Dec 18, 2024
Dear Cowichan Community, Another year is in the books, and what a year it’s been. 2024 brought challenges, opportunities, and milestones that underscored what makes the Cowichan region unique: its people, its landscapes, and its enduring spirit of ingenuity and...
Dec 12, 2024
In the Cowichan Valley, where verdant farmland meets the ocean, a quiet revolution is unfolding. At the heart of this movement is the Cowichan Valley Cooperative Marketplace, affectionately known as the Cow-op—a collective of over 60 active members working together to...
Dec 4, 2024
As a small business owner—or someone who supports local entrepreneurs—have you thought about how a sudden emergency could impact your livelihood or the services you rely on? Just last month, many areas in Cowichan lost power due to a bomb cyclone, disrupting homes and...
Nov 12, 2024
Artificial intelligence (AI), once the stuff of science fiction, has become the linchpin of modern industry. Conversations at the recent VIEA Economic Summit made one thing clear: AI isn’t just a trend; it’s the blueprint for future growth. Against this...
Oct 22, 2024
As we celebrate Small Business Week, Economic Development Cowichan would like to take this opportunity to shine a spotlight on a new small business owner who is leading the way in the refillery and circular economy movement in Cowichan. British Columbia’s small...
Oct 11, 2024
A key factor in driving economic development and creating sustainable communities is supporting local entrepreneurs. The Firecircle’s Transition to Tourism Entrepreneurship (TTE) program is an exciting initiative designed to equip individuals in the tourism and...
