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B.C. premier backs COVID-19 health restrictions, will not bend to horn honking
VICTORIA – Premier John Horgan says British Columbia won’t be pressured by “honking horns” to…
‘Procedural fairness’ raised in B.C. extradition case over murder: Court
VANCOUVER – A panel of judges in British Columbia’s Court of Appeal says important questions…
No new COVID-19 deaths, but there are 986 people in B.C.’s hospitals
VICTORIA – British Columbia health officials reported 24,372 active cases of COVID-19 in the province,…
B.C. government rejects proposal for gold and copper mine for third time
VICTORIA – The British Columbia government says a proposed copper and gold mine on a…
British Columbia’s death toll from COVID-19 surpasses 2,700
VICTORIA – British Columbia has recorded 32 deaths related to COVID-19 over the last three…
Governments announce $228-million agriculture recovery fund after B.C. floods
VICTORIA – Agricultural producers affected by devastating flooding in British Columbia last November can apply…
New B.C. Liberal leader plans to run for legislature seat in Vancouver riding
VICTORIA – The new leader of the B.C. Liberal party said Monday his predecessor is…
B.C. expected to have more than 1 million job openings in the next decade
VICTORIA – The latest labour market outlook for British Columbia shows nearly 80 per cent…
Cummins signs deal to buy Westport’s stake in natural gas engines joint venture
VANCOUVER – Cummins Inc. has signed a deal with Westport Fuel Systems Inc. to buy…
Pandemic highlights problems in access to mental health, psychological services
VANCOUVER – As a registered psychologist who specializes in stress and anxiety, Dr. Melanie Badali…
Three avalanches near Pemberton Saturday leave one dead, RCMP say
VANCOUVER – One person has died and several others were injured after three avalanches near…
Falcon heads to Victoria pledging B.C. Liberal rebuild, looks for seat in legislature
VANCOUVER – The new leader of the British Columbia Liberals says he’s on his way…
Queen balances personal with symbolic, creating an unmatched legacy in Canada
VANCOUVER – The Queen has adapted to the expansion of liberal democracies while respecting ancient…
Researchers race to study probiotic before white-nose syndrome spreads to B.C. bats
VANCOUVER – Researchers say a deadly fungus that has nearly wiped out a North American…
Former cabinet minister Kevin Falcon wins B.C. Liberal leadership race on 5th ballot
VANCOUVER – Former cabinet minister Kevin Falcon who promised to renew and rebuild British Columbia’s…
Interfor caps off blockbuster year on a sour note as fourth-quarter profit plunges
BURNABY, B.C. – Interfor Corp. is reporting a near tripling in profits last year despite…
Judge to decide on petition over B.C. Liberal leadership vote
VANCOUVER – A judge was expected to deliver her decision today on a petition that…
Brain injury endemic among homeless populations: Vancouver research
VANCOUVER – Traumatic brain injury is so common among the homeless that prevention should be…
Cities in British Columbia prepare for trucker convoy protests
VICTORIA – British Columbia’s public safety minister says Victoria residents should plan for a potential…
Judge to decide Saturday on petition over B.C. Liberal leadership vote
VANCOUVER – A judge has reserved her decision on a last-minute petition that asks the…
B.C. reports 946 patients in hospital, 19 more deaths due to COVID
VICTORIA – Health officials in British Columbia say 19 more people have died due to…
Unions reach pattern contract with Canfor paying 8% wage increase, signing bonus
PRINCE GEORGE, B.C. – Two of Canada’s largest pulp and paper unions say Canfor employees…
Voting underway in B.C. Liberal leadership contest as party faces court challenge
VANCOUVER – Voting to elect the next leader of British Columbia’s Liberals is underway as…
B.C. First Nations plan to appeal Nechako River ruling to restore natural flows
VANCOUVER – Two First Nations say they will appeal parts of a British Columbia Supreme…