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Cowichan Valley food bank says months-long bus strike creating hardship for low-income residents
Five months into a job action that has brought public transit in the Cowichan Valley to a halt, frustration and anxiety are mounting. Locals say it’s made getting to work and appointments, as well as accessing food, more difficult.
Disability tax credits are critical for some Canadians. But applying for them can cost thousands
As Canada launches its new disability benefit payments in July, medical and disability experts are raising alarms over barriers to obtaining the main eligibility requirement, the disability tax credit. Former clients say companies are charging them thousands of dollars for help with their applications — unaware free alternatives exist.
Deaf and hard of hearing students bond through beach games in annual event
Finding community can be hard for deaf and hard of hearing students in classrooms — but an annual beach day in Greater Victoria provides a place to build friendships and a support network.
People with disabilities face barriers to navigating B.C. Legislature, say politicians and advocates
Historic buildings in Canada face logistical and cost challenges to becoming accessible to people with disabilities, including the B.C. Legislature. And advocates, along with current and former MLAs, say there's more B.C. should be doing.
First Nations 'unified' against bills pushed by B.C. NDP, citing overreach and inadequate consultation
Premier David Eby is not backing down from two controversial laws that will fast-track infrastructure projects and clean energy projects across BC, despite a tense meeting with First Nations leaders Thursday, where he was urged to "kill" the bills.
Seafood producers doubtful B.C. trade mission will lessen immediate toll of China's tariffs
B.C. Premier David Eby will lead a trade mission to Japan, South Korea, and Malaysia next month amid U.S. and Chinese tariffs.
North Cowichan mayor raises concerns about pedestrian safety in wake of teen's death
North Cowichan Mayor Rob Douglas says he's frustrated the province is not following through on its promise to build a pedestrian bridge over the Trans Canada highway through his community.
Experts, politicians divided on how to get B.C. back on track for climate goals
B.C.’s energy minister says the province's call for power is a “significant” step for clean energy and for climate goals. But critics say the province can't expect to achieve them while continuing to pursue new LNG projects.
Oak Bay tenant calls for provincial, municipal tenant support following 'renoviction'
A two-year tenancy branch battle ended in eviction for a group of Oak Bay renters last month, after their landlord successfully argued he needed the building emptied to perform renovations. Now, one of those tenants is speaking up and calling for better tenant supports.
Little progress on Police Act reforms 3 years in, critics say
Three years after an all-party report gave provincial leaders recommendations to transform policing in British Columbia, critics say progress has stalled, with many critical steps yet to be taken.