Environmental groups and coastal First Nations say a major economic agreement announced this week between British Columbia and the federal government protects the North Coast tanker ban, but leaves new concerns about a possible southern oil pipeline route.
Coastal First Nations said they had a positive meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday, even as the group remains opposed to any moves that would allow oil tankers off British Columbia’s north coast.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney will be in Prince Rupert on Tuesday for a meeting with Coastal First Nations.
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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.
De Havilland Canada has reached an agreement with the federal government and Export Development Canada (EDC) for up to $2.5 billion in financing to double production capacity for its Canadair 515 waterbombers.
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.