A new year brings a few new meeting changes for the Comox Valley Home-Based Business Association (CVHBBA).

The average sale price of Comox Valley homes in 2010 fell five per cent, according to Multiple Listing Service figures released by the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB).

Brian Benedictson is teeing up his Swinkey golf training aid for all to see at the 58th annual PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 27-29 in Orlando, Fla.

B.C.鈥檚 natural gas industry enjoyed increases in investment, market share, and wells drilled, boosting the province鈥檚 economic recovery in 2010.

British Columbia鈥檚 Open Shop construction companies are cautiously optimistic about the coming year, and the prospects for increased activity and additional hiring.

To officially launch Canada鈥檚 second Red Tape Awareness Week, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) released the Red Tape Diaries, a collection of firsthand accounts detailing the frustration Canadian small business owners face as a result of excessive government regulation and red tape.

Taking the mic in her own hands, Joanne Carson, owner of JC Auction Sales Inc., will be the auctioneer for her new business later this month.

The new producer of the Filberg Festival has more than 25 years of experience staging major events and promotions, says the Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park Association.