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

Politics Emily Joveski -
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.

B.C. NDP approval slides amid backlash over DRIPA, says new poll

Politics Emily Joveski -
An Angus Reid poll suggests the B.C. Conservatives have opened a double-digit lead over the governing NDP, as Premier David Eby’s approval rating drops amid controversy over Indigenous rights legislation.

Senior B.C. officials push back on claims that a minister is under investigation for collaboration with China

Politics Emily Joveski -
Premier David Eby said he has never been briefed on any investigation into a B.C. cabinet minister, rejecting claims by former Vancouver mayor Kennedy Stewart about alleged foreign interference.

B.C. calls for more support as softwood lumber left out of new federal tariff relief

Economy Emily Joveski -
Premier David Eby expressed frustration Monday that the federal government’s latest tariff-relief measures do not include support for the softwood lumber industry.

Eby backs off changes to DRIPA this legislative session

Indigenous Emily Joveski -
Premier David Eby said he was wrong to push changes to British Columbia’s Indigenous rights law this spring, as his government backs away from proposed legislation after reaching a new agreement with First Nations leaders.

B.C. government proposes temporary suspension of parts of DRIPA

Politics Emily Joveski -
Premier David Eby says British Columbia plans to temporarily suspend parts of its Indigenous rights law following backlash from First Nations leaders over proposed changes.

MLA Hon Chan says he doesn’t plan to resign as he faces assault charges

Politics Emily Joveski -
Richmond Centre MLA Hon Chan said he has no immediate plans to resign after being charged with offences related to intimate partner violence.

MLA Hon Chan removed from B.C. Conservatives after domestic violence allegations

Politics Emily Joveski -
The B.C. Conservatives said they have removed Richmond Centre MLA Hon Chan from caucus after learning about domestic violence allegations against him.

Musqueam agreement won’t impact private property in B.C., Ottawa says

Indigenous Emily Joveski -
The Musqueam Indian Band and federal officials say a recent rights recognition agreement covering parts of the Vancouver area does not affect private property rights.

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B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

Economy
British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

Kootenay unemployment rate dips to 4.9% in September

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The jobless rate in the Kootenays stood at 4.9 per cent in September, down from 5.8 per cent the previous month and six per cent a year earlier.

Blue eyed beauty ready for adoption at BC SPCA

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Meet Blue, our Summit Radio Pet of the Week from the BC SPCA West Kootenay Branch, in Castlegar!

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

2026 BC Election
B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.
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