Contents | May 2012
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In The Green
Five years ago the government set out on an ambitious mission to create a carbon-neutral economy that would save the environment and bring money to the province. But with the public sector taking on the brunt of the cost, is B.C. really benefiting?
by Christopher Pollon
features
Look Who's Turning 40
Join us in celebrating our 40th year of publishing, as we look back at the last four decades of business in B.C. – the booms, the busts and everything in between.
by the BCBusiness editors
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The New North Van
In an exercise that could be a test case for municipalities throughout the Lower Mainland, North Vancouver draws up a plan to transcend its generational crisis, work around its preponderance of single-family dwellings and completely reinvent itself.
by Peter Mitham
departments
Profile: Brian Wong
Brian Wong, 21-year-old founder of Kiip Inc., reinvents mobile advertising.
by Alisa Smith
Round Table: The Future of Our Garbage
Our experts discuss Vancouver's ever-expanding waste problem and the potential to turn more trash into cash.
by BCBusiness
business briefs
Jewel in the Crown The growing pains continue for Tourism BC
Track Star Tracking goes digital with Sendum Wireless
Power Suit Ainsliewear Design spins profits from pirouettes
Inquiring Minds What's the best part of your workday?
Need to Know How to Change Professional Focus Mid-Career
Crossroads Paul Healey, CEO, Radiant Communications Corp.
Lunch with Lucy Lucy lunches with former premier Gordon Campbell