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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
Teenagers are getting mental health advice from TikTok

Teenagers are getting mental health advice from TikTok

Sandstone Care examined news reports and academic studies to determine how teenagers are getting mental health advice from TikTok.
Puck-struck roller hockey mom to keep $1 million award, rules B.C. court

Puck-struck roller hockey mom to keep $1 million award, rules B.C. court

Sherry Lynn Matthews was watching her son play in a roller hockey game at Langford’s Eagle Ridge Hockey Arena when she was struck in the head by a puck.