Robert Skinner

Canadians are hearing about “February pension changes,” but most 2026 updates actually began January 1. Here’s what’s really changing with CPP, CPP2, and OAS — and what it means for payroll and retirees.

As the economy tightens, businesses are discovering that old-fashioned bartering is one of today’s most practical tools. With sales slowing and clients harder to retain, barter helps companies preserve cash, fill downtime, and stay productive through uncertainty

Bartering is back — and this time, it’s powered by AI. As small businesses face tightening margins and rising costs, cash-free trading is becoming a practical strategy again. With AI BarterNet launching Dec. 15, 2025, modern bartering is faster, smarter, and built for today’s economy.

As global supply chains remain unpredictable, South Delta businesses are turning closer to home. From restaurants serving fish right off the Ladner docks to retailers highlighting Boundary Bay farms.

As fall approaches, South Delta businesses are balancing the seasonal shift as student workers head back to school. From cafés and retail shops to trades apprenticeships, local employers are adapting schedules, investing in youth, and preparing the next generation of South Delta’s workforce.

You don’t need to be near the stadium to benefit from the buzz. Here are six creative ways small businesses across Vancouver can tap into the fan energy surrounding the Vancouver Canadians Baseball Club.

Game nights at Nat Bailey Stadium don’t just draw fans — they drive customers to local small businesses, from pubs and food trucks to shops and service providers. The Vancouver Canadians are creating a win-win for Cambie and Main Street.

The Vancouver Canadians Baseball Club is more than just summer entertainment — it’s a reliable economic engine for local businesses, drawing fans and dollars to the city with every home game.