Thinking about tackling some ambitious DIY projects around your home? Renting a mini excavator or a Bobcat skid steer opens up a world of possibilities for landscaping, property improvements, and more. Here are a few interesting projects you can consider with these powerful machines. 1. Create a Backyard Pond With a mini excavator, you can…
North Cowichan’s October 18th meeting underscored the importance of regional collaboration in economic development, with a presentation by Steve Nicol of Lions Gate Consulting and Barry O’Riordan from Economic Development Cowichan. Their update on the CVRD Strategic Plan emphasized joint efforts to address economic challenges, including housing shortages, workforce development, and Indigenous economic reconciliation. A…
In the October 18th Economic Development Committee meeting, North Cowichan outlined steps to build a thriving innovation ecosystem in Cowichan Valley as part of its broader Economic Development Action Plan. This strategy seeks to diversify the local economy by encouraging tech growth, supporting entrepreneurship, and enhancing the region’s economic resilience. Barry O’Riordan from Economic Development…
In an October 18th meeting, North Cowichan’s Economic Development Committee advanced its Economic Development Action Plan, a critical roadmap for the region’s sustainable growth. The Action Plan, developed with insights from Deloitte, is built around five strategic priorities: improving the local business climate, supporting traditional industry adaptation, nurturing new economic opportunities, building an attractive community,…