NOVIPRO Group recently released the 8th edition of its IT Trends Report, which surveyed Canadian businesses about their IT needs, concerns and plans. Guest Steve Small, director of sales with Blair Technology Solutions Inc., joins BIV editor-in-chief Hayley Woodin Hastings for a discussion about the state of Canadian business IT infrastructure, cybersecurity concerns, the upside and risk of AI, and more. This episode is sponsored by NOVIPRO Group.

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A recent, significant fire test series has produced key insights on the fire safety and resilience of mass timber buildings. On this episode, WoodWorks BC's executive director Shawn Keyes, a licensed structural engineer who has pioneered timber projects across Canada, discusses the Mass Timber Demonstration Fire Test Program, and why it matters. The show is hosted by BIV editor-in-chief Hayley Woodin Hastings and this episode is sponsored by naturally:wood (naturallywood.com).

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The Senate committee on banking, commerce and the economy has delivered a report critical of the Canadian environment for innovation, competitiveness and productivity. Committee chair, Sen. Pamela Wallin, discussed the report and its implications with BIV publisher and executive editor Kirk LaPointe.

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In a special series running throughout the week, BIV examines the unicorns that have been emerging from B.C. over the past year-plus. Once a rare sight, these tech firms with $1-billion valuations have become commonplace on the West Coast. Clio CEO Jack Newtown joins BIV Today to talk about everything from this company’s record-setting raises to making the legal sector more equitable. Tyler Orton hosts. 

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In a special series running throughout the week, BIV examines the unicorns that have been emerging from B.C. over the past year-plus. Once a rare sight, these tech firms with $1-billion valuations have become commonplace on the West Coast. Semios CEO Michael Gilbert joins BIV Today to talk about his journey from chemist to agtech leader, and what’s driving growth as his company deploys millions of sensors on farmland. Tyler Orton hosts. 

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In a special series running throughout the week, BIV examines the unicorns that have been emerging from B.C. over the past year-plus. Once a rare sight, these tech firms with $1-billion valuations have become commonplace on the West Coast. Judi Hess, CEO of Copperleaf, talks to BIV Today about her company’s journey from a small consultancy to going public. Tyler Orton hosts. 

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Ken Peacock, chief economist of the Business Council of BC, looks at what the provincial budget did and didn’t do and at the uncertainty within the BC economy. He is in conversation with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe.

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On the latest episode of EDI on BIV, Harpo Mander joins co-hosts Barinder Bhullar, senior vice-president of corporate affairs at Brains Bioceutical, and BIV executive editor Hayley Woodin to discuss identity and inclusion in the workplace. Mander is a community builder and host of the podcast Brown Girl Guilt.

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Ravi Kahlon, the province’s jobs, economic recovery and innovation minister, discusses the release of the StrongerBC plan to stimulate “inclusive” and “clean” economic growth. He is in conversation with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe.

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Sustainability and the environment are top of mind for British Columbians like never before after the West Coast endured everything from a heat dome to catastrophic flooding in 2021. That same year, B.C.-based cleantech firm CarboNet ramped up its commercialization efforts and the results were stunning. Amielle Lake, the company's co-founder and chief commercial officer, joins BIV Today to discuss CarboNet's technology and the growth prospects ahead. Tyler Orton hosts.

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Rohene Bouajram, associate director of strategic IBPOC initiatives at the University of British Columbia, joins this episode of EDI on BIV to discuss the newly launched Beyond Tomorrow Scholars program. Bouajram also offers insight into leading strategic EDI initiatives.

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The pandemic has rewritten the rules on remote working, which means downtown Vancouver isn’t quite as bustling as it once was two years ago. Public safety concerns and vandalism are top of mind for many businesses in some neighbourhoods. But Nolan Marshall III is optimistic about the future of downtown. The president and CEO of the Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association joins BIV Today to talk about the current state of downtown. 

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Andrew Mercier, parliamentary secretary to the provincial skills training minister, talks about ways to make the trades more attractive and to provide the needed supply. He is in conversation with BIV publisher and editor in chief Kirk LaPointe. 

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Amar Doman, two years into his ownership of the BC Lions, talks to BIV publisher and executive editor Kirk LaPointe on how he is developing the team’s business and the following for the CFL in British Columbia. 

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Kevin Falcon, newly elected as the BC Liberal leader, talks about his priorities and perspective in the time ahead as he readies the party for the eventual election. He is in conversation with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe.

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Is Canada falling behind the rest of the world when it comes to 5G deployment? While consumers may enjoy faster speeds on their smartphones, this next generation of wireless communication is also seen as critical for ensuring businesses can stay competitive in the coming years. Patrick Ostiguy, executive chairman of Accedian, joins BIV Today to discuss where Canada stacks up. Tyler Orton hosts.

