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B.C. facing calls to restrict non-disclosure agreements in the workplace

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A B.C. legal advocacy group is urging the provincial government to ban workplace non-disclosure agreements in cases of gender-based violence.

B.C. consumer watchdog investigating StubHub over FIFA ticket complaints

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StubHub is under investigation by British Columbia's consumer watchdog following complaints from FIFA World Cup fans who say they never received tickets they purchased.

Online booking, trip-tracking coming to HandyDART services, says BC Transit

Provincial Reporter
BC Transit has signed a contract with Vancouver-based technology company Spare to introduce a new digital platform for handyDART services. The post Online booking, trip-tracking coming to HandyDART services, says BC Transit appeared first on AM 1150.

Online booking, trip-tracking coming to HandyDART services, says BC Transit

Provincial
BC Transit has signed a contract with Vancouver-based technology company Spare to introduce a new digital platform for handyDART services. HandyDART is a door-to-door service...

Yuri Fulmer launches bid for B.C. Conservative leadership

Provincial Reporter
Vancouver-based businessman Yuri Fulmer said he’s running for the leadership of the B.C. Conservatives. The post Yuri Fulmer launches bid for B.C. Conservative leadership appeared first on AM 1150.

Yuri Fulmer launches bid for B.C. Conservative leadership

Provincial
Vancouver-based businessman Yuri Fulmer said he’s running for the leadership of the B.C. Conservatives. The investment firm owner also serves as chancellor of Capilano University...
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B.C. eyes deeper trade ties with India as Canada–India relations thaw

Provincial Reporter
Premier David Eby and Jobs Minister Ravi Kahlon will travel to India next week, marking British Columbia’s third trade mission to Asia in less than 12 months. The post B.C. eyes deeper trade ties with India as Canada–India relations thaw appeared first on AM 1150.

B.C. eyes deeper trade ties with India as Canada–India relations thaw

Provincial
Premier David Eby and Jobs Minister Ravi Kahlon will travel to India next week, marking British Columbia’s third trade mission to Asia in less...

Eby pushes refinery expansion over new pipeline

Provincial Reporter
Premier David Eby said he would rather see Canada build more oil refineries than a new pipeline to British Columbia’s northwest coast. The post Eby pushes refinery expansion over new pipeline appeared first on AM 1150.

Eby pushes refinery expansion over new pipeline

Provincial
Premier David Eby said he would rather see Canada build more oil refineries than a new pipeline to British Columbia’s northwest coast. His comments came...
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B.C. Conservatives announce committee to organize leadership race

Provincial Reporter
The Conservative Party of British Columbia has formed a committee to oversee its leadership race. The post B.C. Conservatives announce committee to organize leadership race appeared first on AM 1150.

B.C. Conservatives announce committee to organize leadership race

Provincial
The Conservative Party of British Columbia has formed a committee to oversee its leadership race. The party said Vancouver-based lawyer and former Conservative Party of...

B.C. lowers threshold for homeowner grants as housing market cools

Provincial Reporter
British Columbia has lowered the 2026 threshold for the provincial homeowner grant for residential properties to $2.075 million. That’s down from $2.175 million in 2025. The post B.C. lowers threshold for homeowner grants as housing market cools appeared first on AM 1150.

B.C. lowers threshold for homeowner grants as housing market cools

Housing
British Columbia has lowered the 2026 threshold for the provincial homeowner grant for residential properties to $2.075 million. That’s down from $2.175 million in...
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Raffi and Nardwuar among prominent B.C. appointees to Order of Canada

Provincial Reporter
Children’s entertainer Raffi and music journalist Nardwuar the Human Serviette were among the 13 British Columbians appointed to the Order of Canada at the end of 2025. The post Raffi and Nardwuar among prominent B.C. appointees to Order of Canada appeared first on AM 1150.

Raffi and Nardwuar among prominent B.C. appointees to Order of Canada

Provincial
Children’s entertainer Raffi and music journalist Nardwuar the Human Serviette were among the 13 British Columbians appointed to the Order of Canada at the...

Vees Ready for New Year

Penticton Vees
Your Penticton Vees are ready to hit the ice 1st thing in the New Year w/ a game tomorrow afternoon, but, 1st this review...

