First Nations on Vancouver Island – Opportunities for Partnership
Opportunities for economic partnership with First Nations quickly became a topic of interest during the 2014 Economic Summit. While discussing local industries (both new and old),...
Skills Gaps and Labour Shortages Are a Real Issue – Jason Kenney
At the 2014 VI Summit, Honourable Minister Jason Kenney spoke of impending issues related to “real skills gaps and real labour shortages” that are only expected...
Praise for #VISummit at BC Legislature
MLA Michelle Stilwell of Parksville-Qualicum had great things to say about the 2014 Island Economic Summit in the BC Legislature. Thank you Michelle!
Business development opportunities abound at the Economic Summit
A Common Thread – First Nations, Tourism, Product & Business Development   The Business of First Nations With numerous treaty settlements and reconciliations completed or in...
Vancouver Island Summit Student Correspondent Contest
Student Correspondents Needed for #VISummit! The Vancouver Island Economic Alliance is in need of capable students to act as media correspondents at the 2014 VI Summit....
Is it Noise or Music?
The Buzz Around Business Crowdfunding   Crowdfunding is one of the hottest topics in the entrepreneurial and finance communities right now. Join our panel of experts...
Innovation, Investment, Jobs, Trade…
The Green Economy — How Do We Excel?   In a world that is facing environmental challenges and growing energy demands, responsible development is required for...
Discussion : The Crowdfunding Continuum for Startups
Entrepreneurs in contemporary society are regularly using crowdfunding to fund their startup ideas. In a competitive startup environment, crowdfunding can be a great way to validate...