Tools for Economic Vitality
As you already know, VIEA has been busy creating tools to improve economic prospects for Vancouver Island. This message is to encourage VIEA members to use these tools...
Rural Dividend Grants handed out in the Cowichan Valley
The Cowichan Valley has scored more than 400,000 dollars in funding from the Rural Dividend Program. The money is going to government, First Nations and not-for-profit...
“Island Good” Campaign Drives Local Sales
Pilot project yields 16% lift in sales across four Island grocers. Nanaimo – Farmers, food processors and retailers on Vancouver Island have a new tool in their...
Island Good is Good for the Island
Vancouver Island has long been a haven for independent thinkers, creative entrepreneurs, and advocates for all things local. Whether we look at arts & crafts, fresh...
The Foreign Trade Zone Designation of Vancouver Island
What does the Foreign Trade Zone designation mean for Vancouver Island business? Sign Up For VIEA News Visit the FTZ-VI Website
Island Good Licensing Available Now
These producers and sellers are the first to use the Island Good brand promoting Island products:                         Producers:     ...
Island Good
Vancouver Islanders believe in local, want to shop local, source local, and eat locally sourced food. Thanks to Island Good, local Vancouver Island food products are...
“I think this would be a shame for British Columbia”
The polarized debate over fish farming in British Columbia is threatening a viable and sustainable food source for the world, warns Federal Fisheries Minister Jonathan Wilkinson....