repayment will also increase from $25,000 to $40,000.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $540,000 to the BC Construction Training Network Association, located in Metro Vancouver, to deliver training to people for high-demand jobs in the construction industry. Participants will receive 10 weeks of training, four weeks of on-the-job experience with local employers and two weeks of job search support in the construction industry.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • B.C. Transit has launched the new Blink RapidBus Route 95, which offers faster and more frequent service between Victoria and Langford, with an addition of 21 trips daily from Monday to Friday. B.C. Transit also plans to provide similar RapidBus services for some other areas in the future.

    timescolonist.com

  • Real estate developer, Ledingham McAllister, is proposing to redevelop the eight-acre site near Coquitlam's city centre into 1,113 new homes. The redevelopment, Stratford Wynd, will be a large scale redevelopment, producing a 10-fold increase in the number of homes on the site.

    dailyhive.com
• Week of 2023-04-03 to 2023-04-07

  • Zellers will be opening four locations on April 4, with all of the locations within existing Hudson's Bay Company stores. The locations include Downtown Vancouver, Surrey, Abbotsford, and Kamloops. Zellers' e-commerce platform has also launched.

    dailyhive.com

  • London Drugs plans to permanently close its retail location on June 25 at Abbotsford’s Highstreet Shopping Centre, due to logistical challenges. The store also contains a full-service Canada Post office.

    abbynews.com

  • The Regional District of Elk Valley opened a new year-round household hazardous waste collection depot this month at the Fernie Transfer Station, for residents to safely dispose of hazardous materials and product.

    thefreepress.ca

  • The BC Used Oil Management Association opened a new recycling facility in Quesnel this March, to safely dispose of used auto fluids, including oil, antifreeze, and filters and containers.

    quesnelobserver.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $214M over three years to support schools with food programs. The funding will go towards purchasing food and hiring dedicated staff to coordinate providing meals and snacks to students.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Trans qathet, a local alliance for gender diversity and support in Powell River, were hired in March to provide province-wide two-hour staff training on transgender health care services and access for Options for Sexual Health, a provincial non-profit organization. The organization works alongside health authorities to coordinate and deliver sexual health services throughout BC.

    prpeak.com

  • The Seniors Corner, a new centre aimed at providing resources and access to services to support seniors in Terrace, opened at the Skeena Mall this month.

    terracestandard.com

  • The Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital’s new Neonatal Intensive Care Unit plans to open this spring. The facility includes three nursery beds and will provide 24/7 nursing for parents and families of babies born preterm, with a low birth weight or with a health condition that requires special care.

    nelsonstar.com

  • The City of Parksville has begun construction on the Parksville Community Park in March. The gathering plaza project aims to upgrade park infrastructure and improve safety and accessibility for multi-use facilities over the next six months.

    pqbnews.com

  • The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety is accepting applications for the 2023 Chad Bradley Scholarship Award, which provides eligible women pursuing education in Canada in the field of occupational health and safety with a $3,000 scholarship.

    canada.ca

  • HBO, an American television network, is moving production for the second season of its hit series The Last of Us from Calgary to Vancouver. The show is one of the biggest productions in B.C. and will continue supporting B.C. as Canada's largest film industry.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $8.9M over three years to partner with First Nation representatives to develop the first training initiative that will support co-management of land and resources. This year, the Guardians and Stewardship Training Initiative will make post-secondary education and skills training more affordable and accessible.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $958.6M in funding through the new transformative staffing model to improve patient care, working conditions and recruit more nurses. The focus is to improve nurses-to-patient ratio and support career development for nurses.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is supporting flexible work arrangements when feasible for public service workers, effective April 1. The policy opens up government jobs to candidates anywhere in the province where an existing government office is available, expanding opportunities to communities.

    cbc.ca

  • UP Vertical Farms, a new vertical farming enterprise in Pitt Meadows, is aiming to improve food security through locally grown and environmentally sustainable produce. The farm aims to produce 6.3M bags of salad per year, grown at a faster pace, on less agricultural land, and using less freshwater and fertilizer than traditional farming.

    cbc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $1.5M in funding to the Northern Development Initiative Trust to hire 15 regional business liaison positions throughout Northern B.C. for a one-year term. The positions will support economic re-development for rural businesses and communities impacted by changes in the forestry sector.

    northerndevelopment.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing over $560K to Ace Trades and Technical Institute located in Surrey, to support 15-weeks of occupational training and work experience for eligible individuals interested in becoming automotive technicians, millwrights, and welders on the Lower Mainland.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing an estimated $500K in funding to support the improvement and upgrade of multi-use trail systems in Gowlland Tod Provincial Park, located near Victoria. Construction is expected to be underway until June 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $2.2M in funding for over 57 First Nations and local governments in the province, to support the expansion of emergency support services through volunteer recruitment, retention, and training, including in-house training, and the purchase of emergency support services equipment.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $5.7M in funding to support three joint projects, which aim to provide new affordable homes and supports for over 135 people facing homelessness in the Greater Victoria area. The facilities will provide on-site support staff, including daily meal services, employment and life-skills programming, health, and wellness services.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Mountainside Secondary School, located in North Vancouver, has completed seismic upgrades to ensure a safer learning space for students and staff. The $23.7M project was funded by the B.C. government.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $987K in grant funding to Solid State Community Industries, to support racialized people build and launch 15 co-operative enterprises in and around Surrey in non-traditional areas, focused on working-class and in-demand services, such as cleaning, delivery, and laundry services.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Foundry Sea to Sky, a new mental-health and substance-use services centre, has opened a permanent location in Squamish. Supported by the B.C. government, the centre offers integrated health and wellness services for young people between 12 and 24 years.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • U.S. hardware chain, Lowe's, will convert all of its Canadian stores into Canadian hardware outlet, Rona. Employment is not expected to be impacted however locations in Vancouver, New Westminster, Abbotsford, Victoria, and Nanaimo will undergo the rebranding.

    dailyhive.com

  • U.S. hardware chain, Lowe's, will convert all of its Canadian stores into Canadian hardware outlet, Rona. Employment is not expected to be impacted however locations in Vancouver, New Westminster, Abbotsford, Victoria, and Nanaimo will undergo the rebranding.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $119M over three years to provide a range of free contraceptives to eligible British Columbian residents. Effective April 1, B.C.’s PharmaCare will provide the free contraceptives to B.C. residents with a prescription from their physician.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2023-03-27 to 2023-03-31

  • Tolko Industries Ltd., a Vernon-based wood products manufacturer, announced plans to temporarily reduce overnight and weekend shifts beginning in April at the Heffley Creek mill in Kamloops, citing a drop in the demand for some of its wood products. The company did not indicate how many workers would be affected.

    kamloopsthisweek.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $2M in funding to extend and expand the Impact program run through the Delta Community Living Society, which aims to support youth between 15 and 19 with developmental disabilities find employment. The funding is expected to help over 360 youth in B.C. to find jobs.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • BBQ Chicken, a Korean restaurant chain, plans to open a new location in Burnaby this May.

    dailyhive.com

  • Tea Drop Cafe, a new café offering hot beverages and bubble tea, opened in Vancouver in January.

    dailyhive.com

  • Pho & Roll by Wooden Fish, a new Vietnamese restaurant, plans to open in West Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • Playland, an amusement park in Vancouver, is hiring for 200 jobs, including roles in games, rides, guest experience, maintenance, and food and beverage, to support park operations beginning in June.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government will provide $21.8M in funding over three years to permanently increase the number of provincially subsidized seats from 20 to 40, for B.C. veterinary students attending the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing one-time grants totalling $45M in funding for all 71 public libraries and for organizations that help libraries deliver their services in the province. The funding aims to expand programs and services and facilitate better access to information and technology.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada and the Town of Comox will provide over $485K in joint funding to modernize the Comox Community Centre. The infrastructure project aims to upgrade the centre with more energy efficient electric heat pumps.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $12.5M in funding to support the construction of a new healing centre in the community of T?emlúps te Secwépemc in Kamloops. The centre aims to provide a safe space and will provide trauma-informed programs to support individuals and their families in their spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical healing.

    canada.ca

  • The B.C. government and Providence Health Care plan to build a new 240-bed care home in Vancouver, to support the growing demands for high-quality long-term community-based care in the city. The project is currently in the procurement phase, with construction expected to start in fall 2025 and be complete in fall 2028.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing over $12M in funding for 281 not-for-profit organizations, to support public safety and environmental programs which aim to address emergency preparedness and community safety and conservation and environmental awareness.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing nearly $10.4M in funding to the BC Association of Friendship Centres, to expand access, education, and training opportunities over the next five years for over 500 Indigenous youth in B.C. during the annual Gathering Our Voices Indigenous youth leadership conference.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government and Interior Health plan to open a new urgent and primary care centre in the community of Rutland, located in Kelowna. The facility is expected to open in Fall 2023 and create over 31 full-time jobs, including family doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, physiotherapists, and life-skills workers.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government announced the successful expansion of high-speed internet infrastructure in the First Nations community of Coldwater 1 near Merritt this month. The jointly funded $358K project supports more than 120 households.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government plans to open a new complex care housing location in New Westminster, to deliver services to people facing overlapping mental health, substance use, homelessness, trauma or brain injuries.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Francois Ootsa Sportsman’s Association, a community organization in Burns Lake, has received municipal approval to build a recreational shooting range in Southside, which aims to support programs and learning focused on ethical hunting and firearms safety.

    burnslakelakesdistrictnews.com

  • Ubuntu Canteen, a restaurant and café located in Vancouver, plans to permanently close on April 16.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government is providing over $440K in funding to the Vancouver ecoVillage Society, to support 17-weeks of occupational training and work experience for eligible individuals interested in becoming certified community support workers.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Regional District of Central Kootenay is seeking individuals interested in working as pool staff and lifeguards at recreation facilities in Castlegar, Nelson, and Creston. Due to shortages, the district is offering full and part-time work, and potentially subsidized training.

    nelsonstar.com

  • The B.C. government plans to introduce legislative amendments in fall 2023 which aim to provide $30M in 2023-2024 funding to the Island Coastal Economic Trust, Northern Development Initiative Trust, and the Economic Trust of the Southern Interior. Each trust will receive $10M to create new jobs and support rural communities and businesses.

    news.gov.bc.ca
• Week of 2023-03-20 to 2023-03-24

  • Island Health plans to open a new integrated health-care centre in Sooke. The new facility will combine the community’s medical facilities in the future development to facilitate access to improved health services and create new opportunities for healthcare providers. Funding is also being provided to hire an Indigenous cultural safety liaison to support the project while planning is underway.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government will provide up to $3M in funding to help bring access to high-speed internet to more than 500 households in the rural, remote, and Indigenous communities of Gitanyow and Stewart in northwestern B.C.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Island Health plans to build a new 306-bed care home in Colwood, to support the growing demands for high-quality long-term community-based care in the region. The $224M project is expected to begin construction in 2025 and complete in 2027.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is currently accepting applications from enrolled students interested in bursaries to help pay costs of early childhood education programs at post-secondary institutions in the province. Students can apply until April 3 and may be eligible for as much as $5,000 per semester.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government has partnered with the Sts’ailes First Nation to support the development of the Sts’ailes Community Care Campus, which aims to provide improved access to First Nations-led primary care for people living in Harrison Mills, and north of the Fraser River between Agassiz and Mission. Construction on the permanent facility is expected to begin this year.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $6.2M in funding to support a joint project to replace two aging apartment buildings in Surrey through the development of a new 89-unit affordable rental building for seniors with low incomes. Construction is expected to begin in fall 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Broadway Subway Project in Vancouver reached a new construction milestone in March as a second tunnel-boring machine broke through to the future Mount Pleasant Station. The project aims to expand SkyTrain service along the Broadway corridor, which is B.C.’s second-largest jobs centre. More than 13,000 jobs are estimated to be supported during the construction phase.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada and the City of Vancouver are providing over $36.2M In joint funding to support Vancouver’s Rain City Strategy, which aims to enhance the use of natural infrastructure to prevent urban flooding and improve water quality.

    canada.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $65M in funding to the City of Prince Rupert, to support infrastructure improvements and upgrades for its water-distribution system, to ensure reliable water services for the community.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government has partnered with the Northern Development Initiative Trust to provide $75M in funding to support projects which aim to expand cellular coverage along 550KM of provincial highways by 2027 and enable better safety for travellers along key transportation routes across British Columbia.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $25.7M in funding to support 10 Vancouver-based organizations to commercialize new technologies and innovations in various sectors and facilitate access to new markets. The funding is also expected to accelerate business growth and enable the creation of new jobs.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $3M in funding for three projects in British Columbia through Health Canada’s Substance Use and Addictions Program. The funding aims to reduce social barriers and support greater prevention, harm reduction and treatment services including access to safer drug supply programs.

    canada.ca

  • Transport Canada is providing up to $23M to Global Agriculture Trans-Loading Inc. for a project that seeks to improve rail capacity for the agriculture sector in Surrey and enable Canadian agricultural products to reach global markets faster.

    canada.ca

  • BC Ferries is seeking to hire more than 500 new employees for customer service and terminal attendant roles for all its sailing locations, with the aim to reduce crew shortages and cancelled sailings.

    cheknews.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing nearly $30M in funding to extend the Marine Training Program for four additional years, and to continue delivering marine training opportunities for Indigenous Peoples, Northerners, and women.

    newswire.ca

  • Benkei Ramen, a ramen restaurant located in Vancouver, permanently closed in March.

    dailyhive.com

  • Forêt Noire Café opened its new café location in Vancouver in March.

    dailyhive.com

  • Pepper Lunch, a chain restaurant, permanently closed its Vancouver location in March.

    dailyhive.com

  • Trattoria, an Italian restaurant located in Vancouver, plans to indefinitely close on April 6.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $44.8M in funding to the Okanagan College Kelowna campus to support the creation of a new Centre for Food, Wine, and Tourism, which will include modern teaching spaces, food labs, beverage research and development facilities, and common spaces for students to pursue expanded occupational training and work experience programs in food and hospitality industries.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing over $200K to YMCA BC in the Lower Mainland, to support occupational training and work experience for about 12 eligible individuals interested in becoming fire-protection technicians.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government has partnered with the Columbia Basin Trust to provide $2.5M in funding to support 20 projects which aim to contribute to wildfire risk reduction in the Columbia Basin and create new jobs.

    e-know.ca

  • The B.C. government announced $261.1M in funding to support school maintenance projects across the province. Projects include $41M to upgrade heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems at 101 schools, and $13 million will go toward the purchase of at least 67 new school buses.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $479M in funding to TransLink, to support the expansion of transit services and ensure reliable public transit that connects people to jobs, schools, and essential services in Metro Vancouver.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $2.4M in funding to support eleven new projects which aim to provide increased housing, public safety and economic development opportunities for people living in northern B.C. communities experiencing rapid economic growth.

    news.gov.bc.ca
• Week of 2023-03-13 to 2023-03-17

  • The Government of Canada is providing $840K in funding to support the development of a 1.5km multi-use path along Prairie Avenue in Port Coquitlam.

    canada.ca

  • Kent’s Kitchen, a restaurant located in Vancouver’s Chinatown, announced plans to permanently close in April.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government has approved the development of the Blackwater Gold project, a planned open-pit gold mine located in central British Columbia, approximately 160 km southwest of Prince George. The project is expected to create 825 direct full-time jobs per year during the construction and expansion phases of the mine's development.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government has provided $40.9M in funding to support an expansion project at the Kwantlen Park Secondary School located in Surrey. The project aims to provide new learning spaces for 500 additional students.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • 37 new affordable rental homes for low- or moderate-income seniors, individuals, and families, are under construction in Tofino. The jointly funded project is supported by the provincial and federal governments and municipal organizations.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government has provided a $700K grant to the B.C. division of the Canadian Mental Health Association, to support the development of free online resources and enhanced training programs which aim to facilitate safe and inclusive workplaces.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $1M in funding to support nearly 140 sport organizations throughout the province. The funding aims to aid sport-related events that attract visitors to B.C. and enable athletes to compete locally.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government and Telus are providing approximately $529K in joint funding to expand access to high-speed internet in more than 130 households on Westham Island, a community located in Delta.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $25M over three years for the creation of dedicated police-prosecutor-probation officer teams aimed at supporting the Repeat Violent Offending Intervention Initiative and enhance community safety. Over 55 jobs are expected to be created.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government has issued an Environmental Assessment certificate for the construction and operation of the Cedar LNG project, a liquefied natural gas facility and marine export terminal located on Haisla-Nation-owned land in Kitimat. Nearly 500 people are expected to be employed at the facility during construction and approximately 100 people would be employed full-time when operational.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government plans to expand the Provincial Tuition Waiver Program to all B.C. former youth in care at any age beginning on August 1, 2023. The program originally waived tuition and fees for post-secondary education for former youth in care between the ages of 19 and 26.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $30M in funding to continue supporting the implementation of Canada’s National Dementia Strategy and accelerate innovation in aging and brain health to support the well-being of older adults facing cognitive, emotional, and physical challenges.

    canada.ca

  • The One Sixty, a wine bar and café, plans to open Port Moody’s first wine bar soon. The city currently has six craft breweries and one establishment for spirits.

    tricitynews.com

  • JYSK, a Danish home goods retailer, will permanently close one of it Coquitlam locations this May. The closure is due to the expiring lease.

    tricitynews.com

  • The City of Vancouver is expecting an all-time record of 331 cruise ship visits with up to 1.3M passengers for the 2023 cruise ship season at Canada Place. The cruise ship passengers boarding and disembarking will support jobs and provide economic support to local restaurants, shops, hotels, and entertainment businesses.

    dailyhive.com

  • Karen's Diner, an Australia-based restaurant, announced a pop-up experience in Vancouver from May 13 to 21.

    dailyhive.com

  • North Vancouver’s Shipyards Night Market (SYNM), a seasonal night market, is reopening from May 12 to September 15, 2023. The night market features a beer garden, live music, market vendors and food trucks.

    dailyhive.com

  • Kind Cafe and Eatery, a vegan cafe in Vancouver, will permanently close in April.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Government of Canada and TransLink are providing the City of Surrey with $21.8M towards the widening of 152 Street and Nicomekl bridge project to protect the transportation route from flooding. The City of Surrey approved spending $46M towards the project. The construction is expected to begin this month and completed by summer 2025.

    dailyhive.com

  • BC Transit will be halting bus services in the Fraser Valley region, including Agassiz-Harrison, the Central Fraser Valley, Chilliwack and Hope from March 9 to 11. The handyDART services will remain at full capacity.

    globalnews.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing 150 affordable homes, including transition houses, a short-term shelter and housing, for women and children. The new homes are opening or are under construction in four different locations, including New Hazelton, Lower Post, Duncan and Port Coquitlam.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $1.7M in funding to support three Indigenous-led active transportations projects in Northern B.C., including the Nisga’a Village of Gitlaxt’aamix and Wiset First Nation for safer and accessible transportation. The infrastructure projects include new sidewalks, pedestrian pathways/bridges, bike lanes, trails and solar-powered lighting.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $2.5M in funding to support 10 projects throughout the Fraser Valley and Fraser Canyon region, which aims to revitalize public spaces and support tourism related businesses. The project aims to improve community wellness, create jobs and grow the local economy.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $1.2M towards 12 projects across the West Kootenays to support businesses, upgrade infrastructure and enhance tourism experiences. The projects aim to grow economic opportunities, create jobs and improve community wellness.

