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Quebec and B.C. are ahead on EVs, but can their utilities cope with rising demand in the future?

Quebec and B.C. are ahead on EVs, but can their utilities cope with rising demand in the future?

British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority (BC Hydro) and Hydro-Québec both say they have confidence in their utilities’ ability to meet future demand
As economy faces potential recession, Liberals to release 'tricky' budget Tuesday

As economy faces potential recession, Liberals to release 'tricky' budget Tuesday

OTTAWA — The federal Liberals are set to unveil a budget on Tuesday intended to showcase their plans to keep Canada competitive amid the clean energy transition while supporting Canadians who are struggling with affordability.
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Budget day Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland will deliver the federal government's budget on Tuesday.
How AI is changing the jobs of call centre workers

How AI is changing the jobs of call centre workers

In the customer service realm, AI is still in the process of changing the nature of jobs, rather than replacing human labour altogether
Demand is outpacing growth in Metro Vancouver's rental market

Demand is outpacing growth in Metro Vancouver's rental market

Metro Vancouver's rental demand could quadruple, says a new report from RBC.
Broadcaster Jody Vance sues her online harasser

Broadcaster Jody Vance sues her online harasser

The CHEK TV host says a recent criminal harassment sentence was disappointing.
Top business stories of the week (March 20-24)

Top business stories of the week (March 20-24)

From food inflation woes to tech sector blows, it was a busy week for B.C.'s business community
Statistics Canada says retail sales up 1.4 per cent in January

Statistics Canada says retail sales up 1.4 per cent in January

Statistics Canada says retail sales rose 1.4 per cent to $66.4 billion in January, helped by gains at motor vehicle and parts dealers as well as gas stations.
Restaurants and bars brace for biggest alcohol tax jump in 40 years

Restaurants and bars brace for biggest alcohol tax jump in 40 years

BC Liquor Distribution Branch says it’s not possible to confirm what level of price increase consumers may or may not see.
U.S. SEC can freeze B.C. assets ahead of major stock fraud hearing, judge rules

U.S. SEC can freeze B.C. assets ahead of major stock fraud hearing, judge rules

B.C. judge allows injunction claim by U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission against assets belonging to defendants in a $1 billion stock fraud case
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