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B.C.’s new premier sworn in, offers energy bill reliefÂ
Premier David Eby offered B.C. residents a break on their power bills as he was sworn in today, making him the 37th premier in the province's history.This came after...
New rules to strengthen homebuyer protection
The B.C. government is introducing a protection period so homebuyers don't feel pressured into making a purchase they may regret.The new rules will see a three-day period given to...
‘Asleep at the switch’: Premiers call for more support for healthcare and affordability
Premiers across Canada met in person for the first time in two years to discuss issues around healthcare, affordability, labour and supply chains and are calling on the federal...
Province invests in anti-abuse sports program
The B.C. government is providing $500,000 to viaSport’s Play Safe B.C. program to address harassment, abuse and discrimination in amateur sports in the province.Provincial officials say the program focuses...
Horgan to step down as premier
John Horgan has announced he's stepping down as B.C's premier.Horgan says his health problems this past year have made him reevaluate his future in office.“As we reach the mid-point...
Province investing in public library improvements
The B.C. government is providing a one-time investment of $8 million to public libraries for COVID-19 relief and recovery.The money is being spread among 71 libraries to enhance services...
Ninety-four per cent of health professionals fully vaccinated in B.C.
The B.C. government is reporting that approximately 94 per cent of healthcare workers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or medically exempt.This accounts for 17 of the 18 health regulatory...
Province orders investigation into prolific offenders
The B.C. government has hired two experts to investigate and write a report on the actions needed to deal with prolific offenders and random violent attacks.Provincial officials say British...
Province reports increase in surgeries completed
The B.C. government is reporting the most surgeries completed in a year in the province's history.According to the B.C....
Province conducting emergency alert test tomorrow
The B.C. government will be testing the newly updated wireless alerting system tomorrow at 1:55 p.m. (Pacific time).Previously the...
Province introducing anti-racism data act
The B.C. government is introducing a new act with the goal of dismantling systemic racism and discrimination in B.C.Provincial...
Province updating disaster financial assistance program
The B.C. government is making "significant changes" to the province's disaster financial assistance program so more people can access...
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Multiple Evacuation Alerts and Orders Lifted in Cariboo Fire Centre
The Evacuation Orders in the Beef Trail Creek Area and Area 2, the Dusty Lake Area, and Charlotte Lake Area have been Lifted by local First Nations Bands and the Cariboo Regional District on September 16.
Overton, Suapa secure commitments from varsity hockey programs
The Capitals begin their regular season with a four game showcase in Surrey from September 26th to 28th against the Vancouver Island Seals (twice), the Fraser Valley Rush and Greater Vancouver Comets.
Public sector workers escalate job action as strike enters third week
The B.C. General Employees Union and the Professional Employees Association are escalating job action as their members enter a third week of strikes.Â
B.C. approves environmental certificate for massive LNG project on northern coast
British Columbia has given the green light to a floating liquified natural gas (LNG) export facility on B.C.’s northern coast.Â
BC Transit wants to hear from Cariboo riders
BC Transit invites rider feedback on their rider's guide.
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