    canada.ca

  • The City of Trail is seeking individuals interested in working as pool staff and lifeguards. Full and part-time work is on the offer, and potentially subsidized training.

    nelsonstar.com

  • Le Parfait, a new Lebanese sweets restaurant, opened in Vancouver this month.

    dailyhive.com

  • Cool House Filipino Fusion opened its restaurant in Vancouver in February.

    dailyhive.com

  • Trees Coffee, a BC-based café chain, opened a new location in Surrey this month.

    dailyhive.com

  • Sempre Uno, a new Italian restaurant, opened in North Vancouver this month.

    dailyhive.com
• Week of 2023-03-06 to 2023-03-10

  • Vanprop has partnered with Bosa Properties to redevelop Lansdowne Shopping Centre, located in Richmond, into a residential centre with 1,075 residential units in the first phase, including 150 affordable rental units and 150 market rental units. If the first development phase is approved, construction is expected to start in March 2025.

    richmond-news.com

  • Wonderworld Montessori Academy is planning to build its second location in Vancouver, with the facility accommodating up to 86 children. A total of 16 licensed staff will operate the 11,730 sq. ft. facility.

    dailyhive.com

  • Good Earth Coffeehouse, a Canadian-founded coffee chain, has opened a new location in downtown Victoria.

    dailyhive.com

  • Mama Said Pizza Co., a brick-and-mortar restaurant, announced plans to open a 1,100 sq. ft. location in Port Moody.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government through the Growing Communities Fund is providing over $15M to the City of Kamloops for new infrastructure. The new amenities include recreation facilities, transit services, parks and water treatment plants.

    kamloopsthisweek.com

  • Nordstrom, an upscale U.S.-based retailer will permanently close of all its Canadian stores by the end of June, impacting 643 jobs in B.C.'s two locations. The closures include 230,000 sq. ft. Nordstrom store in Vancouver and the Nordstrom Rack in Langley.

    cbc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $200M in funding for food security to ensure residents have better access to an increased supply of affordable, local food. The funding aims to boost both the province's food bank system and agricultural production. Funding for Indigenous communities will also help with food availability, cost and food security.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $3.9M in funding to four projects to support B.C.'s Francophone and Francophile communities. The projects will contribute to Francophone and Francophile businesses, support and maintain jobs, aid tourism operators and enhance cultural hubs.

    canada.ca

  • The B.C. government, through the Growing Communities Fund, is providing $37M in funding to Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore and Belcarra. Funding will support local services, infrastructure and community amenities.

    tricitynews.com

  • Salina Cheng Music Academy, located in Coquitlam, permanently closed this month. The closure is due to financial pressures from the COVID-19 pandemic and the recent loss of two piano teachers and a receptionist.

    tricitynews.com

  • Local developer Marcon is proposing a 32-storey hotel with 578 rooms in downtown Vancouver to support tourism. The building will include the hotel, a restaurant as well as retail and office space.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $586M in funding to health-care treatments and recovery services. The funding aims to add over 195 treatment and recovery beds throughout B.C. and establish improved supports for people with concurrent mental-health and addiction challenges.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $233K in funding to expand Young Entrepreneur Leadership Launchpad (YELL) Canada programming in Terrace, Smithers, Vanderhoof, Prince George and Quesnel. The programming aims to provide access for over 180 students to entrepreneurship and leadership opportunities.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $300K in funding to the Daylu Dena Council of the Kaska Nation for their Capacity Building Strategy project, which aims to plant 10,000 trees to help rehabilitate and restore lands impacted by the Lutz Creek Wildfire, near Lower Post.

    canada.ca

  • Mishmish, a new Middle Eastern bakery and café, plans to open in Vancouver this year.

    dailyhive.com

  • Cobs Bread, an Australian bakery chain, announced plans to open a new location in Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Chinese Canadian Museum, located in Vancouver, is expected to officially open in July 2023. The jointly funded facility aims to help revitalize the city’s Chinatown district.

    dailyhive.com

  • IKEA, a Swedish home goods retail chain, is seeking to expand its store location in Richmond to a total floor area of more than 507,000 sq. ft. The City of Richmond is currently considering the proposed project.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government is allocating $150M for upgrades to the province's 911 emergency communications system. The project aims to build a technologically enhanced emergency network which includes accessibility features and provides public safety for people living and travelling in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Governments of Canada and British Columbia have signed an agreement in principle which aims to provide $27.47B in federal funding over 10 years to improve health care services in B.C. Funding also includes $3.32B aimed at supporting shared health care priorities and immediate funding of $273M to address urgent needs, especially in pediatric hospitals and emergency rooms, and surgery backlogs.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities are providing $487K in joint-funding to the City of Prince Rupert, to support a pilot project to install a new wastewater treatment technology and study how it can be integrated with local soils, plants, and other features of the natural landscape.

    canada.ca
• Week of 2023-02-27 to 2023-03-03

  • Wicked Café opened a new café and bakery location in Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $500M in funding to BC Ferries, to prevent double-digit fare increases due to inflation and maintain annual average fare increases below 3% a year.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Canfor Corporation, a BC-based forest products company, has begun exploring alternative uses for its pulp mill located in Taylor, as the company does not expect the operations to restart.

    alaskahighwaynews.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $65.3M to support the development of a new 485-seat elementary school in Kamloops. Construction on the school is anticipated to start in spring 2024 and open in summer 2026.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is implementing measures to reduce emergency room wait times for people facing mental-health crises. The changes include quicker access to care and expanded authority for assessment from physicians to nurse practitioners.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $440M in funding to BC Cancer to support the improvement of cancer care delivery. The funding aims to expand cancer-care teams and service hours, revise pay structures for medical staff, improve cancer screening, support cancer research, increase Indigenous patient support, and aid patients who must travel for care.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Royal BC Museum will commence construction this summer on its collections and research building, located in Colwood. The $270M project is funded by the B.C. government and is expected create over 1,000 direct and indirect jobs until its completion in Summer 2026.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Seabridge Gold, a Canadian resource exploration company, has partnered with the Nisga’a and Tahltan First Nations on the Seabridge KSM Project located in near Stewart. The mining project is expected to create over 1,550 onsite jobs annually during the five-year construction phase, and 1,400 onsite jobs once the mine is in full production.

    thenorthernview.com

  • Thompson Rivers University, located in Kamloops, plans to begin offering a new Master of Nursing-Nurse Practitioner program this year. The full-time, two-year program will allow graduates to work as independent nurse practitioners who can assess a patient’s health, prescribe medications, order, and interpret tests and refer patients to specialists.

    kamloopsthisweek.com

  • Tree Hugger-Wellness Bar, a new restaurant located in Hope, opened in February.

    hopestandard.com

  • The B.C. government is increasing the budget of its Employment Standard Branch by nearly $12M over the next three years to hire up to 33 additional full-time employees to support increased demand its services.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Canadian Blood Services plans to open a new plasma donation centre location in Abbotsford this April, to increase the national plasma supply.

    abbynews.com

  • The Coombs-Hilliers Volunteer Fire Department, located near Qualicum Beach, is currently seeking new volunteer firefighters to provide fire and emergency response support to the community.

    pqbnews.com

  • The Oak Bay Marina restaurant, located in Victoria, permanently closed in March due to labour shortages, supply issues and pressures from inflation.

    timescolonist.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing $5M in funding to support 25 research projects which aim to examine existing standards, best practices, and guidelines for the delivery of mental health and substance use services for children, youth and young adults, and provide improved care and service delivery.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $2.5M in funding to the Canadian Coalition for Seniors Mental Health, for the development and dissemination of guidelines, training, tools and resources for health care providers, caregivers, and seniors, in order to promote and protect the mental health of older adults.

    canada.ca

  • Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada is allocating $13M in funding to enhance the Youth Employment and Skills Program, which aims to help support approximately 1200 jobs for youth in the agriculture sector. The program is now open and accepting applications.

    canada.ca

  • Air Canada plans to introduce direct route from Vancouver to Washington, D.C. The service is expected to seasonally operate five flights per week starting on June 1, 2023.

    dailyhive.com

  • BC Parks is currently seeking experienced individuals interested in working as park rangers and other related roles.

    dailyhive.com

  • Pot Empire, a new hot-pot restaurant, opened in Burnaby in February.

    dailyhive.com

  • Malaysia Street Milk Tea & Dessert opened a new restaurant location in Richmond in February.

    dailyhive.com
• Week of 2023-02-20 to 2023-02-24

  • 130 new affordable rental homes for low- or moderate-income seniors, individuals, families, and people living with disabilities, opened in Langford and Victoria in February. The joint-funded projects were completed in partnership with the B.C. government and municipal organizations.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Bed Bath & Beyond, a US-based home goods retail chain, plans to shutdown its operations this year in Canada, which includes the permanent closure its store locations in Kamloops and Kelowna.

    kamloopsthisweek.com

  • Bed Bath & Beyond, a US-based home goods retail chain, plans to shutdown its operations this year in Canada, which includes the permanent closure its store location in Victoria.

    dailyhive.com

  • Baroness Bubble Tea, a speciality beverage chain, opened its second location in Vancouver in February.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Ocean Legacy Foundation opened its new Ocean Plastic Depot in February, a marine waste sorting site at the Seven Mile Landfill and Recycling Centre in the North Island, between Port McNeill and the Port Alice.

    northislandgazette.com

  • The B.C. First Nations Forestry Council is seeking interested applicants for the Indigenous Forestry Scholarship Program, which exposes Indigenous talent to BC forestry sector through work, study, and mentorship opportunities.

    forestrycouncil.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing a further $180M in funding to the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund, which aims to support projects that help local governments and First Nations reduce risks from future disasters related to natural hazards and climate change.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing nearly $1.2M in funding to Biathlon Canada, to support the promotion of biathlon across Canada and to support high-performance athletes at the national and international levels.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $46.5M in funding for the Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery, an organization aimed at developing workforce training solutions for a net-zero economy. The funding will support the Quick Train Canada project, to provide training for 10,000 Canadians with access to fully funded micro-credentials to help increase their skills and competencies.

    canada.ca

  • Conifex Timber Inc., a BC-based forest products manufacturer, plans to temporarily curtail production at its sawmill in Mackenzie for two weeks, as of February 21, 2023, due to rail transportation challenges.

    globenewswire.com

  • Arc’teryx, a Canadian outdoor equipment retailer, is seeking to hire for 100 job openings, including 70 hybrid or remote roles at is headquarters located in North Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • Bed Bath & Beyond, a US-based home goods retail chain, plans to shutdown its operations this year in Canada, which includes the permanent closure of all locations in the Lower Mainland.

    dailyhive.com

  • Lotus Pond, a Chinese restaurant located in Victoria, plans to permanently close at the end of April 2023.

    dailyhive.com

  • Tamaly Shop, a new Mexican grocery market and café, opened in February.

    dailyhive.com

  • Cake It Easy, a new bakery located in Vancouver, opened in February.

    dailyhive.com

  • Interior Health has signed a contract to begin construction on the Cariboo Memorial Hospital redevelopment project located in Williams Lake. The $366M project is expected to be completed in 2029, with the first phase of construction beginning in Spring 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $20M in funding to support 74 local and First-Nations-led active transportation projects in the province. The projects include multi-use pathways, protected bike lanes, pedestrian bridges, and regional connections, as well as lighting, sidewalks and other safety improvements.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $8.2M in funding to the Canadian Mental Health Association of British Columbia, to support the Links to Employment program and to expand the program into new communities. The program provides supports and services, including employment, for people who face multiple and persistent barriers to employment.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing over $1.6M to the Young Women’s Christian Association in Vancouver, to support occupational training and work experience for 50 eligible women interested in becoming professional truck drivers in the Lower Mainland.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $5.3M in funding to 49 non-profit groups for capital projects in 2023. Projects include upgrading arts and recreation facilities and providing improved services for vulnerable communities.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $1.7M in initial funding and $1.7M annually to the University of British Columbia to establish 20 additional seats for midwifery programs.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing over $460K to the Complete School of Truck Transportation in Victoria, to support occupational training and work experience for eligible individuals interested in becoming professional truck drivers in the Greater Victoria Area.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government plans to allocate $25M to support forest management measures in collaboration with First Nations, and double the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund to $180M that aims to helps mills transition to manufacturing high-value wood products.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $46.3M in funding to support Trucking Human Resources Canada’s Driving Economic Recovery project, which aims to provide training subsidies and wage subsidies to support the recruitment, training and onboarding of up to 1,400 new truck drivers and 1,200 workers for other in-demand occupations within the trucking sector.

    canada.ca
• Week of 2023-02-13 to 2023-02-17

  • The B.C. government is providing $16.2M in funding over three years to expand youth peer support services and social work job training at Foundry centres across the province, which offer integrated health and wellness services for young people between 12 and 24 years.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $14.5M in funding to support two projects with the British Columbia Institute of Technology, located in Burnaby. Over $9.3M will support a training for gas turbine maintenance, repair, and overhaul, which is expected to create 160 new jobs. And, over $5.3M will be used to create a Biomanufacturing Training Centre.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $700K in funding to Squash Canada, to support the promotion of squash across Canada and high-performance athletes at the national and international levels.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $225K in funding over two years for AthletesCAN, to support national athletes through the development of an online platform that can provide centralized information and resources concerning the Canadian sport system.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $2.3M in funding to the Skills Centre Society, a social development organization based in Trail. The funding will facilitate the Skills Centre Eco-Renovation Project, which aims to provide utility and accessibility upgrades for the facility.

    canada.ca

  • WestJet plans to introduce a direct route from Vancouver to Nashville, Tennessee. The service is expected to operate twice a week from May to October.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Government of Canada provided $98,000 in funding to Gabriola Island Recycling Organization, which aims to launch a textile repurposing project for Indigenous, women and youth entrepreneurs on Gabriola Island and Central Vancouver Island. The funding is expected to create eight jobs and help 30 local small businesses.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $1.8M to the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation, to support community revitalization projects in Vancouver’s Chinatown that includes new lighting, signage, and other building improvements. The funding is expected to create up to 50 jobs for underrepresented groups.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $50,000 in funding to the British Columbia Economic Development Association for the development of educational services to support underrepresented groups with economic recovery from the impact of COVID-19 and highlight best practices for supporting Indigenous, women, and youth entrepreneurs.

    canada.ca

  • The Forest Enhancement Society of BC has provided $500K in funding to the City of Quesnel, to provide training on wildfire mitigation and support the creation of new jobs.

    quesnelobserver.com

  • The Legion Veterans Village, which comprises of approximately 100 new affordable rental homes for veterans, first responders, legion members, families and individuals, opened in Surrey this month. The B.C. government provided $12M in funding to support project.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $4.5M in funding to support the Rural Business and Community Recovery Initiative, a provincial program which helps to hire advisers that work with local communities and businesses to access economic development services and strategies.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government has implemented the Growing Communities Fund, which aims to provide a one-time $1 billion fund in grants to all B.C.’s municipalities and regional districts, to fund community infrastructure and amenities. Funding is expected to be distributed by the end of March 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Our Place Society, located in Saanich, opened this month. The building comprises of 52 new homes with 24/7 support services for people experiencing homelessness. The project has received over $18M in provincial funding and will receive approximately $1.26 million in annual operating funding.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $5M in funding to support shoreline stabilization and dike projects along the Fraser River, which aim to help ensure flood protection for communities including the Sqwá First Nation, Shxwhá:y Village and Chilliwack. Construction is expected to begin in 2024.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $17M in funding to support the construction of 155 new affordable rental homes in Burnaby for seniors with low to moderate incomes. The jointly funded project is expected to be completed by 2025.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The new Tech Collider, a multi-purpose learning centre and collaboration space, at the British Columbia Institute of Technology in Vancouver opened this month. The B.C. government provided $9.85M in funding to support the development.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Flair Airlines plans to introduce a direct route from Kamloops to Edmonton. The service is expected to operate three times weekly beginning June 15, 2023.

    kamloopsthisweek.com

  • The City of Vancouver is providing nearly $2.5M in grant funding for organizations to hire individuals experiencing homelessness, and other low-income people, to perform street cleaning.

    dailyhive.com

  • The City of Burnaby is seeking to develop a 21-acre organic waste recycling facility in Foreshore Park. The $182M project is awaiting approval to begin construction in 2024.

    dailyhive.com

  • The community of Fort Nelson has approved the development of a McDonalds restaurant just off the Alaska Highway at Airport Drive. Construction is expected to begin once a building permit has been issued and could be completed as early as October 2023.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $830,000 in funding to support six projects throughout the Skeena-Bulkley Valley which aim to revitalize public spaces and enhance tourism.

    canada.ca
• Week of 2023-02-06 to 2023-02-10

  • Skeena Sawmills Ltd. is indefinitely closing its sawmill and pellet plant in Terrace, B.C. on February 8, due to high operating costs from a combined lack of a secure fibre supply and weak markets. Over 150 employees are expected to be impacted, in addition to the mill’s logging contractors and other suppliers.

    terracestandard.com

  • The District of Kitimat will receive over $910K in joint funding through the Organics Infrastructure Program, to support the development of a new composting facility. The facility is expected to reduce waste and create jobs while improving soil health.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government has implemented its Integrated Child and Youth teams in a number of smaller BC communities to provide new services and supports for children and youth facing mental-health and substance-use challenges.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Kanaka Pizza permanently closed its pizza restaurant in Maple Ridge this month.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government is providing nearly $170K in funding to support the development of a composting facility on Salt Spring Island, that will process the community’s organic materials.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $23.4M in funding through the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund to 49 Indigenous and local governments in the province, to support projects aimed at improving climate change resiliency.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing approximately $5M in funding through the Indigenous Resilience and Recovery Grant Initiative, to support 23 Indigenous-led non-profit organizations that deliver critical programs and services to individuals and families.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $485,410 in funding for Community Futures North Okanagan to expand the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot project in the Southern Interior of B.C., which aims to help smaller communities attract newcomers and provide settlement services and mentoring opportunities.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $46.5M in funding over five years to Ocean Networks Canada, an initiative of the University of Victoria, to support the enhancement of ocean monitoring systems for data collection and observation.

    canada.ca

  • Sunnyside Elementary School, located in Surrey, has added ten new classrooms through a $11.4M project funded by the B.C. government. The project has enabled a 250-seat expansion and space for additional childcare services.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Cariboo Pulp and Paper, a pulp mill in Quesnel, announced plans to curtail operations in mid-April for a month and then for another month in the third quarter due to fibre supply challenges.

    westfraser.com

  • The City of Fernie is planning to conduct a wildfire fuel management in the Ridgemont area to reduce the risk of wildfire to the community. The $185K jointly funded project is expected to be completed over an 8-week period beginning this month.

    thefreepress.ca

  • The City of Prince George will host the 2025 Special Olympics B.C. Summer Games. The event is expected to host around 1,100 athletes, 300 coaches and support staff.

    princegeorgecitizen.com

  • The Oak Bay Library branch of the Greater Victoria Public Library will be closed for up to 12 weeks to remove asbestos.

