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Higher, lower or hold? Bank of Canada says direction for key rate is up in the air
OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada held its benchmark interest rate steady for a fourth…
Governor General visits Tumbler Ridge, B.C., to show support as the community grieves
Gov. Gen. Mary Simon says returning to Tumbler Ridge, B.C., months after the tragic mass…
Armstrong fast food manager convicted of having sex with teen loses appeal
The key issue was whether he was in a position of authority or not.
BC teacher reprimanded after shouting at students for using sexist language
"Do you think women are weak? Women can be stronger than men.”
Defying protocol, Trump relays details of private conversation with King Charles III
LONDON (AP) — In the world of diplomatic faux pas, it could have been a…
Kelowna mom lied after giving son candy contaminated with meth
The 6-year-old began hallucinating.
Fires, drought and water woes to begin B.C.’s wildfire season
VANCOUVER — A cluster of wildfires are burning in British Columbia, many of them on…
King Charles III highlights US-UK bond during busy day of diplomacy with Trump and Congress
WASHINGTON (AP) — King Charles III marked the 250th anniversary of American independence from Britain…
TRENDING NOW: When kittens attack
Kittens seem furry and cute, until they're hungry.
Disabled Kelowna tenant faces homelessness after tenancy branch sides with landlord
“All I've been trying to do is assert my rights as a tenant.”
Liberals target affordability to meet era of uncertainty in spring fiscal update
OTTAWA — The federal Liberals say they’re putting the windfall from an unexpected boost in…
iN NUMBERS: Who do voters want the BC Conservatives to be?
BC Conservatives are picking a new leader who will set the direction for the party.
Bailey’s Law, named for Kelowna domestic violence victim, step closer to passing
“This bill will better protect victims, hold repeat offenders accountable, and strengthen our justice system’s response to intimate partner violence."
Feds need to bring in social media and AI protections for kids, B.C. AG Sharma says
VICTORIA — British Columbia’s attorney general says if the federal government doesn’t bring in protections…
John Garrett, former NHL goaltender and longtime Canucks broadcaster, dead at 74
VANCOUVER — John Garrett, a fixture on Vancouver Canucks broadcasts for more than two decades…
Salmon Arm man charged in several Kelowna business break-ins
The thief was released from custody only to break-in to several other businesses a few days later.
‘First look’ at plan to replace RCMP in Kamloops has council exercising caution
BC cities with municipal police departments have lower crime rates than the average RCMP-served community, but it comes at a higher cost.
Prime Minister Mark Carney promises ‘good news’ in spring economic update
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney says the Liberals are “good fiscal managers” — and…
What’s the deal with all the ticks this year in Okanagan, Kamloops
Hint: It has to do with the mild winter.
Poll suggests Canadians want Carney government focused on affordability in next year
OTTAWA — A new poll from the Angus Reid Institute suggests Canadians are giving Prime…
TRENDING NOW: Funniest waffle maker, ever
This isn't your average waffle maker.
Major League Soccer evaluating all options for Vancouver Whitecaps: spokesman
VANCOUVER — A spokesman for Major League Soccer says the organization “will evaluate all options”…
Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump in White House correspondents’ dinner shooting
WASHINGTON (AP) — The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents’…
Why a complaint that trans women were in BC women’s transitional housing was tossed
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The woman argued the Salvation Army was obliged to provide her housing and services for cis women only.