WBN News Vancouver delivers real-time business insights, market trends, and expert analysis—by business people, for business people—empowering Vancouver’s economy. Publisher Elke Porter
In a high-inflation and slowing economy where every dollar counts, Canadian solopreneurs and small business owners are rediscovering an old-school solution with a tech-savvy twist: barter exchanges.
Imagine a world-class artist performing just a few feet away from a desk in a modest office. That’s the magic of NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts—a stripped-down, intimate music series that’s redefined how we experience live performance.
Today’s not your average Monday, boss; it’s got that high-vibe, handshake-energy kind of start. We’re walking tall, smiling easily, maybe even tossing a little generosity into the mix. But don’t get too cozy: by early evening, the emotional tide shifts faster than a market swing at closing bell.
Starbucks closes several Vancouver stores amid a $1B restructuring focused on better store experiences and profitability, causing surprise among staff and customers.
Canadian condo prices drop up to 8% as oversupply meets reduced demand. Federal budget looms amid shifting housing market dynamics across major cities.
