Jul 24, 2025
Are you ready to take your Cowichan-based business beyond the local market? The Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) is returning to Vancouver Island this fall, offering small and medium-sized enterprises a proven path to international expansion. Delivered by the Greater...
Jul 22, 2025
In Cowichan, a region steeped in agricultural tradition, a quiet crisis is unfolding. As older generations of farmers approach retirement, the challenge of transitioning farmland to new, capable hands is becoming increasingly urgent. Enter Ari Westhaver, the new...
Jul 14, 2025
Lights, camera, Cowichan! The Cowichan region continues to draw film and television productions, thanks to its diverse landscapes, supportive communities, and strong coordination through Film Cowichan. Two recent productions have generated meaningful economic benefits...
Jul 9, 2025
On July 5, 2025, BC Hydro implemented a major policy change that will reduce the cost of connecting new or upgraded electrical service. This is great news for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments across Cowichan. Historically, developers and property...
Jul 7, 2025
Since January 2025, Canada–U.S. trade relations have been marked by mounting tension and rapid developments. On February 1, the United States announced plans to impose sweeping tariffs, including a 25 percent levy on most Canadian imports and 10 percent on energy...
