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 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. As a bonus, everyone who submits during the month of June will be entered to win a $250 gas card.
A note on our editorial policy: Responses may be used in future Money Makers features on our web and print properties. While submissions may be edited for clarity and length, participants will remain anonymous. No names, employers or identifying details will be published unless you choose to share them. Our editorial team may follow up by email to clarify details or request additional information.
So—what’s your money story?
