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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.

First Nations leaders condemn ‘alarmist’ comments on Cowichan title ruling

Provincial
The First Nations Leadership Council said it’s “deeply disturbed and angered” by what it calls alarmist comments by B.C. Conservative leader John Rustad about Aboriginal title rights.

B.C. proposes expanded job protections for workers with serious illness or injury

Provincial
British Columbia's government has tabled legislation aimed at improving job protections for workers with serious illness or injury.

Vees Split Weekend

Penticton Vees
The Penticton Vees 6 game point streak came to an end on Friday night at the SOEC, but, the team bounced back for a...

B.C. Conservative MLA Amelia Boultbee resigns, urges Rustad to step down

Provincial
Penticton-Summerland MLA Amelia Boultbee said she’s leaving the B.C. Conservative caucus and called on party leader John Rustad to resign. 
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B.C. government proposes more legislation to fast-track North Coast power project, with First Nations

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The British Columbia government tabled legislation Monday aimed at fast-tracking the construction of the North Coast Transmission Line (NCTL) and enable First Nation’s co-ownership of the project. 

Vees Ladies Night!

Penticton Vees
The Penticton Vees today announced Ladies Night on Oct. 18 at the South Okanagan Events Centre when they host the Vancouver Giants at 6:00PM. The...

Contactless payments coming soon to BC Transit riders

Provincial
Bus riders may soon have an easier way to pay for their fare, as BC Transit prepares to roll out contactless debit and credit card payments across its network through the Umo fare system.

Vees Point Streak Continues

Penticton Vees
The Penticton Vees 1st WHL win streak came to an end yesterday afternoon at the South Okanagan Events Centre, but, an overtime loss keeps...
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Canada Post to resume limited service as CUPW shifts to rotating strikes Oct. 11

Business
Canada Post says it will begin restarting mail operations this weekend as the Canadian Union of Postal Workers shifts from a national walkout to rotating strikes.

Interior Health names Sylvia Weir permanent president and CEO

Health
Weir, who was filling in as interim CEO after Susan Brown stepped down in June, will take over the job permanently, the health authority announced today. Weir was previously the organization's chief financial officer.

Vees Off To WHL Cup

Penticton Vees
The Penticton Vees will have six picks from their inaugural WHL Draft class representing their respective provinces in the 2025 WHL Cup.   Defenceman Thor Liffiton...

B.C. and Alberta saw largest rent declines as prices fall across Canada, says report

Provincial
British Columbia and Alberta saw the largest declines in the price of apartment rentals over the past year, although B.C. remained the most expensive province for renters.
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B.C. tables bill to hold vape companies accountable for health-care costs

Provincial
Proposed legislation would allow British Columbia to take legal action against vape manufacturers to recover health-care-related costs. 

Construction industry applauds B.C.’s proposed prompt payment legislation

Provincial
Construction industry groups in British Columbia are welcoming proposed legislation aimed at ensuring contractors are paid on time.

B.C. tables bills to strengthen laws against sexual violence

Provincial
The British Columbia government has tabled two bills aimed at addressing sexual violence, as leaders returned for the fall session of Parliament on Monday. 

Eby and Smith clash over Alberta’s west coast pipeline plan

Provincial
Premier David Eby pushed back against Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s comments that his dismissal of a new west coast pipeline project is “un-Canadian.” 
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More than 10,000 join striking public service workers at major legislature rally

Provincial
More than 10,000 public service workers and their supporters gathered outside the British Columbia legislature today as a strike by the B.C. General Employees Union (BCGEU) enters its sixth week.

MLAs return to B.C. legislature as fall session begins

Provincial
The fall session of the B.C. legislature began Monday with a rare lineup of four political parties represented in the chamber.

Vees Sweep Weekend!

Penticton Vees
The Penticton Vees put together their 1st winning streak in WHL team history, after sweeping 3 games this past weekend. Friday at SOEC - Vees...

B.C. could face wet fall due to La Niña

Provincial
British Columbia could be in for a wet, rainy fall season as forecasters note an increased likelihood of a La Niña weather system developing this year.
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CUPW slams Canada Post’s latest contract offers as ‘new lows’ in strike standoff

Business
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers said Canada Post’s latest contract proposals represent a major step backward.

B.C. libraries are stretched thin as provincial funding stays frozen

Provincial
Library directors and advocates in British Columbia say they are disappointed after Premier David Eby ruled out increased funding for libraries in the near future. 

Homelessness rises in 60 per cent of B.C. communities in latest count

Provincial
The latest provincial “point-in-time” count found that homelessness rose in more than half of the 20 British Columbia communities surveyed.

Eby blasts latest “absurd” U.S. tariff on Canadian wood products

Provincial
British Columbia’s lumber industry is bracing for another hit after the latest U.S. tariff announcement on foreign wood products.
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Eby pushes back as Alberta plans fast-track proposal for pipeline to B.C. coast

Provincial
Premier David Eby slammed Alberta’s latest push for a pipeline to British Columbia’s west coast Wednesday, saying he wants to work with the province on “real” projects that have private-sector backing.

