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B.C. premier bidding 'good riddance' to slain serial killer undermines rule of law, say experts

B.C. premier bidding 'good riddance' to slain serial killer undermines rule of law, say experts

'Let’s not beat around the bush,' B.C. Premier David Eby and Minister of Public Safety are 'approving murder,' says prison law expert Tom Engel at the Canadian Prison Law Association.
Here's where to find the cheapest gas in New West

Here's where to find the cheapest gas in New West

Fuel prices are still on the downward trend in New West — 20 cents in two weeks.
Flat tax on big polluters could fund basic income, finds UBC study

Flat tax on big polluters could fund basic income, finds UBC study

Authors say flat tax on companies who release carbon emissions and overexploit natural resources could largely fund a basic income program, while boosting Canada's GDP by $541 billion
Police on the hunt for owner of wedding ring found at Tofino beach

Police on the hunt for owner of wedding ring found at Tofino beach

The ring was found near the access path at Cox Beach by “an out-of-town Good Samaritan,” police said
After a wildfire, the trauma continues

After a wildfire, the trauma continues

Some who suffered through evacuations 10 years ago are still processing and navigating the experience.
Rob Shaw: BC United pitches cash subsidies as $10 child care remains elusive

Rob Shaw: BC United pitches cash subsidies as $10 child care remains elusive

Kevin Falcon makes multimillion-dollar pledge to revolutionize child-care spaces
John Ducker: You can be too cautious behind the wheel

John Ducker: You can be too cautious behind the wheel

Driving too slowly, braking suddenly or giving up your right of way can be dangerous to everyone on the road
Most Canadians back farmer carbon tax exemption, poll finds

Most Canadians back farmer carbon tax exemption, poll finds

CTF Prairie Director: "Canadians know that keeping costs down for farmers helps lower costs at the grocery store for all of us."
Opinion: How shopper behaviour is changing in a post-inflation world

Opinion: How shopper behaviour is changing in a post-inflation world

With inflation finally starting to stabilize in Canada, a new type of consumer has emerged, marked by value consciousness, digital savviness and a preference for experiences over material goods.
Falcon sees BC United victory despite polls, defections

Falcon sees BC United victory despite polls, defections

The BC United leader told Victoria business leaders on Thursday he’s confident the party will win a majority in this fall’s provincial election