On this episode of the Coastal Front podcast, we are joined by Charlwood Pacific Group Executive Chairman U. Gary Charlwood, who discussed how he built two powerhouse companies, CENTURY 21 Canada and Uniglobe.

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A federally funded housing project is moving forward, prompting questions about long-term affordability and fiscal oversight.

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Mark Carney’s China deal signals a decisive shift in Canadian trade policy away from US dependence, raising both new economic opportunities and fresh strategic risks.

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A BC-based society has received millions in funding from three levels of government, yet businesses hired to support its events say they were left unpaid, while private interests appear closely tied to its operations.

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Canada’s building permits fell in November, driven by declines in multi-family and institutional projects amid higher costs and financing pressures, despite a federal housing push.

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In the wake of Washington’s actions in Venezuela, many Canadians remain unaware of the extent to which their own country has been involved in efforts to undermine and displace Venezuela’s government.

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Despite notable drops in assessed property values, Vancouver remains Canada’s most unaffordable housing market, fuelling growing public pessimism.

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New research suggests AI chatbots may be more effective than traditional political advertising at persuading voters, with potentially significant implications for future elections.

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