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Rob Shaw: Rustad's cadaverous debate performance may be enough to stall surging Conservatives

Rob Shaw: Rustad's cadaverous debate performance may be enough to stall surging Conservatives

BC Conservative leader needed a standout moment, but delivered monotone responses that failed to counter NDP attacks
Les Leyne: Three leaders now wait to see if debate was a game-changer

Les Leyne: Three leaders now wait to see if debate was a game-changer

The leaders of B.C.’s main political parties David Eby, Sonia Furstenau and John Rustad participated in a televised debate on Tuesday night.
Opinion: Allvin’s roster revamp, Tocchet’s toughness raise hopes for Canucks

Opinion: Allvin’s roster revamp, Tocchet’s toughness raise hopes for Canucks

Smart spending and disciplined coaching give Vancouver a fighting chance as the 2024-25 season opens
B.C. voters want health-care overhaul but are wary of privatization, survey reveals

B.C. voters want health-care overhaul but are wary of privatization, survey reveals

Housing and poverty still top concerns, but voters remain split on health-care reform and private care expansion
Les Leyne: B.C. Conservatives and B.C. NDP not that far apart on law and order

Les Leyne: B.C. Conservatives and B.C. NDP not that far apart on law and order

NDP Leader David Eby has been pressured into taking progressively tougher positions on the issues over the past few years.
Opinion: What do B.C. voters want from this election? Much-needed tax relief

Opinion: What do B.C. voters want from this election? Much-needed tax relief

Cutting fees, costs and government waste would help ease the financial burden faced by many British Columbians
Rob Shaw: The BC NDP should withdraw their court challenge of Elections BC

Rob Shaw: The BC NDP should withdraw their court challenge of Elections BC

At issue is how the BC Conservatives will appear on the ballot, but at this late stage, why not trust the decision of a non-partisan organization?
Opinion: B.C. election housing platforms share a common thread—using public funds to address affordability

Opinion: B.C. election housing platforms share a common thread—using public funds to address affordability

BC NDP and BC Conservative election promises commit significant public money to address housing costs at scale
Opinion: Canadian businesses are in debt distress with many facing delinquency

Opinion: Canadian businesses are in debt distress with many facing delinquency

Rising interest rates, inflation, and natural disasters create a perfect storm for Canadian businesses
Rob Shaw: The BC NDP is missing the mark on connecting with voters

Rob Shaw: The BC NDP is missing the mark on connecting with voters

Tackling complex issues is a harder social media sell than trashing paper straws