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B.C. Green Party votes in climate activist Emily Lowan as new leader
VICTORIA — Little more than five years ago, Emily Lowan ran and won a spot…
Quebec government bans gender-neutral pronouns in official state documents
MONTREAL — The Quebec government is banning the use of recently invented gender-neutral words in…
Voters in Seychelles worry about a drug crisis, environmental challenges and sovereignty issues
VICTORIA, Seychelles (AP) — A drug crisis, environmental challenges and questions about sovereignty are among…
B.C. government scientists at Ministry of Resources expand strike action
VICTORIA — Scientists working at British Columbia’s Ministry of Water, Land and Resources are expanding…
Canada won’t split its submarine contract between suppliers: Carney
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday that Canada won’t split its submarine contract…
Southern China closes schools and cancels flights as Super Typhoon Ragasa nears
HONG KONG (AP) — Southern Chinese cities scaled back many aspects of daily life Tuesday…
Finance minister Bailey says current plans to cut the deficit “won’t bend the curve”
VICTORIA — B.C. Finance Minister Brenda Bailey says government’s plan to find $1.5 billion in…
B.C. Conservative Leader Rustad wins leadership vote, then kicks out Sturko
VICTORIA — British Columbia Conservative Leader John Rustad said he decided to kick out high-profile…
B.C. public service workers expand picket locations again in bid to restart talks
BURNABY — Striking British Columbia public service workers have furthered job action, with the union…
UBCM leaders call on B.C. to fill housing gaps that led to increased homelessness
VICTORIA — Municipal leaders in British Columbia are calling on the provincial government to fill…
Two-time MVP Steve Nash joins Phoenix Suns as senior adviser
PHOENIX (AP) — Former Phoenix Suns star Steve Nash is joining the franchise as a…
CFL under fire for new changes, some fans say it makes the game more American
The CFL has come under some fire by one of its more notable names. The…
Health minister Osborne says B.C. recruited more than 140 health U.S. care staff
VICTORIA — British Columbia Health Minister Josie Osborne says the province is “doing very well”…
B.C. public workers’ strike expands to liquor, cannabis distribution warehouses
DELTA — Liquor and cannabis warehouses in British Columbia are now behind picket lines as…
Canadian forward Sophie de Goede nominated for Women’s World Rugby Player of the Year
Canadian forward Sophie de Goede, who has been an impact player at the Women’s World…
Michael Kim wins French Open for first title in 7 years. LPGA Tour washed out in Arkansas
PARIS (AP) — Michael Kim holed a 15-foot par putt on the last hole for…
WHL roundup: Dean, O’Neil lead Oil Kings to 4-1 win over Rebels
EDMONTON — Dylan Dean and Andrew O’Neil each had a goal and assist as the…
Photos showcase individuality alongside performance at the world athletics championships in Tokyo
TOKYO (AP) — Amid the power and speed of the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo,…
Carney’s pledge to trim public service through attrition is ‘misleading’: union
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney’s promise to cut the public service through attrition is…
Lions roar in Calgary, Nathan Rourke uses legs and arm in 52-23 win over Stampeders
CALGARY — B.C. Lions quarterback Nathan Rourke’s legs were as lethal as his arm Friday…
WHL roundup: Brown scores twice, Warriors down Wheat Kings 6-4
BRANDON — Casey Brown scored twice as the Moose Jaw Warriors topped the Brandon Wheat…
Trump wraps up UK state visit with gratitude for his hosts while largely sidestepping tough issues
AYLESBURY, England (AP) — President Donald Trump said Thursday that he was “tremendously thankful” for…
The top photos of the day by AP’s photojournalists
From front-page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today’s top…
Victoria radio host Al Ferraby charged with two counts of child luring
VICTORIA — A longtime morning radio host in Greater Victoria, who is also well known…