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BC Secures $20 Million for Willow House Expansion
The Province of British Columbia announced a $20 million investment on September 19, 2026, to double the capacity of Willow House, supporting families…
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Destination BC Tourism Strategy 2026-2028 Unveiled
Destination BC unveils the 2026-2028 tourism strategy focused on data-driven growth to enhance economic benefits across the entire province.
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Canada Gains 7 Michelin Keys, Loses 3 in 2026
Canada gained seven Michelin Key hotels in the 2026 selection and lost three, including one in Vancouver. British Columbia held both its top-ranked properties.
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BC Wins 10 Michelin Key Hotels, Top Rate in Canada
British Columbia holds 10 of Canada's 42 Michelin Key hotels for 2026, including one of the country's two Three-Key properties, and leads the big provinces per resident.
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Provisions Italiana North Vancouver Shipyards Opening
Provisions Italiana North Vancouver Shipyards opening: a data-driven look at the new Italian dining anchor in North Vancouver’s Shipyards.
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SouthEnd Farm Winery Quadra Island Opening Underway
SouthEnd Farm Winery Quadra Island opening signals a milestone for Quadra Island wine, tourism, and local entrepreneurship.
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NorthX Climate Tech Funding Fuels Five Women-led Ventures
NorthX climate tech funding highlights a milestone investment in Canada’s climate tech sector, backing five women-led ventures.
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Canada and B.C. Forge Cooperative Prosperity Agreement
Canada and British Columbia launched a partnership aimed at boosting investments in clean energy and infrastructure, emphasizing First Nations…
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Vancouver Council Approves $5.1M Community Services Grants
On March 10, 2026, Vancouver City Council allocated $5.1 million in community services grants to support non-profit organizations, enhancing essential…
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BC Hydro Vancouver Island Battery Storage Project Advances
BC Hydro's Vancouver Island battery storage project advances, marking a significant milestone in grid resilience and energy storage strategy.
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Innovate BC Early-Stage Demonstration Call Intake Opens
Innovate BC Early-Stage Demonstration Call intake opens, inviting proposals to shape and advance British Columbia's tech pilot projects.
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TransLink World Cup Transit Vancouver 2026 Plan
TransLink's comprehensive data-driven overview of World Cup Transit Vancouver 2026 plans, detailing service changes and their broader impacts.
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Wafr Technologies AI Research Lab Vancouver Announced
BC Times provides insights into Wafr Technologies' Vancouver AI Research Lab's plans, goals, and fundraising strategies.
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Vancouver Pride Parade Funding Granted by City Council
A data-driven analysis of Vancouver Pride Parade funding reveals implications for sponsors, safety costs, and city policy developments.
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British Columbia Wine Country Harvest 2026 Welcomes Visitors
The British Columbia wine country harvest 2026 is now underway, inviting visitors back after summer disruptions. Wineries across regions like Okanagan…
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CRD Fibre CityWest Galiano Funding 2026 Fibre Rollout Begins
CRD fibre CityWest Galiano funding 2026 drives fibre rollout on Galiano and Saturna Islands with provincial and federal support.
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BreakOut West Funding Victoria 2026: Victoria Hosts Event
BreakOut West funding Victoria 2026 highlights the funding's impact and timing on Victoria's progressive tech-driven music scene.
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Harbour Green Ferry Service Moves Forward
Harbour Green Ferry Service progresses as Park Board supports harbour modifications, and CIRQL planning efforts start to materialize effectively.
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What AI Slideshow Makers for Teachers Actually Cost
Seven AI slide tools aimed at teachers, compared on what they actually cost, what they export, and which ones say anything about student data.
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Central Coast NMCA-IPCA Established
Central Coast NMCA-IPCA establishment marks a significant milestone in marine conservation and Indigenous-led environmental stewardship efforts.
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British Columbia Housing Funding: BC Builds Progress
Explore a data-driven analysis of British Columbia housing funding and the progress of BC Builds initiatives anticipated in 2026.
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Vancouver Cruise Passengers Hit 1.2M in 2025
The Port of Vancouver welcomed 1.2 million cruise passengers in 2025, marking a significant milestone with 301 ship visits from March 5 to October 21.
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Port of Vancouver ELECTRA Truck Pilot
Discover a data-driven update on the Port of Vancouver ELECTRA truck pilot project and its significant implications for decarbonizing container drayage.
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PacifiCan AI and Quantum Investments BC 2026: Tech Funding
PacifiCan's AI and quantum investments in BC 2026 significantly boost BC's tech sector growth and enhance AI adoption across eight innovative firms.
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Infinite Coast Destination Strategy Unveiled
Infinite Coast Destination Strategy reveals comprehensive, data-driven plans for British Columbia's coast, detailing timeline, goals, and impact.
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Cowichan Valley Wine Festival Kickoff July 29, 2026
BC Times coverage of the cowichan valley wine festival kickoff and August lineup, highlighting digital ticketing and an 11-winery program.
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Regional Tariff Response Initiative Funding BC Firms Growth
Regional Tariff Response Initiative funding fuels BC firms' growth with data-driven updates for the province's tech and manufacturing sectors.
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BC Hydro Campbell River Fast-charge Hub Opens
Explore the data-driven analysis of BC Hydro's Campbell River fast-charge hub and its significant impact on EV charging across Vancouver Island.
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Phillips Acquires Lighthouse Beer Brands
Phillips acquires Lighthouse Beer Brands in January 2026, preserving local craft production and signaling a new chapter for Vancouver Island beers.