Vees Ready for New Year

Penticton Vees
Your Penticton Vees are ready to hit the ice 1st thing in the New Year w/ a game tomorrow afternoon, but, 1st this review...
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Youth parliament returns to B.C. legislature, marking a century-old tradition

Provincial Reporter
Young British Columbians returned to the legislature in the final days of 2025 as part of the B.C. Youth Parliament. The post Youth parliament returns to B.C. legislature, marking a century-old tradition appeared first on AM 1150.

Youth parliament returns to B.C. legislature, marking a century-old tradition

Provincial
Young British Columbians returned to take over the legislature in the final days of 2025.  BC Youth Parliament brings together 97 representatives between the ages...

B.C. paramedics union weighing job action after contract talks break down

Provincial Reporter
The union representing nearly 6,000 ambulance paramedics in British Columbia says it is considering job action after contract talks with the province broke down.  The post B.C. paramedics union weighing job action after contract talks break down appeared first on AM 1150.

B.C. paramedics union weighing job action after contract talks break down

Health
The union representing nearly 6,000 ambulance paramedics in British Columbia says it is considering job action after contract talks with the province broke down.  Ambulance...
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These were B.C.’s most popular baby names in 2025

Provincial Reporter
Noah reclaimed the top spot as the most popular baby name in British Columbia this year. The post These were B.C.’s most popular baby names in 2025 appeared first on AM 1150.

These were B.C.’s most popular baby names in 2025

Provincial
Noah reclaimed the top spot as the most popular baby name in British Columbia this year. Noah was also the most popular name in 2022...

Vees Holiday Home Cookin’

Penticton Vees
As the holidays continue, your Penticton Vees back on the ice for a pair of home games, but, 1st this review from last night...

Vees Holiday Home Cookin’

Penticton Vees
As the holidays continue, your Penticton Vees back on the ice for a pair of home games, but, 1st this review from last night...
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Vees Back!

Penticton Vees
The holiday break for your Penticton Vees is now over, and a busy week is ahead. 1st, this quick review. WED. DEC.17TH - Christmas Classic...

Vees Back!

Penticton Vees
The holiday break for your Penticton Vees is now over, and a busy week is ahead. 1st, this quick review. WED. DEC.17TH – Christmas Classic...

Year in review: B.C. Greens leader Emily Lowan looks to the grassroots

Provincial Reporter
B.C. Green Party leader Emily Lowan says she observed many of the same themes affecting communities across the province during her month-long “Fight the Oligarchs Tour.”  The post Year in review: B.C. Greens leader Emily Lowan looks to the grassroots appeared first on AM 1150.

Year in review: B.C. Greens leader Emily Lowan looks to the grassroots

Provincial
B.C. Green Party leader Emily Lowan says she observed many of the same themes affecting communities across the province during her month-long “Fight the...
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Year in Review: Halford vows to “turn the page” after a year of turmoil for B.C. Conservatives

Provincial Reporter
Trevor Halford says he’s focused on moving the B.C. Conservatives forward in the new year and positioning the party as a government-in-waiting.   The post Year in Review: Halford vows to “turn the page” after a year of turmoil for B.C. Conservatives appeared first on AM 1150.

Year in Review: Halford vows to “turn the page” after a year of turmoil for B.C. Conservatives

Provincial
Trevor Halford says he’s focused on moving the B.C. Conservatives forward in the new year and positioning the party as a government-in-waiting.   Halford became interim leader in early December, after...

Dallas Brodie reclaims OneBC leadership after board resigns

Provincial Reporter
Dallas Brodie says she is once again leader of OneBC, following her sudden ouster earlier this month. The post Dallas Brodie reclaims OneBC leadership after board resigns appeared first on AM 1150.

Dallas Brodie reclaims OneBC leadership after board resigns

Provincial
Dallas Brodie says she is once again leader of OneBC, following her sudden ouster earlier this month. “After negotiations, I have regained control of the...
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Year in review: Eby says fast-track powers are worth the political risk

Provincial Reporter
British Columbia's NDP government introduced a slew of legislative reforms in 2025 giving Cabinet broader powers to fast-track major projects and centralize decision-making. But Premier David Eby is rejecting the suggestion that the moves amount to weakening independent oversight or sidelining the legislature.  The post Year in review: Eby says fast-track powers are worth the political risk appeared first on AM 1150.

Year in review: Eby says fast-track powers are worth the political risk

Provincial
British Columbia’s NDP government introduced a slew of legislative reforms in 2025 giving Cabinet broader powers to fast-track major projects and centralize decision-making. But...

