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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.

Princeton Posse edge Dynamiters in OT, trail series 2-1

Princeton Posse
The Princeton Posse kept their season alive with a 1-0 overtime win over the Kimberley Dynamiters, cutting into the series deficit, which Kimberley still leads 2-1.

B.C. opts into federal temporary foreign worker exemption for rural employers, but rejects higher cap

Economy
British Columbia is partially opting into a federal temporary foreign worker (TFW) program aimed at providing relief for rural employers facing labour shortages.

AFN chief slams B.C.’s proposed DRIPA changes at United Nations

Indigenous
Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak is urging the United Nations to condemn British Columbia’s shifting stance on a key reconciliation law, calling the province’s actions a “step backwards” for Indigenous rights.

B.C. unifies Junior A hockey under new provincial conference

Hockey
B.C. is set to overhaul its Junior A hockey system this fall, bringing all sanctioned teams under a new provincial conference aimed at unifying competition and development.
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Free transit for Earth Day in South Okanagan

Transit
BC Transit and its local government partners said free transit will be offered on select routes in the South Okanagan-Similkameen Transit System to mark Earth Day on Wednesday.

Eby backs off changes to DRIPA this legislative session

Indigenous
Premier David Eby said he was wrong to push changes to British Columbia’s Indigenous rights law this spring, as his government backs away from proposed legislation after reaching a new agreement with First Nations leaders.

Posse return home trailing 2-0 after weekend losses to Dynamiters

Princeton Posse
The Princeton Posse return home down 2-0 in their series with the Kimberley Dynamiters after dropping both games on the road over the weekend.

Vees Off To Round 3!

Penticton Vees
The Penticton Vees won 4 straight to take out the Prince George Cougars in their second round series, and move into the league's semi-finals...
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Contract talks stalled for union workers at Victoria’s Empress hotel

Tourism
Contract talks have broken off between Victoria’s Fairmont Empress hotel and the union representing its workers.

B.C. launches AI-powered pilot for police to track toxic drug supply

Crime
British Columbia is launching a $600,000 pilot project using artificial intelligence and robotics to detect toxic substances in seized drugs and trace their origins.

B.C. changing timeline for short-term rental exemptions ahead of summer tourism season

Housing
British Columbia is accelerating timelines for communities to opt out of short-term rental limits, aiming to help them capture the summer tourism season.

Vees Gear Up For Game 5!

Penticton Vees
The Penticton Vees went into Prince George on Tuesday and Wednesday night, picked up a pair of huge wins to even their best-of-7 2nd...
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Updated: Missing man found deceased

Missing Person
The 31-year-old man, Eric Zomar, reported missing Thursday, has been found deceased. Police said the death is not considered suspicious.

Haida Gwaii fishing guide fined $12,000 for catching too many fish, providing false documents

Fish & Wildlife
A British Columbia fishing guide has been fined $12,000 after being caught with too many fish and providing false documents to federal officers, Fisheries and Oceans Canada said Thursday.

B.C. forecasters expect mix of flooding, drought amid active spring wildfire season

Emergency Services
Forecasters warn that parts of British Columbia face an elevated flood risk this spring due to above-normal snowpack, while some southern and coastal regions could see drought conditions this summer.

B.C. tables Kitselas treaty bill as neighbouring First Nations call for pause

Indigenous
The British Columbia government has tabled a bill to implement a treaty with the Kitselas First Nation in west-central B.C. It comes amid pushback from neighbouring First Nations, who say the treaty would infringe on their territorial rights.
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7-Eleven sandwiches and wraps recalled in B.C. due to listeria

Health
A recall has been issued for 7-Eleven-brand sandwiches and wraps in Western Canada due to possible listeria contamination, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency said.

K’ómoks treaty reaches key milestone as B.C. introduces implementation bill

Indigenous
British Columbia has tabled legislation to implement a treaty with K’ómoks First Nation, marking a major milestone in a process that began more than 30 years ago.

Advocates share grief and frustration on 10 year anniversary of B.C.’s overdose crisis

Health
Dozens gathered at the British Columbia legislature Tuesday to mark 10 years since the province declared a public health emergency over toxic drug deaths, as advocates said the crisis has worsened.

Eby backs down on confidence vote tied to DRIPA bill

Indigenous
The British Columbia government has backed away from making a controversial bill on its Indigenous reconciliation law a confidence vote, as internal dissent and opposition from First Nations force a rethink of its approach.
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Vees In P.G. Hoping for Bounce Back!

Penticton Vees
The Penticton Vees are looking to bounce back in their 2nd round series with the Prince George Cougars after a pair of losses on...

Warren Hamm withdraws from B.C. Conservative leadership race

Politics
The B.C. Conservative leadership race is down to five candidates after Warren Hamm said he's withdrawing from the race.

Penticton RCMP connect with students, strengthen community through negotiation skills

RCMP
Penticton RCMP are strengthening community ties by working directly with local students to build communication and conflict-resolution skills.

