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Beijing's envoy calls for more trade with Canada as U.S. trade war continues

Beijing's envoy calls for more trade with Canada as U.S. trade war continues

OTTAWA — Beijing's ambassador to Canada says China is interested in stepping up trade with Ottawa, arguing the U.S. is pursuing a trade war that will hurt the global economy as it struggles to fully recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Vancouver mayor urges next federal government to do more on crime and addiction

Vancouver mayor urges next federal government to do more on crime and addiction

Coun. Rebecca Bligh identifies infrastructure gap, Pete Fry wants more investment in housing
B.C.’s alleged $511M mortgage fraud scheme concludes with no criminal charges

B.C.’s alleged $511M mortgage fraud scheme concludes with no criminal charges

After regulators claimed he arranged over half-a-billion dollars' worth of mortgages based on fraudulent and forged documentation unregistered mortgage broker Jay Chaudhary has not faced any criminal, civil or administrative penalties
B.C. to bring in legislation to end its carbon tax on consumers starting April 1

B.C. to bring in legislation to end its carbon tax on consumers starting April 1

VICTORIA — British Columbia's government says it will table legislation on Monday that eliminates the consumer carbon tax in the province.
U.S. ferry 'unintentionally' flew Canadian flag upside down while entering Victoria harbour

U.S. ferry 'unintentionally' flew Canadian flag upside down while entering Victoria harbour

The Seattle-based company that runs the Coho says it “sincerely” apologizes for the “unintended disrespect or confusion” the flag situation caused.
Tariff talks loom over B.C. housing market, but are fears overblown?

Tariff talks loom over B.C. housing market, but are fears overblown?

Economist says tariffs may spook buyers, but fundamentals remain steady
Possible softening of April 2 tariffs 'zero comfort' for industry leaders

Possible softening of April 2 tariffs 'zero comfort' for industry leaders

Just over a week before new U.S. tariffs are expected to come into force, Canadian business leaders say they're not optimistic that any meaningful reprieve is in the works. "Until a tariff comes into effect and it affects the U.S. economy ...
Vancouver car show sets attendance records after Tesla ban, defying boycott calls

Vancouver car show sets attendance records after Tesla ban, defying boycott calls

VANCOUVER — Organizers of the Vancouver International Auto Show say the event broke attendance records after it attracted international headlines for banning Tesla on safety grounds.
Long-time BIV reporter Nelson Bennett retires

Long-time BIV reporter Nelson Bennett retires

Bennett was an integral part of the publication’s newsroom for nearly 14 years
Digital supercluster drops B.C. partner week of $100K securities fine

Digital supercluster drops B.C. partner week of $100K securities fine

Addy will no longer receive $250K for rental housing case study project