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Mario Canseco, president of Researchco, talks about the demise of Conservative leader Erin O’Toole, who was pushed aside Wednesday, and about the implications for his party.

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B.C. brands are bracing for a Beijing boost. The Olympic Games are set to kick off Feb. 4 and some notable West Coast companies will be showcasing their wares to the rest of the world. This ranges from made-in-B.C. technology to designer clothing. But how much does this really matter for these brands? Retail Insider's Craig Patterson joins BIV Today to dive into the opportunities ahead. Tyler Orton hosts.

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The impacts of COVID-19 is still reshaping the economy two years into the pandemic. Beyond inflation concerns hitting consumers right now, workers are also navigating a sharp shift towards gig jobs while employers must navigate the so-called Great Resignation as demand for talent heightens. Jeff Harris, CEO of Vancouver-based Impact Recruitment, joins BIV Today to discuss the labour trends the Canadian economy will be dealing with throughout 2022. 

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Jason Block, vice president of western Canadian engineering operations for Kiewit, one of North America's leading infrastructure and engineering firms, discusses what has been learned from the extensive damage of the atmospheric river in November in British Columbia and what are the wisest next steps now that much has been built back to be ready for the next time.

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It’s been a busy start to 2022 for B.C.’s tech sector. Companies left and right have been shuffling their C-suites. Is it a sign of uncertainty or sign of major growth prospects? Stephanie Hollingshead, CEO of the Tech and People Network (formerly known as the HR Tech Group), joins BIV Today to discuss what’s going on and more. Tyler Orton hosts. 

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GeoComply's Anna Sainsbury kicked off 2022 by returning to the CEO role of the cybersecurity firm she co-founded more than a decade ago. She joins BIV Today to discuss the explosive growth her company has enjoyed, what it takes to become a unicorn in B.C. and what's ahead for GeoComply. Tyler Orton hosts.

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Curt Sigfstead kicked off 2022 by joining B.C. unicorn Clio as the legaltech firm’s new chief financial officer. He joins BIV Today to discuss his decision to jump on board one of B.C.’s most high-profile tech darlings and the growth potential behind the industry. 

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Acclaimed author, futurist and strategist Peter Zeihan, the keynote speaker at the Jan. 27 CFA Society Vancouver virtual event, discusses the important geopolitical and demographic challenges for Canada and the wider world. He is in conversation with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe.

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Derek Burleton, TD Bank’s deputy chief economist, discusses the central bank rate hike and the lingering inflation effects with BIV publisher and executive editor Kirk LaPointe.

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Still reeling from the economic impacts of the pandemic, extreme weather events continued to rattle B.C. throughout 2021. Economists Ken Peacock and David Williams from the Business Council of B.C. join BIV Today to discuss the current state of the province’s economy and the headwinds it faces going into 2022. Tyler Orton hosts.

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Vancouver-based SceneBox has just come out of stealth mode after its 2019 founding. The West Coast company believes it can help businesses reshape engineering in ways not possible only a few years ago. CEO Yaser Khalighi joins BIV to discuss launching a startup in the current climate, the potential behind computer vision and more. Tyler Orton hosts.

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Pierre Cleroux, the chief economist of Business Development Bank of Canada, discusses the level of business confidence in the coming year. He is in conversation with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe.

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This episode of EDI on BIV explores equity, diversity and inclusion in entrepreneurship. Melissa Allen, incoming executive director of League of Innovators, discusses empowerment, entrepreneurship and EDI.BIV executive editor Hayley Woodin hosts.

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With the word “metaverse” only recently reaching the ears of most people for the first time, many are wondering about the potential behind this immersive iteration of online connectivity. Dan Burgar is president of the Vancouver VR/AR Association. He joins BIV Today to discuss how the metaverse is poised to shake up business. Tyler Orton hosts.

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Chief Marilyn Slett, Heiltsuk Nation, speaks to the many important initiatives that the Heiltsuk Nation are leading in regards to economic development and how they are weaving in their traditional values, ways of being, and governance into everything they do as a nation. She is in conversation with Chastity Davis-Alphonse for the three-part series.

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Dr. Judith Sayers, President Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council, speaks to the importance of Indigenous knowledge being included in Climate Change and Clean Energy discussions, opportunities, and strategies moving forward. She is in conversation with Chastity Davis-Alphonse for the three-part BIV series.

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Chief Joe Alphonse, Tribal Chair Tsilhqotin National Government & Chief Tletinqox Government, discusses the landmark Supreme Court of Canada decision that established  land title for his nation and its larger effects, and what it has meant to economic development for Indigenous Peoples.

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Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation Minister Ravi Kahlon joins BIV Today for a wide-ranging discussion about B.C.’s economy. Tyler Orton hosts. 

