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Federal government posts $22.7-billion deficit from April-to-November period

Federal government posts $22.7-billion deficit from April-to-November period

OTTAWA — The Finance Department says the federal deficit was $22.7 billion between April and November. That compares with a $19.1 billion deficit over the same period last year. According to the monthly fiscal monitor, revenues were up $29.
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Rob Shaw: B.C. mired in partisan politics as Trump tariffs loom

Rob Shaw: B.C. mired in partisan politics as Trump tariffs loom

While workers brace for impact, politicians turn trade turmoil into political theatre
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Half of Canada’s tree seedlings grown in B.C., finds report

Half of Canada’s tree seedlings grown in B.C., finds report

The industry report found B.C. tree nurseries are poised for growth amid a surge in wildfire activity.
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Metro Vancouver reviews waiving development charges for ‘inclusionary’ housing

Metro Vancouver reviews waiving development charges for ‘inclusionary’ housing

Staff say proposal to waive regional cost charges could increase below-market supply
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Jaime Battiste drops out of running for Liberal leadership

Jaime Battiste drops out of running for Liberal leadership

OTTAWA — Nova Scotia Liberal MP Jaime Battiste says he is dropping out of the Liberal party leadership race and backing former central banker Mark Carney.
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Health minister calls on NDP to give Liberals more time to sign pharmacare deals

Health minister calls on NDP to give Liberals more time to sign pharmacare deals

OTTAWA — Health Minister Mark Holland is calling on the federal NDP to give the Liberal government more time in power to sign bilateral deals on pharmacare. "I would put it back to (NDP Leader) Jagmeet Singh ...
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Fast-growing Artigiano buys Salt Spring Coffee

Fast-growing Artigiano buys Salt Spring Coffee

Artigiano plans to open five new cafés by the end of June: in West Vancouver, Burnaby, White Rock, North Vancouver and Vancouver
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International study permit data an 'earthquake' for Canadian university finances

International study permit data an 'earthquake' for Canadian university finances

A dramatic decline in international study permits issued last year is quickly becoming an existential threat to the finances of Canadian post-secondary schools, say organizations representing the institutions.
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Opinion: Knee-jerk reaction to tariffs no recipe for B.C.'s future economic success

Opinion: Knee-jerk reaction to tariffs no recipe for B.C.'s future economic success

Short-term response to trade turmoil risks leaving province with stranded assets, missed opportunities
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Air Canada sued for alleged luggage injuries during Vancouver flight

Air Canada sued for alleged luggage injuries during Vancouver flight

Excessive airline baggage fees lead to more, heavier bags in cabin and a greater possibility of injuries.
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