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B.C. premier says ‘every weapon’ is on the table as Canada-U.S. trade war escalates

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B.C. Premier David Eby said the additional 50-per-cent tariffs imposed on Canadian goods by the United States are "inexplicable" and "indefensible" and reaffirmed his refusal to return American alcohol to government liquor store shelves.

Carney said Canada was attacked, pointed to divisions inside Trump administration

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Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada was under economic attack Saturday after trade negotiations collapsed, new U.S. tariffs took effect and he suggested divisions inside U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration contributed to the breakdown.

B.C. wildfire season extends into September, with hundreds under evacuation orders

Provincial
While September brings shorter days and cooler nights, B.C. officials are stressing the risk of wildfire remains high. 

Three men charged in prison break of B.C. fugitive

Provincial
Three men face charges in connection with the jailbreak of a man who escaped from a B.C. prison and remains at large. 

B.C. RCMP report stopping more than 600 impaired drivers this summer

Provincial
British Columbia RCMP said they removed more than 600 impaired drivers from the roads this summer. 

Small business group says B.C. regional districts need to reign in spending

Provincial
A report from a small business advocacy group finds spending among regional districts in British Columbia is growing faster than key economic measures. 
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Coquihalla Highway reopens after wildfire closure

Provincial
Highway 5 between Hope and Merritt reopened early Friday afternoon after a closure due to an out-of-control wildfire.

B.C. tops list of least affordable provinces for renters

Provincial
A report shows three British Columbia cities were among the top five least affordable for renters last year.

B.C. follows national trend of rising unemployment in August, losing 16,000 jobs

Provincial
British Columbia lost close to 16,000 jobs in August, its second monthly decrease in a row. 

BCGEU deal must be ‘fair to taxpayers,’ says Premier David Eby

Provincial
Premier David Eby said British Columbia is facing “fiscal headwinds” that will impact what deal the province can make with striking public service workers. 
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BCGEU deal must be ‘fair to taxpayers,’ says Premier David Eby

Provincial
Premier David Eby said British Columbia is facing “fiscal headwinds” that will impact what deal the province can make with striking public service workers. 

Temporary foreign worker program should be “cancelled or significantly reformed,” says B.C. premier

Provincial
Premier David Eby said it’s time for the federal government to reassess Canada’s temporary foreign worker program.

Out-of-control wildfire shuts down section of Coquihalla highway

Provincial
Highway 5 between Hope and Merritt remains closed due to an out-of-control wildfire. 

Heavy smoke expected across B.C. as wildfire season rages on

Provincial
British Columbia wildfire officials say late-season heat waves and heavy smoke are signalling a longer and more challenging wildfire season extending into the fall.
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No critical injuries after incident with B.C. Wildfire Service helicopter

Provincial
Officials said there were no critical injuries after a B.C. Wildfire Service helicopter made a “forced landing” near Pemberton late Wednesday morning. 

Union, industry leaders push for Canadian-built ferries as summit wraps

Provincial
The head of a union representing close to 5,000 ferry workers in British Columbia says he is optimistic about the future of shipbuilding in the province after attending this week’s “Made in Canada” summit.

Smoke and heat blanket B.C. as late-summer heat records fall

Provincial
Smoke and high temperatures are settling over large parts of British Columbia, just a week after the last record-breaking heat wave.

B.C. public service worker’s union plans to expand strike

Provincial
Over 2,000 British Columbia public service workers chanted and marched on picket lines today demanding wages increases and fair access to telework.
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B.C. receives first payout of $936M in landmark tobacco settlement

Provincial
British Columbia has received its first payment as part of a major tobacco settlement with provinces, territories and former smokers. 

B.C. sending 1,600 overdose prevention kits to post-secondary schools

Provincial
The British Columbia government is distributing 1,600 naloxone kits to public post-secondary institutions in the province. 

B.C. approves expansion at Mount Polley mine

Provincial
British Columbia has approved an expansion project at the Mount Polley Mine, about 56 kilometres northeast of Williams Lake. 

B.C. approves expansion at Mount Polley mine

Provincial
British Columbia has approved an expansion project at the Mount Polley Mine, about 56 kilometres northeast of Williams Lake. 
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B.C. health officials urge parents to update children’s vaccinations ahead of school year

Provincial
British Columbia’s deputy provincial health officer is urging parents to ensure their children are up to date on their vaccines as most kids prepare prepare to return to school next week.

B.C. health officials urge parents to update children’s vaccinations ahead of school year

Provincial
British Columbia’s deputy provincial health officer is urging parents to ensure their children are up to date on their vaccines as most kids prepare prepare to return to school next week.

B.C. drivers paying highest taxes on gas in Canada, says taxpayer group

Provincial
A taxpayer advocacy group claims some British Columbians pay the highest taxes on gasoline in Canada.

B.C. opening thousands more seats for students this fall

Provincial
The British Columbia government is promoting thousands of new seats ready for students this school year.
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B.C. Hydro encourages energy conservation as temperatures soar

Provincial
High temperatures that have blanketed parts of British Columbia this week are expected to cool gradually in the coming days. 

