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 2012-13 Economic Outlook: Canadian Chamber of Commerce
In its 2012 Economic Outlook, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce observes that Canada's sound banking system, comparatively better fiscal position, resilient housing market and strong corporate balance sheets have steered the economy through turbulent waters in 2011, but 2012 might bring a more challenging reality and constrained growth is expected.
Site C Project - Procurement Process & Business Opportunities
BC Hydro held a round of business information sessions in five cities around the province this past fall to highlight the Site C Dam project. A key theme for businesses is the opportunities available.
Businesses can benefit, either as direct contractors to BC Hydro or as part of a larger team participating in a work package. Additionally, procurements will be conducted in an open, fair and competitive process. Businesses should review materials on the Site C website to familiarize themselves with the project, and they should sign up to the Site C Business Directory. This will provide registrants with email alerts for procurements - once they are posted on BC Bid - and the directory would also be shared with all successful contractors.
Cities Summit
Developing cities in a manner that combines economic opportunity and sustainability is the 21st century's greatest challenge. It is also an unprecedented business opportunity for those that move quickly to shape this new reality.
The Cities Summit, hosted by Vancouver, will assemble entrepreneurs, major financial institutions, corporations and forward thinking mayors in February 2012. It is designed to explore the creative, business-oriented opportunities required for a sustainable and prosperous urban future.
To take part in the business of city building register at: www.vancouvercitiessummit.org.
Communities in Bloom
Each year over 30 British Columbian communities use this dynamic program to increase their desirability for visitors, investment and residents. Communities in Bloom influences positive results by enhancing the visual appeal and environmental practices of streetscapes, neighbourhoods and greenspaces.
Participants collaborate with citizens, local government, business and service clubs to focus on specific evaluation criteria. To find out more, please visit www.BCcommunitiesinbloom.ca.
9th Annual Successful You Awards
This province-wide contest recognizes and celebrates the important contributions of BC's entrepreneurs to their local communities and the wider global economy. The awards contest is free to enter and open to all new and existing small businesses across BC
The top 10 finalists for each category have been selected, and winners of the awards will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on February 28th, 2012 at the Pan Pacific Vancouver.
Argentina Productive Investment Opportunities Database
The Productive Investment Opportunities Database (BaPIP) is a project database designed to underpin the proactive role of the Undersecretariat for Investment Development in the promotion of FDI in Argentina. Its main purpose is to help to connect potential investors from around the world with the wide range of investment opportunities existing in Argentina.
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