Economy, Law & Politics

Lytton issues first building permit for single-family home rebuild following devastating 2021 fire

Lytton residents rallied earlier this month to protest delays hampering rebuilding efforts in the community

Oct 31, 2023 1:00 PM Read more >

'Absolutely not': No more carve-outs when it comes to carbon pricing, Trudeau says

Both Conservative and NDP leaders are accusing prime minister of regional favouritism to save his political skin

Oct 31, 2023 12:45 PM Read more >

BC United promises carbon tax relief if elected government next year

BC United Leader Kevin Falcon says his party would give motorists a break by eliminating the provincial fuel tax

Oct 31, 2023 12:35 PM Read more >

Canada appears well-positioned for LNG exports: market brief

Canada expected to supply 5% of global LNG by 2030: Evaluate Energy

Oct 31, 2023 11:47 AM Read more >

Minister lays out Ottawa's priorities for improving immigration system

The federal government's report outlines key actions intended to strengthen the immigration system, based on consultations with stakeholders

Oct 31, 2023 11:30 AM Read more >

This B.C. city has highest infant, toddler child care fees in Canada

Richmond only has child-care space for about 35% of kids

Oct 31, 2023 10:15 AM Read more >

Martel investors resigned to losing huge sums in wake of B.C. mortgage scheme

People who invested in Greg Martel’s companies are being hit with tax bills for interest they never received

Oct 31, 2023 9:30 AM Read more >

'The profession is broken': Lawyer burnout hampering B.C. justice system

Lawyers struggling with mental health issues are facing fatigue and burnout

Oct 31, 2023 9:15 AM Read more >

Jail time sought for B.C. accountant who stole $124K from sports group

Defence lawyer Wade Jenson noted that Adams sold his home to repay the money that he stole. The $124,000 was paid back before he was criminally charged

Oct 31, 2023 8:45 AM Read more >

Eby says B.C. deserves heating bill relief, too, after federal tax on fuel oil paused

'At a minimum, fairness demands equal treatment of British Columbians,' says premier

Oct 31, 2023 8:45 AM Read more >