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Because of the record-setting wildfire season.

Federal government to remove GST on new build construction slated for rental

And promise to crack down on grocery chains jacking up prices.

BC begins restricting drug decriminalization policy starting with playgrounds

As well as spray pools and wading pools and skate parks.

BC United Party calls out NDP policy for creating ‘revolving door of justice’

The NDPs say it’s hard to take them seriously.

Conservatives lead polls in BC halfway through Prime Minister Trudeau’s current term

Trudeau is only the third most popular leader in the province.

NDP leader Jagmeet Singh visiting Victoria to talk affordable housing and cost-of-living

Here’s where he’ll be during his visit.

The votes are in: BC NDP victorious in the Langford-Juan de Fuca by-election

They also won their by-election in Vancouver.

BC Conservative by-election candidate called out for transphobic behaviour

By both the BC NDP and Green Parties.

BC becomes first province with universal coverage for those with opioid addiction

Over 1,600 paid out of pocket for this treatment in 2021.

Polls show BC NDPs have more support than ever over the last three months

Premier Eby’s approval rate is sitting at 59%.

BC notifies Instagram and other big tech firms of new intimate image regulations

To prevent anyone from suffering the same fate as Amanda Todd.

Frustrated 5th Street Pub could get to keep their patio following popular petition

The Beagle was also left out of the original bylaw.

Petition launched after Indigenous couple’s baby taken by province at Victoria hospital

They’ve been camped out on the Legislature grounds in protest.

‘Clearly not the case’: Twitter labels CBC as ‘Government-funded Media’

Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is responsible.

‘Way more than just a new name’: BC Liberals officially rebrand to BC United...

They hope David Eby won’t call a snap-election.

Race to replace John Horgan in Langford-Juan de Fuca riding begins

Meet the candidates.

5 ways Canada’s Budget 2023 could save you some cash

Free dental care, grocery rebates and more!
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VicPD butts heads with Victoria and Esquimalt councils over proposed budget

The police force sought a 10% increase, while other departments are seeking 7%.

‘Words have a powerful effect’: BC to become first province to ‘de-gender’ the government

To remove barriers trans and non-binary folks face.

Supreme Court Justice and UVic alum put on leave for ‘alleged conduct’

He got his Bachelor of Laws at UVic.

BC proposes new law to protect those like Amanda Todd from being sextorted

Amanda Todd’s story is all too familiar.

10 things you need to know about the BC NDP’s 2023 budget

Free birth control, renter’s credit and more!

Nurse practitioners in BC can now order involuntary admission for psychiatric patients

VicPD says this will benefit them too.

Premier Eby announces new measures to protect old growth in BC

BC Green Party agrees with the plan.

‘Basic human right’: Promise of free birth control in BC has yet to be...

John Horgan promised free contraception in 2020.
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Crystal Pool’s ‘crumbling facility’ may finally get long-awaited replacement

The facility was built in 1971.

BC’s throne speech focuses on healthcare, safety, and affordability

“Many feel they’re just getting by and not getting ahead.”

There will be a rally in support of people with eating disorders at the...

Marking the last day of Eating Disorder Awareness Week.
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BC gets funding boost in effort to help combat landlord/tenant disputes

The $15.6 million injection will bring in 50 new full-time employees.

Langford votes unanimously to adopt new restrictive tree protection bylaw

It’ll protect 25 to 30% of trees not covered by development policies.

BC Premier Eby revealed his cabinet members at Victoria’s Government House today

13 of the 28 ministers are newcomers to the cabinet table.

Climate protesters attend BC’s cabinet swearing-in ceremony in Victoria

They are protesting ongoing and proposed LNG projects.
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Premier Eby announces $230 million in funding for specialized police in BC

The funding will help staff rural police forces.

Concerns over affordability arise following BC’s new housing initiatives

Low-income housing is the city's greatest need.

BC Premier David Eby announces new provincial ministry to solely handle housing

He’ll announce the minister on December 7th.

BC government introduces two new measures to address housing crisis

Renters and homeowners alike will benefit.

BC reveals plans to address repeat violent offenders and expansion of mental health crisis...

“Everyone deserves to feel safe in their community.”

David Eby reveals two cost-of-living credits in first move as premier of BC

Between the two, families could get $510.

David Eby officially sworn in as BC’s 37th premier during historic ceremony

Both will put money in British Columbians’ pockets.

BC Liberal Party officially changing their name to BC United

The change will take effect early in the new year.

7 Vancouver Island Métis communities to benefit from $7.1 million funding announcement

To support job-ready skills training within the province.

Victoria council candidate and former Saanich mayor fined by Elections BC

The two combined fines equal $250.

Lisa Helps looks back on 8 years as mayor and shares hopes for new...

Mayor Marianne Alto has been sworn-in.
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Victoria’s newly elected mayor and councillors to be sworn in this Thursday

It’ll be streamed online!