'Onerous': Slow uptake on B.C. grant for businesses targeted by crime, vandalism
The province says just $71,000 of the $10.5 million fund has been paid out since it launched in late November.
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The province says just $71,000 of the $10.5 million fund has been paid out since it launched in late November.
Faced with high theft, vandalism and violence, some downtown business owners are simply closing down
John Neate, CEO of JJ Bean Coffee Roasters, said he's "fed up with the neighbourhood" and has reached a deal with his landlord to end the location's lease early, at a price.
John Neate, CEO of JJ Bean Coffee Roasters, said he’s “fed up with the neighbourhood” and has reached a deal with his landlord to end the location’s lease early, at a price.
The province’s energy utility regulator has ordered the Crown corporation to submit a third-party report.