    timescolonist.com

  • The BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver has been approved to develop a new $222M Centre for Children and Youth Living with Health Complexity facility. Work on the new centre is expected to begin in 2025, with completion in 2028.

    dailyhive.com

  • TransLink is planning to develop a new transit depot on 20-acres of vacant land in Vancouver, to provide operations, maintenance, and a parking hub for a future fleet of over 400 electric-battery buses.

    dailyhive.com

  • Cafe D’Lite Express, a Singaporean and Malaysian restaurant located at the Aberdeen Centre food court in Richmond, plans to permanently close in March.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government has provided approximately $2 million in funding to the Justice Institute of B.C., to expand its paramedic training programs for over 130 students in communities around the province

    news.gov.bc.ca
• Week of 2023-01-30 to 2023-02-03

  • Western Forest Products announced the closure this month of its Alberni-Pacific Division facility, located in Port Alberni, British Columbia. The mill, which employs over 100 workers, has been curtailed since last fall due to weak lumber markets.

    cbc.ca

  • Canfor Corporation, a BC-based forest products company, announced plans to temporarily close its sawmill in Houston this spring for an extended period, to facilitate a major redevelopment project.

    canfor.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $3M in funding to support the launch of the Passenger Transportation Accessibility Program, which aims to offset the extra costs that taxi owner-operators face in providing wheelchair-accessible vehicles.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The governments of Canada and B.C. provided $140K in funding to the Parksville and District Chamber of Commerce, to support the delivery of the Prep Chef Certificate program by North Island College. The program aims to support occupational training and work experience for individuals interested hospitality careers.

    pqbnews.com

  • The Maritime Museum of B.C., located in Victoria, has received a $17K grant from the Federal government, to support the purchase of a large-format scanner, which aims to digitalize collections and exhibits for the public.

    timescolonist.com

  • The Town of Sidney is seeking to provide $10M over the next 10 years to improve active transportation networks, including sidewalks, bike paths, and trails. The project is currently awaiting community feedback.

    timescolonist.com

  • The City of Terrace is seeking funding for roadway improvements for Lanfear Hill in Terrace, including new transportation pathways for pedestrians, cyclist, and vehicles.

    terracestandard.com

  • The governments of Canada and B.C. are providing $5.2M in joint funding to Foresight Canada, which aims to use the funding to establish the BC Net Zero Innovation Network and drive the development of clean technology solutions B.C.’s forestry, mining, and water sectors. The project is expected to create over 240 new jobs.

    canada.ca

  • The governments of Canada, B.C., and Fort St. James have provided $8M in joint funding to support the development of 36 new rental units for low and fixed-income seniors in in Fort St. James. Construction is expected to be complete by summer 2023.

    cmhc-schl.gc.ca

  • The governments of B.C. and Canada provided $540K in joint funding to four BC-based companies, to support projects focused on food security and innovation in agriculture. The funding is expected to create over 30 full-time jobs.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $30M in funding to Island Health, to support the improvement of health-care services, including emergency care, in Port Hardy and the Mount Waddington region.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Family Place, childcare centre that can accommodate 36 children on Mayne Island, opened this month. The project received approximately $1.3M in joint funding from the Government of Canada and B.C, through the ChildCareBC New Spaces Fund.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing over $350K to Self Rise Training Society in Surrey, to support occupational training and work experience for about 15 eligible individuals interested in becoming medical laboratory assistants in the Lower Mainland.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $500K in funding to iFood Packaging Systems Corporation, a BC-based company that aims to develop innovative solutions to improve food safety and plant health.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada and B.C. announced plans to install up to 50 earthquake early warning sensors in high seismic risk areas by 2024, to strengthen emergency readiness infrastructure for coastal communities.

    canada.ca

  • Canfor Corporation, a BC-based forest products company, announced plans to permanently close its sawmill and pellet plant in Chetwyn, due to limited long-term fibre supply.

    canfor.com

  • The Government of Canada provided over $800K in funding to support Safi Enterprises Inc., a BC-based company which aims to research and develop conversion systems for organic waste, known as biomass, that can serve rural and Indigenous communities.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing approximately $39 million over three years, starting in 2023, to support proposals from Indigenous-led organizations and groups that aim to advance Indigenous early learning and childcare programs.

    canada.ca

  • The B.C. government announced plans to build a new Plant and Animal Health Centre in the Fraser Valley, to provide laboratory services to the province’s agricultural and veterinary sectors. The business plan is expected to be completed in late 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Wildlight Kitchen + Bar opened its new restaurant location in Vancouver this February.

    dailyhive.com

  • Petpls Café & Supply, a new café and pet retail store in Richmond, opened in January.

    dailyhive.com

  • Katsuya, a Japanese chain restaurant, permanently closed its Vancouver location in January.

    dailyhive.com

  • 888 Caffe Express, a café located in Vancouver, announced plans to permanently close this February.

    dailyhive.com
• Week of 2023-01-23 to 2023-01-27

  • The B.C. government launched a new licensing program this month to provide small and medium-sized secondary wood products manufacturers with dedicated fibre supply. The BC Timber Sales Value-Added Manufacturing Program is restricted to facilities producing high-value products, such as mass timber, plywood, veneer, panelling and flooring.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The City of Coquitlam is seeking to launch and operate its own a public e-scooter share service. The process to procure an e-scooter company is currently underway.

    dailyhive.com

  • Cactus Club Cafe, a Canadian-based restaurant chain, opened a new 335-seat location in Coquitlam in January.

    dailyhive.com

  • Ayam Zaman, a new restaurant specialized in Middle Eastern cuisine, opened in Coquitlam in December.

    dailyhive.com

  • Old Yale Brewing Abbotsford, a new brewery and restaurant in Abbotsford, plans to open its new 220-seat location this winter.

    dailyhive.com

  • TransLink is seeking to hire more than 500 new bus drivers in Metro Vancouver this year.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Bao Place plans to open a new restaurant location in Burnaby.

    dailyhive.com

  • Air Transat, a Canadian-based airline, announced the closure of its operations at the Vancouver International Airport due to economic concerns. Over 200 employees are expected to be impacted.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Dover Bay Secondary School, located in Nanaimo, has added four new classrooms through a $3M project jointly funded by the provincial government and the school board. The project also added a learning hub, fitness centre and additional washrooms.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Woodgrove Senior Citizens Housing Society has received $9.3M in federal and provincial funding to support the development of 62 new rental units for moderate and low-income seniors in Nanaimo. Construction on the project is expected to be complete by summer 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government has begun construction this January on a fibre-to-the-home project that aims bring access to high-speed internet to more than 500 households in six Indigenous communities in the province.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government plans to open a new permanent shelter space in Cranbrook, to support those that are at risk of, or currently experiencing homelessness. The 40-bed shelter is expected to open in late 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $50M in funding to the Forest Enhancement Society of BC in January, to support projects and programs that increase fibre supply aimed at keeping people working and local mills running, while also mitigating wildfire risks and reducing climate emissions.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government announced the successful expansion of high-speed internet infrastructure in the Caribou region this month. The jointly funded $5.9M project supports more than 1,300 households and six more communities in the Cariboo region.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is currently accepting applications from Indigenous organizations and other groups that work with people facing homelessness for the Province’s Homelessness Community Action Grant, which awards grants for as much as $50,000 to support homelessness projects.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government plans to install new technologies that monitors commercial vehicle speeds for improved safety on Highway 5A, near Merritt. Construction is expected to begin in late spring and be completed in the fall.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. and Federal government is providing $18.8M in joint funding to support the reopening of Paper Excellence’s Crofton Mill facility, which shutdown in October due to poor economic conditions. More than 100 jobs have been restored from the funding.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing approximately $13M for the restoration of the Radium Hot Springs Aquacourt in Kootenay National Park. The project aims to upgrade pool infrastructure to enhance public safety and incorporate green technologies.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing nearly $135K in funding through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program, to support energy-efficiency renovations at the Musqueam Elders Centre in Vancouver.

    canada.ca

  • Sinclair Group Forest Products announced temporary production curtailments at its lumber operations at Apollo Forest Products in Fort St. James, Lakeland Mills in Prince George, and Nechako Lumber Co. in Vanderhoof, due to weak market conditions and fibre supply constraints. The company expects the curtailment to last two weeks, beginning January 30.

    ckpgtoday.ca

  • Tolko Industries Ltd., a Vernon-based wood products manufacturer, plans to extend the curtailment of its lumber mills in Armstrong and Soda Creek, near Williams Lake, until at least the end of February, due to supply issues and weak lumber markets. A total of 350 workers continue to be affected.

    vernonmorningstar.com

  • The reopening of Canfor’s Houston Sawmill has been indefinitely delayed due to a fire this January. The mill has been closed for five weeks due to poor economic conditions.

    terracestandard.com
• Week of 2023-01-16 to 2023-01-20

  • Simon Fraser University has opened the Innovation Plaza at its Surrey campus this month. The around $4M newly renovated facility aims to support further research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in quantum computing and agricultural technology.

    www.sfu.ca

  • Aunt Leah’s House, a five-unit supportive housing location for mothers and their children in Burnaby, reopened this month following an over $1M redevelopment. The project was jointly funded by the governments of Canada and B.C.

    newswire.ca

  • The B.C. government has implemented an Integrated Child and Youth team in Richmond, to provide new services and supports for children and youth facing mental-health and substance-use challenges. Richmond is one of the first of five school-district communities to launch these teams.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $7.1M in funding to twelve First Nations communities through the Community Energy Diesel Reduction program, which aims to support clean-energy initiatives and develop alternative-energy projects for remote communities.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada and the District of Mackenzie are providing $2.9M in joint-funding to support energy-efficient infrastructure upgrades at the Mackenzie Recreation Centre.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing nearly $100K in funding to support two active transportation projects in the Township of Langley. The two projects aim to collect data and develop strategies for the assessment of new pathways, bike lanes, trails, and pedestrian bridges.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $3.9M in funding to support 21 projects across Vancouver Island and coastal communities which aim to renovate public spaces and expand tourism businesses.

    canada.ca

  • Trimble Forestry, a BC-based software development company, has partnered with the Faculty of Forestry at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver to establish a new lab which aims to support educational and research opportunities in forestry.

    woodbusiness.ca

  • Mercer International Inc. announced plans to curtail production for three weeks at is Celgar mill located in Castlegar beginning in March, due to lack of fibre availability.

    globenewswire.com

  • The B.C. government, the Canadian Mental Health Association Shuswap Revelstoke, and the City of Salmon Arm plan to open a new temporary winter shelter in Salmon Arm. Visitors will have access to warm meals, hygiene facilities, off-site warming centres during the day, and referrals to health services.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $90 million over three years through the new BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund, to support high-value industrial and manufacturing projects established by for-profit organizations which can also create jobs in regional and Indigenous communities.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Cascadia Air suspended its operations indefinitely this month due to difficult economic conditions. The BC-based commuter airline offered charter services and non-stop flights to nine destinations in the province.

    abbynews.com

  • The Research Forest Society Legacy Fund at the College of New Caledonia in Prince George is seeking applicants interested in funding to support proposals that involve sustaining and revitalizing local natural resources in the region.

    ckpgtoday.ca

  • Pelicana Chicken, a Korean restaurant chain, opened a new location in Port Coquitlam this month.

    tricitynews.com

  • The Qualicum Beach Fire Department, located in Qualicum Beach, is providing high school students with the opportunity to take part in its one-week Youth Fire Camp, which aims to introduce participants to fire and emergency services. The program will run from March 19-25.

    pqbnews.com

  • Agrius, a restaurant located in Victoria, permanently closed this month due to difficult economic circumstances.

    timescolonist.com

  • The Government of Canada has provided $117K in funding for equipment enhancements and to increase Indigenous programming and live performing arts at the University of Victoria’s Farquhar Auditorium, in Victoria.

    canada.ca

  • Island Health is seeking to open a new primary care centre in Ucluelet this September. The health authority is currently accepting proposals to lease space for a new location.

    timescolonist.com

  • WestJet plans to increase its daily flights from Kamloops to Calgary this February, following Air Canada’s decision to indefinitely suspend the same route this month.

    kamloopsthisweek.com

  • The B.C. government and Interior Health plans to open the first complex care housing locations in Kamloops and Kelowna, to deliver services to people in the region facing overlapping mental health, substance use, and trauma or brain injuries.

    interiorhealth.ca

  • The Government of Canada has awarded a $2.35M grant to the City of Castlegar, to expand the taxiway and apron at West Kootenay Regional Airport. The project is expected to begin this summer.

    nelsonstar.com

  • JetBlue, a US-based low-cost airline, plans to introduce a direct route between Vancouver and Boston. The service is expected to operate seasonally beginning June 15, 2023.

    dailyhive.com

  • Victoria City Council has approved the development of a two-storey floating spa and sauna facility within Victoria Inner Harbour. The facility is currently in the construction phase and is slated to potentially open later this year.

    dailyhive.com

  • La Foret Bakery & Café plans to open a new location in Burnaby.

    dailyhive.com

  • Pi Co. Pizza, Neapolitan-style pizza chain, plans to open a new location in Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • StrEATS, a Canadian restaurant chain, announced plans to open a new location in Surrey this month.

    dailyhive.com

  • Amtrack Cascades, a passenger rail service between Vancouver, Seattle and Portland, will add a second daily roundtrip service between these cities starting March 7, 2023. The service was previously reduced due to Covid-19.

    dailyhive.com
• Week of 2023-01-09 to 2023-01-13

  • Chachi’s Sandwiches, a Canadian restaurant chain, announced plans to open a new location at Langley’s Willowbrook Shopping Centre.

    dailyhive.com

  • Aspen Planers Merritt, a lumber mill located in Merritt, closed indefinitely in December due to lack of timber supply. About 150 employees are affected by the shutdown.

    merrittherald.com

  • The Chopped Leaf, a BC-based restaurant chain, opened a new Coquitlam location this month in Sunwood Square Mall.

    tricitynews.com

  • The City of Vancouver is seeking to allocate $67M for the renewal and upgrade of existing parks in the city through the 2023-2026 Capital Plan. The proposed projects are expected to be considered for approval this March.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Canadian Institutes of Health Research is providing $683,000 in funding for six BC-based universities, to support the development of a new master’s program which supports Indigenous health-care providers and incorporates Indigenous knowledge into mainstream practice.

    boundarycreektimes.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing nearly $7M in funding to YMCA Canada, to support mental wellness programs intended for young people across Canada.

    newswire.ca

  • Thinkific Labs Inc., a Vancouver-based software company laid off 76 employees this month due to restructuring and financial concerns.

    betakit.com

  • The new Gateway Building at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver began development this month. The $180M construction project is expected to be completed in 2024 and aims to become a center for the university’s health departments.

    archinect.com

  • Vaagen Fibre Canada, a mill located in Midway, has closed indefinitely due to poor market conditions for wood fibre sourcing. 85 employees and nearly 100 contractors, vendors, and suppliers are affected.

    castanet.net

  • Skeena Sawmills in Terrace is suspending log deliveries until the end of January due to high cost of logging and other economic factors affecting its business.

    ominecaexpress.com

  • Wilson’s Transportation, an intercity bus service, has suspended routes to Tofino from Victoria, Nanaimo, and Campbell River until May, citing lower-than-average ridership and high operating costs.

    pqbnews.com

  • Parksville Fire Rescue is seeking paid on-call volunteers and career firefighters to provide fire and emergency response services in the Parksville Fire Protection Area.

    pqbnews.com

  • Capital Iron, a defunct general retail store in Victoria, plans to reopen as a store focused on outdoor living later this year following new ownership.

    timescolonist.com

  • SafeCare BC and AgeCare have partnered to open five new satellite training centres this month in Kelowna, Williams Lake, Burnaby, Lumby and Salmon Arm, to enhance education for Okanagan care workers.

    pentictonwesternnews.com

  • Medical schools in Prince George, Kelowna, Victoria, and Vancouver are increasing the number of seats available to study as a medical student, to ease physician shortages in the province.

    terracestandard.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing nearly $100,000 in funding to support two active transportation projects in the City of Mission and the District of Kent. The two projects aim to build and expand networks of pathways, bike lanes, trails, and pedestrian bridges.

    canada.ca

  • Mountain Equipment Company, a Canadian outdoor retailer, is building a new distribution centre in Surrey, which is expected to generate new employment opportunities. The distribution center is expected to be completed this fall.

    dailyhive.com

  • Dock Lunch, a restaurant located in Vancouver, permanently closed this month.

    dailyhive.com

  • Oh Carolina, a grocery store and café located in Vancouver, plans to permanently close this month.

    dailyhive.com

  • Ramen Danbo, a restaurant chain offering Japanese cuisine, announced plans to open a new location in Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • Fatburger, a US-based burger chain, opened a new location in Surrey this month.

    dailyhive.com

  • Construction will begin soon on the new Dawson Creek and District Hospital, located on the territory of Treaty 8 First Nations. The jointly funded project is in the design stage, and aims to provide a range of surgical services, as well as chemotherapy, ambulatory care, radiology, clinical support, and pharmacy services.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing as much as $4.5M per year in funding for the BC Human Rights Tribunal and the Community Legal Assistance Society, to support increased caseloads and enable hiring for more lawyers, legal advocates, and support staff.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government plans to open four pilot family connection centres this spring in the North Coast and Okanagan regions. The pilot family connections centres aim to provide therapy, intervention, and support services to children, youth, and their families.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government has reopened emergency operation centres across the province, to support patients with hospital care services and reduce pressure on hospital emergency departments, for a minimum of six weeks.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government announced plans to support internationaly educated nurses, and nurses returning to practice after a period of absence, by removing application and assessment fees and providing up to $10,000 in bursaries for additional education.

    news.gov.bc.ca
• Week of 2022-12-19 to 2023-01-06

  • The B.C. government announced in December that the Highway 91/17 and Deltaport Way Upgrade Project in Delta is near completion. The $260M jointly funded project aims to improve traffic flow and commute times south of the Fraser River.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government has opened a new 52 unit supportive housing project for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Vernon. The project was completed in partnership with the Turning Points Collaborative Society and the City of Vernon.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Artemis Gold, a Canadian mining company, announced plans to begin construction on its Blackwater Gold project this spring. The planned open-pit gold mine is located in central British Columbia, approximately 160 km southwest of Prince George.

