VANCOUVER ISLAND

Jade Miners Sue B.C. Government Following First Nation's "Eviction Notice"

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Government, McMillan LLP, Environment, Tahltan Nation, Cassiar, Order

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - March 25, 2024) - Cassiar Jade Contracting Inc. ("Cassiar Jade") and Glenpark Enterprises Ltd. ("Glenpark") (together the "Companies") today filed a notice of civil claim in BC Supreme Court, seeking monetary damages from the BC Government.

Key Points: 
  • Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - March 25, 2024) - Cassiar Jade Contracting Inc. ("Cassiar Jade") and Glenpark Enterprises Ltd. ("Glenpark") (together the "Companies") today filed a notice of civil claim in BC Supreme Court, seeking monetary damages from the BC Government.
  • This is the same section, of the same act, that the government used to shut down mining activity on part of Vancouver Island earlier this month.
  • "It is incredibly frustrating to have to sue our own government, after 35 years of being a pioneer in this industry and building a global market," said Tony Ritter, President of Cassiar Jade.
  • "So if this is the government's approach to reconciliation, then it is going to lose a lot of investment in BC."

Rogers $1M Season of Canada’s Got Talent: Top Performances from Tonight’s Episode on Citytv

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
QC, CIBC, Head, BALL, HEAD, Toronto Maple Leafs, Magic, Glass, Wine, CGT, Lilly, AIR, TROY, Singing, MICHAEL

DANIEL POWTER (Vernon, BC) surprised the audience by singing “Bad Day,” an original song he wrote that topped the charts for several weeks in 2005.

Key Points: 
  • DANIEL POWTER (Vernon, BC) surprised the audience by singing “Bad Day,” an original song he wrote that topped the charts for several weeks in 2005.
  • MITCHELL HRYCAN (Saskatoon, SK) duped the judges when his twin, MICHAEL HRYCAN, surprised the crowd in a shocking twist!
  • Together with Canada’s Got Talent, Rogers is committed to investing in premium original Canadian content while fostering homegrown talent.
  • Last year, Rogers contributed approximately $950M to Canadian content and produced over 12,700 hours of unique Canadian programming.

Western Forest Products Completes Sale of Ownership Interest in Newly Formed Mid-Island Partnership

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
First Nations, Limited partnership, Nation, Wood, TSX, Transaction

The parties also announced the new name for the Partnership, which will be known as La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (pronounced la-KWAH-sa-mook) going forward.

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  • The parties also announced the new name for the Partnership, which will be known as La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (pronounced la-KWAH-sa-mook) going forward.
  • The Partnership consists of certain assets and liabilities of Western’s Mid Island Forest Operation, including the newly-established Tree Farm Licence 64, created through the subdivision of Block 2 from Tree Farm Licence 39.
  • The operations of the new Partnership cover approximately 157,000 hectares of forest land in the traditional territories of the Nations near the communities of Campbell River and Sayward on eastern Vancouver Island.
  • Members of the media are asked to contact Western’s media relations to confirm their attendance and obtain event details.

British Columbia is projected to see near-term labour market challenges as employment demands rise to a peak in 2029

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Employment, Government, Growth, Construction, Woman, Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District, Workforce, Capital region, Engineering

It shows that employment levels, which were historically high coming into the forecast period, will step down initially as residential and non-residential demands ease.

Key Points: 
  • It shows that employment levels, which were historically high coming into the forecast period, will step down initially as residential and non-residential demands ease.
  • A period of growth follows between 2025 and 2029, with employment in both sectors reaching peak levels at that time.
  • Employment then recedes to the end of the decade, with both sectors growing by 2% above 2023 levels by 2033.
  • The construction industry is also committed to the recruitment of newcomers to Canada to meet anticipated labour market requirements.

Peninsula Co-op Continues Strategic Expansion with Acquisition of Metro Liquor Location

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Acquisition, The, Retail

VICTORIA, BC, April 3, 2024 /CNW/ - In a strategic move that underscores its commitment to continuous growth within the liquor retail sector, Peninsula Consumer Services Co-operative ("Peninsula Co-op") is pleased to announce its latest acquisition: the Brentwood Bay location of Metro Liquor on Vancouver Island.

Key Points: 
  • VICTORIA, BC, April 3, 2024 /CNW/ - In a strategic move that underscores its commitment to continuous growth within the liquor retail sector, Peninsula Consumer Services Co-operative ("Peninsula Co-op") is pleased to announce its latest acquisition: the Brentwood Bay location of Metro Liquor on Vancouver Island.
  • The acquisition is part of Peninsula Co-op's broader strategy to establish itself as a meaningful player in the retail liquor space.
  • "We're not simply adding another liquor store to our portfolio; we're strategically selecting and integrating stores that align with our long-term vision.
  • Members of Peninsula Co-op will enjoy the benefit of earning a rebate on purchases at the new location.

Hearing Notice - IN THE MATTER OF Lorne Allison - Adjournment

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Monday, March 25, 2024
Investment, Dealer, CIRO, Hearing, The central science

VANCOUVER, BC, March 25, 2024 /CNW/ - An initial appearance in the matter of Lorne Stuart Allison was scheduled before a hearing panel of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) for March 15, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, BC, March 25, 2024 /CNW/ - An initial appearance in the matter of Lorne Stuart Allison was scheduled before a hearing panel of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) for March 15, 2024.
  • The hearing is open to the public unless the hearing panel orders otherwise.
  • The hearing concerns allegations that between September 2020 and February 2021, Lorne Allison engaged in securities related business that was not carried on for the account or through the facilities of the Dealer Member.
  • The Notice of Hearing and Statement of Allegations which sets out the allegations are available at:
    The alleged violations occurred while Lorne Allison carried on business in the Vancouver Island, British Columbia area.