Ottawa investing $22.7 for EV charging stations in B.C.

Provincial
The federal government announced funding on Wednesday to install more than 480 electric vehicle charging stations in British Columbia. 

More than $326M flowing to B.C. municipalities this year from federal infrastructure fund

Provincial
The federal government is providing more than $326 million this year to British Columbia communities to help address infrastructure needs.

B.C. caps rent increases at 2.3 per cent in 2026

Provincial
British Columbia is again tying maximum rent increases to inflation, capping increases at 2.3 per cent in 2026.
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B.C. Conservatives call for clarity from Supreme Court of Canada on Cowichan title case

Provincial
B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad wants Canada’s top court to weigh in on the recent decision in favour of the Cowichan Tribes' land and fishery claim in Richmond.

B.C. Conservatives call for clarity from Supreme Court of Canada on Cowichan title case

Provincial
B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad wants Canada’s top court to weigh in on the recent decision in favour of the Cowichan Tribes' land and fishery claim in Richmond.

Back-to-school programs see growing demand for school supplies as prices rise

Provincial
Some British Columbia groups that help provide families with school supplies said they have seen an uptick in demand heading into this school year. 

Family of woman killed in Kelowna pushes for ‘Bailey’s Law’ to reform bail system

Provincial
The B.C. Conservatives are supporting calls for bail reform from the family of a woman killed in Kelowna. 
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B.C. small businesses brace for end of U.S. duty-free exemption

Provincial
Small businesses in British Columbia are preparing for a financial hit from the U.S. elimination of de minimis exemptions on shipments.

B.C. small businesses brace for end of U.S. duty-free exemption

Provincial
Small businesses in British Columbia are preparing for a financial hit from the U.S. elimination of de minimis exemptions on shipments.

First Nations call for longer closure of B.C.’s Joffre Lakes park

Provincial
Two First Nations say British Columbia’s one-month closure of Joffre Lakes Provincial Park to allow for cultural practices is too short and is “a violation of trust.”

B.C. Ombudsperson calls for stronger whistleblower protections after five-year review

Provincial
A review from British Columbia's ombudsperson finds the province’s whistleblower law is falling short in some key areas. 
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B.C. Ombudsperson calls for stronger whistleblower protections after five-year review

Provincial
A review from British Columbia's ombudsperson finds the province’s whistleblower law is falling short in some key areas. 

B.C. Ombudsperson calls for stronger whistleblower protections after five-year review

Provincial
A review from British Columbia's ombudsperson finds the province’s whistleblower law is falling short in some key areas. 

Researchers mourn death of northern resident orca off B.C. coast

Provincial
A well-known northern resident orca known as I76 has died off the coast of Vancouver Island. 

Watchdog investigating after Vancouver man shot dead by police

Provincial
British Columbia’s police watchdog is investigating after a man was shot and killed by police in Vancouver.
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Enoki mushrooms recalled in B.C. for possible listeria

Provincial
A recall has been issued for a brand of enoki mushroom sold in British Columbia and other provinces because of possible listeria contamination. 

Most British Columbians report seeing dangerous driving in school zones, survey finds

Provincial
A survey by the British Columbia Automobile Association finds most British Columbians have witnessed dangerous driving in school zones. 

B.C. housing starts decline in first half of 2025, bucking national trend

Provincial
Housing starts in British Columbia fell four per cent between January and July compared to the same period last year.

B.C. tourism industry bracing for peak-season cancellations due to Air Canada strike

Provincial
Tourism operators in B.C. are bracing for a possible financial hit after the union representing about 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants defied a back-to-work order. 
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School officials say B.C.’s new safety policies should come with provincial funding

Provincial
B.C. school officials say the province’s move to require AEDs and naloxone kits in all public schools is a positive step, but some are concerned about a lack of provincial funding to support the requirements. 

Dubai chocolate recall expands due to salmonella outbreak linked to pistachios

Provincial
The Public Health Agency of Canada has added more brands of Dubai chocolate bars to the list of recalled products due to a salmonella outbreak in certain pistachio products. 

Heavy rain to drench B.C.’s south coast Friday, flooding possible

Provincial
Forecasters warn heavy rain is expected to sweep across B.C.’s south coast Friday, in some areas dumping twice the average monthly amount of rain in just one day.

Officials investigating “security breach” after pro-Palestinian sign appears on B.C. parliament

Provincial
Officials at the British Columbia parliament building are investigating after a pro-Palestinian sign was attached to the front of the building overnight.
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B.C. airports brace for Air Canada flight attendant strike

Provincial
Airports in B.C. are bracing for travel disruptions after the union representing 10,000 Air Canada flight attendants issued 72-hour strike notice Wednesday.

Federal funding boosts research and Indigenous knowledge on wildfires

Provincial
Ottawa is offering $45.7 million for projects in B.C. and across Canada that advance knowledge about wildfires. 
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