Tag: tourism

Contract talks stalled for union workers at Victoria’s Empress hotel

Contract talks have broken off between Victoria’s Fairmont Empress hotel and the union representing its workers.

B.C. launches new permitting hub for adventure tourism operators

British Columbia has launched a pilot project aimed at speeding up permits for adventure tourism operators, with the province promising a simpler process and shorter wait times.

Duncan city council approves 2026 tourism budget

Council approved the $26,000 tourism operating budget at its March 9 meeting, following recommendations from the city’s tourism advisory committee.

North Cowichan investigates a strong, unified economic hub in community  

A report will be tabled to North Cowichan council to investigate a new regional economic hub to bridge the City of Duncan and the municipality together.

B.C. tourism industry bracing for peak-season cancellations due to Air Canada strike

Tourism operators in B.C. are bracing for a possible financial hit after the union representing about 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants defied a back-to-work order. 

B.C. small businesses worry U.S.-Canada trade dispute could hurt summer season

Many small businesses in British Columbia are concerned the ongoing U.S.-Canada trade dispute could disrupt their operations this summer, according to data from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).

Preparations for 2018 B.C. Summer Games: Full Speed Ahead

The 2018 B.C. Summer Games is coming to the Cowichan Valley and boast the most private sports venues ever...

The Cowichan Valley Is Napa North

There's more to Vancouver Island than Victoria, Tofino, and Ucluelet and the 300 kilometre Pacific Marine Circle gives tourists...
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Prices see little movement as Vancouver Island real estate turns to buyers’ market

The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board recorded 13 per cent fewer home sales in September than a year earlier, while benchmark prices remained relatively stable.

Allenby Road closure extended until spring 

Allenby Road in Duncan will remain closed between Boys Road and Miller Road until spring 2027. 

Eby defends family’s use of $10-a-day childcare program

B.C. NDP Leader David Eby is facing criticism after confirming his family benefited from a $10-a-day child care program his government froze to new providers.

Great BC Shakeout encourages earthquake preparedness this week

Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast residents can take part in the Great BC ShakeOut earthquake drill this week.

Cowichan Tribes, City of Duncan sign agreement to strengthen relationship

Cowichan Tribes and the City of Duncan have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at strengthening their government-to-government relationship.
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