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Eby says tanker ban supports Prince Rupert’s future growth

Premier David Eby says maintaining the North Coast oil tanker ban will help Prince Rupert grow its economy while protecting the environment, allowing governments and First Nations to focus on sustainable development and marine safety.

Angelo Isidorou steps down as B.C. Conservatives’ executive director after leading party’s rise to Official Opposition

Angelo Isidorou is stepping down as executive director of the B.C. Conservatives after nearly three years in the role.

Independent MLA Amelia Boultbee crosses the floor to B.C. NDP

Penticton-Summerland MLA Amelia Boultbee said she remains committed to her constituents as she crossed the floor to join the B.C. NDP.

Findlay names new B.C. Conservative leadership team

B.C. Conservative Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay has named a new leadership team as she awaits a seat in the legislature.

B.C. attorney general calls for swift passage of federal online safety bill, but wants stronger AI rules

B.C. Attorney General Niki Sharma said Thursday that Ottawa's proposed online safety bill is urgently needed, but falls short on regulating artificial intelligence chatbots.

B.C. legislator calls for mandatory leave for MLAs facing serious criminal charges

A British Columbia legislator wants MLAs charged with serious criminal offences to step aside from their duties until the courts decide their cases.
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Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy charged with sexual assault

The B.C. Prosecution Service said Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy has been charged with sexual assault. 

Eby calls Findlay divisive, as B.C. Conservatives rally behind new leader

Premier David Eby says new B.C. Conservative Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay is focused on division, as he criticized policy positions she championed during her successful leadership campaign.

Kerry-Lynne Findlay elected B.C. Conservative leader

Kerry-Lynne Findlay was elected leader of the B.C. Conservatives on Saturday, defeating political commentator Caroline Elliott after four rounds of voting.

B.C. legislators close out spring session with DRIPA questions still unresolved

The British Columbia legislature wrapped up its spring session Thursday with the NDP government facing criticism over its shifting approach to Indigenous rights legislation, a record deficit and pipeline tensions with Alberta.
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Eby blasts Alberta separatism at Western premiers meeting as pipeline tensions simmer

Premier David Eby criticized Alberta’s separatist movement Monday, saying it undermines national unity as western premiers met in Calgary to discuss trade, energy and relations with the United States.

B.C. Conservative leadership candidate Findlay dodges press questions about reported election probe

B.C. Conservative leadership candidate Kerry-Lynne Findlay denied reports Monday that she is under investigation for alleged election wrongdoing, then left a Victoria press conference without taking questions.
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