Xtend Rentals Purchases Chakalaka Property
Xtend Rentals currently operates two locations at 1030 Oyster Bay Drive in Ladysmith and 1910 East Wellington Road in Nanaimo. Robinson said the new Xtend Rentals location will have 10,000 square feet of buildings and over three acres of land.
Canada's Best Summer Job!
As many Canadians suffer serious cabin fever, Hipcamp celebrates its Canadian launch with the Canada’s Best Summer Job competition.
The winner will spend 40 days blogging or vlogging across the nation – earning $20,000 as well as a stipend for food and travel. “We fell in love with the idea of offering one lucky Canadian the paid opportunity to adventure across the country and experience some of the best outdoor stays Canada has to offer,” said Hipcamp CEO Alyssa Ravasio.
Labour Shortages, Closed Borders, Major Obstacle to BC Restaurant, Tourism Restart
Ian Tostenson, B.C. Restaurant and Foodservices Association president, said the industry is gearing up for a full reopening without restrictions, but is facing a reduced workforce.
Tostenson said he expected a hot job market for potential restaurant employees this summer. He suggested potential employees apply in person.“These (employers) are not sitting at the back looking at banks of computers,” Tostenson said. “Go there, look good, put a smile on your face and say you want a job. Chances are you’ll be hired.”
Culturally Appropriate Housing Planned for Snuneymuxw First Nation
B.C. Housing and the Snuneymuxw have signed a memorandum of understanding to create new affordable housing that may include features such as cultural support services and spaces for ceremonies and community gatherings.They will also explore opportunities for First Naions involvement in construction-related training, develop training programs for First Nations housing professionals, and collaborate on project planning.
Casinos and Nightclubs Poised to Open Next Week as BC Heads to Next Step of Restart Plan
In addition to nightclubs and casinos reopening, the next step in B.C.’s reopening will harken the return of Canada-wide travel. It will also give folks the green light to host as many people inside or outside their homes as they want, and there will be no limits at tables in restaurants, pubs or bars.
Port Alberni to Expropriate Somass Sawmill from Western Forest Products
“It’s a big step; very significant,” Mayor Sharie Minions said. “It’s probably the most important property within the City of Port Alberni: 43 acres of waterfront land right in the heart of our community. Unfortunately, we haven’t seen any action on redevelopment of this site, or alternatively, re-opening the site as a sawmill.”Minions said council would like to see a mix of public, residential and light industrial use on the lands.
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