BCBusiness
In our new Money Makers column, we’re spotlighting real people and real finances—from six figures to side hustles. Want to be part of it? Submit your story (it's anonymous!)
Money is one of the most personal—and most private—parts of our lives. But in a place like British Columbia, where the cost of living is sky-high and financial pressures can feel relentless, the silence around money doesn’t help anyone.
Welcome to BCBusiness’s Money Makers: our new anonymous series offering a candid, unfiltered look at how people in B.C. really earn, spend, save, think and feel about money.
BCBusiness’s Money Makers pulls back the curtain on everything from salary and side hustles to debt, rent, splurges and long-term goals. Think of it as a real-world snapshot of financial life in B.C.—from the freelancer chasing invoices to the executive managing a six-figure income and serious burnout. From powerhouse sectors like real estate and finance to emerging industries like clean tech and mental health—and even the unexpected career paths in between—we’re building a transparent, wide-angle view of the people making (and navigating) money across the province.
We’re not just interested in numbers (though those matter too). We want to know what money means to you. Is it freedom? Stress? Power? Survival? How has your financial reality shaped your choices and sense of self?
If you live in B.C. and want to share your experience, we’d love to hear from you. Fill out our short, anonymous survey here.
A note on our editorial policy: While our stories may be edited for clarity and length, you’ll always remain anonymous. No names, no employers and no identifying details unless you choose to share them. We prioritize anonymity to protect your privacy and our editorial team may follow up via email to clarify details or ask additional questions.
So—what’s your money story?