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Federal government predicts more wildfires than normal this summer
“Sobering.” That is how the federal Minister of Natural Resources describes the outlook for the wildfire season in Canada. Jonathan Wilkinson says the wildfire forecast shows higher than normal...
Federal budget tabled, deficit to continue for foreseeable future
The federal budget will aim to help Canadians struggling with high prices and inflation.A targeted grocery rebate will see low-income residents receive a one-time payment on their GST rebate...
Helly Hansen sweaters recalled over ‘flammability concerns’
A recall for nearly 130,000 Helly Hansen sweaters has been issued because of flammability concerns.The recall notice, issued by Health Canada on Wednesday, warns a variety of Helly Hansen...
Pine-Sol products recalled over bacteria concerns
Here's a heads up if you have a bottle of Pine-Sol sitting around home.The cleaning product is being recalled in Canada and the U.S. because it could be tainted...
Hockey Canada says CEO finished effective immediately, board steps down amid scandal
There's a major shakeup at Hockey Canada.The sport's governing body has announced Chief Executive Officer Scott Smith is leaving the position immediately while the entire board has also...
Prime Minister Trudeau says Canada is in mourning over death of Queen Elizabeth II
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Queen Elizabeth II was a constant presence in our lives.Commenting on her death, Trudeau says Queen Elizabeth II served us all with strength and...
BREAKING: Queen Elizabeth II dies at the age of 96
The longest-reigning British monarch has passed away.Queen Elizabeth II was 96-years-old.Born in 1926 to Prince Albert and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, Elizabeth had little chance of acceding the throne. She...
Hockey Canada says it used money from reserve fund to pay for nine settlements totaling $7.6 million
More revelations in the Hockey Canada hearing.The national governing body for the sport in Canada says they paid out nine settlements from its National Equity Fund, totaling $7.6 million,...
Pope Francis makes public apology for residential school system
Pope Francis is asking for forgiveness for what he calls the evil committed by so many Christians against Indigenous Peoples.Francis says...
Ottawa permanently increasing the Old Age Security pension for the first time since 1973
Eligible Canadian seniors aged 75 and older will see a boost in their pension.Ottawa is permanently increasing the Old...
Ottawa increases Canada Child Benefit
Families across Canada are getting a helping hand dealing with the rising cost of living.Ottawa is increasing the Canada...
U.S. states allowed to ban abortions after Supreme Court decision
The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned Roe vs Wade making way for states to ban abortionsThe move overturns constitutional...
Unvaccinated Canadians allowed to travel domestically and internationally beginning June 20
Unvaccinated Canadians will soon be able to board a plane or train.Federal officials announced Tuesday afternoon that, as of...
Random COVID-19 testing to be suspended at Canadian airports
Mandatory COVID-19 testing for fully vaccinated travellers will soon be temporarily lifted at airports in Canada.Reports say the federal...
Eighteen students killed in mass shooting at Texas elementary school
"When in God's name are we going to stand up to the gun lobby?"That from U.S. President Joe Biden...
Ottawa introduces new benefit with CRB about to end
There's a new option if your Canada Recovery Benefit is about to run out.With CRB coming to an end...
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A taxpayer advocacy group claims some British Columbians pay the highest taxes on gasoline in Canada.
BC craft brewers call for tax reform to support small breweries
The Nelson Brewing Company is among many craft brewers in B.C. urging the provincial government to overhaul its tax structure, saying the current system favours large, foreign-owned companies while straining smaller local operations.
B.C. opening thousands more seats for students this fall
The British Columbia government is promoting thousands of new seats ready for students this school year.
B.C. Hydro encourages energy conservation as temperatures soar
High temperatures that have blanketed parts of British Columbia this week are expected to cool gradually in the coming days.
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