B.C. rents fell more than 5% in March, says report

Housing
Average asking rents in British Columbia dropped 5.1 per cent in March from a year earlier, even as the province remained the most expensive rental market in Canada.
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StatCan jobs report says B.C. lost 19,000 jobs in March

Business
British Columbia lost 19,000 jobs in March, pushing the province’s unemployment rate up to 6.7 per cent, according to Statistics Canada.

First Nations leaders say they’ve lost confidence in Eby over DRIPA amendments

Indigenous
First Nations leaders say they have lost confidence in Premier David Eby as his NDP government seeks to amend British Columbia’s landmark reconciliation legislation.

Summerland Jets confirm KIJHL plans

Hockey
The Summerland Jets Junior Hockey Club says it plans to compete in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) and is not part of a newly announced unsanctioned junior league.

Annual Egg‑Addling to reduce non-migratory Canada goose population

Fish & Wildlife
The egg-addling program will continue until mid-May.
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NDP MLA halts bill to speed up development after safety concerns from local governments

Housing
NDP MLA George Anderson is backing away from his private member’s bill to speed housing approvals after widespread opposition from municipalities and industry groups.

B.C. launches new permitting hub for adventure tourism operators

Tourism
British Columbia has launched a pilot project aimed at speeding up permits for adventure tourism operators, with the province promising a simpler process and shorter wait times.

$75 million winning lotto ticket belongs to Penticton

Community
All lottery prize winners have 52 weeks from the draw date printed on their ticket to come forward to claim their prize.

Premier Eby confident he will have the votes to pass DRIPA changes and avoid a snap election

Politics
Premier David Eby says his government will introduce legislation to temporarily suspend parts of B.C.’s Indigenous rights law, warning the move is needed to limit legal risks as court challenges unfold.
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B.C. Grade 5 teacher disciplined for asking students if they wanted to “go to the chokey”

Education
A Chilliwack teacher has been formally reprimanded after a series of incidents involving inappropriate comments and behaviour toward elementary school students, including references to punishment and remarks about their appearance.

Kelowna and Okanagan drivers show mixed results in distracted driving and seatbelt enforcement

RCMP
Drivers in Kelowna and across the Okanagan region showed mixed results during March’s Occupant Restraint and Distracted Driving campaigns, with enforcement numbers suggesting little overall change from last year.

Ottawa names B.C. project in first round of $51B infrastructure plan

Community
One British Columbia project is on the federal government’s list of priority projects for new infrastructure funding.

Vees off to round 2

Penticton Vees
The Penticton Vees made Good Friday a great Friday, after posting a 6-3 win over the Seattle Thunderbirds at the SOEC, in front of...
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B.C. government proposes temporary suspension of parts of DRIPA

Politics
Premier David Eby says British Columbia plans to temporarily suspend parts of its Indigenous rights law following backlash from First Nations leaders over proposed changes.

Police search for violent offender wanted on Canada-wide warrant  

Crime
Nanaimo RCMP said a man wanted on a Canada-wide warrant may be in the area.

Summerland braces for tighter water use as drought level drops but shortages persist

Municipal News
Summerland is moving to Drought Level 3, effective immediately, but could return to Level 4 later in the year depending on spring precipitation and summer temperatures.

Sweeping changes to healthcare oversight take effect in B.C.

Health
A major overhaul of how health professionals are regulated in British Columbia took effect Wednesday.
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Vees One Win From RD. 2

Penticton Vees
The Penticton Vees split their road games in Seattle the past 2 nights, and are ONE win away from moving into Round 2 of...

Families urge B.C. to rethink changes to autism funding

Health
B.C.’s opposition Conservatives and families of children with autism are urging the province to reconsider planned changes to disability funding, warning some could lose access to key supports under the new system.

MLA Hon Chan says he doesn’t plan to resign as he faces assault charges

Politics
Richmond Centre MLA Hon Chan said he has no immediate plans to resign after being charged with offences related to intimate partner violence.

Rising diesel prices likely to drive up goods, food costs: BC Trucking Association

Business
The spat between Iran and the United States has reached one month and consumers might soon feel the pinch with certain goods likely to cost more if no solution is found.
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Vees Up In Playoff Battle

Penticton Vees
The Penticton Vees won their 1st ever playoff games in the WHL, winning on home ice this past weekend to lead their best of...

Conservative leadership candidate and OneBC sign “Unite the Right” accord

Politics
B.C. Conservative leadership candidate Yuri Fulmer and OneBC Leader Dallas Brodie have announced an agreement to “unite the right” if Fulmer is elected leader.

Former Save-on-Foods boss Darrell Jones drops out of B.C. Conservative race

Politics
Six candidates remain in the B.C. Conservative leadership race after Darrell Jones announced his withdrawal.

B.C. union calls for more work-from-home flexibility as fuel prices rise

Business
One of British Columbia’s largest public-sector unions is calling on the province to allow more remote work as fuel prices remain high.
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B.C. backs off broader First Nations powers in heritage law overhaul

Indigenous
The British Columbia government is scaling back several proposed changes to the Heritage Conservation Act after further engagement with local governments and industry.

BC Hydro relocating Site C camp for North Coast Transmission Line construction

Energy & Utilities
BC Hydro says it will reuse Site C worker camp facilities to support construction of its $6-billion North Coast Transmission Line in northern British Columbia.
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