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Richmond ice cream business markets cannabis confusion

Richmond ice cream business markets cannabis confusion

Cannabis edibles are currently not legalized for sales, but 720 Sweets , an ice cream chain headquartered in Richmond, just launched a campaign on social media about its new “Green Goblin” ice cream that will be available for people “19 years old or
International tensions give small businesses the jitters

International tensions give small businesses the jitters

Federal trade promotion officials said during a recent Vancouver visit that Canadian businesses considering doing business abroad appear to have been spooked by recent developments in China and the United States.
Canadian retailers push for return of GST rebate for tourists

Canadian retailers push for return of GST rebate for tourists

Canada is only OECD country with a value-added tax and no rebate for visitors
Richmond carrier tests driverless delivery car on the road

Richmond carrier tests driverless delivery car on the road

After passing No. 3 Road and Granville Avenue, the driver let go of the wheel and let the car drive itself. The car stayed in the middle of the lane, at a speed of 50 kilometers per hour and kept a distance from the cars in front.
Lululemon Q4 profit soars 80 per cent, beating analyst expectations

Lululemon Q4 profit soars 80 per cent, beating analyst expectations

The Vancouver-based company reported net income of US$218.47 million for the fourth quarter ended Feb. 3, 2019
Seth Rogen launches Canadian cannabis company

Seth Rogen launches Canadian cannabis company

Launched Wednesday, Houseplant plans to launch three strains over the coming months
Falling retail sales confirm suspicions about a slowing economy, but could B.C. weather the storm?

Falling retail sales confirm suspicions about a slowing economy, but could B.C. weather the storm?

B.C.'s retail growth sets it apart from the rest of Canada's slowing economy
E-sport tournament stadium secures location in Richmond

E-sport tournament stadium secures location in Richmond

Richmond gamers will soon have a place to compete with each other and practise advanced gaming strategies. The Gaming Stadium , a dedicated e-sport facility, has secured a location at Lipont Place near Aberdeen Centre.
Kater to launch ride-hailing service in B.C. by end of March

Kater to launch ride-hailing service in B.C. by end of March

What happened: Kater Technologies Inc. has announced plans to launch ride-hailing services in B.C. in March What it means: The Surrey-based tech company gets a first-mover advantage over incumbents Uber Technologies Inc.
B.C. targets Asian alternatives in diversification plan

B.C. targets Asian alternatives in diversification plan

B.C.'s latest trade mission to Asia appears to heed the advice of Asia-Pacific economic observers to diversify beyond the United States and China, its two largest trade partners.