    .biv.com

  • The UBC Centre for Advanced Wood Processing and UBC School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture located in Vancouver are providing a 3-day hands-on workshop in February for individuals interested in designing mass-timber projects.

    cawp.ubc.ca

  • The City of Abbotsford will construct a new 3.5-hectare park in west Abbotsford near the Aldergrove border. The project is currently in the design stage and aims to include amenities such as picnic tables, a playground, an off-leash dog area, a small sport court, and trails/paths.

    abbynews.com

  • Capital Iron, a general store located in Victoria, permanently closed in December.

    timescolonist.com

  • The City of Parksville announced the creation of new daytime warming centre for people experiencing homelessness in the community. The centre aims to provide 30 spaces with a ratio of one staff to 10 guests.

    pqbnews.com

  • Canfor Pulp Products Inc. announced plans to extend curtailments for a further two-weeks at its mills in Chetwynd, Prince George, Vanderhoof, and Houston, due to reduced wood fiber supply and weak market conditions.

    alaskahighwaynews.ca

  • Tolko Industries Ltd., a Vernon-based wood products manufacturer, announced plans to curtail production at its lumber mills in Armstrong and Soda Creek, near Williams Lake, until at least the end of January, due to supply issues and weak lumber markets. A total of 350 workers are affected.

    tolko.com

  • Buddha Chay, a new Vietnamese restaurant located in Vancouver, opened in December.

    dailyhive.com

  • Lemon Fusion Kitchen and Bar opened its new restaurant located in Vancouver in December.

    dailyhive.com

  • Starbucks, a US-based coffee chain, permanently closed its Gastown location in Vancouver in December.

    dailyhive.com

  • Sushi Well, a sushi restaurant in Vancouver, permanently closed in December due to redevelopment.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. government implemented a 2.8% minimum wage increase for agricultural piece rates, to support farm workers and fruit pickers.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The governments of Canada and B.C. are providing $7.5M in joint funding over the next three years to the B.C. Indigenous Cannabis Business Fund, which aims to support First Nations communities and Indigenous businesses that want to start or grow a business in the cannabis industry.

    canada.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing over $550,000 to the Surrey Board of Trade, to support occupational skills training and work experience for about 30 eligible individuals interested in becoming cyber systems security specialists in the Lower Mainland.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The BC Arts Council is providing over $2.7M in funding to more than 250 BC-based artists and arts organizations. Funding includes scholarships, project assistance for performing artists and professional organizations, and arts-based community development.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada and the District of Sechelt are providing $914,288 to upgrade wastewater treatment in Sechelt. The project aims to increase the capacity to treat wastewater by developing a new lift station and decommissioning the current station in use.

    canada.ca

  • The B.C. government has implemented changes to employment standards regulations, raising the minimum age for many jobs considered as hazardous. This includes some jobs within construction, forestry, food processing, oil and gas and power, and asbestos removal.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Red Robin’s, a US-based restaurant chain, permanently closed its Burnaby location in December due to staffing concerns.

    dailyhive.com

  • The B.C. Ministry of Housing announced plans to increase the Residential Tenancy Branch’s operating budget and staffing by 40%, adding as many as 50 new full-time employees to improve service and strengthen residential tenancy dispute resolution.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $33M annually over the next three years to rural and remote communities, First Nations and not-for-profit organizations through the new economic diversification program. The program aims to support community and infrastructure projects.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government implemented a permanent cap on fees charged by food-delivery companies. Under the new Food Delivery Service Fee Act, delivery companies can charge restaurants to no more than 20% of the dollar value of an order.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Ebus, a Canadian intercity bus service, introduced a new direct route between Prince George and Kamloops this January. The service operates three times weekly.

    princegeorgecitizen.com

  • The B.C. government is providing over $4.3M to five BC-based universities, to support 18 new research projects funded by the B.C. Knowledge Development Fund.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $1.7M to support nine active transportation projects and eight other transportation planning and design projects on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $1.6M to support two active transportation projects in Mission and Chilliwack. Work includes a new two-way bike lane and improved way finding on existing trail ways.

    canada.ca

  • BC Hydro announced plans to temporarily suspend electricity-connection requests from cryptocurrency mining operations for 18 months, to preserve electricity supply and to develop a permanent framework for approving large connections to the grid.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Canfor Pulp Products Inc. announced plans on December 19th to immediately undertake a four-week curtailment at its Intercontinental Pulp Mill in Prince George, due to reduced wood fiber supply.

    intercon-curtailment.pdf (canfor.com)

  • BC Hydro has begun construction on three new capacitor stations near Vanderhoof, Burns Lake, and Terrace, which seek to boost the amount of electricity carried into northwestern B.C. Work on the project is expected to be completed by 2028.

    terracestandard.com

  • La Win Supermarket, a new Chinese supermarket in Vancouver, opened in December.

    dailyhive.com

  • Mann & Co. Bakeshop, a new bakery in Surrey, opened in December.

    dailyhive.com

  • Planetary Burger, a plant-based restaurant in Vancouver, has closed.

    dailyhive.com

  • Biercraft on Cambie, a Belgian-style pub in Vancouver, has permanently closed.

    dailyhive.com
• Week of 2022-12-12 to 2022-12-16

  • The B.C. government plans to provide eight new complex-care housing spaces in Maple Ridge, to deliver services to people in the region facing overlapping mental health, substance use, trauma or brain injuries.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $10M in funding to support projects under the British Columbia Indigenous Clean Energy Initiative, which facilitates the development of clean energy projects in First Nations communities throughout the province.

    newswire.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $2M in funding to support ten projects throughout the East Kootenays which aim to revitalize public spaces and enhance tourism experiences.

    canada.ca

  • The British Columbia Institute of Technology, located in Burnaby, received $2.5M in joint-funding from several BC-based forestry companies for a new Trades and Technology Complex, to support over 20 programs. The $220M project is expected to create up to 1,175 direct jobs.

    bcit.ca

  • The Federal government is providing $2.25M in funding to the Métis Nations British Columbia, which aims to implement a suicide prevention program and provide information and resources to improve mental health.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $5.5M in funding to support 23 projects throughout the Thompson-Okanagan region which aim to revitalize public spaces and enhance tourism experiences.

    canada.ca

  • Denny’s, a US-based chain restaurant, plans to permanently close its location in Vancouver this month.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Vancouver International Airport Authority is seeking to hire multiple guest experience representatives, to support travellers and assist with airport operations.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Metro Vancouver Transit Police plan to launch a new Community Safety Officer program in 2023, which seeks to provide additional uniformed visibility and address low risk incidents on transit systems in Vancouver.

    transitpolice.ca

  • HTEC, a BC-based hydrogen technology company, plans to construct a 15-tonne per day clean hydrogen plant in North Vancouver. The proposed project aims to capture, purify and process the by-product hydrogen to manufacture low-carbon transportation fuels by 2025.

    htec.ca

  • Porter Airlines, a Canadian-based regional airline, plans to introduce a new direct route between Vancouver and Toronto. The service is expected to operate multiple times daily starting on February 7.

    flyporter.com

  • The Museum of Anthropology, located at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, plans to temporarily close until late 2023 beginning January 15, due to extensive building upgrades and renovation.

    .moa.ubc.ca

  • The College of New Caledonia and Selkirk College are launching a joint Pharmacy Technician Diploma program at their two campuses, in Prince George and Castlegar. The 15-month program begins in July 2023, and will provide flexible and blended learning for students located in northern BC.

    .cnc.bc.ca

  • The Columbia Basin Trust is providing $675,000 in funding to support 91 non-profit groups in the Kootenays to purchase equipment for the improvement of operations and delivery of vital services.

    ourtrust.org

  • Interior Health and the RCMP plan to hire more staff to expand their the Integrated Crisis Response Teams in Kelowna and Kamloops, which aim to support people in distress and connect them to help and healthcare.

    interiorhealth.ca

  • Half Baked Cookie Company plans to permanently close its bakery located in Vancouver this month.

    dailyhive.com

  • Fast Air, a Canadian business aviation company, launched its charter services at the Abbotsford International Airport this month and also began construction on a new aviation facility at the airport. The company flies to several destinations in the US and Canada.

    theprogress.com

  • The Township of Langley is planning to hire 44 firefighters over the next four years.

    langleyadvancetimes.com

  • The City of Surrey has awarded a contract worth over $10M to B&B Heavy Civil Construction Ltd., to widen 80 Avenue from Scott Road to 128 Street. The project is expected to begin in January with completion in Spring 2024.

    surreynowleader.com

  • The B.C. government is providing over $660,000 to Big Rig Driving School in Surrey, to support occupational training and work experience for about 30 eligible individuals interested in becoming professional truck drivers in the Lower Mainland.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government plans to provide 22 new complex-care housing spaces in Chilliwack, to deliver services to people in the region facing overlapping mental health, substance use, trauma or brain injuries.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Walyaqil Tiny Shelter Village construction project in Port Alberni began this month. The jointly-funded project aims to provide 30 homes for people experiencing homelessness in the community and is expected to be completed in early 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca
• Week of 2022-12-05 to 2022-12-09

  • Lululemon, a Canadian athletic apparel retailer, opened a new location in November at the Abbotsford Highstreet Shopping Centre.

    abbynews.com

  • Hemingway’s Books and Records, a bookstore located in Abbotsford, announced plans to permanently close in January 2023.

    abbynews.com

  • Red Robin, a US-based restaurant chain, announced plans to permanently close its Burnaby location at the end of December.

    dailyhive.com

  • Air Canada has introduced a new direct route this December, from Vancouver to Bangkok, Thailand. The service is expected to operate seasonally until March 2023 with flights departing four times weekly.

    aircanada.com

  • The Town of Qualicum Beach is seeking to redevelop its community skate park. The project is currently under consideration by the local council. The project is expected to cost up to $1.6M.

    pqbnews.com

  • The B.C. government is providing over $350,000 to Okanagan College in Vernon, to support occupational training and work experience for eight eligible Indigenous people and youth interested in becoming professional logging truck drivers in the region.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Vancouver Coastal Health has opened a new complex-care housing service near Sechelt, to support approximately 25 people in the region facing overlapping mental health, substance use, and trauma or brain injuries.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Foundry Cariboo Chilcotin, a new mental-health and substance-use services centre located in Williams Lake, opened this month and aims to provided youth and families with mental-health and substance-use counselling, medical services, peer support and social services.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is launching the Regional Quantum Initiative in British Columbia, which aims to provide $14M over six years to eligible BC businesses and organizations to advance and commercialize their quantum technology products and solutions for domestic and global markets.

    newswire.ca

  • The governments of Canada and B.C. are providing $600,000 in joint funding to the Kwadacha and Heiltsuk Nations for the creation and expansion of local organic waste processing services. The project aims reduce greenhouse gas emissions, support local jobs and create Class A compost to boost local food production.

    canada.ca

  • Canfor Corporation, a BC-based forest products company, has announced a temporary reduction in production due to weak market conditions. Production will be reduced through curtailments at all solid wood facilities in B.C. and Alberta.

    canfor.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $3.9M in funding over three years to the Indigenous Forest Bioeconomy Program, which aims to support the growth of an Indigenous-led forest bioeconomy and develop innovative low-carbon forest-based products.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Selkirk College’s Trail campus is seeking students interested in its two-year Practical Nursing Diploma Program which begins in January 2023.

    nelsonstar.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $2.1M in funding to the Conseil scolaire francophone de la Colombie-Britannique, for the purchase of a property for école La Grande-ourse in Smithers.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Canfor Corporation, a BC-based forest products company, plans to close its Houston based sawmill as part of its province-wide curtailments. The closure is expected to last for three weeks beginning December 19.

    interior-news.com

  • The Government of Canada and the B.C. government are providing $9.9M in joint funding for a new wastewater treatment plant to protect the health of Cultus Lake and improve water quality in the Fraser Valley Regional District .

    canada.ca

  • Planet Fitness, a US-based fitness chain, opened a new 24/7 gym facility in November in Coquitlam's Westwood Mall Shopping Centre.

    tricitynews.com

  • Deviant Fibres, a cannabis retailer located in Terrace, has received approval from the City of Terrance to begin selling cannabis products.

    terracestandard.com

  • The B.C. government plans to expand its mental-health and substance-use services for young people, by creating 33 new substance-use programs and hiring more than 130 new specialized health-care workers.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The LP Foundation, a non-profit division of Louisiana-Pacific, has partnered with Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo, to provide $30,000 over the next three years to support the Indigenous Peoples in Trades Training, and Women in Trades Training programs.

    prnewswire.com

  • Parkland Group, an Alberta-based energy company, has received over $6.8M in joint funding from the provincial and federal governments, to support the installation of 76 EV fast chargers at retail fuel locations in British Columbia and Alberta by 2024.

    canada.ca

  • The Dolar Shop, a restaurant chain offering Chinese cuisine, plans to open a new location in Burnaby.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing $30M through the Strategic Innovation Fund to Sanctuary Cognitive Systems Corporation, a Vancouver-based AI and robotics company. The funding aims to support a $120.8M project and is expected to employ over 160 people and 120 co-op students.

    canada.ca

  • Rio Tinto, a global metals and mining company, has completed its Kemano T2 hydropower project, which will provide energy for the company’s aluminium smelter in Kitimat and support neighbouring communities.

    riotinto.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $2.5M to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind, to support the expansion of its employment program for blind and partially sighted people, including employment for youth and Indigenous Peoples.

    news.gov.bc.ca
• Week of 2022-11-28 to 2022-12-02

  • Sun Peaks, a ski resort located north of Kamloops, opened for the winter season in November.

    kamloopsthisweek.com

  • The Comox Valley Regional District has allocated $75K to support the renovation of the Connect Warming Centre, an emergency homeless shelter located in Courtenay. The project includes new fire safety/security installation, interior access modifications, and supplies to support 33 beds.

    comoxvalleyrecord.com

  • The City of Quesnel approved the development of a 6-storey residential building with 56 units located in the city centre.

    quesnelobserver.com

  • The federal and provincial governments are providing up to $24.7M in combined funding to support the development of high-speed Internet infrastructure to support more than 5,000 households in rural communities on Vancouver Island.

    Governments of Canada and British Columbia invest up to $24.7 million to bring high-speed Internet to more than 5,000 households (newswire.ca) (available in French only)

  • The Strathcona Regional District has begun construction on a new fibre optic network for the Village of Gold River. The project is expected to be completed next year.

    campbellrivermirror.com

  • The Government of Canada opened a new PacifiCan office in Campbell River in November. The federal economic development agency aims to facilitate innovation, jobs and growth in B.C.

    Minister Sajjan announces new PacifiCan service on Vancouver Island and the Coast, and an investment of $5.2 million in the local economy - Canada.ca

  • The Strathcona Regional District has begun a wildfire fuel treatment project on Cortes Island. The $70K project aims to clear four hectares of flammable brush near the island’s recycling centre.

    campbellrivermirror.com

  • Hynes’ Irish Bar + Kitchen plans to open its new pub in Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • Daigyo Café, a Japanese dessert and cafe chain, plans to open a new location in Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • Bocci, a Vancouver-based firm specializing in the design and fabrication of lighting installations, announced plans to develop a new seven-storey office headquarters and manufacturing hub in Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • B.C. Ferries is seeking shipyards to build up to four new hybrid diesel-electric Island-class ferries to help alleviate pressure on busy inter-island routes. The operator is aiming to begin sailing the new ships from 2024 to 2028.

    timescolonist.com

  • Daybreak Farms, an egg producer located in Terrace, has begun a $10M construction project on a new barn that will house an estimated 37,000 chickens. The new barn will increase capacity to supply eggs across the North, including Haida Gwaii, Prince George, and other remote communities.

    terracestandard.com

  • The City of Terrace is seeking to approve a $1.6M capital project proposal for the reconstruction of road, sewer and water infrastructure on Graham Avenue.

    terracestandard.com

  • The Forest Enhancement Society of BC is providing $25M in funding to support 12 new wildfire risk reduction projects, which aim to improve forest resiliency and contribute to safer communities.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing over $4.9M in funding to Simon Fraser University to support the development of a new medical school at its Surrey campus. The university plans to begin its first student intake by September 2026.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • REN Energy, a BC-based energy company, has received approval to begin construction on its new renewable natural gas facility in Fruitvale. The project is expected to begin in Spring 2023.

    bioenergy-news.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing $92,500 for two active transportation projects in Southwestern B.C. One on the Sunshine Coast and another in the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District. The projects aim to evaluate current infrastructure and plan new transportation infrastructure to better connect communities.

    newswire.ca

  • The Government of Canada is permanently extending EI sickness benefits from 15 weeks to 26 weeks for individuals who qualify and establish a new claim on or after December 18, 2022.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada will open a new Service Canada office in Prince George this April, which will also include 10-day passport services.

    princegeorgecitizen.com

  • Petite Bao, a new burger restaurant in Vancouver, opened this month. The restaurant is approximately 1,000 sq. ft. and has seating for 16.

    dailyhive.com

  • Rivian, a US-based electric vehicle automaker, opened a new service centre in Richmond. The company has over 150 employees in Metro Vancouver.

    driving.ca
• Week of 2022-11-21 to 2022-11-25

  • Petpls, a new cat café in Richmond, plans to open this December and is seeking staff, including waiters and waitresses, a baker and a barista.

    richmond-news.com

  • Coast Capital Savings, a BC-based credit union, announced plans to layoff employees due to the need for restructuring. As many as 4% of its workforce is expected to be impacted.

    dailyhive.com

  • Apple, a US-based technology company, is hiring staff in Vancouver. Positions range from retail sales and iCloud specialists to Senior Software Engineers.

    dailyhive.com

  • MeeT, a vegan chain restaurant, plans to open a new location in Victoria this December.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Federal government is providing $1.2B in funding as part of the Ocean Protection Plan, which focuses on supporting initiatives that aim to enhance protection of B.C. coastal waters, including better marine oil and fuel spill prevention and response.

    timescolonist.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing nearly $49M in funding to Canada's Building Trades Unions for a project which aims to generate financial incentives and support to small and medium-sized enterprises in British Columbia, and other provinces.

    newswire.ca

  • The new Xchange Business Park, a 140-acre industrial development project in Abbotsford, has received approval to begin construction. The project is expected to generate an estimated 1,000 direct jobs in the city.

    westerninvestor.com

  • The Government of Canada is opening three new Pacific Economic Development Canada offices across Northern British Columbia. Offices will be located in Prince Rupert, Prince George and Fort St. John.

    haidagwaiiobserver.com

  • Cisco, a US-based IT company, and the British Columbia Institute of Technology have partnered to expand the institute’s Industrial Network Cybersecurity Lab, located in Burnaby, which aims to provide skills training in the field of cybersecurity.

    datamation.com

  • Whistler Blackcomb, the largest ski resort in North America located in Whistler, opened for the winter season this month.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing $10M to Central Chilcotin Rehabilitation Ltd. to lead a large-scale tree-planting project in British Columbia, which aims to plant 9.3M trees.

    newswire.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing over $2M through the Connecting British Columbia program, to support improved cellular connectivity and faster internet with the construction of a new cellular tower for the Takla Lake community near Prince George.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Grieg Seafood BC, a Norwegian-based salmon farming company, announced plans to decommission its open-net operations on the Sunshine Coast in the Sechelt Inlet due to restructuring. The decision is not expected to result in employee layoffs.

    seawestnews.com

  • Solda’s Family Restaurant, located in Port Alberni, plans to permanently close on December 4.

    albernivalleynews.com

  • VinFast, a Vietnamese electric vehicle maker, announced plans to open a new showroom at the Park Royal Shopping Centre in West Vancouver.

    dawsoncreekmirror.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $1.04M in funding to the University of British Columbia's Okanagan campus in Kelowna, to support initiatives that aim to create new bioplastics and reduce landfill waste.

    yahoo.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing $75M to support the development of a second berth at Trigon Pacific Terminals at the Port of Prince Rupert. The $163.1M expansion project is expected to be completed by early 2027.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2022-11-14 to 2022-11-16

  • The Government of Canada is providing $10.1M in funding to support a wildfire fuel treatment program for 12 high-risk forested areas in Whistler, to reduce the risk of wildfires and protect local communities in the area.

    canada.ca

  • The Whistler Mature Action Community, a senior’s community organization located in Whistler, launched the Making Connections program, a new pilot program which aims to connect seniors and reduce stigma surrounding dementia.

    piquenewsmagazine.com

  • Canadian Women in Timber, a BC-based forestry education and awareness organization, announced plans to dissolve its operations after 30 years this month.

    treefrogcreative.ca

  • The Health and Technology District construction project in Surrey is entering a new phase this month with work beginning on City Centre 4, which consists of 23 storeys and more than 350,000 square feet of office space available for purchase or lease. The building is expected to be complete in 2025.

