Tag: Federal Budget 2026

B.C’s forestry leaders welcome federal funding, but say more action is needed

Economy Teryn Midzain -
The BC Council of Forest Industries say it welcomes the $6.5 billion investment that the feds will be providing to the forestry industy; however, the forestry leaders say more actions are needed to stay competitive.

Federal budget proposes grocery benefit top-up, projects $62.3-billion deficit

National John White -
Millions of Canadians could receive another one-time grocery benefit payment early next year under a federal budget that projects a $62.3-billion deficit in 2026-27.

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What’s in the federal budget for B.C.?

Economy
B.C. political leaders are weighing in on the latest federal budget, which proposes billions in investments for forestry, mining, energy and infrastructure projects across the province.

Smithers teacher featured in national book celebrating educators

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A Smithers high school teacher was highlighted in a new book celebrating teachers in Canada.

Big drop in the Cariboo region’s year-over-year unemployment rate

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The Cariboo region's year-over-year unemployment rate dropped by more than 3% in October !

B.C’s forestry leaders welcome federal funding, but say more action is needed

Economy
The BC Council of Forest Industries say it welcomes the $6.5 billion investment that the feds will be providing to the forestry industy; however, the forestry leaders say more actions are needed to stay competitive.
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