City & Government in BC

BCBusiness brings you its signature mix of reporting and commentary on issues in BC's city and government. Whether politics, civic initiatives, or scandal in Victoria, we shine a spotlight on civic decision-makers and other figures of governmental consequence in BC.

The New North Vancouver

Higher density, more jobs and a dedication to neighbourhood character.

Bringing Urban Farming to Vancouver

Feeding a growing need.

Lessons For B.C. in the Alberta Election

Tony warns political parties to be wary about drowning in their own hype.

Nudging Us to Conservatism

A small-business-friendly budget.

New Fed Budget Slashes Spending, Cuts Services

Harper slashes spending with an axe rather than a scalpel.

Breaking the BC Place Renaming Agreement

Botched BC Place deal indicates a government that can't manage.

Teachers Fire First Shot in Election War

The teachers' strike is just the first shot in a larger battle.

Robo-calling Probe Probably Futile

Don't expect any resolution to the "robo-calling" brawl.

A Case for New Urbanism in Mount Pleasant

Old isn't good when old means cheap.

B.C.'s Tough Budget Babble

Is B.C.'s tough budget payback for voting down the HST?

The Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre Finds Its Feet

Where do 6,000 math nerds go for a group think, or 10,000 insurance brokers?

Rise of the Middle in B.C. Civic Elections

B.C. residents play practical politics in civic elections.

Video: The Oldest Blacksmith in Vancouver

Vancouver's oldest ironworker reflects on a lengthy career.

Grey Cup Riots in Vancouver?

Police will be on the alert for barn-raisings and duelling banjos as the Grey Cup comes to Vancouver.

Occupy Vancouver

Daily Photo: Joyful protesting at Occupy Vancouver.

Opposing BC Hydro's Smart Meters

Opponents to BC Hydro's smart meters are attempting to become the newest group to overthrow a government decision.

The Real Cost of Vancouver Bike Lanes

Vancouver's bike lanes and the politics of building civic infrastructure.

Ruling B.C. with Referendums

Let’s take our cue from talk radio and govern by referendum.

Rebuilding Cities with Sustainability and Branding

Rebuilding a city brings opportunities to futureproof, improve sustainability, and build the city's brand.

Vancouver Riot Reports: Not So Nice, After All

The most important realization to come out of the riot is that we're no longer a nice little town by the sea.

Could a Shipbuilding Contract Buoy Clark, Post-HST?

Tony on intergovernmental back-scratching.

Reborn: Vancouver's Mountain View Cemetery

Vancouver cemetery opens up sales 
for the first time since Expo.

Night at the Aquarium 2011

An evening with Vancouver's finest fish, chefs and hockey.

Why It's Foolish to Reject the HST

If you don't pay the HST, you'll just be paying some other fee.

Do you like networking at events?

Do you like networking at events?

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