Economy, Law & Politics

VANCOUVER — Grain terminal workers picked a "high leverage moment" to go on strike in Metro Vancouver as farmers in Western Canada have an abundance of product to move for export, a food economics and supply chain expert says.

OTTAWA — The federal Liberals are creating a new agency to beef up Canada's ability to handle rapidly spreading infectious diseases and protect from future pandemics.

U.S. rate cuts, higher oil prices and Chinese government stimulus measures may be impacting the loonie

British Columbians call for urgent action to address safety concerns and a change in the government's approach

On the day British Columbia Conservative Party Leader John Rustad unveiled a major election campaign promise to help renters and homeowners squeezed by high housing costs, a video surfaced showing him saying he regrets getting the "so-called vaccine"

Canada's grain farmers say a strike at Metro Vancouver terminals would cripple crop exports if it were allowed to take place.

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index posted a small gain on Monday, helped higher by energy and base metal stocks, while U.S. markets also eked out gains, with the Dow and the S&P 500 adding to recent new record highs.

David Screech doesn't mince words when asked about street disorder and crime around his business in downtown Victoria.

Stimulating economic growth trumps balancing the provincial budget as industry grapples with investment and permitting challenges