Specsavers surpasses 100-store milestone in Canada

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Partnership, Consultant, History, 3D, Patient, OCT, Partner, Optometry, Specsavers, Optical coherence tomography, Adidas, Culture, Health, Eye

This milestone comes just after Specsavers celebrates its two-year anniversary in Canada, and a successful entry into Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia, with stores slated to open in Manitoba in summer 2024.

Key Points: 
  • This milestone comes just after Specsavers celebrates its two-year anniversary in Canada, and a successful entry into Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia, with stores slated to open in Manitoba in summer 2024.
  • "As Specsavers surpasses its 100th store milestone, we intend to continue to show Canadians our unwavering commitment to eye health and community impact.
  • Since opening its doors in Canada two years ago, Specsavers has become one of the most recognized optical brands in Canada.
  • Optometrists and opticians across Canada who are interested in partnership opportunities with Specsavers can contact Specsavers directly (Contact us: join.specsavers.com/ca/partnership-enquiry/) or learn more about Specsavers by visiting our Company website (Inside Specsavers: join.specsavers.com/ca/partnership/).

New Petition Urges House of Commons (Government of Canada) to Renew, Sustain, and Significantly Increase Funding for Health and Wellness Facilities on Vancouver Island, British Columbia

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
WCM, COVID-19, History, Government, Society, House, Mental health, Health, Tofino/Long Beach Airport, Unanimity, Parliament, Commons

TOFINO, British Columbia and UCLUELET, British Columbia, Feb. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The West Coast Multiplex (WCM) Society today unveiled the details of a petition calling on the House of Commons in Parliament to significantly increase funding to expand, create, or replace health, wellness and recreation facilities on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

Key Points: 
  • TOFINO, British Columbia and UCLUELET, British Columbia, Feb. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The West Coast Multiplex (WCM) Society today unveiled the details of a petition calling on the House of Commons in Parliament to significantly increase funding to expand, create, or replace health, wellness and recreation facilities on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.
  • “The response to our Health and Wellness Infrastructure Petition was overwhelmingly positive and signals the ongoing support for the West Coast Multiplex.
  • “In addition to addressing important social determinants of health and mental health providing preventative and protective factors for youth, the WCM will be a significant asset to the region’s general wellbeing.
  • In a 2012 referendum, for example, 63 per cent of West Coast voters cast ballots in favour of funding the majority of the proposed facility’s annual operating costs through property taxation.

Canadian Geographic announces the winners of its Canadian Photos of the Year competition

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Monday, January 15, 2024
Photography, Season, Landscape architecture, Movement, Ravens, Geography, Sky, Weather, Nikon, Powell Inlet, Club, Salmon, Editorial

OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 15, 2024 /CNW/ - Canadian Geographic, one of Canada's oldest and best-loved magazines, has announced the winners of its 2023 Canadian Photos of the Year competition, celebrating the best images captured by Canadian photographers last year.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 15, 2024 /CNW/ - Canadian Geographic, one of Canada's oldest and best-loved magazines, has announced the winners of its 2023 Canadian Photos of the Year competition, celebrating the best images captured by Canadian photographers last year.
  • "Every year, our team is blown away by the talent and passion of our photography community," said Canadian Geographic Editor-in-Chief Alexandra Pope.
  • "Although they all portray different locations and subjects, these images have one thing in common: they made us stop and say 'Wow.'"
  • With the support of official photography partner Nikon, Canadian Geographic actively seeks out and nurtures Canadian photographic talent through its Photo Club , a free-to-join, 15,000-member-strong community of amateur and professional photographers.

Westcan ACS Acquires Victoria Mobile Radio Ltd.

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Monday, January 8, 2024
AB, Family, SCADA, Public security, Engineering, Business development, LMR, Growth, ACS

EDMONTON, AB, Jan. 8, 2024 /CNW/ - Helix Advanced Communications and Infrastructure, Inc., operating as Westcan Advanced Communications Solutions announces today that it has acquired the assets and outstanding shares of Victoria Mobile Radio Ltd. of Victoria, British Columbia.

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  • EDMONTON, AB, Jan. 8, 2024 /CNW/ - Helix Advanced Communications and Infrastructure, Inc., operating as Westcan Advanced Communications Solutions announces today that it has acquired the assets and outstanding shares of Victoria Mobile Radio Ltd. of Victoria, British Columbia.
  • "Victoria BC, and the BC greater Vancouver Lower Mainland promises to become one of the most active digital communications markets in Canada over the next many years, and we see this as a significant growth market for Westcan ACS and Victoria Mobile Radio.
  • Victoria Mobile Radio have successfully built and operate a dominant GE SCADA business and distributorship in Victoria BC and the Lower Mainland and are the Leading Motorola Solutions and JVCKenwood Channel Partners in the Victoria region.
  • "We are excited to have Victoria Mobile Radio Join our Westcan ACS family, and we look forward to becoming part of the local BC Lower Coast Region's business community" says Baker.