    .biv.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $7.1M in funding to the Métis Nation British Columbia to support over 1000 Métis students in occupational skills training programs.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing a $500,000 grant to support school food programs and school supplies and education costs at Coast Mountains School District 82. The program covers schools in Terrace, Kitimat, Stewart and New Hazelton.

    terracestandard.com

  • Global Ports Holding Plc., the world’s largest independent cruise port operator, will begin overseeing terminal operations at the Northland Cruise Terminal in Prince Rupert in 2023. The new ten-year agreement with the Prince Rupert Port Authority aims to improve cruise tourism in the region.

    terracestandard.com

  • Marugame Udon, a chain of restaurants offering Japanese cuisine, plans open its first Canadian location in downtown Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • Ryoshi Market plans to open its new Japanese grocery store in Richmond this fall.

    richmond-news.com

  • Porsche opened a new 75,000 sq.ft. vehicle dealership at the Richmond Auto Mall this month. The location includes a new and pre-used vehicle showroom, guest amenities, delivery area and 15 service bays.

    richmond-news.com

  • Sanjo Sushi opened its new Japanese restaurant in New Westminster in October.

    newwestrecord.ca

  • Cypress Mountain Resort, located in West Vancouver, opened its ski hill for the winter season.

    squamishchief.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing $4M to install four hydrogen refuelling stations in B.C., and over $2.2M to build three natural gas refuelling stations in Delta, Kelowna and Abbotsford. Funding for these projects is being provided by the Clean Fuels Fund.

    newswire.ca

  • The City of Prince Rupert and two Ts’msyem First Nations have formed a working group to consider the development of a wind-powered hydrogen production plant in Prince Rupert.

    theturtleislandnews.com

  • The B.C. government is providing over $33M in funding to create the Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program, which aims to support local governments, First Nations and other organizations. The program will focus on economic diversification, resilience, clean-growth opportunities and infrastructure development.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Highway 8 between Merritt and Spences Bridge officially reopened to the public this month following repairs due to damage caused by last November's major flooding event. The highway will restore connectivity to residents, Indigenous communities and the local industries.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Nav Canada, which provides navigation system services at the Victoria International Airport, will begin construction on a new six-storey air-traffic-control tower at the airport this spring. The project is expected to be completed by 2026.

    timescolonist.com

  • The City of Port Coquitlam has begun the reconstruction of Veterans Park. The renovation project is expected to be completed March 2023, and aims to provide additional capacity and infrastructure improvements.

    tricitynews.com

  • Vancouver Island Ferry Company plans to begin offering a new high-speed 350-passenger ferry service from downtown Vancouver to Nanaimo. The service is expected to begin operating in summer 2023.

    dailyhive.com

  • Construction has begun on the widening of Highway 1 through Langley, which includes the replacement of the Glover Road crossing. The $345 million project is expected to be completed in summer 2024.

    citynews.ca

  • To Live for Bakery, a new bakery and café, has opened in Vancouver this month.

    dailyhive.com
• Week of 2022-11-07 to 2022-11-11

  • Pizza Hut plans to open a new location in Abbotsford.

    abbynews.com

  • Air Canada is hiring staff at Vancouver International Airport. Positions include tarmac operations, customer sales and flight attendants.

    narcity.com

  • The B.C. government is implementing a permanent cap on fees charged by food-delivery companies. Under the new Food Delivery Service Fee Act, delivery companies can charge restaurants no more than 20% of the dollar value of an order.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $27.5M in funding for the Forestry Employment Program project. Since 2019, the program has supported over 315 projects and created over 840 jobs in the forestry sector.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Selkirk College has begun construction on two new on-campus student housing buildings at its Castlegar and Nelson campuses. The project is expected to be completed by January 2024.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Do Chay Yaletown, a Vietnamese restaurant in downtown Vancouver, permanently closed this month.

    dailyhive.com

  • WorkSafeBC is hiring for over 25 permanent full-time case manager positions across the province. The deadline to apply is December 16

    dailyhive.com

  • Dapper Labs, a Vancouver-based blockchain company specializing in making video games, laid off 22% of its workforce or approximately 130 employees due to restructuring and economic concerns.

    yahoo.com

  • A new Urgent and Primary Care Centre officially opened in Port Moody this month and expects to staff over 20 healthcare professionals. The facility includes seven exam rooms and four consultation and assessment rooms

    tricitynews.com

  • Snowy Village, a Korean dessert restaurant located in Coquitlam, permanently closed this month.

    tricitynews.com

  • Uride, an app-based ride hailing service, is set to begin operations in Nanaimo this November.

    timescolonist.com

  • Star Cinema, located in Sidney, officially re-opened this month following a 3-year renovation project. The movie theatre includes three screens with a combined 305-seat capacity.

    timescolonist.com

  • Enbridge, a Calgary-based oil and gas company, is seeking to spend over $5.5B to expand its T-North and T-South natural gas pipelines in British Columbia.

    .biv.com

  • KC Recycling, a battery and electronics recycler based in Trail, is partnering with a US-based lead battery manufacturer, to recycle plastic waste from batteries into a new raw material resource.

    nelsonstar.com

  • Toast to Coast Brunch Bar, a new brunch restaurant in Richmond, opened this month.

    richmond-news.com

  • The new LifeLabs Ironwood Patient Service Centre opened this month in Richmond. The centre is an appointment-based location offering diagnostic testing services with a focus on patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

    richmond-news.com

  • The B.C. government plans to hire 10 security officers each at the Mills Memorial Hospital in Terrace, and at Prince Rupert Regional Hospital, as a measure to increase safety for employees and patients.

    terracestandard.com

  • The Village of Pemberton has received about $400,000 in combined public funding from all three levels of government, to support the development of electric vehicle fast chargers in the Village’s downtown core. The chargers are expected to be installed by July 2023.

    newswire.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $2.6M in combined funding for two research labs at Simon Fraser University in Burnaby. Funding will go towards new high-tech equipment and upgrades for big data and clean technology research, and to hire new staff.

    newswire.ca

  • The B.C. government has provided over $4M in funding to Stillwater Consulting Ltd., based in Cranbrook. The company will provide employability and occupational skills training for 120 eligible people through its Wildfire and Integrated Natural Resources program in Nanaimo, Langley, Cranbrook, Kamloops and Prince George.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Canadian Coast Guard is building 13 helicopter pads on Haida Gwaii to enhance safety and access for maintenance staff working on navigational aids, such as buoys, lights, fog signals and global positioning system stations.

    haidagwaiiobserver.com

  • CityWest, a Prince Rupert-based telecommunications company, announced plans to partner with the North Coast Regional District, to provide improved telecommunication services for several communities in the northwest B.C.

    haidagwaiiobserver.com

  • The Exploration Place, a museum located in Prince George, officially reopened this month following closure due to COVID-19 and a major renovation project which included improvements to exhibit spaces and enhanced visitor experiences.

    northerndevelopment.bc.ca

  • BC Housing and the Out of the Cold shelter organization have opened a 24-bed homeless winter shelter at the former Stuart Wood elementary school in Kamloops.

    kamloopsthisweek.com

  • Secwépemc Child and Family Services, a child protection agency for Indigenous families and children located on Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc territory, opened its new 30,000-square-foot facility on October 27.

    kamloopsthisweek.com

  • Ricardo’s, an ice cream parlour chain, plans to open a new location in White Rock this month.

    dailyhive.com

  • Buena Vista Lodge, a mental health facility located in White Rock, will permanently close in June 2023 due to lack of funding.

    surreynowleader.com

  • All Nations Cannabis, a new a Indigenous-owned cannabis retail store located on Skway First Nation territory, opened this month at Shxwhá:y Village.

    hopestandard.com

  • The University of British Columbia and Wet’suwet’en First Nation have partnered to build a pilot plant to manufacture biodegradable packing foam from wood waste. The project is currently in the planning stages.

    theglobeandmail.com

  • The B.C. government is providing $3.8M in funding for improved internet services for ten Vancouver Island and Gulf Island communities. The projects are supported by CityWest and Telus, two BC-based telecommunications companies.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $39M in funding to the Canadian Council for Aviation & Aerospace, to support its Industry Led Training for the Aviation and Aerospace Sector project. The funding is expected to benefit over 900 new and current aerospace workers in Ontario, Manitoba, and British Columbia.

    newswire.ca

  • TransLink has began the reconstruction of Phibbs Exchange in North Vancouver. The rebuilding project is expected to be completed in 2024 and aims to provide additional capacity and improved safety, security, and active transportation connections for over 16,000 passengers daily.

    dailyhive.com

  • Apple, a US-based technology company, will open a new store in downtown Vancouver this month.

    dailyhive.com
• Week of 2022-10-31 to 2022-11-04

  • Interior Health added 337 new positions to its Health Career Access Program, which aims to provide individuals with paid education and skills training as health care assistants.

    e-know.ca

  • The Entre Nous Femme Housing Society, a Vancouver-based housing organization, is seeking to redevelop its social housing complex for women at 1656 Adanac Street, to create a new six-storey building with a total of 97 social housing units.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $555,000 in funding through the National Housing Strategy’s Housing Co-Investment Fund, to support renovations and upgrades at Elliot House, a transitional housing facility for men in Abbotsford.

    abbynews.com

  • The new east-west Marshall Road Connector between Abbotsford and Langley officially opened in October. The corridor is expected to reduce travel times and increase economic activity.

    abbynews.com

  • The Zesty Lemon Clothing Co., a new clothing store in New Westminster, opened in October.

    newwestrecord.ca

  • The town of Oliver has received a $2.3M grant from the provincial and federal governments, to support a $3.1M rehabilitation project at the Oliver Arena. Construction is expected to begin in summer 2024.

    timeschronicle.ca

  • Rutland Senior Secondary School in Kelowna is offering a forestry program for Grade 11 and 12 students across the Central Okanagan School District interested in pursuing a career in the forestry sector.

    kelownacapnews.com

  • Forty-nine health-service workers in the qathet Regional District are now employed by Vancouver Coastal Health, having been rehired through BC’s Bill 47. The Bill aims to bring previously contracted-out health-care service workers back into the public system.

    prpeak.com

  • Skeena Sawmills in Terrace is curtailing production at irregular intervals through to the end of the 2022 due to the high cost of logging and log shortages. The curtailment is expected to affect up to 138 employees.

    terracestandard.com

  • Provincial health officials announced plans to implement a new payment model for family physicians, to help recruit and retain more family doctors in B.C.

    cbc.ca

  • Value Village Boutique opened a new thrift store location on November 11 in Vancouver's South Granville neighbourhood.

    dailyhive.com

  • Fiji Airlines plans to introduce a direct route from Vancouver to Nadi, Fiji. The service is expected to operate twice-weekly starting on November 25.

    dailyhive.com

  • Various companies around Metro Vancouver are hiring for over 112 positions across multiple sectors this November. Positions include customer service and sales, financial services, real estate, human resources, and information technology.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $1.1M in funding though the Jobs and Growth fund to Accelovant Technologies Corporation, a North Vancouver based semiconductor manufacturer, to expand production of key components used in the semiconductor industry.

    newswire.ca

  • The Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia are providing $1.41M and $4.57M in funding respectively, to support the development of a 35-unit apartment building in Fernie.

    yahoo.com

  • Banana Leaf, a chain of restaurants offering Malaysian cuisine, plans to open a new location this month in South Surrey.

    dailyhive.com

  • Hootsuite, a Vancouver-based social media management company, announced plans to layoff 5% of its staff due to poor economic and market conditions.

    dailyhive.com

  • Western Forest Products announced plans to curtail operations at its Port Alberni sawmill for a least 6 months due to market conditions and a lack of lumber supply. Over 90 employees at the Alberni Pacific Division Sawmill are affected.

    cheknews.ca

  • First College, a Kelowna-based institution, is seeking new students interested in its two-year Registered Massage Therapy diploma program. The deadline to apply is November 24.

    kelownanow.com

  • The new Teck Emergency Department at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops has begun construction. The new facility aims to expand patient care and feature new upgrades and equipment. The construction project is expected to be completed in 2026.

    ashcroftcachecreekjournal.com

  • Ooh La La Shawarma Lounge, a new restaurant offering Middle Eastern cuisine, opened in October at the Westbrook Center in Surrey.

    dailyhive.com

  • Cypress Mountain, a ski resort located in West Vancouver, is seeking new employees for over 30 positions ahead of the winter season.

    dailyhive.com
• Week of 2022-10-24 to 2022-10-28

  • Canada Jetlines, a new low-cost airline, plans to introduce a direct route from Vancouver to Toronto. The service is expected to operate twice-weekly starting December 2022.

    .biv.com

  • The new Namgis First Nation Driving School will soon be offering driver training services for residents in remote Indigenous communities on northern Vancouver Island.

    cbc.ca

  • The B.C. government has created a new advisory council to support forestry workers and oversee forestry programs and initiatives that aim to build economic resiliency in rural communities.

    woodbusiness.ca

  • No. 1 Collision Group has opened a new 30,000 sq. ft. luxury vehicle repair centre in Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • Zuba, a chain of restaurants offering Japanese cuisine, plans to open a new 100-seat concept restaurant in downtown Vancouver in early 2023.

    dailyhive.com

  • Blacksmith Bakery has opened its new artisan bakery and café located in Langley.

    dailyhive.com

  • Ibex Café + Kitchen opened its new 1,740 sq. ft. café located in Coquitlam’s Burke Mountain Village.

    dailyhive.com

  • Pane e Formaggio opened its new Italian cafe and bakery located in downtown Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Seven Sisters mental-health facility in Terrace has begun redevelopment. The new facility will add additional beds and spaces for patients. The construction project is expected to be completed in late fall 2023.

    reminetwork.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing $10M in funding for Science World in Vancouver through the Tourism Relief Fund, to support infrastructure improvements and gallery renovations, including enhanced accessibility features.

    canada.ca

  • The B.C. government plans to hire about 320 protection services officers and 14 violence prevention leads, to support a safer environment for staff and patients in provincial health care facilities across the province.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Canadian Tire has opened a new location in Chilliwack. The new 170,000 sq. ft. store, the largest in B.C., replaced another smaller location in the community.

    hopestandard.com

  • WestJet plans to re-introduce a direct route from Terrace to Calgary. The service is expected to operate four-times-weekly starting December 1.

    haidagwaiiobserver.com

  • Four-Rivers Co-op is seeking to hire gas station employees after purchasing 10 Husky-owned gas stations and 6 additional fuelling contracts for Husky dealer-owned franchises in various northern B.C communities.

    haidagwaiiobserver.com

  • The Gorman Bros. Lumber Ltd. sawmill in West Kelowna plans to layoff 11 employees due to timber supply challenges..

    castanet.net

  • Imagine Cannabis has opened a new retail location in Coquitlam.

    tricitynews.com

  • A new Hulu and ABC Signature TV series has begun filming in B.C, with its production office in Richmond. Filming is scheduled from October 12 to March 3, 2023.

    richmond-news.com

  • The new Delta Hotels by Marriot location, part of the Cascades Casino complex in Delta, plans to open in late 2022, and is seeking to hire over 50 people.

    delta-optimist.com

  • The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George announced plans to increase bursary funding offered to School District 57, UNBC and College of New Caledonia students.

    princegeorgecitizen.com

  • The new Canfor Leisure Pool, a nearly $40M recreational facility located in Prince George, officially opens to the public on November 14.

    princegeorgecitizen.com

  • The Nechako-Kitimaat Development Fund Society is providing $72,000 in funding to support four new community-building projects in the Nechako region, including environmental and economic assessments.

    northernsentinel.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $5M to support the Heiltsuk First Nation develop the Heiltsuk Marine Emergency Response Team. The pilot-project aims enhance marine safety on the Central Coast of British Columbia.

    yahoo.com

  • The B.C. government is implementing temporary measures to increase on-call and overtime pay for paramedics in rural and remote communities. On-call pay increase to $12 per hour from $2 for eligible workers.

    theglobeandmail.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $5.3M in combined funding to Deadwood Innovations and the Nak'azdli Development Corporation and Tolko Industries Ltd. to support new wood manufacturing innovation.

    newswire.ca
• Week of 2022-10-17 to 2022-10-21

  • The Union, a restaurant located in Vancouver’s Chinatown, permanently closed in October.

    dailyhive.com

  • Waffle House Restaurant, located in New Westminster, is closing due to re-zoning.

    dailyhive.com

  • Canfor Pulp Products Inc. extended a maintenance shutdown until October 24 at its Intercontinental pulp mill in Prince George, due to a lack of fiber.

    westerninvestor.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing almost $1.2M in funding for 11 projects to support businesses in the tourism industry and enhance visitor experiences across British Columbia.

    canada.ca

  • The Government of Canada announced plans to forgive up to 50% of the COVID Indigenous Business Initiative loans, to support the recovery of Indigenous small and medium sized enterprises.

    newswire.ca

  • The B.C. government is expanding access to the small business tax rate, to support the recovery and growth of small and medium-sized businesses.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is providing $20M to support the Taku River Tlingit First Nation led clean energy project for communities in the Northwest of the province and the Yukon.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government is contributing $50M to support the development of the new Vancouver Art Gallery. The project is expected to generate an estimated 3,000 construction jobs and support 1,000 permanent jobs in the toursim sector.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Cascadia Seaweed has received $4.3M in funding from Sustainable Development Technology Canada, to support the development of a 100-hectare seaweed farm and agrifeed processing facility in northern B.C., near Prince Rupert.

    thefishsite.com

  • Jollibee, a global fast-food chain, opened a new location in downtown Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • Chutneys Indian Grill opened a new restaurant location in Abbotsford.

    dailyhive.com

  • Flair Airlines plans to introduce a direct route from Abbotsford to Waterloo, Ontario. The service is expected to operate three times a week starting on May 9, 2023.

    dailyhive.com

  • Thai Express plans to open a new location at the Abbotsford Highstreet Shopping Centre.

    abbynews.com

  • Darwynn, plans to open a new 113,000 sq. ft. distribution centre this November in Surrey. The technology-driven distribution company, aims to hire around 100 full-time workers.

