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Imagine waking up to misty green valleys, giant stands of cedar, spectacular ocean views, and rolling farmland.
Close to major population centres in Victoria, Nanaimo and the Lower Mainland, the region enjoys an inviting network of unique communities and landscapes combined with easy access to urban markets and cultural amenities. Cowichan is shaped by a vibrant, well-balanced economy, a strong labour force, a strategic location and progressive business and community organizations. Economic Development Cowichan blazes a new trail in Cowichan, with a bold entrepreneurial spirit that embraces new possibilities.
What Cowichan Businesses Need to Know
Navigating Tariffs
The recent U.S. tariff announcements have raised concerns for businesses across Canada, including those in the Cowichan region. With new trade policies set to take effect soon, it’s crucial for local businesses to stay informed and take proactive steps to mitigate potential impacts. Economic Development Cowichan is committed to keeping businesses updated with the latest information, resources, and support programs.
Featured Blog Post
Dine & Sip Cowichan: A delicious way to support local
From February 28 to March 23, Dine & Sip Cowichan invites you to savour the region’s best food and drink—all while strengthening our local economy. Restaurants, cafés, wineries, and breweries will showcase special menus, offering the perfect excuse to dine out and support the businesses that make Cowichan unique. Dining locally is more than just a treat—it’s an investment in the people behind our food. Restaurants don’t operate in isolation. They rely on local farmers, fishers, bakers, brewers, and artisans, creating an economic ripple effect that sustains multiple industries…
Cowichan is best for business
Make your mark
Top five reasons to locate your business to Cowichan
- Central location that is easy to access and connected by air and sea.
- Growing population that is pushing demand for new services and products.
- Diversified workforce with access to skills development programs.
- Competitive property options for industrial and commercial land.
- The warmest year-round climate in Canada.
meet our cowichan changemakers
Expand your horizons
Changemakers see the potential that others miss and they connect the dots between people and ideas. Join us in celebrating and learning about the people who are shaping the future of the Cowichan Region.
Discover living in Cowichan
Community by design
We invite you to make it yours by discovering our unique towns and villages, learn about Indigenous communities, get to know talented artisans and explore health, wellness, and education opportunities Cowichan has to offer.
135 Third Street
Duncan, BC
Canada V9L 1R9
edc@cvrd.bc.ca
T 250.746.7880
TF 1.866.746.2508
Economic
Development
Cowichan
Economic
Development
Cowichan
135 Third Street
Duncan, BC
Canada V9L 1R9
edc@cvrd.bc.ca
T 250.746.7880
TF 1.866.746.2508
