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Five MLAs readmitted to B.C. Conservative caucus by new interim leader

B.C. Conservative interim leader Lorne Doerkson has welcomed five former caucus members back to the party.

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

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

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

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

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.

Eby backs down on confidence vote tied to DRIPA bill

The NDP government is retreating from a plan for a confidence motion on a bill to suspend parts of British Columbia’s landmark reconciliation law.

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

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

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

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

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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Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

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

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

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

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

B.C. Conservatives drop Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate over racist social media posts

The B.C. Conservatives have dropped their Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate after racist social media posts and comments appearing to support violence surfaced.
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