Government-appointed council calls for immediate actions to increase B.C.’s wild salmon population
The report released Friday the provincial government must focus on “tangible, achievable, near-term actions.” Continue reading
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B.C. government introduces sweeping changes aimed at quickly clearing highway accident scenes
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The changes allow police to clear an accident before writing a report for crashes with less than $10,000 in damage. Continue reading
‘Insulting’: Alliance of B.C. Students spokesperson on Wilkinson’s student loans comments
Alliance of B.C. Students chairperson Noah Berson called the notion that students don’t have the foresight to take care of their finances “insulting.” Continue reading
BC Liberal Leader Andrew Wilkinson accused of being ‘out of touch’ over comments about renters
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
Wilkinson said the point he was trying to make is that more needs to be done to address the shortage of rental units in the province. Continue reading
Few incentives in spending-heavy B.C. budget, global downturn worries business leaders
Businesses credit the government for the budget initiatives that support families and environment programs, but add it should not take business for granted in a darkening economy. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: ‘Stand pat’ budget means no early election call in B.C.
By Keith Baldrey Legislative Bureau Chief
Tuesday’s provincial budget signals the NDP is in no rush to test the electorate, and the party appears set to govern until the next scheduled election in October of 2021. Continue reading
B.C. government launching new school-based mental-health programs
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The provincial government announced funding for new school-based mental-health programs focused on prevention, wellness promotion and early intervention. Continue reading
Top B.C. political newsmakers of 2018
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
This past year had a number of memorable characters play crucial roles in the province’s biggest stories. Here are the 2018 newsmakers of the year. Continue reading
B.C. announces more winter shelters for homeless
Ministry of Municipal Housing and Affairs confirms winter shelters, housing solutions for 10 communities. Continue reading
Delay on George Massey Tunnel project directly impacting Richmond businesses
By Erin Ubels News Anchor
The plans for the George Massey Tunnel are going back to the drawing board and there are mixed feelings. Continue reading