Why B.C. election could serve as a ‘trial run’ for next federal campaign

Why B.C. election could serve as a ‘trial run’ for next federal campaign

The B.C. election is officially underway, and the results will have implications for politics in Ottawa regardless of who wins, political analysts say. The B.C. NDP government is running a tight race for re-election against the surging Conservative Party of B.C., which has become its chief rival after the official Opposition BC United — formerly … Read more

B.C. hydrogen plants to create hundreds of jobs, cut emissions: Eby

B.C. hydrogen plants to create hundreds of jobs, cut emissions: Eby

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted May 24, 2024 4:05 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The British Columbia government says a $900-million project to create a network of hydrogen production plants and refuelling stations will create nearly 300 jobs and cut greenhouse gas emissions in the province. The … Read more

How much will 2026 World Cup cost B.C.? Unknown budget back in the spotlight

How much will 2026 World Cup cost B.C.? Unknown budget back in the spotlight

How much will British Columbia actually need to spend to host the upcoming FIFA 2026 World Cup? The answer remains unknown, something the Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) says is “unacceptable.” Vancouver is one of two Canadian cities among 16 in North America that will host the soccer championship from June 11 to July 19, 2026. … Read more

B.C. planning changes to honour 12-year-old sextortion victim: Eby

B.C. planning changes to honour 12-year-old sextortion victim: Eby

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted December 21, 2023 6:17 pm Updated December 21, 2023 6:19 pm Descrease article font size Increase article font size Premier David Eby says an emotional conversation with the father of a 12-year-old British Columbia boy who killed himself after falling prey to online sextortion has prompted him to push … Read more