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“I’m not going anywhere,” says B.C. Conservative leader amid party turmoil

B.C. Conservative Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay said she has no plans to step aside after reports that members of her caucus had asked her to do so.

Restore BC to its former glory, BC Conservative leader 

The BC Conservatives say they’re looking to fix housing, affordability, healthcare and crime, but they need support to do...

NDP leader outlines platform for Island residents 

Leader David Eby sat with candidates from all the ridings yesterday at Beban Park as he outlined their priorities...

Liberals Shut Down MP’s Right to Housing Bill

Rachel Blaney’s bid to have housing declared a right has been defeated. The Liberal party has voted against the North...

Johns Criticizes Feds on Oceans Protection

The NDP Member of Parliament for Courtenay-Alberni says the federal government needs to establish a national strategy to combat...

Have Your Say on Recreational Pot Regulations

There’s still time to have your say on how British Columbia should regulate the use of non-medical cannabis when...

NDP Announces Referendum on Electoral Reform

There’s going to be a referendum on electoral reform in British Columbia. The provincial NDP government has introduced legislation that...

Johns Excited to Work Alongside New Federal NDP Leader

Jagmeet Singh is the new leader of the Federal NDP. Courtenay-Alberni Member of Parliament Gord Johns says Singh's anointment...

New Legislation Aims to Toughen Rules Around Lobbying

The Province is updating legislation to make sure individuals who worked for the government cannot sell their insider-knowledge. Attorney...

Horgan sworn in as Premier, cabinet unveiled

John Horgan is now Premier of British Columbia. Horgan took the oath of office Tuesday afternoon and unveiled his new...

Courtenay-Comox MLA ready to get to work

The MLA for Courtenay-Comox says it's an exciting time in politics for British Columbians. Ronna-Rae Leonard says she's looking forward...

BC government lays out agenda

BC's Liberal government says its goal is to find a balance between the economy, social programs and the environment....

MLAs back in Victoria on Thursday

The BC Coast MLA is eager to roll up his sleeves and get to work. Members of the Legislative...

Trevena says BC NDP-Greens deal is positive for all British Columbians

The MLA-elect for the North Island says the deal between the BC Green and BC NDP caucuses is an...

Christy Clark will recall the legislature

Christy Clark will be staying on as the Premier, at least for now. Despite the BC Greens announcing their...

BC NDP and Greens announce partnership agreement details

The BC Greens and BC New Democratic Party caucuses have ratified one of the most historic agreements in the...
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Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.

B.C. Conservatives drop Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate over racist social media posts

The B.C. Conservatives have dropped their Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate after racist social media posts and comments appearing to support violence surfaced.