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B.C. Premier David Eby says he and Canada’s other premiers are committed to working together to respond to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s threatened 25% tariff on Canadian imports. Richard Zussman reports.

As Swifties swarm Downtown Vancouver for the final leg of the ‘Eras Tour’, some are having an easier time getting here than others. As Taya Fast reports, fans on a WestJet flight from Prince George to Vancouver, are frustrated over last minute cancellations derailing their concert plans.

How Friday’s Eras Tour concert, and other coinciding events, are creating a major transportation challenge in Vancouver. The Greater Victoria School Board’s failure to address gang activity, crime and crisis management. And the postal strike leaves a Revelstoke man in limbo with a big family visit coming up fast.

A city committee was hoping to hear why some projects seem to cost more in Edmonton than they would in other communities surrounding the city. But as Erik Bay tells us, there are still many questions about the exact price of policy.

Politicians and B.C. industry leaders have spent the day scrambling to dissect the full effects of the threat by U. S. president-elect Donald Trump to slap 25% trade sanctions on Canada. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, B.C. Premier David Eby and others react to the news and how it serves as a...

The entire NDP caucus will receive pay bumps because, as Kristen Robinson reports, those who didn’t make it into cabinet were given other roles by Premier David Eby as well as more money.

While speaking for the first time since the NDP formed the government, Premier David Eby spoke to reporters about his priorities moving forward and how he plans to work with the other parties. Eby says he is conversing with MLAs and is open to working with anyone “committed” to helping all British Columbians.

Alberta’s minimum wage has remained stagnant over the last six years. As other provinces are set to raise their minimum wages, some organizations in Alberta are speaking out about wages in this province. Erik Bay reports.

‘Ari’s Theme’ is the opening gala film at this year’s Vancouver International Festival. It tells the story of B.C. music composer Ari Kinarthy, as he realizes his dream of composing music for a documentary about his life. We talk to VIFF executive director Kyle Fostner about ‘Ari’s Theme’, and the other must-see films a this...

A big announcement Sunday by B.C. Premier David Eby, as we move closer to the provincial election. In a lengthy news concference, among other things, the B.C. NDP leader unveiled plans to expand involuntary care for those dealing with mental illness and addiction. Alissa Thibault has more on the key elements of Eby’s proposal, and...

Two men are dead and six others were taken to hospital after a crash involving a semi truck and a group of charity ride motorcyclists in northern Alberta. The fiancée of one of the victims is remembering Laurent Isadore as a man with a big heart. Erik Bay has the details.

Canada’s chance to shine on the opening day of the Olympic games was dimmed by scandal, rocking Canada Soccer. The head coach of the women’s team was sent home from the Paris Olympics late Thursday over allegations of spying on other teams with drones. As Eric Sorensen reports, Canada Soccer’s CEO is calling out a...

Thousands of Canadian airline passengers are scrambling after a sudden strike by unionized airline mechanics at WestJet. WestJet customers at the Edmonton International Airport spent hours waiting, speaking to customer reps and looking for other flight options. Erik Bay has more.

The B.C. government announced that it has identified what it calls “sophisticated cybersecurity incidents involving government networks.” Premier David Eby says the government is working closely with the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security and other agencies to determine the extent of the problem. He says at this point there is no evidence that sensitive information...

Even as the province says hot and dry conditions mean more forest fires in northern Alberta, in Calgary, there are still no restrictions. As Doug Vaessen reports, the Calgary Fire Department has other concerns.

It’s a difficult time for rescues in the Edmonton area as more and more animals are being surrendered or abandoned. Many of the animals brought in are suffering from several medical problems — a very common one is parvovirus. Krista Atmore and Nicole Guinan with Alberta Homeward Hound Rescue, and Dr. Julianne Wilson with Pulse...

Finance Minister Eric Girard tabled a $158$ million budget with an $11 billion deficit on Tuesday. It’s the largest deficit in the province’s history. While Girard said the budget was a balancing act, others argue it’s a result of poor financial planning. Global’s Franca Mignacca reports.

Together with B.C. Premier David Eby in Vancouver on Tuesday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the federal government will be adding another $2 billion in financing to British Columbia’s “transformative” plan to build more middle-income rental housing. Trudeau described B.C. as “the canary in the coal mine” for the country’s housing affordability crisis and encouraged...

Ontario company BTNX produced millions of COVID-19 rapid tests which were distributed in schools, hospitals and grocery stores across Canada. The federal government paid $2 billion for 400 million kits. But Jeff Semple explains why this brand of test may not have worked as well as advertised. COVID-19, RSV and influenza cases are on the...

Several outdoor skating events have been altered as warm weather thwarts ice-making measures. As Doug Vaessen reports, there are some outdoor rinks available for skating while the others remains dry.