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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Hiring Day connects UVic students with region’s employers

VICTORIA, BC – Finding and keeping workers starts with connections. On March 28, the University of Victoria, the UVic Students’ Society and the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce are hosting Hiring Day to help thousands of students apply for work with more than 60 employers in the region. What: Hiring Day 2022 When: March 28 […]

Chamber statement on lifting of mask mandate

VICTORIA, BC – The BC Government has announced that as of midnight tonight, masks will no longer be required in low-risk public indoor spaces. Vaccine cards will no longer be required while entering certain businesses as of April 8. The Chamber will continue to work with and listen to the business community to advocate on […]

Anacortes-Sidney ferry won’t restart this summer

Feds unveil cruise ship rules for 2022 season

Fuel costs add to inflation concerns facing businesses

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