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From the Shuswap to Antigua: Meet the B.C. billionaire behind Bodog

From the Shuswap to Antigua: Meet the B.C. billionaire behind Bodog

Online gambling site founder Calvin Ayre's roots can be found on a pig farm near Salmon Arm
Grieg sells B.C. fish farming operations to Cermaq as part of $990M U.S. deal

Grieg sells B.C. fish farming operations to Cermaq as part of $990M U.S. deal

The sale comes after the international Atlantic salmon farmer halted investments in British Columbia in the winter
Fairmont Empress in Victoria ascends the throne as best hotel in Canada

Fairmont Empress in Victoria ascends the throne as best hotel in Canada

Travel + Leisure readers reference location while singing the Empress's praises
After fleeing war in Ukraine, mother celebrates 2 years of business in Kelowna

After fleeing war in Ukraine, mother celebrates 2 years of business in Kelowna

Celebrate two years of fresh, Ready to Cook Ukrainian food in downtown Kelowna June 27
Vernon food and beverage manager named to B.C. Restaurant Hall of Fame

Vernon food and beverage manager named to B.C. Restaurant Hall of Fame

Christian Kelly will be inducted in October.
New 150-room Marriott hotel officially opens in Chilliwack

New 150-room Marriott hotel officially opens in Chilliwack

Dual-brand hotel features 90 guest rooms under Fairfield Inn brand, 60 spacious suites under TownePlace Suites brand
Vancouver Island's Seaside Gin secures a spot on Ontario shelves

Vancouver Island's Seaside Gin secures a spot on Ontario shelves

'We’re excited to deepen our connection with Ontario spirits lovers – and we’re just getting started'
In B.C. first, Aritzia opens in-store cafe at Surrey mall

In B.C. first, Aritzia opens in-store cafe at Surrey mall

'If you like your coffee with a side of shopping, come hang out' at A-OK Cafe
Hudson's Bay to sell name, coat of arms and iconic stripes to Canadian Tire

Hudson's Bay to sell name, coat of arms and iconic stripes to Canadian Tire

The $30M deal is still subject to court approval
Lieutenant Governor of B.C. showcases Okanagan businesses on Kelowna visit

Lieutenant Governor of B.C. showcases Okanagan businesses on Kelowna visit

Wendy Cocchia was joined by 23 Consular Corps of B.C.