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NDP’s Vancouver Island stronghold shattered by rival parties

NDP’s Vancouver Island stronghold shattered by rival parties

Early results suggest only one Island riding remains in the hands of the NDP, while three switched to the Conservatives and two appear to have gone Liberal. Saanich-Gulf Islands remains Green.
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Chambers of commerce call on province to overturn ferry commissioner on fifth vessel

Chambers of commerce call on province to overturn ferry commissioner on fifth vessel

Speaking to reporters, B.C. Premier David Eby would not commit to overriding the commissioner’s decision or even getting involved.
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B.C. retailers willing to jeopardize profit to buy outside U.S.: survey

B.C. retailers willing to jeopardize profit to buy outside U.S.: survey

The survey found 58% of small- and medium-sized businesses are already getting supplies from new sources, and most are doing it despite the fact it’s likely to come with a higher price tag.
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Ferry workers' union calls for more federal funding for B.C. Ferries

Ferry workers' union calls for more federal funding for B.C. Ferries

The B.C. Ferry & Marine Workers’ Union says B.C. Ferries gets about $35 million annually from Ottawa, a fraction of what VIA Rail and an East Coast ferry service receive
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B.C. Ferries' four new major vessels will not be made in Canada

B.C. Ferries' four new major vessels will not be made in Canada

The executive director of shipbuilding says no Canadian shipyards submitted proposals for the major vessel program
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Trade war not deterring American visits to Victoria, but fewer Canadians heading south

Trade war not deterring American visits to Victoria, but fewer Canadians heading south

Both the Coho and Clipper report a drop in travellers from Victoria to the U.S.
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Vancouver Island snowbirds relieved to be back in Canada

Vancouver Island snowbirds relieved to be back in Canada

Countless Canadians have made the decision to come home from the U.S. early this year or sell up entirely.
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Shopping for a private island? Here are some things to consider (think boatload of cash and a boat)

Shopping for a private island? Here are some things to consider (think boatload of cash and a boat)

Private islands may be the stuff of dreams, but they’re tough to put a price on, and timing the market to land a good deal can be difficult
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Victoria sets minimum size for downtown suites: 355 square feet

Victoria sets minimum size for downtown suites: 355 square feet

All new housing units in the city will be required to be at least 355 square feet, which was already the standard everywhere but downtown
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Enforcing sheltering rules on city streets, parks would cost Victoria $4.7 million: report

Enforcing sheltering rules on city streets, parks would cost Victoria $4.7 million: report

The report says the city would need to more than double current levels of front-line staffing and related supports
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