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Police in Surrey, B.C., denied request to delay next step in transition plan: chief
SURREY — The chief of the Surrey Police Service says his force, which has been…
Jobs Minister Ravi Kahlon says federal strategy gets “two thumbs up” from B.C.
VICTORIA — British Columbia Jobs Minister Ravi Kahlon says he will be meeting with federal…
Bhangu makes 11 running for the leadership of the B.C. Conservative Party
LANGLEY — Harman Bhangu, the member of the legislature for Langley-Abbotsford, has announced he’s running…
B.C. paramedics vote for strike action, need essential services agreement first
RICHMOND — The union representing British Columbia paramedics and emergency dispatchers says its members have…
B.C. First Nation says there may never be ‘full consensus’ on potential burial site
KAMLOOPS — The British Columbia First Nation that announced the discovery of 215 potential unmarked…
Misinformation experts warn of dire consequences in online hunt for blame
Disinformation experts say while it’s human nature to seek out more information after a tragedy,…
A B.C. budget few like, with job cuts, higher taxes and increased debt and deficit
VICTORIA — No wonder British Columbia Finance Minister Brenda Bailey thought she was going to…
B.C. budget delays care homes, hospital and cancer facility, student housing
VICTORIA — British Columbia’s budget is hurting the young, the old and cancer patients alike…
Here’s what people are saying about B.C.’s 2026 budget
VICTORIA — Here’s what people are saying about the 2026 British Columbia budget, which delivers…
By the numbers as British Columbia releases its 2026 budget
VICTORIA — Here are some of the key figures in British Columbia’s 2026 budget, delivered…
Tax hike, record deficit and public sector cuts among B.C. budget highlights
VICTORIA — Here are some highlights from British Columbia’s 2026 budget, which Finance Minister Brenda…
B.C. man sentenced to life in prison for killing ex-partner, says IHIT
BURNABY — A British Columbia man convicted of killing his girlfriend has been sentenced to…
Amazon violated labour code with selective pay increase to B.C. workers, board finds
The B.C. Labour Relations Board has found online retail giant Amazon violated the province’s labour…
B.C. police watchdog to determine whether to investigate Tumbler Ridge shooting
British Columbia’s police watchdog is taking steps to determine if it will launch an investigation…
As portables arrive in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., expert says feeling safe a priority
The co-founder of a group that supports victims and their families after mass shootings says…
Canada’s provinces contend with fresh shocks ahead of 2026 budget season
OTTAWA — The outlook for Canada’s provinces is difficult to chart but some surprising resilience…
Portable classrooms for Tumbler Ridge, B.C., as shooting victim is remembered
The British Columbia government says portable facilities are arriving in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., to allow…
Youth charged in shooting that sent 15-year-old to hospital in Nanaimo, B.C.
NANAIMO — Police on Vancouver Island say a 17-year-old boy has been charged after a…
Environment Canada warns of snow and cold for parts of B.C.
VANCOUVER — Winter storm and snowfall warnings have been posted for some areas of B.C.…
B.C. budget eyes staffing but finance minister says no big service cuts or tax hikes
The British Columbia government won’t be making big service cuts or raising taxes in the…
Former Conservative leader John Rustad decides against running for his old job
VICTORIA — Former B.C. Conservative leader John Rustad has announced he will not be entering…
Tumbler Ridge, B.C., teacher says he knew school staff would protect students
TUMBLER RIDGE — A teacher who helped to protect his students at Tumbler Ridge Secondary…
What is B.C.’s Mental Health Act and why is it relevant to Tumbler Ridge shooting?
Police have said the teenage shooter who killed eight people and herself in Tumbler Ridge,…
A timeline of how the Tumbler Ridge shootings unfolded
The following timeline of Tuesday’s shootings in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., is based on information provided…