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New Mines in B.C. Opening Soon
There has been a discussion about the future of mining in British Columbia in recent weeks. BC has a long tradition of mining and smelting.
Rises in Energy Prices Can Push Inflation
Roaring energy costs have been exerting constant pressure on the prices of various goods over recent months.
B.C. Has the Lowest Mortgage Rates
B.C. is well-known for its real estate market prices. If you want to buy a house here, you should prepare to invest…
Vancouver’s 125th Anniversary Celebrations: May
Vancouver’s 125th anniversary celebrations are running smoothly, proving that choosing Vancouver as Cultural Capital of Canada was justified.
Top 10 Canadian Albums (1957-2007)
This article is a tribute to Canadian music and proof that there is a lot of quality music that comes from Canada.
Is There a Reason for Real Estate Market Protectionism?
Buyers from Mainland China are, without doubt, a primary purchasing force on the Canadian real estate market. But what reasons are behind this?
Tax Redistribution Affects Homeowners
All residential taxpayers will be affected by 2011’s 3.88 per cent property tax increase. The City Council continues with the taxation shifting plan.
No to the Vancouver Casino Expansion
A development project of $500 million, Paragon Gaming expansion at BC Place, financed by David Podmore, has been unanimously rejected by City Council members.
Will the Economy Hit a Wall Soon?
Investors, brokers, and global businesses are currently enjoying very pleasant Canadian market conditions. These include the stable dollar and more…
Should I Invest into REIT or a Condo?
A recent study by Macquarie Capital Markets Canada Ltd. showed that you would probably make more money by buying REIT than by investing in a condo.
New Mortgage Rules Could Help Decrease Risks
The Canadian government has for some time now been trying to implement measures to protect its citizens from debt.
Development in the Port of Vancouver
According to the annual Port RePort, presented by executive director Larry Paulson, the port created up to 100 construction jobs in 2010.
First-time Buyers to Boost Home Sales
By the end of the first week of March 2011, six out of nineteen major Canadian real-estate markets reported increased sales compared to the same time last year.
CAD Grows Increasingly Stronger
The Canadian dollar is on a three-year high, leaving even the U.S. dollar behind. The Canadian dollar’s reaching $1.04 USD level is maximum since 11/2007.