Emily Joveski

Emily Joveski is the provincial news reporter for Vista Radio, based in Victoria B.C. She has worked in radio for more than a decade, and was previously on the airwaves as a broadcaster for The Canadian Press in Toronto. When she's not at her desk, she might be found exploring Vancouver Island or loitering in a local book store.
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Federal housing plans hinge on provinces, experts say

Housing Emily Joveski -
Housing experts are cautiously optimistic the latest federal budget will help make homes more affordable, but they say Ottawa will need to get the provinces on board.

What’s in the federal budget for B.C.?

Economy Emily Joveski -
B.C. political leaders are weighing in on the latest federal budget, which proposes billions in investments for forestry, mining, energy and infrastructure projects across the province.

B.C. privacy watchdog investigating Crime Stoppers after data breach of online tip system

Crime Emily Joveski -
B.C.’s privacy watchdog is investigating whether B.C. Crime Stoppers adequately protected anonymous tipsters’ personal information after a breach at its tip-platform provider.

First Nations ask court to review Ottawa’s national-interest pipeline designation

Indigenous Emily Joveski -
Several First Nations are asking a Federal Court to review Ottawa’s decision to list the proposed new oil pipeline to B.C.’s coast as a “project of national interest.”

How can the B.C. NDP win back voters after their election setback?

Politics Emily Joveski -
The B.C. NDP is promising a hard look at what went wrong after its crushing Oct. 24 election loss.

B.C.’s new time zone could cause confusion for businesses, travellers, say experts

Business Emily Joveski -
Most of British Columbia stayed on daylight saving time Sunday, completing its move to permanent daylight time, but experts warn the change may create some confusion for businesses and travellers.

Doctors, advocates fear end of safer supply under new B.C. Conservative government

Health Emily Joveski -
Harm-reduction advocates say they are bracing for a possible increase in overdose deaths and more stress on the health-care system if the incoming B.C. Conservative government follows through on its pledge to end safer supply in the province.

Ottawa designates Roberts Bank Terminal 2 expansion a project of national interest

Economy Emily Joveski -
The federal government has listed the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 expansion at the Port of Vancouver as a project of national interest.

Jennifer Whiteside tapped as B.C. NDP interim leader as party regroups after election defeat

Politics Emily Joveski -
Jennifer Whiteside has been named interim leader of the B.C. NDP.

Incoming B.C. Premier Doerkson speaks with Carney, says they are “aligned” on economic development

Politics Emily Joveski -
B.C. premier-designate Lorne Doerkson says he had a productive virtual meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday.

Youth plaintiffs testify as historic climate trial gets underway in Vancouver

Environment Emily Joveski -
Youth and experts from across Canada are testifying this week as a historic youth-led climate trial gets underway in Vancouver.

B.C. NDP to appoint new interim leader after election defeat

Politics Emily Joveski -
The B.C. NDP caucus is regrouping after a major election defeat and is expected to choose an interim leader this week.

BC Ferries replaces CEO as board launches system review

Transit Emily Joveski -
BC Ferries has replaced CEO Nicolas Jimenez as its board launches a review aimed at improving ferry services across the province.

First Nations leaders warn repeal of B.C. Declaration Act could create ‘battleground’

Indigenous Emily Joveski -
First Nations leaders are warning that repealing B.C.'s Indigenous rights legislation could undermine reconciliation and turn the province into a battleground over Indigenous rights.

B.C.’s premier-designate Doerkson outlines key priorities after major election win

Politics Emily Joveski -
B.C. Conservative Leader Lorne Doerkson is pledging party unity and outlining his government's priorities following Saturday's decisive provincial election victory.

B.C. Conservatives claim majority as Lorne Doerkson delivers election victory

2026 BC Election Emily Joveski -
Lorne Doerkson was energetic and nearly breathless as he took the stage Saturday night, after his B.C. Conservatives swept to a majority government in Saturday’s provincial general election, according to preliminary results.  
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Free public transit will be offered to active, retired military members on Remembrance Day

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BC Ferries, TransLink and BC Transit will offer free travel to eligible military members and other personnel on Remembrance Day.

Home sales down nine per cent year over year in October on Vancouver Island

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The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board recorded nine per cent fewer sales in October compared with the same month last year.

Federal housing plans hinge on provinces, experts say

Housing
Housing experts are cautiously optimistic the latest federal budget will help make homes more affordable, but they say Ottawa will need to get the provinces on board.

No public threat during Merville police incident Friday, RCMP say

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Comox Valley RCMP said an incident near Coleman Road and Hardy Road in Courtenay on Friday ended peacefully, with one person taken into custody.

Significant rain expected on Vancouver Island this week

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Environment Canada is warning of significant rainfall and strong winds across parts of the B.C. coast this week.