Poilievre wants Trudeau to have carbon price meeting on TV with premiers
The Conservatives have introduced a motion for the House of Commons to call on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to meet with the premiers on carbon pricing, and have it televised.
Canada
Apr 9
Wildfires 2024: Canada ‘preparing for the worst’ after record season last year
The federal government says it is taking measures to prepare for this year's wildfire season, noting that wildfire activity is already at above-normal levels.
Canada
Apr 10
Nova Scotia opposition critical of premier’s upcoming trip during legislature sitting
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston is drawing criticism after confirming he will be away from the legislature the week of March 18 to attend a hydrogen energy conference in Germany.
Politics
Mar 8
Remembering the celebrities we lost in 2023
From movie and TV stars to musicians and other notable personalities, we said goodbye to a lot of familiar, beloved faces this year.
Entertainment
Dec 30, 2023
As carbon price fight flares, Wilkinson defends Liberal approach
Despite an apparent shift in support on the federal carbon price, Natural Resource Minister Jonathan Wilkinson remains confident Canadians will support government climate action.
Canada
Dec 10, 2023
‘We want to be able to decide’: Inside the battle over the Ring of Fire
On a rock-covered beach in the heart of the Ring of Fire in northern Ontario, Alex Moonias gazes east, then north. All he sees is undisturbed land, water and air.
Canada
Oct 10, 2023
Smith says despite difficulty with Liberals, Alberta has allies in Trudeau cabinet
Danielle Smith told a business conference on Friday that despite her concerns with the federal Liberal government, there are some cabinet ministers she can work with.
Politics
Sep 22, 2023
Energy companies more optimistic of Trudeau’s climate goals than Alberta premier
Alberta, which generates the third-most electricity among the provinces, produced half of Canada's emissions from generation in 2020.
Canada
Aug 3, 2023
Saskatchewan First Act passes final reading
The Saskatchewan First Act officially passed its third and final reading in the Saskatchewan legislature Thursday, but not without disagreement.
Canada
Mar 16, 2023
B.C. throne speech promises quick rollout of COVID-19 vaccine, financial help for unemployed
The NDP government's speech from the throne focused on shorter-term goals to dealing with the global crisis, though it offered up no new commitments.
Politics
Dec 7, 2020
B.C. working on liquor discount for restaurants, fast tracking patio approvals
Restaurants across the province may soon be able to purchase beer, wine and liquor at wholesale prices.
Health
May 13, 2020
BC NDP promises to provide a free COVID-19 vaccine to anyone who wants one
The BC NDP has promised to provide a free COVID-19 vaccine to any British Columbian who wants one, once a vaccine is approved.
Health
Oct 5, 2020
BC NDP pledges net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 if re-elected
Meanwhile, BC Liberal leader Andrew Wilkinson showed his support for the forestry sector in Merritt and BC Greens leader Sonia Furstenau was in the Comox Valley.
Politics
Oct 2, 2020
B.C. party leaders trade seniors’ home care promises on campaign trail Sunday
B.C.'s two largest political parties traded duelling promises on seniors care, Sunday.
Politics
Oct 4, 2020
B.C. election: Advocates say Liberal plan on ‘street disorder’ criminalizes poverty
Meenakshi Mannoe with the Pivot Legal Society said Liberal leader Andrew Wilkinson's plan has taken the route of criminalizing poverty.
Oct 9, 2020
BC Liberals release platform with promise to allow ICBC competition, cut PST for a year
The BC Liberals have released a full election platform made up mainly of promises already made on the campaign trail.
Politics
Oct 13, 2020
‘Andrew Wilkinson has a lot to answer for’: Bowinn Ma calls out BC Liberal leader for sexist roast video
North Vancouver-Lonsdale candidate Bowinn Ma says Liberal leader Andrew Wilkinson must respond to questions about a sexist video that emerged on the weekend.
Politics
Oct 12, 2020
B.C. election 2020: NDP maintains big lead ahead of leaders’ debate, poll suggests
The poll found 52 per cent of decided voters say they will vote for the NDP compared to 34 per cent for the BC Liberals and 11 per cent for the BC Greens.
Politics
Oct 13, 2020
B.C. election 2020: Liberals to release platform Tuesday amid sexism controversy
The release comes before Andrew Wilkinson, Sonia Furstenau and John Horgan participate in the televised leaders' debate Tuesday evening.
Politics
Oct 13, 2020
BC Liberals, NDP trade barbs, promises to expand Richmond Hospital
The two parties attacked each other over their health care records Saturday, and both sought to claim ownership of the project.
Health
Oct 10, 2020