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Cowichan COVID-19 Business Survey #1 results are in: In response to the unparalleled impacts of COVID-19, the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) and its community partners have compiled the results of an initial survey to assess the effects of the pandemic on...

Business Re-Open Toolkit: Buy Local Cowichan has designed a Re-Open Toolkit for businesses using the Buy Local Cowichan brand and colors.  The toolkit includes print ready signage templates for occupancy, front entry checklist and social distancing floor stickers. ...

Be sure and register your business on the buylocalcowichan website to reach the thousands of locals looking to spend locally, and help Cowichan recover from COVID-19. Employment Opportunity - Economic Development Analyst: Are you a dynamic, progressive,...

Employment Opportunity - Economic Development Analyst Are you a dynamic, progressive, business-minded team-player with a passion for supporting community and economic development?  We have a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to join the Economic...

CVRD and Community Partners Launch COVID-19 Business Recovery Needs Assessment In response to the unparalleled economic impacts of COVID-19, the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) and its community partners are reaching out to the business community to assess...

Economic Development Cowichan has some exciting news to share about a new made-in-Cowichan collaboration – Buy Local Cowichan website. Buy Local Cowichan connects consumers to local businesses while COVID-19 restrictions are in place.  Registered businesses can share...

Economic Development Cowichan has some exciting news to share about a new made-in-Cowichan collaboration -  Buy Local Cowichan website. Buy Local Cowichan connects consumers to local businesses while COVID-19 restrictions are in place. Registered business can share...

Attention local small business owners: London Drugs wants to help you sell your products! London Drugs is offering up shelf space in select stores to local small businesses who have had to close their doors due to COVID-19. Beginning April 28, small businesses in...

If you are a small-medium sized business that is considering entering or expanding in the digital economy then this is the place for you! The Digital Economy Response Program: (DER3) is a free service supported by Island Coastal Economic Trust (ICET) and powered...