    .biv.com

  • Pourquois Pas, a new bakery and café located in Coquitlam, plans to open later this year.

    tricitynews.com

  • Capital Iron, a general store located in Victoria and Langford, will close both locations in December due to challenges arising from COVID-19.

    timescolonist.com
• Week of 2022-10-10 to 2022-10-14

  • TransLink aims to hire more than 500 new workers by 2028, including 300 this fall, to support the Surry-Langley and Broadway Subway projects.

    tricitynews.com

  • The Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools’ board has approved a pilot project for before and after school care for school-aged children, set to begin fall 2023. The project is currently in the planning stage.

    nanaimobulletin.com

  • Spin, an e-mobility service provider headquartered in San Francisco, announced plans to lay off 10% of its workforce and terminate its operations in Kelowna, B.C.

    techcrunch.com

  • The Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot program, which provides a path to permanent residency for skilled foreign workers in the Vernon-North Okanagan area, is expanding to include Salmon Arm, Sicamous and other Shuswap communities.

    vernonmorningstar.com

  • The B.C. government provided over $1.2M to the British Columbia Assembly of First Nations for a new Centre of Excellence in First Nations Economic Development, to support communities throughout the province. The new initiative will employ six people in its first year.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The B.C. government signed a new climate agreement with the U.S. States of Washington, Oregon and California, to advance cross-border climate infrastructure investment and respond to climate-related challenges.

    burnabynow.com

  • The Mills Memorial Hospital construction project in Terrace is entering a new phase this month, with a workforce increasing from approximately 130 people to more than 200. The project is expected to be completed early 2025.

    terracestandard.com

  • Donuteria, based in New Westminster, is seeking to open two new locations in Vancouver and Coquitlam.

    dailyhive.com

  • Yao Yen Kitchen & Café, located in East Vancouver, opened to customers this month and offers dine-in and take-out options.

    dailyhive.com

  • The University of British Columbia has begun construction on a new 101,000 square-foot recreation centre at its Vancouver campus. The project is expected to be completed in late 2024.

    reminetwork.com

  • Conifex Timber announced plans on October 11 to curtail operations for two weeks at its sawmill located in Mackenzie.

    lesprom.com

  • Charlie’s Mexican Restaurant and Catering, located in Port Moody, permanently closed last month.

    dailyhive.com

  • Cariboo Pulp and Paper, a mill located in Quesnel, announced plans to curtail operations for 16 days beginning on October 29, due to challenges in timber supply and access. Around 160 employees are affected.

    quesnelobserver.com

  • The B.C. government announced new minimum-age restrictions for young workers in various sectors in the province. The new amendments will take effect on January 1.

    infomedia.gc.ca

  • Butterica, located in New Westminster, opened its new Indian cuisine restaurant this month.

    newwestrecord.ca

  • Chronic Tacos, a Mexican cuisine chain restaurant located in New Westminster, will permanently close at the end of October.

    newwestrecord.ca

  • The B.C. government is beginning permanent repairs to flood damaged sections of Highway 1 between Hope and Spences Bridge. The project is expected to be completed in 2024.

    hopestandard.com

  • The Salt Spring Men’s Shed, part of a global community organization that advocates for social interaction and craftwork, opened its workshop on Salt Spring Island this month.

    gulfislandsdriftwood.com

  • Eco Tower Print, located in Duncan, recently opened its new aeroponics store, which offers advanced plant growing systems to customers.

    cowichanvalleycitizen.com
• Week of 2022-10-03 to 2022-10-07

  • Air Canada plans to introduce a direct route from Vancouver to Houston. The service is expected to operate daily starting on December 16, 2022.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Progressive Housing Society has opened its five winter shelters for those experiencing homelessness in Port Moody, Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam to offer nightly spaces during the fall and winter months.

    tricitynews.com

  • The Ksan Society in Terrace began reducing daytime hours for one of its homeless shelters since Sept 30th due to staff shortages. The society is seeking to fill a number of vacant positions.

    terracestandard.com

  • LNG Canada is boosting construction at its liquefied natural gas terminal in Kitimat, with its workforce expected to peak at 7,500 people next year.

    terracestandard.com

  • School District 40, which operates schools in New Westminster, is planning to build a new 600-student elementary school in Simcoe Park. The project is currently in the conceptual stage.

    newwestrecord.ca

  • Willingdon Lands, a 40 acre Indigenous-owned project in Burnaby, plans to develop 5,200 new housing units and also incorporate about 450,000 square feet of film and TV production studio space with over 3,050 full-time jobs.

    .biv.com

  • Artemis Gold is seeking funding to develop its Blackwater Gold project, a planned open-pit gold mine located in central British Columbia, approximately 160 km southwest of Prince George.

    canadianinvestor.com

  • Kelowna International Airport announced plans to partner with Sutton Place Hotels for the development of a new hotel next to the terminal building. Construction is estimated to begin in 2023 for completion in 2026.

    storeys.com

  • Cascades Casino Delta, a new casino and hotel in Delta, officially opened on September 29.

    delta-optimist.com

  • Teck Resources is providing $5M to the British Columbia Institute of Technology, located in Burnaby, to support campus redevelopment and new teaching and learning innovations as well as to expand the use of antimicrobial copper across BCIT’s campuses.

    teck.com

  • Various companies around Vancouver are hiring for over 242 positions across multiple sectors this October. Positions include retail sales, digital marketing, business management, and information technology.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing $11.1M in funding for two projects at the University of British Columbia, to support research advancements in mRNA vaccines and the biotechnology field in B.C.

    newswire.ca

  • 133 hospitality and food-service workers are now employed by Fraser Health, having been rehired through BC’s Bill 47. The Bill aims to bring previously contracted-out health-care service workers back into the public system.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Innovate BC has awarded $2.3M in funding to eight research and development projects aimed at accelerating the commercialization of biotech, cleantech, mining, agriculture, and forestry in the province.

    yahoo.com

  • The B.C. government is increasing mental health and addiction support services across correctional centres through the hiring of additional support staff, to aid inmate transitions after leaving prison.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2022-09-26 to 2022-09-30

  • The City of Delta is preparing for the construction of the new $1.75M North Delta Track Field House. The project is expected to be completed in spring 2023.

    delta-optimist.com

  • Polaris Realty is planning a rehabilitation project that will see Vancouver’s Harbour Centre partially converted into a data centre for cloud and connectivity services.

    .biv.com

  • Fashion retailer, Artizia, aims to hire more than 2000 roles across its distribution centre, concierge, and retail teams in B.C.

    dailyhive.com

  • Virtuous Pie, a restaurant offering plant based pizza, will be closing its Wesbrook Village location at the University of British Columbia.

    dailyhive.com

  • Capilano University, located in North Vancouver, has begun work on a new $18.6M centre for childhood studies that will have new educational spaces as well as 74 additional child care spaces.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Kelowna Gospel Mission is seeking to fill 22 positions to support the opening of its new emergency shelter this month.

    castanet.net

  • The Government of Canada is providing $1.4M in funding to Atli Chip LP, located in Beaver Cove, through the Indigenous Forestry Initiative program, to support ongoing Indigenous-led economic development in the forestry sector.

    yahoo.com

  • BC Emergency Health Services is expanding ambulance resources in Nakusp by adding eight new full-time paramedic positions.

    yahoo.com

  • The B.C. government has provided $900,000 in funding to the Justice Institute of British Columbia, located in Maple Ridge, for a new fire engine to enhance student firefighter training.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Uride announced it will begin offering its ridesharing services in Prince George this October.

    princegeorgecitizen.com

  • SOLID Outreach Society received $80,000 from the B.C. government to support ongoing health education and support services for harm reduction associated with drug use in Victoria.

    timescolonist.com
• Week of 2022-09-19 to 2022-09-23

  • Fresh BC Talent Quest is offering a two-day workshop this October in Penticton for young performers to learn the basics of stage shows, audience interaction, and vocal skills.

    pentictonherald.ca

  • The B.C. government and Abbotsford Mission Water Sewer Commission are building a new $84.4M well and water-treatment system in the City of Abbotsford.

    theprogress.com

  • The new Gorge Road Urgent and Primary Care Centre in Victoria officially opened this month It is the seventh operational centre on the Island.

    timescolonist.com

  • The British Columbia government provided over $30M through the BC Knowledge Development Fund to support 120 post-secondary research projects at 8 universities in the province.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The British Columbia government is providing over $25M in carbon tax revenue to support 26 new projects that aim to reduce climate pollution and create job opportunities for people in the clean economy.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The City of Nelson issued 177 new housing permits this year, compared to 46 at this time in 2021. The estimated value is almost $43M. Several other large construction projects are also underway.

    nelsonstar.com

  • The B.C. Construction Association’s new $3.6M Building Builders program is now accepting applications. There are 300 positions available to people who are under-employed, out of work, unskilled, or unregistered apprentices.

    timescolonist.com

  • Coming Home Coffee House in New Westminister permanently closed last week.

    newwestrecord.ca

  • The federal government is providing over $5.5M to support small businesses in the province to prepare for the economic effects of climate change through CFBC. The funding is expected to help 900 businesses and maintain 4,500 jobs.

    vernonmorningstar.com

  • Canfor Corporation began a two-week production curtailment on September 26th at most production facilities in the province. After the two-week period the company will run a reduced operating schedule through the rest of 2022.

    canfor.com

  • Hydra Energy began construction on a hydrogen refuelling station in Prince George this month. The station will serve trucks that have been converted to run on both hydrogen and diesel, and is expected to be completed in early 2024.

    castanet.net

  • Save-On-Foods opened a new location at Coquitlam’s Sunwood Square Mall at the beginning of the month.

    dailyhive.com
• Week of 2022-09-12 to 2022-09-16

  • Business aviation company, Fast Air, plans to open their new executive hangar complex later this fall, offering corporate jet services at the Abbotsford International Airport.

    abbynews.com

  • The Very Good Butcher, a BC-based vegan food company, has decided to terminate plans for a Vancouver flagship store location in an effort to improve production efficiencies and reduce overhead.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Town of Oliver has received around $600,000 in funding from the federal government to support the development of a multi-purpose outdoor plaza.

    timeschronicle.ca

  • Milk Bar, a bakery chain, plans to open a new store location in downtown Vancouver this fall.

    dailyhive.com

  • Tap & Barrel restaurant and bar will open a new south Surrey location on September 27, and will offer nearly 500 seats for indoor dining and year-round outdoor dining.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Columbia Basin Trust has successfully added 125 kilometers of high-speed fibre optic cable to its broadband network in the Slocan Valley to just north of Nakusp, serving residents and businesses in the area.

    trailtimes.ca

  • Cascades Casino Delta, a new casino and hotel in Delta, will officially open on September 29, creating over 600 jobs.

    dailyhive.com

  • Coastal GasLink is seeking to increase its workforce by up to 1,200 workers at a camp south of Houston, to finish its 670 km long natural gas pipeline from northeastern B.C. to the LNG Canada liquefied natural gas plant in Kitimat.

    houston-today.com

  • The University of Northern British Columbia, located in Prince George, in association with Mitacs, announced a new Indigenous student research initiative which includes 10 six-month internships and 12 Indigenous student awards.

    unbc.ca

  • The Ocean Legacy Foundation has received a grant from the Government of Canada and approval from the Regional District of Mount Waddington to set up a marine waste sorting site at the Seven Mile Landfill and Recycling Centre in Port McNeill.

    northislandeagle.com
• Week of 2022-09-05 to 2022-09-09

  • The Capital Regional District will provide a new natural gas energy plant to Hartland Landfill in Victoria. Waga Energy will build the facility by 2024, replacing the old facility, and operate it for the next 25 years for the regional district.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The provincial government has approved up to $22.8M, with The Central Okanagan School District providing $500,000, to add 12 classrooms to École Dr. Knox Middle school in Kelowna. Construction will begin early in 2023 and finish Fall 2024.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The provincial government is spending up to $5.7M for a gym at Upper Halfway School. The Peace River North School District is providing $29,000 more to the project. Construction will be completed in Fall 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Okanagan College, located in Kelowna, has begun a new 30-week program that trains Indigenous women as carpenters for in-demand trades’ jobs. The Okanagan Training and Development Council will sponsor students with funds from the B.C. Government.

    cbc.ca

  • The provincial government’s CleanBC Building Innovation Fund is providing $5M towards seven low-carbon, energy-efficient building practices and technology projects. CBBIF provides funds to manufactures and innovators to develop such technologies.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The provincial government is providing over $575,000 to the Squamish Nation through the Community and Employer Partnerships project to train and certify 24 eligible people in its Indigenous building maintenance worker training program.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Quesnel's G.R. Baker Memorial Hospital emergency department and intensive care unit upgrades will be completed at the end of Fall 2022 for use in February 2023. The upgrades were originally planned to be completed and open by Fall 2022.

    quesnelobserver.com

  • The provincial government has brought health-service workers back under the public system through Bill 47. Workers are being repatriated from the private to the public system, with 526 food-service workers returning under Vancouver Coastal Health.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $10M in infrastructure and facility funding to upgrade the Pacific National Exhibition and support cultural, sporting and family events in Vancouver. Funding is also expected to maintain over 4,000 jobs for the annual Summer Fair.

    newswire.ca

  • The B.C. Government is providing $87M to build 266 new student housing beds and a new dining hall at the Vancouver Island University’s Nanaimo campus.

    westerlynews.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $50,000 for the Kootenay Lake Historical Society,located in Kaslo, to renovate the SS Moyie, the oldest intact passenger sternwheeler in the world and a National Historic Site of Canada.

    newswire.ca

  • The governments of Canada and British Columbia are providing nearly $1.9M to support high-speed internet access projects for 663 rural households on Keats Island and in New Brighton, British Columbia.

    yahoo.com
• Week of 2022-08-29 to 2022-09-02

  • Keltic Canada Development, a real estate company, and global medical technology company, Masimo, announced the development of a new multi-level health-innovation facility in Vancouver, which will create around 170 new jobs.

    businesswire.com

  • The Nicola Valley Institute of Technology has received $3.4M from the B.C. government to purchase three mobile training units that can bring healthcare and information technology training programs to students living in rural and remote Indigenous communities.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $24M for small and medium-sized construction businesses to hire at least 2,100 first-year apprentices in red seal trades over the next two years.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The B.C. Government is providing $25M through the Forest Enhancement Society of BC to fund 22 new projects in Northern B.C. that enhance forest resilience in response to wildfires and climate change.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Cheshire Cheese Restaurant, located in North Vancouver, will permanently close on September 18.

    .biv.com

  • The Sunshine Coast Film Society is preparing to resume its events this September following closures due to COVID-19. The volunteer-led organization has announced eight screenings this fall at local theaters in Gibsons and Sechelt.

    coastreporter.net

  • Various companies around Vancouver are hiring for over 94 positions across multiple sectors this September. Positions include marketing sales, real estate, art and recreation, human resources, and information technology.

    dailyhive.com

  • Coast Mountain College, located in Prince Rupert, announced a new mobile marine classroom for students to combine classroom and field-work experience to prepare for careers in sustainability, ecology, and fish and wildlife conservation.

    cbc.ca

  • Cheslatta Carrier Nation and Rio Tinto have partnered on a $2.8M Indigenous-led archaeological research initiative, which aims to better understand the history of Indigenous communities and human migrations within Cheslatta Territory.

    haidagwaiiobserver.com

  • Vancouver Island University has received $3.3M from the provincial government to upgrade facilities and infrastructure on its campuses in Nanaimo, Cowichan, and Powell River.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Fine Choice Foods announced the opening of a second food manufacturing facility in Richmond which is expected to create more than 70 new jobs.

    theprovince.com

  • The Nuxalk Nation has received an $879,688 rural development grant from the B.C. government to re-establish the Bella Coola/Kimsquit Eulachon Grease Trail. The project is expected to create jobs and boost economic activity in the region.

    quesnelobserver.com
• Week of 2022-08-22 to 2022-08-26

  • Swiss Chalet has closed their last location in British Columbia, located in Burnaby, on August 21.

    .biv.com

  • L’aromas Coffee, a Delta-based cafe and eatery, will be opening a new location in Richmond.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Coordinated Access Hub in Nelson for people at-risk of or experiencing homelessness, has received $220,889 in funds through the B.C. government’s Strengthening Communities’ Services Program to add a full-time Indigenous cultural support worker and improve food delivery programs.

    nelsonstar.com

  • The Okanagan Film Commission is looking for potential filming locations between Penticton and the U.S. border, between the Kootenay Boundary and as far west as Princeton, to support the regions growing film and television industry.

    infotel.ca

  • Kelson Hall, an art hub under construction in downtown Kamloops, is expected to open this fall. The site will host the Kamloops Symphony and Western Canada Theatre offices and schools, and provide spaces for performances and rehearsals to support community arts programs and groups.

    infotel.ca

  • The BC Métis Federation and the Laborers’ International Union of North America signed a new partnership agreement that aims to create training and employment opportunities for Métis in B.C. and in increasing the number of Métis in the trades across the province.

    constructconnect.com

  • The B.C. government announced $2.5M in development grants for Indigenous organizations and local governments on Hornby Island and northern Vancouver Island to support tourism and infrastructure projects.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Grouse Mountain will begin construction on September 9 for a new gondola system that will add 1000 passengers per hour to the resort’s capacity. The approxmately $35M project is expected to be completed for spring 2024.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Government of Canada and the Tseshaht First Nation announced an investment of over $4.5M for a new Tseshaht Community Hall. The new building will provide cultural opportunities and programming for the youth, elders, children, and families of the Nation.

    newswire.ca

  • The Government of Canada and British Columbia is providing $9.9M in funding for 14 projects under the British Columbia Salmon Restoration and Innovation Fund that aims to improve the performance and sustainability of the province's fisheries sector.

    newswire.ca

  • The Government of Canada and British Columbia is providing more than $20 million in joint federal-provincial funding for eight social, transportation, and green infrastructure projects across British Columbia.

    newswire.ca
• Week of 2022-08-15 to 2022-08-19

  • Vancouver-based coffee-shop, Caffe Artigiano, plans to open a new location at the corner of Howe and Hastings street in downtown Vancouver.

    .biv.com

  • Fort Babine will receive $2.3M in funding for improved cellular coverage through the Connecting British Columbia program and Telus. Funding will aid in connecting the Lake Babine First Nations; with work is expected to be complete in 2024.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Telus is spending $19M in Prince George this year as part of its $17.5B investment in network infrastructure and operations across British Columbia which is expected to generate 5,500 jobs in construction, engineering, and emerging technologies.

    telus.com

  • The West Kootenay Cycling Coalition has received a $50,000 grant through Infrastructure Canada's Active Transportation Fund, to determine feasibility for a low-carbon mix of walking, cycling, bus, and passenger rail transportation between Nelson and Castlegar.

    nelsonstar.com

  • Afuri Ramen and Dumpling has opened a new restaurant in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood.

    dailyhive.com

  • BC-based game developer, SkyBox Labs, will open a third studio office location in Burnaby, adding to its others already in Burnaby and Victoria. This expansion is expected create over 250 jobs in 2022, with added positions for engineers, designers, producers, and artists.

    dailyhive.com

  • BC Transit announced a reduction in service for the Kitimat-Terrace routes due to driver shortages on August 14. Services along Route 11 and 12 are still reduced until further notice.

    terracestandard.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing $11.2M in funding though the Creative Export Canada program. Four companies in B.C specialized in design, art and architecture, and digital and audiovisual content are being funded.

    newswire.ca

  • The Government of BC is providing $250,000 to BCIT, located in Burnaby, to support its mass timber structures associate certificate. The 6-month program will aid carpenters, ironworks and builders gain experience with this technology. Classes are set to begin in January 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Baskin Robbins, a major ice cream chain, aims to open approximately 25 new shops in Metro Vancouver as part of the company’s larger expansion plans in western Canada.