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At a ceremony Nov. 29, BIV awarded five CEOs of the Year and five CFOs of the Year for their excellence in leadership, with particular leadership in the pandemic. Hear their acceptance speeches and the full program.

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Roberto Velasco Alvarez, the top North American official in Mexico’s Foreign Affairs Ministry, discusses trade, energy, the environment and Indigenous issues with BIV reporter Nelson Bennett and publisher/executive editor Kirk LaPointe.

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In part two of our two-part series featuring recipients of the annual BIV CEO of the Year awards, EMBERS CEO Marcia Nozick (Lifetime Achievement) and Tru Earth CEO Brad Liski (Small Company category) share their insights on their influences, where they find their optimism, how they deal with the challenges of the pandemic, and how they take care of themselves as leaders. The podcast is sponsored by the Fasken law firm.

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Sue Paish, CEO of the federal Digital Technology Supercluser; Ryan Beedie, CEO of Beedie, and Dick Vollet, CEO of the St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation, three recipients of BIV’s CEO of the Year awards, discuss their influences, values and pandemic challenges.

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Retail Insider’s Craig Patterson joins BIV Today to break down Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Consumers are feeling more confident about the economy this year and willing to spend more for the holidays. But are global and local supply chain disruptions throwing sand into the gears of shoppers’ plans? Tyler Orton hosts.

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Catherine Chew, CFO at Global Relay, and Clarence Lee, CFO at Appnovation, are two recipients of this year’s CFO of the Year awards. In the second part of a two-part series of conversations, they discuss their financial leadership roles within their organizations in the pandemic.

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Part one of a two-part series featuring BIV’s CFO of the Year recipients. Barb Harwood of Thunsderbird Entertainment and Tom Webster of First West Credit Union discuss their roles to steward the finances of their operations in the pandemic.

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This episode of EDI on BIV explores inclusive recruitment. Ella Hipolito, senior associate at Boyden, discusses equity-deserving executive searches, inclusive interviews and more. Chantelle Krish, CEO of KidSafe, joins BIV executive editor Hayley Woodin as a co-host.

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With many B.C. communities devastated by this month’s severe flooding and closed highways choking off access throughout the province, the West Coast faces a major economic rebuild ahead. Jeremy Stone, director of Recovery and Relief Services, joins BIV Today to discuss the immediate response to such a disaster and how businesses can rebuild moving forward. Tyler Orton hosts.

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On the eve of its playoff game with Sporting Kansas City, Vancouver Whitecaps FC coach Vanni Sartini discusses his approaches to managing, to team culture and values, and even his love of Ted Lasso. He is in conversation with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe.

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Demand for tech talent is surging in B.C., which is drawing in global giants and serving as the launching ground for throngs of startups. But does the sector’s growing workforce accurately reflect the demographics of B.C. as a whole? A new report from Vancouver-based HR Tech Group reveals gaps within representation as well as strides being made. HR Tech Group CEO Stephanie Hollingshead joins BIV’s Tyler Orton to discuss. 

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This episode of EDI on BIV discusses the online education platform Deyen, and how it's inviting Canadians to learn about Canada's colonial history from the perspective of Indigenous women. Chastity Davis-Alphonse, founder of Chastity Davis Consulting and Deyen, discusses transformation, truth and reconciliation, and changing the narrative, one person at a time. BIV executive editor Hayley Woodin hosts.

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Phil Arrata has run MEC and been a C-suite executive at Best Buy. Now in private equity at Champlain Financial Corp., he discusses the elements of his leadership style. He’ll address the ACG Middle Market Growth Conference May 17. He was in conversation with BIV publisher and executive editor Kirk LaPointe.

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Small businesses are generally feeling optimistic about their fortunes, according to a new survey from Scotiabank that reveals more than half are doing better or the same as prior to the pandemic. Jason Charlebois, senior vice-president of small business at Scotiabank, joins BIV Today to discuss what’s behind this positive sentiment and what headwinds small businesses must still pay attention to. Tyler Orton hosts.

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People are gearing up for holiday shopping as we speak. One of the big questions hanging over us: more than a year into the pandemic, what kind of role will online shopping play vs. the traditional brick-and-mortar experience? Deloitte Canada has released a new outlook on holiday shopping to answer those questions and more. Marty Weintraub, Deloitte Canada’s national retail practice leader and author of the report, joins BIV Today to discuss what we should expect this year from the holiday shopping experience. Tyler Orton hosts. 

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Wendy Hurlburt, CEO and President of LifeSciencesBC, discusses the reasons behind the booming investment climate for British Columbia life sciences firms and the challenges for start-ups as they build scale. She is in conversation with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe.

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