B.C. halts planned pipeline valuation changes after municipal outcry

Provincial Reporter
The province is holding off on proposed changes to pipeline valuations after pushback from municipalities that said the move would result in millions in lost tax revenue. The post B.C. halts planned pipeline valuation changes after municipal outcry appeared first on AM 1150.

B.C. halts planned pipeline valuation changes after municipal outcry

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The province is holding off on proposed changes to pipeline valuations after pushback from municipalities that said the move would result in millions in...
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Eby urges federal action on flood prevention amid clean up efforts in Fraser Valley

Provincial Reporter
Premier David Eby said severe flooding in the Fraser Valley has had a major impact on farmers and key trade corridors, and called on the federal government to step up support for flood mitigation efforts. The post Eby urges federal action on flood prevention amid clean up efforts in Fraser Valley appeared first on AM 1150.

Eby urges federal action on flood prevention amid clean up efforts in Fraser Valley

Provincial
Premier David Eby said severe flooding in the Fraser Valley has had a major impact on farmers and key trade corridors, and called on...

CMHC annual report says rental vacancy rates climbed across B.C.’s major markets

Provincial Reporter
A new report from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. shows vacancy rates in major British Columbia cities have risen sharply, reaching levels not seen in decades. The post CMHC annual report says rental vacancy rates climbed across B.C.’s major markets appeared first on AM 1150.

CMHC annual report says rental vacancy rates climbed across B.C.’s major markets

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The annual rental report from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) shows overall vacancy rates increased this year in major cities in British Columbia. The...
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Vees Christmas Classic

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One more Vees game before the holiday break, but, a quick review of their U.S weekend road trip!: FRIDAY - Vees 5, Seattle 1 -A pair...

Vees Christmas Classic

Penticton Vees
One more Vees game before the holiday break, but, a quick review of their U.S weekend road trip!: FRIDAY – Vees 5, Seattle 1 -A pair...

Ottawa allocates $113M to support French education in B.C.

Provincial Reporter
The federal government is allocating more than $113 million to British Columbia to support French language education in schools. The post Ottawa allocates $113M to support French education in B.C. appeared first on AM 1150.

Ottawa allocates $113M to support French education in B.C.

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The federal government is allocating more than $113 million to British Columbia to support French language education in schools. Ottawa said Monday the funding will...
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OneBC board removes Dallas Brodie as interim leader, alleging abusive conduct

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OneBC says its board of directors has removed Dallas Brodie as interim leader.  The post OneBC board removes Dallas Brodie as interim leader, alleging abusive conduct appeared first on AM 1150.

OneBC board removes Dallas Brodie as interim leader, alleging abusive conduct

Provincial
OneBC says its board of directors has removed Dallas Brodie as interim leader.  The right-wing party, which formed after a split with the B.C Conservatives...

Flood warnings persist in B.C.’s Lower Mainland as 100 properties remain under evacuation order

Provincial Reporter
Flood and rainfall warnings remain in place for parts of British Columbia’s Lower Mainland as about 100 properties are under evacuation order. “This remains a dynamic and evolving situation and the risks are real,” said Kelly Greene, B.C.’s emergency management and climate readiness minister, in an update early Monday afternoon. “The ground is saturated in […] The post Flood warnings persist in B.C.’s Lower Mainland as 100 properties remain under evacuation order appeared first on AM 1150.

New online tool documents centuries of avalanche fatalities across Canada

Provincial Reporter
A new online tool documents every known avalanche fatality in Canada dating back more than two centuries. The post New online tool documents centuries of avalanche fatalities across Canada appeared first on AM 1150.
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Abbotsford mayor blasts federal response amid Fraser Valley floods

Provincial Reporter
Floodwaters in the Fraser Valley are expected to recede in the coming days, forecasters said, but uncertainty remains with more rain in the forecast next week. British Columbia’s Emergency Management Minister Kelly Greene said in an update Friday morning there were 450 properties under evacuation order and another 1,700 more are under evacuation alert, mostly […] The post Abbotsford mayor blasts federal response amid Fraser Valley floods appeared first on AM 1150.

Evacuations, highway closures as floodwaters rise in southern B.C.

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About 400 properties are under evacuation order and another 1,800 are on evacuation alert due to flooding in the Fraser Valley, Abbotsford and the Okanagan-Similkameen region, officials said. The post Evacuations, highway closures as floodwaters rise in southern B.C. appeared first on AM 1150.
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