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Vancouver gets ready to host two massive conventions

Vancouver gets ready to host two massive conventions

Web Summit, global AA conference will together draw tens of thousands of people to the city
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B.C. restaurant association says WorkSafeBC acting like a bully

B.C. restaurant association says WorkSafeBC acting like a bully

Dispute centres on the provincial workplace insurer penalizing restaurants that do not include the value of tips in payroll calculations for assessment purposes
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Not a bleak hospitality sector for B.C., says report

Not a bleak hospitality sector for B.C., says report

Vancouver's occupancy and room rates positive for Q1 of 2025.
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Lessons from the Laureates: Stan Fuller

Lessons from the Laureates: Stan Fuller

From one failed restaurant to an international brand, Stan Fuller has turned challenge into opportunity through constant reinvention
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B.C. tourism sector braces for summer with fewer cruises, more staycations

B.C. tourism sector braces for summer with fewer cruises, more staycations

Strong year still expected for local operators, despite Canada-U.S. tensions.
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Delivery slowdown hits B.C. restaurants after new worker protections take effect

Delivery slowdown hits B.C. restaurants after new worker protections take effect

Higher fees and lower demand are reshaping app-based food services, while operators warn of labour shortages and rising pressure
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Vancouver cruise season set to be smaller than last year's record

Vancouver cruise season set to be smaller than last year's record

300 cruise-ship calls set to bring 1.2 million cruise passengers to the city in $900M economic boost
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Outdoor recreation economy rivals oil and gas in Canada, new report shows

Outdoor recreation economy rivals oil and gas in Canada, new report shows

Protect Our Winters Canada calls for stronger recognition of outdoor recreation’s $101-billion contribution
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Event planners across Canada rethinking security practices following Vancouver attack

Event planners across Canada rethinking security practices following Vancouver attack

TORONTO — The deadly attack on a Vancouver street festival has prompted event organizers across Canada to comb over their security practices in a bid to protect attendees and assure them festivals are safe.
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B.C. tourism sector reacts to new Liberal minority government

B.C. tourism sector reacts to new Liberal minority government

Prime Minister Mark Carney plans to create a Canada Strong Pass to take effect this summer and make travel more affordable for young families
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