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Next BC NDP leader faces ‘reputational challenge’ of deficit blowout: Horgan adviser
A former adviser to John Horgan says the next leader of the BC NDP will…
In the news today: West Bank import ban, Bank of Canada rate hike, MAID backlash
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Workers at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver ratify new contract with better wages, benefits
VANCOUVER — A union representing hundreds of workers at a historic hotel in Vancouver says…
Rourke, Oliveira and Philpot named as finalists for CFL’s top Canadian award
TORONTO — B.C. Lions quarterback Nathan Rourke is in the running to defend his CFL…
Vancouver pedestrian dead after being hit by SUV during heavy rain
VANCOUVER — A pedestrian has been killed in a crash over the weekend in Vancouver…
Russia committed war crimes in Ukraine by attacking its energy grid, UN-backed inquiry says
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Russia committed war crimes and crimes against humanity in Ukraine by…
One person unaccounted for after massive fire destroys former hotel in Victoria
VICTORIA — Police in Victoria say one person is unaccounted for after a major fire…
Leylah Fernandez climbs seven spots to No. 23 in latest WTA rankings
Canada’s Leylah Fernandez jumped seven spots to No. 23 in the latest WTA rankings released…
Australian judge rejects prisoner’s human rights challenge to Vegemite ban
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — A prisoner on Monday lost his challenge to an Australian state’s…
Delegations meet in Iran with Mideast region on edge over potential for renewed fighting
CAIRO (AP) — High-level delegations from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey were in Tehran on…
Sarault shines, mixed relay team finishes fourth in 2,000M at Short Track World Tour
VANCOUVER — Canada’s mixed relay team came up just short of a podium finish on…
B.C. election latest: Conservatives win majority in election, Eby resigns as leader
VANCOUVER — The British Columbia Conservative Party has won a majority government after NDP Leader…
CP NewsAlert: BC Green Leader Emily Lowan wins bid for riding on Vancouver Island
BRENTWOOD BAY — The Canadian Press decision desk is projecting victory for BC Greens Leader…
Victoria firefighters met with ‘extremely challenging conditions’ battling hotel fire
VICTORIA — The City of Victoria says fire crews were met with “extremely challenging conditions”…
Scores and schedule for Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
Thursday’s Games (All times Eastern) NHL Detroit 5, Vancouver 2 San Jose 6, Ottawa 2…
Singapore firm set to buy shut Yukon mine for $140M, promises $1.4B in investment
VANCOUVER — The Eagle Gold mine once accounted for between five and seven per cent…
Why has B.C.’s snap election caught both main parties unprepared?
When a snap election is called, at least one side would normally be prepared. But…
Canada Post CEO touts ‘early signs’ of recovery even as financial woes persist
Canada Post has begun to show “early signs” of financial recovery, its CEO says, as…
A second female lawmaker in Australia is threatened days after alleged car attack
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — A man was charged on Thursday with threatening an Australian lawmaker’s…
Triathlon Canada names Rachel Macatee CEO after eight months in interim role
VICTORIA — Rachel Macatee has been named chief executive officer of Triathlon Canada after serving…
Democrats’ faith in election results is falling but still exceeds Republicans’, AP-NORC poll finds
WASHINGTON (AP) — Daemien Williams used to trust U.S. election results, but not anymore. The…
Driver accused of intentionally driving into Australian lawmaker was not a known threat, police say
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — A driver accused of intentionally causing serious injury to Australian federal…
UK to send jets to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks, and other Mideast news
Britain says it will expand its military support to defend Saudi Arabia against attacks by…
Hall of Famer Steve Nash believes Toronto Raptors could be dangerous this season
Legendary Canadian basketball player Steve Nash is feeling bullish on the Toronto Raptors this season.…