The Consumers Association of Canada is warning people to brace for higher prices after the federal government hiked import duties on some countries, including China. President Bruce Cran says it is a certainty people will see the price of goods go up. "That is going to cost I believe something like 300-million dollars and the thing that … [Read more...]
Unions: resumes show HD Mining rejected qualified Canadian workers
February 3, 2013 by
BC Building Trades unions say resumes released through a federal court order show highly qualified and experienced Canadian miners were rejected by HD mining for work in BC coal mines. The unions say the resumes show there were workers who had as much as 30 years of mining experience, and who had managed major mines in Canada. HD Mining obtained a … [Read more...]
Minister of Canadian Heritage won’t get involved in push to save BC film
January 25, 2013 by
The Federal Minister responsible for the arts says British Columbians shouldn't expect additional tax cuts for film in the upcoming budget. James Moore says he's not going to get involved in the debate between the Provincial Government and local film industry workers over saving BC film. "We also should be mindful as well that it's not just … [Read more...]
Canadian Women in Communications presents an evening with Amielle Lake, CRO & Founder of Tagga Media
January 14, 2013 by
Join us for a fun evening of networking & mingling with one of B.C.'s most successful women in technology Amielle Lake, CRO & Founder of Tagga Media. Are you curious about Mobile marketing but not sure exactly where to start? Learn how you can plan an engaging & interactive Mobile Marketing Campaign. Amielle will be sharing best practices and case … [Read more...]
Canadian Blood Services calling for more blood donations
December 28, 2012 by
Canadian Blood Services is asking British Columbians to roll up their sleeves this holiday season and donate. The organization says collecting blood during the holiday season is a challenge and the shortage alone in BC is tremendous. "Throughout the whole nation we need about 98,000 blood donors to come in between December 1st and January 2nd and … [Read more...]
12/16/2012 – Great Canadian Craft Fair: Holiday Edition
December 16, 2012 by
Great Canadian Craft Proudly Presents:The Great Canadian Craft Fair: Christmas Edition!December 15 /16 2012 10am - 6pm Over 200 Amazing Local Vendors!Order Discount Tickets Online:http://greatcanadiancraft.jimdo.com/Special Early Bird Tickets (Entry One Hour Early for Special Early Bird Vendor Deals and Free Gift Bag!)Children 12 and under … [Read more...]
BC Energy minister welcomes foreign take over of Canadian oil and gas companies
December 7, 2012 by
BC's Energy minister is welcoming news the federal government has allowed the sale of two Canadian gas and oil giants to Asian state owned companies. Rich Coleman says the Petronas takeover of Progress Energy Resources is great for BC as they have a stake in a liquified natural gas plant proposal in Prince Rupert. Colemans ays the company had … [Read more...]
Canadian Financing Forum 2013
December 4, 2012 by
The Canadian Financing Forum provides the setting for entrepreneurs to build relationships with leading venture capitalists and corporate investors. These links pave the way for company financings that enhance economic growth through new business creation and development. The Forum features presentations from Canada's most promising technology … [Read more...]
Kits base Canadian Coast Guard member speaks out
November 30, 2012 by
A retiring Canadian Coast Guard member who has spent almost 20 years at Kitsilano Base says it is time the federal government took the blinders off and stopped gagging its employees. Gerry Moores scoffs at claims by tory MP James moore and others who say safety won't be affected by closing Kits Base. "I would suggest I know quite a bit more than … [Read more...]
HD Mining to appeal Federal Court ruling in favour of Canadian unions
November 23, 2012 by
A Federal Court ruling in favour of two unions fighting the arrival of Chinese miners in BC will be appealed by the company that hired the foreigners. HD Mining claims Human Resources Minister Diane Finley shouldn't have voiced her concerns about the Temporary Foreign Worker Program after legal action was filed earlier this month. Thursday, Justice … [Read more...]
