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Electrification plan can empower B.C. to win in the new economy

Electrification plan can empower B.C. to win in the new economy

The province's source of clean power is a clear economic advantage
Trigon terminals in Prince Rupert posted banner year

Trigon terminals in Prince Rupert posted banner year

Exports were up 36 per cent in 2023 over 2022
B.C. freedom of information requests declined after fee imposed

B.C. freedom of information requests declined after fee imposed

In 5,100 cases, the provincial government exceeded the time allowed to respond to a request without any legal authority to do so, a new report has found.
Economic bounceback at the end of 2023 could push back rate cuts, economists say

Economic bounceback at the end of 2023 could push back rate cuts, economists say

OTTAWA — Canada's economy appears to have ended 2023 on a stronger note than expected, which economists say could push back the timeline for interest rate cuts this year. Statistics Canada reported Wednesday the economy grew 0.
Success in B.C. battle for centre-right vote may be defined by age, says polling

Success in B.C. battle for centre-right vote may be defined by age, says polling

The BC Conservatives are polling significantly better among B.C. voters aged 18-34.
Rob Shaw: NDP has little to show for one year after drug decriminalization pilot

Rob Shaw: NDP has little to show for one year after drug decriminalization pilot

Province can point to fewer police interactions, drop in minor drug seizures – but little else
Opinion: Women still face gender inequalities at work post-pandemic

Opinion: Women still face gender inequalities at work post-pandemic

The most recent data from Statistics Canada shows that, while gender inequalities in the workplace remain fairly large between women and men, there are some notable exceptions.
15 Fairy Creek protesters face civil suit from logging company

15 Fairy Creek protesters face civil suit from logging company

Teal Cedar alleges they conspired to harm the logging company
Vancouver park commissioner seeks legal advice over mayor's move to abolish board

Vancouver park commissioner seeks legal advice over mayor's move to abolish board

Green Party's Tom Digby: "We are unfortunately forced into a situation not of our making."
B.C. lawyer alleged to have used AI program for case law

B.C. lawyer alleged to have used AI program for case law

Use of artificial intelligence programs in the legal system must meet the code of conduct requirements of the Law Society of BC, according to society guidance on AI.
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