    .biv.com
• Week of 2022-08-08 to 2022-08-12

  • West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. announced it will be cutting a shift at three B.C. mills, for a total loss of 147 jobs, as the company reduces production in part because of a lack of timber supplies. The job losses are expected to take place in the fourth quarter.

    thestar.com

  • Air India announced non-stop flights between Vancouver and Delhi will be offered 7-days a week, starting August 31.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing $750,000 to the Town of Princeton through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund. Funds will be used to revitalize the downtown core, and to enhance a visitor centre and RV campground to promote tourism in the area.

    yahoo.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing $7.5M through the Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative (ARRI) for three B.C. organizations. The funding aims to aid companies become commercially viable. Funding is expected to support the creation of 110 jobs.

    newswire.ca

  • A new $98M post-secondary campus, that will host four BC institutions, will be built in Langford. The campus is expected to open for over 600 students in fall 2024, and by 2035-36, it is expected to serve an estimated 1,300 full-time students.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Hootsuite Inc., a Vancouver-based social media company, is laying off approximately 300 workers. The company cited a broad downturn in the tech sector as a contributing factor for the layoffs.

    ctvnews.ca

  • A new pilot program, BC Fruit Works, is connecting B.C agricultural employers with seasonal workers looking for employment. Since June, 90 fruit-harvest jobs have been filled, and 60 farmers have been recruited for training and technology development.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada and British Columbia are providing $29.5M for 11 projects throughout the province that aim to improve critical infrastructure and community safety in response to increasing natural disasters.

    canada.ca

  • The Northern Development Initiative Trust approved $1M for five projects that seek to strengthen regional communities and their economies. The projects include infrastructure improvements, new housing developments, and agricultural and cultural programs.

    northerndevelopment.bc.ca

  • Unbounce, a Vancouver-based software company, has announced that it will layoff 47 employees due to unfavourable economic conditions.

    dailyhive.com

  • Vancouver based Online furniture retailer, Article, announced it would be laying off 216 employees due to a decline in demand for its services following the COVID-19 pandemic.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2022-08-01 to 2022-08-05

  • The Government of Canada and the City of Chilliwack are providing over $10.1M in combined funding through the National Housing Co-Investment Fund to develop low-income housing by Fall 2023, dedicated to support victims of gender-based violence.

    newswire.ca

  • Okanagan College is offering a new tuition-free, work-integrated and online learning program for early childhood educators this September with completion scheduled for April 2024. The program is accepting up to 25 students.

    pentictonherald.ca

  • A $4.6M contract has been awarded to Emil Anderson Construction and the Chawathil First Nation for road repairs to the Othello section of the Coquihalla Highway 5. Work is expected to begin this August and be completed later this fall.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada has begun engaging salmon farming stakeholders to develop a plan by Spring 2023, which aims to support ecological sustainability and transition from open-net pen aquaculture in British Columbia coastal waters.

    newswire.ca

  • Various companies around Vancouver are hiring for 131 positions across multiple sectors. Postions include, marketing sales, technology, human resources and administration.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Fort Nelson First Nation has been granted a permit to advance development of the Tu Deh-Kah Geothermal project at Clarke Lake. The project will create around 50 jobs and could offset approximately 35,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions.

    worldoil.com

  • The Northern Development Initiative Trust is providing approximately $2.5M in funding as part of the Inter-City Passenger Transportation Services program. The deadline to submit proposals is August 29, 2022.

    northerndevelopment.bc.ca

  • Good Co. bar in the Steveston neighborhood of Richmond opened this week. It can seat 250 patrons, with a year-round patio that seats 80.

    richmond-news.com

  • Cytiva, a life sciences company, has opened a 126k sq. ft. biotech plant in Burnaby, following its acquisition of B.C.-founded Vanrx Pharmasystems Inc. Since the 2021 acquisition, Cytiva’s local headcount has doubled from 100 to 200 workers.

    .biv.com
• Week of 2022-07-25 to 2022-07-29

  • 283 hospital food-service workers are now employed by Vancouver Coastal Health, having been rehired through BC’s Bill 47. The Bill aims to bring previously contracted-out health-care service workers back into the public system.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The annual ArtWalk, which unites businesses, artists, and community members in Nelson, opens on July 29 and will run until September 4. There are over 27 venues and over 60 artists for the community to explore.

    nelsonstar.com

  • Fashion retailer, Artizia, is hiring to fill more than 400 roles for its upcoming Warehouse Sale later this summer, in Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • Prince George Airport will receive $3.1M through Transport Canada’s Airport Relief Fund and Airport Capital Assistance Program, to provide important improvements for operations and air services for residents and workers in surrounding communities.

    princegeorgecitizen.com

  • Work on the second phase of the Shelbourne Street Improvement Project in Victoria is set to begin August 2. This phase includes underground utility development, protected bike lanes, and a new UVic bike connecter. Work is expected to last for 24 months.

    vicnews.com

  • Gateway Casinos & Entertainment is looking to fill up to 600 positions for its Cascades Casino Delta, which will open in the fall. The casino is expected to contribute around $99.3 million to the economy in Delta.

    dailyhive.com

  • Twisted Steak, a restaurant in Kamloops, is expected to relocate and open in the fall at 500 Lorne Street, the former CN Railway station in downtown. The new expanded location will feature up to 100 more seats.

    kamloopsthisweek.com

  • Metro Vancouver’s largest Chinese-language newspaper, the Sing Tao Daily, will stop publishing in print at the end of August. The company currently employs more than 160 people across the Canada and plans to lay off 83.

    .biv.com

  • Calgary-based Deville Coffee will soon open four downtown locations in Vancouver, marking a major expansion of the brand.

    .biv.com
• Week of 2022-07-18 to 2022-07-22

  • The Walt Disney Company has leased office space in the Yaletown district of downtown Vancouver. In August 2021, the company announced plans to develop a hub for Walt Disney Animation Studios in Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Skeena River Métis Community Association is giving Métis youth the opportunity to take part in eight weeks of sponsored music lessons at Sight and Sound, a local Terrace musical instrument store. Anyone age 32 and younger are invited to apply by August 30.

    cftktv.com

  • Kamloops Airport will receive more than $1.8M through Transport Canada's Airports Capital Assistance Program to replace airfield electrical systems for enhanced safety. This investment adds to the $1.3M received in May 2021 for taxiway rehabilitation projects.

    newswire.ca

  • The Government of British Columbia is investing $1.5M to support small businesses through the Digital Marketing Bootcamp program intended to help them develop an online business presence.

    richmond-news.com

  • Zygg Mobility has introduced Canada’s first e-bike service subscription in four Metro Vancouver cities, and is expected to contribute to the food delivery ecosystem.

    newwestrecord.ca

  • The Richmond Gateway Theatre is holding auditions to cast eight main roles, musicians who can play a variety of instruments, as well as children ages 12 and over in their upcoming production of Anne of Green Gables.

    richmond-news.com

  • Teck Trail, a leading integrated zinc and lead smelting and refining complex, will undergo a three-month maintenance shutdown beginning in August 2022. Over 800 contractor employees will be onsite to supplement Teck Trail employees in executing the work, providing an economic boost to the region through the use of local hotels, restaurants, and other amenities.

    nelsonstar.com

  • Seaspan Corporation's North Vancouver drydock will be servicing three cruise ships between this July and August, and is expected to bring in over 1,700 temporary workers.

    nsnews.com

  • Air Canada plans to introduce a direct route from Vancouver to Miami. The service is expected to operate year-round starting on December 17, 2022.

    dailyhive.com

  • La La Island Café, which offers a new cafe concept, has opened at 2951 West Broadway in the Kitsilano neighborhood.

    dailyhive.com

  • Seed & Stone has received approval from the Municipal Council of the District of Hope, to open the first non-medical cannabis retail location in the town.

    abbynews.com

  • The Civic Innovation Lab is a new partnership between the City of Burnaby and Simon Fraser University to research and develop solutions to civic issues and challenges. Funding has been provided to second two full-time positions.

    burnabynow.com
• Week of 2022-07-11 to 2022-07-15

  • Tiggy, a grocery-delivery app, has closed its North Vancouver store. The company's six other Vancouver stores will remain open.

    nsnews.com

  • The newly renovated pharmacy at Trail’s Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital recently opened. The pharmacy is part of $38.8M project that includes an upgraded oncology department and an updated physiotherapy department.

    constructconnect.com

  • Kelowna’s International Airport will receive $500,000 through the province’s Mass Timber Demonstration Program to expand and upgrade the airport. Construction is set to begin in 2023.

    constructconnect.com

  • Seabridge Gold is spending $150M this year to prepare the new KSM mine for further development. Located 65km northwest of Stewart, the company estimates the project could create 1,550 jobs during construction and 1,400 jobs once in production.

    .biv.com

  • Public swimming pools throughout the Okanagan, are reducing their hours due to a shortage of lifeguards. The pandemic has caused a pause on certification programs, creating a delay between new hires and current staff.

    pentictonherald.ca

  • There is a shortage of lifeguards and swim instructors in Metro Vancouver and some cities are offering free training to become certified. The pandemic has caused a pause on certification programs, creating a delay between new hires and current staff.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The Recovery and Resiliency Fund is a new initiative that will provide $34M in support to the charitable and non-profit sector as it recovers from the pandemic.

    globenewswire.com

  • PartSource recently opened a new store in Pitt Meadows. This is the first auto parts store that PartSource has opened in B.C. and is expected to employ up to 60 people.

    mapleridgenews.com

  • High Tide Inc. recently opened a new retail cannabis store in Fort St. John. Canna Cabana is High Tide's 128th retail location across Canada and its first store in B.C.

    newswire.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing $320,500 to support Indigenous tourism projects in Whistler and Brackendale.

    newswire.ca

  • Western Forest Products is investing $29M in its operations, expanding value-added manufacturing on the B.C. Coast. Some investments include $12.3M for a new continuous kiln at the Saltair sawmill in Ladysmith and $7.9M for new equipment at the Duke Point facility in Nanaimo.

    apnews.com

  • The spring’s cold and wet weather has delayed corn crops in B.C.'s Fraser Valley by two to three weeks.

    cbc.ca

  • The British Columbia Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy has awarded eight BC-based tech providers with funding for new low carbon energy projects. The program aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while creating jobs and new export opportunities.

    betakit.com
• Week of 2022-07-04 to 2022-07-08

  • The Provincial government has issued a request for proposals for the construction of a new hospital and cancer centre in Surrey. Construction on the facility is expected to start in the summer of 2023 and be patient-ready by 2027.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The University of British Columbia plans to expand their Okanagan campus in Kelowna. The plans include academic spaces for learning and research, a simulated hospital ward, art gallery, and a 500 unit residental tower for students, faculty, and staff.

    news.ok.ubc.ca

  • The United Truckers Association has announced that its members have voted to support job action at the Port of Vancouver to protest a program aimed at phasing out older trucks from the port. Negotiations to avoid a port shutdown will begin in July 2022.

    nationalpost.com

  • The Northen Development Initative Trust has aided in funding 356 projects totaling $37M in 2022. These projects aim to stimulate entreprenuerial creativity and community resilience in Northen British Columbia.

    northerndevelopment.bc.ca

  • Nicola Valley Hospital in Merritt temporarily closed its emergency department between July 4th-5th due to limited physician availability. Interior Health has continued to face staff shortages across the region.

    globalnews.ca

  • The District of Saanich has completed the $12M first phase of the Shelbourne Street Improvement Project. The next phase, between North Dairy Rd and Pear Street and add protected bike lanes, is expected to begin this summer with completion slated in 2024.

    ctvnews.ca

  • B.C. is facing a shortage of emergency dispatchers, leading to higher wait times and forced overtime. E-Comm, the non-profit corporation responsible for nearly all of B.C’s emergency calls, is working to hire more staff ahead of the summer.

    cbc.ca

  • Construction is moving ahead on the $250-million Nigel Valley housing redevelopment in Saanich. The redevelopment will provide approximately 800 homes for a range of vulnerable individuals. Construction is expected to be completed in the summer of 2024.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The British Columbia Institute of Technology is opening a new $88.2M Health Sciences Centre, located in Burnaby, in September. The new centre will support the education of over 6,000 part and full-time students in 32 healthcare programs.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The federal government is providing an additional $5.2M in funding to go toward the new Sunset Seniors Centre offering community, culture, and recreation programs to Seniors in South Vancouver.

    canada.ca

  • The Governments of Canada and British Columbia are providing over $30M in joint federal-provincial funding towards upgrades and improvements to the Phibbs Transit Exchange in North Vancouver. Construction on the project is expected to begin this summer.

    canada.ca

  • Eagle Ridge Hospital, located in Port Moody, has completed an expansion of the hospital’s emergency department. The expanded emergency department has 39 new treatment spaces, up from 19, and nearly triple the available floor space.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Kekinow Native Housing Society has begun phase two of the Sohkeyah development in Surrey. This phase will provide 104 affordable rental homes for Indigenous individuals, families, and Elders. Work is expected to be complete in spring 2024.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of B.C. has awarded a $4.7M contract for rehabilitation work on the Kasiks River and Legate Creek bridges to Cortex construction Ltd. Work on the two bridges is expected to begin in summer and is scheduled to be complete this fall.

    news.ok.ubc.ca
• Week of 2022-06-27 to 2022-07-01

  • Black Dog Video, a DVD rental store in Vancouver, closed its doors after 25 years in business. The business has cited a decline in customer volumes in recent years and a rise in operating costs as the reason for the closure.

    cbc.ca

  • The federal and provincial governments are providing joint funding of $31.2M for public transit improvements across B.C. Funding will support new, expanded transit exchanges and new buses to support increased service levels.

    canada.ca

  • The provincial government is providing over $29.3M in funding for a new cultural building and inclusive and green premium visual arts center in Vancouver, the Vancouver Art Gallery at the Chan Centre for Visual Arts.

    canada.ca

  • Duncan-based O.K. Industries Ltd. has begun work on the nearly $6.5M project to resurface Highways 1 and 18 in the Duncan area. Work on the project is expected to complete in by fall 2022.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of B.C. is providing $13.4M, followed by $369,000 in annual operating expenses, for a new building to provide safe and secure housing for women and children fleeing violence in Terrace.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Provincial Government is providing $24.9M to go toward a new physical therapy training space and expanded programs for students at UBC’s Surrey campus. Twenty new seats will be available this fall, up 20 percent from the current student capacity.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Providence Health Care is welcoming back 227 support workers previously contracted out to private companies. Health authorities continue to repatriate workers, bringing an estimated 4,000 workers back into the public system.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Work has begun on increasing student housing by adding 376 spaces across Okanagan College’s Kelowna, Vernon, and Salmon arm Campuses. Construction across the campuses is set to begin at various points this year, and be completed between 2023 and 2024.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The 14-acre Oakridge Transit Centre is being redeveloped into a new community with over 1,600 market-rate and below-market housing, in addition to storefronts, daycare, and public plazas.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Open-net salmon farming off British Columbia’s coast outside of the Discovery Islands area will be permitted until 2023. Currently, the federal government is planning a transition away from the practice, with a plan to phase out 79 open-net farms.

    cbc.ca

  • The Government of Canada is providing over $29M to the Vancouver Art Gallery for the building of a new downtown gallery. Construction on the nearly $400M project is expected to start in early 2023 and be completed in 2027.

    vancouversun.com

  • Teck Resources is retrofitting carbon capture and storage technology at its Trail plant as part of a pilot project. The plant will capture three tonnes per day of carbon dioxide from the acid plant flue gas beginning in 2023.

    vancouversun.com

  • The Vancouver park board has approved $140M in funding to go towards Phase 1 of the Vancouver Aquatic Centre renewal project. The first phase of the renewal project will focus on fixing meter and diving pools.

    vancouversun.com

  • North Island College has begun offering the Indigenous Production Assistant course. The 12-week course equips indigenous students with the skills necessary for work in the film and TV industry.

    ctvnews.ca

  • A new $1.3M multi-purpose sports box has opened in Sooke. The outdoor sports box is in accordance with lacrosse box specifications, however, the new space can also be used for other sports and events.

    ctvnews.ca

  • Vancouver city council has approved the Broadway Plan, a 30-year strategy that outlines building guidelines for a large swath of land near the Millennium Line (SkyTrain) extension. The plan would eventually allow up to 50,000 more people to live in the area.

    cbc.ca

  • The Government of B.C. is providing $21M in funding to rebuild essential infrastructure and services in Lytton. The new funding will support priorities including new staffing and service restoration, to allow construction to start.

    cbc.ca
• Week of 2022-06-20 to 2022-06-24

  • The Government of British Columbia is providing $513M in funding through the newly formed Climate Preparedness and Adaption Strategy to strengthen the province’s response and resiliency to climate impacts in the near term.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Silver Star Mountain Resort, located in Vernon, has opened for their summer season.

    castanet.net

  • Construction on permanent repairs to the Coquihalla highway between Hope and Merritt are set to begin. Crews will be restoring four lane travel near Bottletop Bridges, Juliet Bridges and Jessica Bridges. Work is expected to last the rest of the year.

    .biv.com

  • The Government of British Columbia is providing $25M in funding to the Forest Enhancement Society of BC to support community projects that reduce wildfire risk, enhance wildlife habitat, ecological resiliency, and forest recreation.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of B.C. has awarded a $22.6M contract to Gitga’at Park Derochie Industrial Services Inc. for the rehabilitation of the Old Skeena Bridge, located in Terrace. Work will begin in summer and is planned to be complete in fall 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The provincial government is providing a $1M to support the Yunes?it’in Government’s recently established sawmill production and woodworking enterprise, Leading Edge. Wood from the sawmill will aid in the construction of homes in the Ts?ilhqot’in Nation.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Victoria Ska and Reggae Festival returned to Victoria’s Ship Point for the first time in 3 years. The event hosts over 12,000 individuals, across 11 shows.

    ctvnews.ca

  • The number of child-care spaces charging $10 a day in British Columbia is set to nearly double in the near term, with 12,500 spots by December of 2022.

    ctvnews.ca

  • A new Japanese cultural landmark has been rebuilt and opened in Esquimalt’s Gorge Park. The public building offers rental space for meetings, conferences and other events.

    cbc.ca

  • The R.J. Haney Heritage Village and Museum, located in Salmon Arm, has reopened for the summer after a two-year hiatus. The site offers guided tours on the area's early history and will remain open until August 23rd.

    cbc.ca

  • Unvaccinated transportation workers are eligible to return to work after the suspension of COVID-19 vaccine requirements for transportation workers, and federal employees. BC Ferries hopes to re-employ roughly 150 employees currently on leave without pay.

    dailyhive.com

  • Law Firms in the Lower Mainland have hired a significant amount of new lawyers since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The average number of lawyers per firm grew 7.2% between 2021 and 2022.

    .biv.com

  • Air Canada will be launching a new four times weekly service between Vancouver and Bangkok, Thailand on December 1st. This is the first time direct service has been offered between the two cities.

