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Fred Di Blasio: Now is the time to invest in diverse asset management

Fred Di Blasio: Now is the time to invest in diverse asset management

The benefits outweigh the risks of hiring first-time asset managers
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Landlord-tenant disputes still lack enforcement with 'enforcement act' registry, says renter

Landlord-tenant disputes still lack enforcement with 'enforcement act' registry, says renter

'It’s called the Monetary Judgment Enforcement Act. I guess I’m wondering, where’s the enforcement?'
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2023 'living wage' for working B.C. parents revealed in new report

2023 'living wage' for working B.C. parents revealed in new report

Families in Victoria, Kelowna, Vancouver and many remote communities face most extreme cost-of-living pressures.
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Vancouver to allow more pop-up events in 'unconventional' venues

Vancouver to allow more pop-up events in 'unconventional' venues

"We're focused on making Vancouver a vibrant and inviting city," says Mayor Ken Sim.
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BoC's governing council split on whether interest rates need to rise further

BoC's governing council split on whether interest rates need to rise further

OTTAWA — Further interest rate hikes from the Bank of Canada are very much still on the table as its governing council remains split on whether rates may need to rise further.
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Data points: B.C. hiring declines as non-resident visits hit highest level this year

Data points: B.C. hiring declines as non-resident visits hit highest level this year

Economist Bryan Yu's data points column dives into the latest economic indicators
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Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim will seek re-election in 2026

Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim will seek re-election in 2026

"Every day is a journey. Now I sound really corny, but it's true. It's awesome."
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Judge clears up will issue involving Northern B.C. ski hill

Judge clears up will issue involving Northern B.C. ski hill

Unsigned will recognized as "testimentary intention" to hand over operation of Powder King north of Prince George to widowed wife
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Province committed to respecting Treaty 8 rights, says northern B.C. Indigenous liaison

Province committed to respecting Treaty 8 rights, says northern B.C. Indigenous liaison

Treaty rights come first, industry second, says Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation representative. 
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New housing law aims to address concerns about parks, other amenities

New housing law aims to address concerns about parks, other amenities

Such contributions have typically been negotiated during rezonings, which will no longer be needed in some cases under new provincial rules
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