BizNews

Breaking news for Greater Victoria businesses

Published weekly, BizNews offers information to help Greater Victoria’s business community make sense of our shifting economic and political landscape. The Chamber’s flagship newsletter is distributed to more than 5,000 subscribers who are highly engaged and active in our region’s business community. Scroll down to read the latest.

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Bank of Canada raises interest rate as expected

BC Budget 2022 more compass than roadmap for economic recovery

VICTORIA, B.C. – The provincial government unveiled its 2022 budget today with a focus on child care, and investments to make communities safer from toxic drugs and devastating climate events. Other highlights include a renewed commitment to act on Indigenous reconciliation and high-level support for businesses that still face challenges due to the uneven economic […]

Chamber announces 2022 Business Awards finalists

VICTORIA, BC – To celebrate another year of businesses rising to meet every challenge, the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the finalists for The Chamber’s 2022 Greater Victoria Business Awards.  The finalists, listed below, have distinguished themselves across 14 Business Award categories, including excellent customer service, sustainable business practices, young entrepreneurship […]

Good news as feds, province lift restrictions

New fund supports restart of major business events

Banner day for good news as feds, province lift restrictions

The Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce welcomes news from the federal and provincial governments that will boost business in our region. “I’m not much of a dancer. However, I think many of us are doing a little jig — either in our mind or literally — upon hearing this news,” Chamber CEO Bruce Williams says. […]

Throne Speech a glimpse at province’s plans for 2022

Phillips Brewery paves way for permanent patios

How to have your say on the next federal budget

Tourism rebound interrupted by Omicron cases

On Groundhog Day, signs of life after COVID

Josh Handysides receives Chamber Award of Distinction

Josh Handysides, photo courtesy of Malahat Nation VICTORIA, BC –  The 2022 recipient of The Chamber’s Award of Distinction is Josh Handysides with the Malahat Nation. Handysides has been instrumental in building diverse partnerships between the private and public sectors and the Malahat Nation, where he serves as Chief Administrative Officer. “Josh has been the […]