Economy, Law & Politics

Some Richmond councillors voiced transparency concerns.

ESK'ET, BRITISH COLUMBIA — The federal government has reached a $147-million settlement with a First Nation in British Columbia over a dispute about water rights that dates back to the late 1800s.

The province is investing $4M in the Community-based Employment Services program, in partnership with the federal government

Canadian financial institutions say they are lowering their prime lending rates to match the decrease announced by the Bank of Canada. The central bank lowered its key interest rate by a quarter percentage point Wednesday to 4.5 per cent.

Consumer Protection BC has suspended a Chilliwack funeral home's licences and issued a freeze order on remaining assets.

OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada appeared to be increasingly concerned about the risk of high interest rates slowing the economy and inflation by more than necessary as it delivered a second consecutive rate cut Wednesday.

Clients are starting to focus on financial plans beyond their 80s and 90s, according to the largest wealth management firm in Vancouver

The Bank of Canada lowered its key interest rate for the second time this year to 4.5 per cent. Here's what the decision means for the Canadian dollar. How has the decision affected the Canada-U.S.

Trade, migration and defence most likely to change should former American president succeed in winning the White House in November.

Goals and timelines for achieving environmental objectives such as reducing carbon emissions must be supported by clear and specific plans, bureau says.