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Five MLAs readmitted to B.C. Conservative caucus by new interim leader

Politics Emily Joveski -
B.C. Conservative interim leader Lorne Doerkson has welcomed five former caucus members back to the party.

B.C. legislators close out spring session with DRIPA questions still unresolved

Politics Emily Joveski -
The British Columbia legislature wrapped up its spring session Thursday with the NDP government facing criticism over its shifting approach to Indigenous rights legislation, a record deficit and pipeline tensions with Alberta.

B.C. NDP approval slides amid backlash over DRIPA, says new poll

Politics Emily Joveski -
An Angus Reid poll suggests the B.C. Conservatives have opened a double-digit lead over the governing NDP, as Premier David Eby’s approval rating drops amid controversy over Indigenous rights legislation.

Senior B.C. officials push back on claims that a minister is under investigation for collaboration with China

Politics Emily Joveski -
Premier David Eby said he has never been briefed on any investigation into a B.C. cabinet minister, rejecting claims by former Vancouver mayor Kennedy Stewart about alleged foreign interference.

B.C. calls for more support as softwood lumber left out of new federal tariff relief

Economy Emily Joveski -
Premier David Eby expressed frustration Monday that the federal government’s latest tariff-relief measures do not include support for the softwood lumber industry.

Eby backs off changes to DRIPA this legislative session

Indigenous Emily Joveski -
Premier David Eby said he was wrong to push changes to British Columbia’s Indigenous rights law this spring, as his government backs away from proposed legislation after reaching a new agreement with First Nations leaders.

Eby backs down on confidence vote tied to DRIPA bill

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The NDP government is retreating from a plan for a confidence motion on a bill to suspend parts of British Columbia’s landmark reconciliation law.

B.C. government proposes temporary suspension of parts of DRIPA

Politics Emily Joveski -
Premier David Eby says British Columbia plans to temporarily suspend parts of its Indigenous rights law following backlash from First Nations leaders over proposed changes.

MLA Hon Chan says he doesn’t plan to resign as he faces assault charges

Politics Emily Joveski -
Richmond Centre MLA Hon Chan said he has no immediate plans to resign after being charged with offences related to intimate partner violence.

MLA Hon Chan removed from B.C. Conservatives after domestic violence allegations

Politics Emily Joveski -
The B.C. Conservatives said they have removed Richmond Centre MLA Hon Chan from caucus after learning about domestic violence allegations against him.

Musqueam agreement won’t impact private property in B.C., Ottawa says

Provincial Emily Joveski -
The Musqueam Indian Band and federal officials say a recent rights recognition agreement covering parts of the Vancouver area does not affect private property rights.

B.C. Conservatives announce rules, dates for leadership race

Provincial Emily Joveski -
The B.C. Conservatives say it will announce a new leader on May 30. The party's leadership election organizing committee released the rules for the contest on Friday. The post B.C. Conservatives announce rules, dates for leadership race appeared first on AM 1150.

Peter Milobar, Caroline Elliott confirm bid for B.C. Conservative leadership

Provincial Emily Joveski -
Kamloops-Centre MLA Peter Milobar has joined the race to lead the B.C. Conservative Party, becoming the latest in a growing field of candidates vying to steer the party into the next provincial election. The post Peter Milobar, Caroline Elliott confirm bid for B.C. Conservative leadership appeared first on AM 1150.

Former Liberal minister announces bid for B.C. Conservative leadership

Provincial Emily Joveski -
Former B.C. Liberal cabinet minister Iain Black says he plans to run in the B.C. Conservative leadership race. The post Former Liberal minister announces bid for B.C. Conservative leadership appeared first on AM 1150.

Yuri Fulmer launches bid for B.C. Conservative leadership

Provincial Emily Joveski -
Vancouver-based businessman Yuri Fulmer said he’s running for the leadership of the B.C. Conservatives. The post Yuri Fulmer launches bid for B.C. Conservative leadership appeared first on AM 1150.

B.C. Conservatives announce committee to organize leadership race

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The Conservative Party of British Columbia has formed a committee to oversee its leadership race. The post B.C. Conservatives announce committee to organize leadership race appeared first on AM 1150.
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