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Crafting a winning strategy should be every business leader’s goal. Yet transforming larger-than-life ideas into concrete steps is often easier said than done, and figuring out where to begin can be daunting. Business strategies are built upon five different pillars: product or service, marketing, finance, management and operations. If you’re not sure about your firm’s […] The post 5 Pillars for a Better Business appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

IN THE KNOW: Victoria’s ambitious Arts and Innovation District takes a step forward. Reliance Properties has submitted a rezoning application to develop the Arts and Innovation District in the north end of Victoria, B.C.’s downtown. Reliance has applied to develop 6.7 acres in the district, in the north end of Victoria’s downtown, as the Capital Iron […] The post Douglas Weekly – April 29 appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

Are you ready to expand your market across Canada, into the U.S. or even overseas? Here’s what you need to know to navigate the export maze.  Why export? Greater Victoria is home to an array of unique businesses large and small. The size of its market, however, is limited. By exporting out of B.C., you […] The post Exporting 101 appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

Looking to increase it economic self-sufficiency, the We Wai Kai Nation has collaborated with multinational coffee chain Starbucks to celebrate an Island first: the opening of a café built, licensed and operated entirely by the First Nation community. Located in the new Quinsam Crossing development, just off the Inland Island Highway between the Campbell River […] The post Coffee and Reconciliation appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

IN THE KNOW: B.C. Government Changes Cidery, Brewery and Winery Tour Policies British Columbia is home to 30 cideries, 230 breweries and over 1,200 vineyards. Year-round, people travel here from across Canada to sip and savour what these businesses have to offer. And just last week, the provincial government made it easier for tipple-producers to […] The post Douglas Weekly – April 22 appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

IN THE KNOW: Young Entrepreneurs Shine at 2024 Kidovate Market On Saturday, the Bay Centre was buzzing with excitement as some 200 young entrepreneurs sold goods that they have been working on for months, including felted hats, homemade snacks, dog treats, earrings, tote bags and t-shirts.  This fourth annual market was part of Kidovate, an […] The post Douglas Weekly – April 15 appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

*SPONSORED CONTENT Are you an active professional working in downtown Victoria? Maybe you are enjoying a retired lifestyle and looking for new activities and social circles? Perhaps you live out of town and aren’t sure where can you stay in Victoria that’s not only central and safe, but also able to accommodate your business meeting […] The post Elevate Your Lifestyle at The Union Club appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

*SPONSORED CONTENT Whether your company is big or small, exporting can grow your business. And while your local market is a great starting point, it will only take you so far. There are more than five million British Columbians today, but getting your business ready to export can open you up to new markets in […] The post From Local to Global: How Exporting Can Advance Your BC Business appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

IN THE KNOW: Peninsula Co-op Continues Strategic Expansion Vancouver Island-based Peninsula Co-op is known for its grocery stores and gas stations. Recently, the membership-based business has been expanding outside of food and gas. Last Wednesday, the co-op announced that it purchased Metro Liquor in Brentwood Bay. The move is part of the business’ long-term strategy […] The post Douglas Weekly – April 8 appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more