    .biv.com
• Week of 2022-06-13 to 2022-06-17

  • The B.C. government is opening a new Foundry Centre in Fort St. John. The Fort St. John Friendship Society will operate the new facility that supports youth living with mental-health and substance-use challenges.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of British Columbia is providing Selkirk College with $1M to upgrade technology and classrooms at it's newly acquired location in downtown Trail.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Sandman Center, located in Kamloops, is receiving $940,000 in upgrades in preparation for the Canadian Hockey League’s 2023 Memorial Cup. Work will include audio-visual and broadcasting upgrades.

    castanetkamloops.net

  • Island Health temporarily closed an outpatient lab in Sidney due to a shortage of laboratory staff. The lab is expected to reopen on July 4th.

    timescolonist.com

  • The Canadian Brewhouse & Grill opened to customers in Saanich on June 13.

    timescolonist.com

  • Strawberry farmers on Vancouver Island have delayed harvest by two to three weeks due to colder and wetter than average weather in the region.

    timescolonist.com

  • Douglas College in Coquitlam is offering a child and youth care diploma this fall. Graduates from the two-year program will be eligible for front-line positions such as jobs in school, addictions services, community centres, and jobs in other education settings.

    tricitynews.com

  • Construction will soon begin on upgrades to Ballou Park in Glenmore. Work includes the installation of a new jungle gym as well as enhancements to the toboggan hill. The project is expected to be completed in November 2022.

    castanet.net

  • Kelowna International Airport is hiring a number of jobs through various employers within the terminal. Positions range from facility maintenance to customer service and baggage handling.

    castanet.net

  • Ramen Time, a Japanese restaurant, has opened in Downtown Kamloops on June 6th.

    castanetkamloops.net

  • The Kekuli Café, an Indigenous owned and run restaurant, has opened its doors in early June to customers in Kamloops.

    castanetkamloops.net

  • The Canadian Mental Health Association of South Okanagan Similkameen opened a new branch in Vernon on June 8. The location offers mental health services as well as suicide prevention education.

    castanet.net

  • JetBlue Airways recently began their new service between Vancouver and New York City. The service will be operated once daily between the two cities.

    .biv.com

  • The Government of B.C., Northern Health, and the City of Prince George are building a new 50-unit supportive housing facility, 50 additional supportive homes, and a health-care clinic that will provide on-site staff and support services.

    news.gov.bc.ca
• Week of 2022-06-06 to 2022-06-10

  • BC Hydro is providing $254,000 and $746,000 to the South Peace Grain Cleaning Cooperative and the Fort St. John Seed Cleaning Cooperative respectively. The funding will go towards new and upgraded technology aimed at improving seed quality.

    northerndevelopment.bc.ca

  • Walmart Canada is opening a new location in Victoria on June 16th that will employ 350 people. The store will also feature a primary care clinic that will open later this year.

    timescolonist.com

  • The Westshore Community Health Centre opened in Colwood. The new primary care facility has 17.2 full-time equivalent employees including family doctors, nurses, and social workers. The team will increase to 19 full-time equivalent health-care providers.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of Canada and the District of Central Saanich partnered on a new $76.8M flyover overpass project in Saanich. Construction is expected to begin shortly and be completed by spring 2025.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Government of British Columbia is providing $15.9M for a new 51-unit supportive housing project in Vernon. Work is expected to be completed in spring 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The 1516 Pub & Grill, a new restaurant located along Vernon's waterfront, opened earlier this month.

    castanet.net

  • Pacific Coastal Airlines is resuming flights between Kelowna and Cranbrook on September 12th. Flights on this route were suspended in early 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The service will operate three round-trips per week.

    castanet.net

  • Lakehouse Home Store, a home and kitchen products store located in Kelowna, has opened their new expansion to customers. The store undertook major renovations to significantly increase its retail footprint.

    castanet.net

  • Construction has begun on the Houghton Road bike path in Kelowna. The $3.2M project will connect Houghton Rd with the Okanagan Rail Trail. Work on the project is expected to be completed this fall.

    castanet.net

  • Construction is set to begin on the Caban development in Kelowna. The $50.8M project will feature two six-story condo buildings with 130 units as well as eight units for retail businesses.

    castanet.net

  • The City of Vernon has entered into an agreement with the Boys & Girls Club to operate two new child care facilities that are set to open in September. The two facilities will provide 200 new childcare spaces for the city.

    castanet.net

  • Queen Elizabeth Annex, an elementary school located in Vancouver, will close in June 2023 due to low student enrollment.

    cbc.ca

  • Skwo:wech Elementary in New Westminster is open to students. The new $34.98M school will also have a childcare space with 37 spots that will open in September.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Construction has begun on Anmore's new $8.5M community hub. The new building will host the town hall, with council chambers, administrative staff as well as community spaces.

    tricitynews.com

  • The District of West Vancouver is offering free lifeguard training to successful applicants due to a severe shortage of staff. There are currently 32 lifeguards, down from 100 in a typical year.

    dailyhive.com

  • The Government of Canada is providing the University of Northern British Columbia with $1.9M in funding to aid in the establishment of an Environmental Solutions Innovation Hub at their Prince George campus.

    canada.ca
• Week of 2022-05-30 to 2022-06-03

  • The province of British Columbia committed $2.4B to Translink, Metro Vancouver's transit operator, for various projects in the region including the Surrey-Langley skytrain project.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Construction recently began on a new 97-unit affordable rental complex in Victoria. The project is being funded through various provincial and municipal sources at a cost of over $22.5M. Work is expected to be completed in fall 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Cypress Mountain's Eagle Coaster in West Vancouver opened on June 3rd. The seasonal attraction will close on September 5th.

    dailyhive.com

  • Castella Cheesecake, a popular bakery chain, recently opened a new location at the McArthur Glen Designer Outlet in Richmond.

    dailyhive.com

  • BC Liquor Stores held a job fair at the end of May. The organization is hiring over 500 positions across British Columbia. Jobs include seasonal and auxiliary sales associates, and warehouse workers. Auxiliary positions can lead to full-time employment.

    dailyhive.com

  • Big White Ski Resort is offering night skiing next season. The resort suspended night skiing during the COVID-19 pandemic, partly due to staff shortages.

    castanet.net

  • The Canadian, B.C. and District of Summerland governments are providing a combined $1.2M for the Giant's Head Mountain Trails Redevelopment Project. Work is expected to be complete in 2025.

    castanet.net

  • Cherry farmers in British Columbia's Okanagan are continuing to struggle with lower than average temperatures. Harvest is usually finished by the end of June, but may not be completed until the end of August this year.

    castanet.net

  • The Government of British Columbia is providing the Okanagan Screen Arts Society with over $106K from the Community Gaming Grants program. The money will fund improvements to the equipment and acoustics of the Towne Theater in Vernon.

    castanet.net

  • The District of Coldstream is spending $1.6M to add amenities to the Okanagan Rail Trail. Coldstream Station will receive a new hub, including more parking, washrooms, and room for vendors. The new facility is expected to open by the first week of July.

    castanet.net

  • Passek’s Classics Restaurant & Bakery in Kamloops is closing permanently at the end of June due to increased costs, declining sales, and difficulty finding staff.

    castanetkamloops.net

  • Interior Health hosted a hiring fair on June 2 in Kamloops. The new addition to the Royal Inland Hospital created a large demand for support workers such as housekeeping and food service staff.

    castanetkamloops.net

  • The Government of British Columbia raised the minimum wage in the province from $15.20/hr to $15.65/hr on June 1.

    vancouversun.com

  • Gabi and Jules pie shop opened a new location in Burnaby on June 4th.

    tricitynews.com

  • Float30, a new seafood and casual restaurant, recently opened along Port Moody's waterfront.

    tricitynews.com

  • Iris Energy is spending more than $8.5M to build two new data centers, one in Prince George and one in Mackenzie. Between 85-140 workers are needed during construction and up to 20 employees for operations, which are expected to begin later this year.

    alaskahighwaynews.ca
• Week of 2022-05-23 to 2022-05-27

  • The University of British Columbia has opened their new $2.4M geological field school in Oliver. The upgraded facility features increased teaching spaces and dining amenities.

    castanet.net

  • The Governments of Canada and BC are providing $108M in funding for upgrades to internet and mobile phone service throughout rural areas of British Columbia.

    canada.ca

  • Construction will soon begin on the replacement of the sports fields at Topaz Park in Victoria. The $6.55M project will replace the existing turf field, multipurpose field, softball diamond and seating.

    timescolonist.com

  • Operators in the tourism and attractions industry in Victoria are struggling to find workers. Many employers were forced to layoff staff during the COVID-19 pandemic who have not returned as businesses have reopened.

    timescolonist.com

  • The City of Prince George is planning a nearly $4.5M upgrade for Kin Centre's ice refrigeration system and condensers. The project is currently in the design phase with installation expected in 2023 or 2024.

    princegeorgecitizen.com

  • Construction is set to begin on a new library in Chetwynd. The new $4.55M library will replace the existing building.

    alaskahighwaynews.ca

  • Flixbus, a US based long distance bus service, has launched a new route between Seattle and Vancouver. The service will run between the two cities five days a week.

    vancouversun.com

  • According to the B.C. Restaurant and Foodservices Association the industry is still facing a large worker shortage. There are around 35,000 less employees working in BC restaurants when compared to pre-pandemic.

    cbc.ca

  • Construction has begun on a new $13.2M grocery store located on the territory of the Tk’emlups te Secwepemc. The store is expected to create 50 jobs in its initial year of operation, with opening planned for summer 2023.

    castanetkamloops.net

  • Belich's AG Foods, a new grocery store located in Okanagan Falls, has opened to customers.

    castanet.net

  • North Valley Gymnastics has reopened in a temporary location in Lumby. With a new space secured, the business will now be able to offer summer camps and a recreational gymnastics programs.

    castanet.net

  • The Winfield Bakery, located in Kelowna, has closed permanently following a fire.

    castanet.net

  • Interior Health is planning on constructing a new 130 spot parking lot located beside the Kelowna General Hospital. The project is in the planning phases with site preperation currently underway.

    castanet.net

  • Urban Gardener, a home gardening store, is planning on opening a new location in Kelowna.

    castanet.net

  • Filming has begun on a Christmas themed movie in Kelowna. Filming is expected to last approximately three weeks.

    castanet.net

  • Bambada Seafood Restaurant, specializing in Korean cuisine, has opened in Coquitlam.

    tricitynews.com

  • Amazon is planning on hiring an additional 500 workers in Vancouver. Positions are for a variety of roles related to software development, engineering, human resources and business intelligence.

    dailyhive.com

  • Harbour Air has resumed its service between Vancouver and Seattle. The airline will run two round trips on weekdays and one trip per day on weekends.

    dailyhive.com

  • Cultus Lake Waterpark and Adventure Park will be opening for the season on June 15th.

    604now.com
• Week of 2022-05-16 to 2022-05-20

  • The Government of Canada has issued a new $10 billion loan guarantee for the Trans-Mountain Pipeline currently under construction between Alberta and British Columbia. The loan ensures the project will remain fully funded for the entirety of the project.

    globalnews.ca

  • Corleone's Pizzeria, located in Penticton, has closed. The owner has cited staffing shortages among one of the reasons for the closure.

    castanet.net

  • The University of the Fraser Valley is adding 398 more student accommodation units as well as expanding dining facilities through a $82.3M project. Work is expected to begin in 2023 with completion in 2024.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • The Chilliwack and Fraser Health Rural Primary Care Centre has opened to patients. The primary care centre will employ around 40 full-time-equivalent positions made up of a variety of medical staff.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Construction has started on a 12-storey, 82-unit rental building in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighbourhood. Construction on the over $58.5M building is expected to last until fall 2024.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Canfor will be continuing the curtailment of its Taylor mill, which could last into the fall. The curtailment has impacted around 80 workers. The company has cited supply chain and transportation issues for the decision.

    alaskahighwaynews.ca

  • Eagles Farmers Market, located in Prince George, has started for the season. The market will be open to patrons every Sunday.

    myprincegeorgenow.com

  • Fuzz Wax Bar, an Ontario based wax salon, has opened a new location in Vancouver.

    retail-insider.com

  • Habitat for Humanity has opened their newest ReStore retail outlet on Kamloops' North Shore. The store has 20 employees on staff.

    castanetkamloops.net

  • Clearwater's Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital was forced to close its emergency department for two nights due to a shortage of staff.

    castanetkamloops.net

  • Kamloops' Royal Inland Hospital was forced to temporarily close its pediatrics and obstetrics units due to staffing issues. Interior Health has struggled with staffing for a number of years due to a wide variety of factors.

    infotel.ca

  • Nicola Valley Hospital, located in Merrit, was forced to close their emergency department overnight on May 16th due to a shortage of doctors.

    castanetkamloops.net

  • Translink, Metro Vancouver's transit operator, has reintroduced its Busker Program, which allows local musicians and artists to perform at transit stations. As well, they are hiring multiple performers for special shows at transit hubs.

    translink.ca

  • TELUS will be spending approximately $17.5 billion over the next four years to upgrade its infrastructure and operations to support 5G and fibre optics across British Columbia. The new upgrades are expected to create 5,500 new jobs by 2026.

    telus.com

  • Victoria's tourism industry is recovering to 2019 activity levels following a significant downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Restaurant, wedding, tour and travel bookings are up significantly from the previous two years.

    timescolonist.com

  • The value of construction activity in Victoria is up significantly this year. The city has approved building permits worth $165.5M in March 2022, marking a 65.7% increase in the value of permits year-over-year.

    timescolonist.com

  • Port McNeill and District Hospital was forced to close their emergency room during the weekend of May 14th due to a shortage of nurses. Island Health is looking to hire more nurses for the area.

    timescolonist.com

  • BC Ferries has hired around 500 staff to aid in the addition of 110 sailings during the May long weekend. The majority of the new sailing will be between the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island.

    timescolonist.com

  • Amtrak's plans to restart service on its Cascades train route, which connects Vancouver with Washington and Oregon, has been delayed until at least December due to labour shortages.

    cbc.ca

  • Aurora Cannabis has announced they are closing one of their outdoor growing facilities located 45Km southeast of Kamloops. The company has stated that fewer than 10 employees are affected by the closure.

    cbc.ca

  • Construction has started on a new 207-unit condo complex in Kelowna. Work on the project is expected to last until mid-2024.

    castanet.net
• Week of 2022-05-09 to 2022-05-13

  • Construction has begun on a new 10-storey mass timber building in Vancouver. The building will be the future headquarters of Nature's Path, an organic food company.

    dailyhive.com

  • Lee's Garden, a Chinese restaurant located in Houston, is closing due to the retirement of its owners.

    houston-today.com

  • The Pouce Coupe Museum, located in Pouce Coupe, has opened for the summer season.

    dawsoncreekmirror.ca

  • The Beaver Valley child care centre in Fruitvale is adding 37 care spaces, while the Periwinkle Children’s Centre in Kaslo is adding eight spaces. Funding for the expanded childcare services comes from the Columbia Basin Trust and the Provincial Government.

    ourtrust.org

  • Big White Ski Resort, located south east of Kelowna, is struggling to fill positions. The resort is offering increased wages and subsidized housing to attract new employees.

    castanet.net

  • Honey Toast Cafe and Bakery has opened its door to customers in downtown Penticton.

    castanet.net

  • BC Wildfire Service has stationed aerial firefighting crews in Penticton in preparation for the 2022 wildfire season. The planes and crews will remain on station until September.

    castanet.net

  • Tempest Theatre and Film Society has begun offering new training classes for actors and those in the film industry. The classes seek to train actors to meet the growing demand for the profession in the Okanagan.

    castanet.net

  • Colonial Farms, a chicken supplier located in Armstrong, is planning on expanding its operations by adding a new 562-square-metre live bird receiving and employee welfare building.

    castanet.net

  • Little Italy Market and Deli, a small grocer and eatery located in Vernon, is closing permanently.

    castanet.net

  • BC Transit cancelled several trips along its routes in Victoria on May 4th due to a driver shortage. The transit service is actively looking to recruit more bus drivers.

    timescolonist.com

  • The Vancouver Island Regional Library network as opened a new branch in Sooke.

    timescolonist.com

  • Prince Rupert is expecting to welcome approximately 43 cruise ships carrying 60,622 passengers during the 2022 cruise season. This is the first summer since the COVID-19 pandemic that cruises have been allowed to dock at Canadian ports.

    alaskahighwaynews.ca

  • The value of construction activity in Prince George is up significantly this year. The city has approved 135 building permits worth $73.04M in the first four months of 2022, makring a 41% increase in the value of permits year-over-year.

    princegeorgecitizen.com

  • Casa Mia, an Italian food restaurant, has opened in West Vancouver.

    dailyhive.com

  • Value Village, a second-hand retailer, has opened a new location in Port Coquitlam.

    tricitynews.com

  • Lynx Air has begun it's twice-weekly service between Victoria and Calgary.

    cheknews.ca

  • The East End Food Co-op, a grocery store located in Vancouver, is closing permanently.

    dailyhive.com
• Week of 2022-05-02 to 2022-05-06

  • Construction has begun on maintenance and rehabilitation work to the Welch Street Bridge spanning the Capilano river on Squamish Nation territory. Work is expected to last until the end of August.

    nsnews.com

  • The City of Prince George will be spending $5.5M to repave 48KM of roads and $1.25M for sidewalk resurfacing. Work on these projects will be ongoing throughout the summer.

    princegeorgecitizen.com

  • Island Health is planning on acquiring two private clinics for $11.5M, in Victoria and Nanaimo, to expand its surgery capacity. The health authority plans on offering 5,000 more day surgeries as a result of the acquisition.

    timescolonist.com

  • Staffing shortages at Vancouver's international airport are causing longer than normal delays for its security screening process.

    cbc.ca

  • Air Canada is resuming its Vancouver to Brisbane, Australia route on July 1st. The route was suspended following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

    vancouversun.com

  • Air Canada is expanding its services between Vancouver and the Comox Valley Airport. The airline is adding an additional daily flight and returning to service levels similar to those before the COVID-19 pandemic.

    cheknews.ca

  • The Province of British Columbia has officially commissioned its first purpose built marine ambulance. The ambulance is operated by Chemainus Water Taxi to serve coastal and island communities around Chemainus

    timescolonist.com

  • Little Acorn, a childcare centre located in Fernwood, has been struggling to maintain its staffing levels. The centre is attempting to hire more early childhood educators in order to maintain curent operating levels.

    timescolonist.com

  • Richmond's annual night market has opened for the season. The event features a number of vendors and entertainment. This is the first year that the market has opened at its usual time since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.

    richmond-news.com

  • Specialty Chicken and Wonton House, a Hong Kong style restaurant located in Richmond, has closed due to the retirement of its owners.

    richmond-news.com

  • Construction has started on 10 new affordable rental homes in Kaslo. The nearly $1.3M project is expected to be completed in June 2023.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Optimi Health Corp will be opening its new psilocybin cultivation facility at the end of May in Princeton. The facility aims to produce and research magic mushrooms for medical applications.

    castanet.net

  • The annual Kamloops Regional Farmers’ Market has opened for the season. A variety of vendors will set up to sell goods every Saturday over the summer.

    castanetkamloops.net

  • A new $32.4M commercial vehicle inspection station will be constructed east of Terrace. The facility will include new modern technologies to improve inspection efficiency. Work is slated to begin this spring with completion in late 2024.

    news.gov.bc.ca

  • Search, Rescue and Detection K9s of BC will be opening a new facility this summer in Kamloops. The facility, which is the first of its kind in BC, will help to train dogs and offer a number of related services for their handlers.

    castanetkamloops.net

  • A new television show, Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, has begun filming in New Westminster.

    newwestrecord.ca