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‘The outlook remains negative’: B.C.’s credit rating downgraded by international agency

Moody’s Ratings has again downgraded British Columbia’s credit rating, citing the province’s growing operating and capital spending, large structural deficits and rising debt.

B.C. saw net job growth in 2025 despite December losses

British Columbia added 24,100 jobs overall in 2025, despite a loss of 3,300 in December. Statistics Canada’s report released Friday shows B.C.’s employment rate in December was unchanged from the previous month at close to 61 per cent, while the unemployment rate was also steady at 6.4 per cent. That remained lower than the national […] The post B.C. saw net job growth in 2025 despite December losses appeared first on AM 1150.

B.C. economy holding steady despite tariffs, finance minister tells UBCM

B.C. Finance Minister Brenda Bailey said the province's economy has remained steady despite global trade conflicts and rising costs.  

Comox Valley Tourism moves forward with supporting an inclusive economy

Increasing tourism and building a strong, resilient, tourism industry is a priority for Experience Comox Valley.

Investment in trades education helps create jobs and grow BC economy, says Nanaimo-Gabriola MLA

A partnership between the BC Road Builders and Heavy Construction Association and the province of BC has seen a...

New wind projects expected to boost clean energy and BC’s economy

A total of nine energy projects are slated to be operational by 2031 which will supply clean energy to...

Economy trending upwards, government of BC 

Despite the global economy the provincial government says the province is trending in the right direction in growth.   Minister...

New events grant available in the Comox Valley

A grant program has been set up to help bring events to the region. Applications are currently being accepted for...

Comox Valley chosen for export pilot project

A new year-long export pilot project will help local businesses in the Comox Valley. The Export Navigator program is...

Premier announces Vancouver Island-specific platform for 2017

The Premier is starting to think about what the next four years should look like, specifically for Vancouver Island....

State of the Island report being released

The much anticipated State of the Island address will be released during the Vancouver Island Economic Alliance Summit this...

Cumberland looking for feedback on economic development

The Village of Cumberland is looking for feedback on the future of economic development in the community. Mayor Leslie Baird...
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Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.

B.C. Conservatives drop Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate over racist social media posts

The B.C. Conservatives have dropped their Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate after racist social media posts and comments appearing to support violence surfaced.