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Province expands small business tax rate access

Province expands small business tax rate access

“Small and medium-sized businesses play an important role in our province; they provide good jobs, develop innovative products for the market and are strong supporters of their communities." ~ Ravi Kahlon, BC minister of jobs, economic recovery and innovation
Blueberry River launches new company, introduces CEO

Blueberry River launches new company, introduces CEO

Outgoing Fort St. John mayor Lori Ackerman to head new resources venture
Tempco serves Powell River

Tempco serves Powell River

“We know that having the right people on the job is just as important as choosing the right equipment." ~ Tye Leishman, Tempco Heating & Cooling Specialists
Will third party political machines make the difference on election day?

Will third party political machines make the difference on election day?

British Columbia’s election laws regulating third parties need more teeth and the regulator needs more tools, says the co-founder of Democracy Watch.
Housing sales drop in qathet region

Housing sales drop in qathet region

“With low volume and high new listings to the market, we are starting to see prices retreat." ~ Neil Frost, president, Powell River Sunshine Coast Real Estate Board
Award-winning company puts roofs over heads

Award-winning company puts roofs over heads

“It’s a good feeling to drive downtown and look at all the roofs we’ve done: Canadian Tire, Mark’s Work Wearhouse, Staples, Town Centre Mall, the hotel, Starbucks and Tim Hortons are just a few." ~ Ward Morcan, Nelson Roofing local business manager
Texada Transfer excited about the road ahead

Texada Transfer excited about the road ahead

New management plans for expansion to help improve service to the community
Real estate sales stay strong in qathet region

Real estate sales stay strong in qathet region

“Price gains remain deep into double-digit territory and we haven’t seen any signs of topping out yet..." ~ Neil Frost, president, Powell River Sunshine Coast Real Estate Board
Tla’amin Nation interested in Catalyst Paper Tis’kwat purchase

Tla’amin Nation interested in Catalyst Paper Tis’kwat purchase

Letter of intent sent to owner Paper Excellence will lead to conditional offer for mill site
Westview U-Vin U-Brew offers limited edition and award-winning wines

Westview U-Vin U-Brew offers limited edition and award-winning wines

Varietals enhance customized options
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