Tag: Canadian Federation of Independent Business

B.C. small businesses brace for end of U.S. duty-free exemption

Provincial Emily Joveski - August 22, 2025

Small businesses in British Columbia are preparing for a financial hit from the U.S. elimination of de minimis exemptions on shipments.

B.C. small businesses brace for end of U.S. duty-free exemption

Provincial My East Kootenay Now Staff - August 22, 2025

Small businesses in British Columbia are preparing for a financial hit from the U.S. elimination of de minimis exemptions on shipments.

Eby shuffles cabinet, including key jobs, public safety and housing roles

Provincial Emily Joveski - July 17, 2025

Premier David Eby shuffled his cabinet Thursday in what he called a “strategic” move to respond to a world that has changed since his B.C. NDP were elected last fall.

B.C. receives improved rating on interprovincial trade: CFIB

Provincial Emily Joveski - June 30, 2025

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business has praised British Columbia on making strides toward removing interprovincial trade barriers over the last year, but claims there’s still more work to be done.

B.C. small businesses worry U.S.-Canada trade dispute could hurt summer season

Provincial Emily Joveski - June 18, 2025

Many small businesses in British Columbia are concerned the ongoing U.S.-Canada trade dispute could disrupt their operations this summer, according to data from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).