BCGEU plans to ramp up strike action after talks with province break down

Provincial
The head of the B.C. General Employees Union says job action will escalate to more front-line services after the latest round of talks with the province broke down this week. 

B.C. jobs minister says Trump’s film tariff threat too early to call

Provincial
British Columbia’s Jobs Minister Ravi Kahlon said it’s too early to tell if Donald Trump’s latest tariff threat against the film industry is legitimate. 

Eby welcomes federal decision to label Bishnoi gang as terrorists

Provincial
Premier David Eby said listing the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a terrorist group is “the right move.”
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Check your tread: B.C.’s winter tire rules kick in Wednesday

Provincial
Ready or not, winter tire season starts this week in British Columbia this Wednesday.

Local governments get more time to consult on Heritage Conservation Act overhaul

Provincial
The Union of B.C. Municipalities have welcomed the province’s decision to extend consultations on a controversial overhaul of the Heritage Conservation Act. 

B.C. Transit marks Truth and Reconciliation Day with orange ribbons

Provincial
B.C. Transit is partnering with local governments to mark Truth and Reconciliation Day on Tuesday, Sept. 30

Province returning bargaining table with public service union after month-long strike

Provincial
The union representing thousands of striking public service workers in B.C. said it will return to the bargaining table with the Public Service Agency on Monday.
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More involuntary care beds coming, Eby tells UBCM

Provincial
Premier David Eby addressed mayors and other delegates Friday at the annual Union of B.C. Municipalities convention in Victoria. 

Federal housing minister touts housing plan to local B.C. officials

Provincial
Housing and infrastructure minister Gregor Robertson promoted the federal government’s new affordable housing initiatives to local government officials in Victoria on Friday. 

Canada Post strike enters new phase as CUPW denounces government reforms

Business
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers launched a nationwide strike in opposition to sweeping federal postal reforms, denouncing what it called an “attack” on public mail service.

Postal workers strike as Ottawa signals end of door-to-door delivery

Business
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers launched an immediate nationwide strike Thursday after the federal government ordered Canada Post to begin a sweeping overhaul that could spell the end of traditional door-to-door delivery.
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B.C. Conservative leader calls for repeal of Indigenous rights legislation

Provincial
B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad said Indigenous title rights and private property rights cannot co-exist with private property rights.  

Ostrich farm granted temporary stay of CFIA Cull order: agency to remain at farm

Provincial
The Universal Ostrich Farm in Edgewood was in a celebratory mood late Wednesday morning after owners learned the Supreme Court of Canada granted an interim stay of a cull ordered by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.

Municipal leaders call on province to step up response to street disorder

Provincial
Mayors from across British Columbia are calling on the province to take urgent action to address the homelessness and addiction crisis facing their communities.  

B.C. economy holding steady despite tariffs, finance minister tells UBCM

Provincial
B.C. Finance Minister Brenda Bailey said the province's economy has remained steady despite global trade conflicts and rising costs.  
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Vees WHL Launch TODAY!

Penticton Vees
The Penticton Vees are excited to announce their WHL Launch Party celebrating their inaugural WHL season, which will take place Wednesday Sept. 24 at Gyro Park from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Emily Lowan wins leadership of B.C. Greens

Provincial
Emily Lowan is the next leader of the B.C. Greens Party. It was a decisive win for the 25-year-old Victoria resident, who received 3,189 votes.

Recall of Shaikh Al Kar halva products expands in B.C.

Provincial
A recall of Shaikh Al Kar products due to possible salmonella contamination has expanded to more types of halva sold in British Columbia.

More than 12,500 public service workers taking job action as BCGEU ramps up strike

Provincial
The B.C. General Employees Union is again ramping up job action, amid what it says is now the longest public service strike in the province's history.
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RCMP and CFIA convoy locks down ostrich farm, owners arrested

Provincial
The owners of Universal Ostrich farm in Edgewood, BC were removed from the property and arrested by RCMP Tuesday afternoon.

B.C. mayors say they need more help with burdens of housing, street disorder

Provincial
Street disorder, addictions and homelessness are a major topic as local government leaders and other officials gathered for the annual Union of B.C. Municipalities convention.

Elenore Sturko booted from Conservative caucus after Rustad survives leadership review

Provincial
Surrey-Cloverdale MLA Elenore Sturko will sit as an Independent after leader John Rustad kicked her out of the Conservative caucus. 

Vees Split in WHL Debut

Penticton Vees
The Penticton Vees bounced back in a big way on Saturday night. Following a 5-0 loss in Victoria, the Vees picked up a win over Vancouver.
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John Rustad survives B.C. Conservative leadership review

Provincial
John Rustad has survived a leadership review by the B.C. Conservatives. 

BCGEU workers strike at B.C. liquor and cannabis distribution sites

Provincial
The union representing roughly 34,000 public service workers in British Columbia said it is ramping up job action at liquor and cannabis warehouses as a strike enters its fourth week. 
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