Economy, Law & Politics

B.C. legislature loses bid to thwart union organizing in legislative assembly

The B.C. Supreme Court rejected a petition that sought to overturn a Labour Relations Board decision

Sep 26, 2023 1:22 PM Read more >

Quest University sale details redacted from newly disclosed agreements

Significant information regarding Capilano University’s acquisition of the troubled Squamish school were censored from records disclosed under freedom of information law

Sep 26, 2023 1:16 PM Read more >

After briefing on intel, Singh says 'clear evidence' India involved in B.C. killing

Burnaby MLA received briefing days after prime minister told the House of Commons about 'credible allegations' against India

Sep 26, 2023 12:15 PM Read more >

Judge accepts proposals on tug boat sinking that killed Delta man in northern B.C.

According to a joint proposal by Crown and defence, instead of paying fines to Worksafe BC, money totalling $310,000 will be paid towards marine safety programs

Sep 26, 2023 8:25 AM Read more >

Richmond MP addresses safety concerns amid Canada-India tensions

The killing of a Sikh leader in Surrey has sparked tensions between Canada and India

Sep 26, 2023 8:05 AM Read more >

Single B.C. legal regulator legislation delayed to spring 2024

A new, single regulator for legal service providers would be in line with regulatory changes to other professions in B.C. over the past three years; but lawyers have voiced concerns about independence from government

Sep 26, 2023 5:00 AM Read more >

B.C. premier in Ottawa to discuss wildfires, infrastructure, clean energy

Eby's visit comes as British Columbia nears the end of a record-breaking wildfire season

Sep 25, 2023 3:45 PM Read more >

Report finds long-term facilities' profit outpacing staff, care costs in B.C.

Profits up 113% over five years among 181 facilities examined

Sep 25, 2023 3:00 PM Read more >

B.C. allows cannabis producers to give samples to retailers

Legal change takes effect immediately, comes in time for a Victoria conference in October

Sep 25, 2023 2:00 PM Read more >

Knowing where your money is going proves crucial to supporting Indigenous businesses

'So many of us are grounded in the community even when we're confined within capitalism.'

Sep 25, 2023 10:45 AM Read more >