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Government professionals union ratifies agreement with the province

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The Professional Employees Association said its members have ratified a new four-year agreement with the B.C. government after months of bargaining and an extended strike.

MLA Hon Chan removed from B.C. Conservatives after domestic violence allegations

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The B.C. Conservatives said they have removed Richmond Centre MLA Hon Chan from caucus after learning about domestic violence allegations against him.

Police complaint commissioner launches probe of sexualized conduct in B.C. agencies

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British Columbia’s police watchdog has launched a provincewide investigation into sexualized conduct within municipal police departments, citing concerns about workplace culture and public trust.

Bruce Banman, Harman Bhangu out of B.C. Conservative leadership race

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Abbotsford South MLA Bruce Banman has dropped out of the Conservative Party of B.C. leadership race and endorsed Vancouver entrepreneur Yuri Fulmer, as the crowded contest continues to narrow.

B.C. legislature affirms support for Human Rights Code amid fallout over repeal bill

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MLAs overwhelmingly passed a motion Thursday affirming support for British Columbia’s Human Rights Code after Pride organizations raised concerns about a bill proposing its repeal.

U.S. ambassador holds “productive” meeting with Eby on trade

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B.C. Premier David Eby met Tuesday with U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra in Victoria, where the two discussed trade disputes, cross-border crime and the province’s push for permanent daylight saving time.
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Pride groups call for censure and resignation of MLA Tara Armstrong

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Pride organizations across B.C. are calling for the legislature to censure Independent MLA Tara Armstrong and say she should resign.

B.C. tables legislation to expand protest restrictions near schools and places of worship

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British Columbia’s NDP government tabled legislation Monday to extend restrictions on protests and other “disruptive behaviour” near schools and expand the rules to public places of worship.

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