Economy, Law & Politics

OTTAWA — The Liberals and the Greens each unveiled signature elements of their policy plans Monday as leaders taking part in the federal election campaign fanned out across the country.

OTTAWA — A familiar U.S. face finally showed up front and centre Saturday on the federal campaign trail: Donald Trump.

SURREY, B.C. — Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer unveiled a $6-billion income tax cut and promised there are more "compelling tax credits and proposals" to come Sunday in his first campaign swing through British Columbia.

Lower Mainland home sales momentum firmed through August, pointing to an end to the down cycle observed earlier this year. Buyers are returning to the market amid rising affordability due to declines in mortgage rates and prices.

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Wage growth in B.C. remained solid in June despite losing some momentum following a strong gain the prior month. Weekly earnings averaged $996.30, down 0.5% from the previous month but up 3.2% from a year ago.

In Liberal Party leader Justin Trudeau’s absence, three federal party leaders took part in the first leaders debate in the 2019 election

OTTAWA — A running list of specific promises made by the Liberals, Conservatives, NDP and Greens since the official start of the campaign on Sept. 11. Liberals Sept.

OTTAWA — How do you debate a prime minister who doesn't show up? That's the question for the leaders of the Conservative, NDP and Green parties today as they prepare for the first leaders' debate of the federal election tonight in Toronto.

VANCOUVER — Justin Trudeau's federal election campaign is ready to get off the ground — again.