–Sooke Region Chamber of Commerce media release The Sooke Region Chamber of Commerce has just unveiled a Hidden Treasures website as a part of a campaign to encourage local and near-local residents to explore the many hidden treasures available right … Continue reading →
Is there a business in the greater Sooke region that has knocked your socks off? Has one provided stellar services? Show your love for Sooke businesses by nominating your favorites at the annual Sooke Region Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence … Continue reading →
As we mark Thanksgiving, a study of entrepreneurs explains why we give without receiving Rekha Krishnan, Simon Fraser University and Rajiv Krishnan Kozhikode, Simon Fraser University From someone dropping off dinner at the doorstep of a neighbour with COVID-19 to an … Continue reading →
The following comes from David Evans, current owner of The Stick The front-end operations of The Stick in the Mud have been listed for sale through Chinook Mergers Acquisitions and Business Brokers in Victoria. The listing includes operations of the … Continue reading →
The B.C. government has extended the deadline for the Small and Medium-Sized Business Recovery Grant program to ensure businesses have the time they need to apply. One of the main requirements has also been lowered to ensure more businesses are … Continue reading →
The B.C. government has enhanced the Small and Medium-Sized Business Recovery Grant program to make it easier for businesses to qualify and has increased support for those in the hard-hit tourism sector. Adjustments made to the Small and Medium-Sized Business … Continue reading →
BDC, Canada’s bank for entrepreneurs, released a new report today which examines the state of Canadian business owners’ mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. The survey revealed while nearly two-thirds say they are adjusting to the COVID-19 context (64%), and nearly … Continue reading →
Nominations are now open for you to choose your greater Sooke Region business for voting consideration in the 2020 Business Excellence Awards! This year’s awards will look different than in the past to accommodate social distancing: the awards process and … Continue reading →
[Sooke offers a similar service at BetterBuySooke.ca. In addition to this Sooke-centric service, Sooke businesses are welcome to participate in this Greater Victoria platform. Following is the release from TLF -spn] The economic slowdown resulting from the COVD-19 pandemic’s requirements … Continue reading →
A new B.C. Business COVID-19 Support Service will serve as a single point of contact for businesses throughout the province looking for information on resources available during the COVID-19 pandemic. The B.C. Business COVID-19 Support Service will be operated by … Continue reading →
