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B.C. premier says U.S. tariff could hit harder than 2008 recession, backs pandemic-style relief
Premier David Eby says protecting British Columbians from the potential impact of U.S. tariffs will be taken as seriously as the relief response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
U.S. tariff threat adds urgency for B.C.'s energy independence, minister says
The comments come as B.C. moves forward with new wind power projects across the province.
B.C. Supreme Court certifies Canada-wide class-action lawsuit against opioid makers
Attorney General Niki Sharma says B.C. can now proceed as a representative plaintiff on behalf of other Canadian governments with litigation aimed at recovering the costs of treating opioid-related diseases allegedly caused by the industry's conduct.
B.C. premier says U.S. tariffs would be 'devastating' for forest industry
A 25-per-cent U.S. tariff on Canadian goods would be "devastating" for the province's lumber and forestry industries, British Columbia Premier David Eby said Wednesday ahead of a meeting with fellow premiers and the prime minister.
Amid big-box stores and industrial zones, salmon are returning to Metro Vancouver streams
While it's doubtful that salmon will recover to their original numbers in Metro Vancouver streams, those involved in habitat restoration work say it has a host of side benefits, from boosting flooding resilience to inspiring community connection and stewardship.
Site of massive B.C. river landslide remains unstable, effects on salmon not yet clear
A statement from the Tsilhqot'in National Government, which is part of a salmon task force along with the federal and provincial governments, says there is still "significant material" that could shift and result in future blockages.
B.C. youth arrested after alleged school shooting threat: police
Police say a youth has been arrested after a report of online threats against a school in the Metro Vancouver community of Richmond, B.C.
1 person remains missing following B.C. mudslide, record rainfall
Police in Coquitlam, B.C., say first responders continue to search for a person whose home was washed away in a mudslide triggered by torrential rain across British Columbia's South Coast this weekend.
What are B.C. parties' policies for easing the housing crisis?
British Columbia voters face no shortage of policies when it comes to tackling the province's housing woes in the run-up to Saturday's election, with clear choices for the next government's approach.
Sikh groups in B.C. call for Indian consulates to be shut down
The calls come after the Canadian government expelled six Indian diplomats, including the high commissioner, and the RCMP announced on Monday it had evidence of their alleged involvement in crimes including homicide and extortion targeting the so-called Khalistan independence movement.