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Phillips Acquires Lighthouse Beer Brands
Phillips acquires Lighthouse Beer Brands in January 2026, preserving local craft production and signaling a new chapter for Vancouver Island beers.
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BC Place Drew 367,479 Fans for Seven World Cup Matches
BC Place drew 367,479 fans across seven World Cup matches in Vancouver.
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Broadway Subway Funding Reaches $2.95B
The Broadway Subway has secured $2.9542 billion from British Columbia, Canada, and Vancouver.
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Cambie Street Bridge Seismic Upgrade Advances
Enhancements to the Cambie Street Bridge seismic upgrade progress with multi-phase funding secured; phase 2 construction is currently under way.
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Integrated Marketplace Health Testbed Receives Funding Boost
BC Times reports on Integrated Marketplace Health Testbed funding and its impact on health technology pilots and patient care.
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COAST Innovation Challenge: BC Firms Eye up to $100K
British Columbia firms can seek up to $100,000 through the COAST Innovation Challenge for marine-energy pilots.
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BC Coastal Marine Strategy Drives Coastal Tech Growth
BC Coastal Marine Strategy provides updates on the latest technology trends that are shaping and transforming British Columbia's diverse coastline.
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BC Place Will Host Seven 2026 World Cup Matches
BC Place World Cup Vancouver matches draw global attention, spotlighting BC Place as Canada hosts thrilling soccer matches in 2026.
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British Columbia Declares Wildfire State of Emergency
British Columbia declares a provincewide wildfire emergency as fast-moving fires drive evacuations and resource mobilization.
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First Nations Equity Financing Program BC Launches
BC Times details the launch of the First Nations Equity Financing Program BC, focusing on goals, timeline, and its significant impact.
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BC Place Upgrades Ahead of World Cup
BC Place upgrades ahead of FIFA World Cup detailed in a comprehensive, data-driven briefing focusing on fan experience, cutting-edge technology, and legacy.
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D-Wave's Burnaby Quantum Centre Anchors Canada's Push
Discover a comprehensive, data-driven update on the D-Wave Vancouver quantum computing center's expansion and its significant market implications.
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Whistler Blackcomb Gondola Upgrade Boosts Access
BC Times analyzes the Whistler Blackcomb gondola upgrade and its implications for winter access, guest experience, and resort capacity.
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Vancouver Island Grid Battery Storage Procurement Begins
BC Hydro launches procurement for Vancouver Island grid-scale battery storage to bolster reliability and meet rising demand.
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Funding Announcement Puts Urban Biodiversity Corridors on the Map
Urban biodiversity corridors in British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest drive data-led planning and cross-border collaboration.
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Rural Water Managers Turn to Universal Metering for Drought Resilience
Neutral, data-driven analysis of smart-water metering adoption in rural BC and the Pacific Northwest, with timelines and impact.
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AI-Guided Wildlife Corridors Move From Concept to Construction
Explore a data-driven analysis of AI-Driven Wildlife Corridors in BC and Washington, transforming conservation efforts and influencing policy decisions.
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Agencies and Indigenous Communities Rewrite How Ocean Data Is Shared
Explore a data-driven report on Coastal Ocean Data Governance BC-WA, focusing on cross-border governance in the Pacific Northwest region.
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Historic Agreement Creates a Marine Conservation Reserve on the Central Coast
BC Times analyzes the Central Coast national marine conservation area reserve with data-driven insights on policy, technology, and market impacts.
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Cross-border Port Electrification Pilot Gains Momentum
Cross-border port electrification pilot advances in the Pacific Northwest with data-driven updates on trucking, shore power, and cross-border cooperation.
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Indigenous-Led Microgrids Grow From Pilots to a Province-Wide Push
Data-driven update on Indigenous-led microgrids in British Columbia, detailing projects, timelines, and market implications.
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Urban Forest Carbon Credits in British Columbia: BC Times
Neutral, data-driven report on urban forest carbon credits in British Columbia, outlining programs, market dynamics, and near-term implications.
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Rural Broadband Expansion Across BC and Pacific Northwest
Neutral, data-driven analysis of Rural broadband expansion across BC and Pacific Northwest, highlighting funding, timelines, and impact.
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Vancouver Climate-tech Investment Trends
Objective, data-driven analysis of Vancouver's climate-tech investment trends shaping British Columbia's burgeoning tech landscape.
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Dark-sky Tourism in British Columbia Parks Expands
Explore the neutral, data-driven update on dark-sky tourism growth in British Columbia parks, focusing on tech drivers and economic benefits.
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Kelp Economy BC-WA: Pacific Northwest Blue Tech News
Neutral, data-driven look at the kelp economy cross-border BC-WA, highlighting tech trends and cross-border cooperation.
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Offshore Wind Development BC-WA Coast Advances
Insightful and neutral, data-driven analysis of Offshore wind development along the BC-WA coast, exploring technology and market implications.
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Cross-Border Coastal Resilience Financing with NbS
BC Times examines Cross-Border coastal resilience financing and nature-based solutions shaping North American climate policy.
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AI-powered Wildfire Forecasting BC and Pacific Northwest
AI-powered wildfire forecasting in BC and the Pacific Northwest provides crucial, data-driven insights to inform policy decisions and practices.
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Blue Carbon Initiatives Across BC and WA Coastal Zones
Neutral, data-driven update on Blue Carbon Initiatives Across BC and Washington Coastal Zones shaping coastal restoration markets.
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NbS Climate Adaptation Across BC and Pacific Northwest
Nature-Based Climate Adaptation Across BC and the Pacific Northwest explained through latest announcements, tech trends, and market impact.