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Les Leyne: It will take more than 'lots of sunshine' to lure Canadians to California

Les Leyne: It will take more than 'lots of sunshine' to lure Canadians to California

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced an ad campaign aimed at stemming the noticeable drop in Canadian visits to the U.S. and encouraging “northern neighbours” to visit his state
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Rob Shaw: Rustad wants a pay bump for MLAs. Does he have a point?

Rob Shaw: Rustad wants a pay bump for MLAs. Does he have a point?

Politicians face a third pay freeze, even as staffers see major increases. Are we asking public servants to do too much for too little?
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Mario Canseco: Carney overtakes Poilievre as most trusted on the economy, says poll

Mario Canseco: Carney overtakes Poilievre as most trusted on the economy, says poll

Research Co. survey reveals Canadians are placing more trust in the new Liberal leader to manage the country's finances
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Adrian Raeside cartoon: Stripping all U.S. content from the B.C. government

Adrian Raeside cartoon: Stripping all U.S. content from the B.C. government

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Les Leyne: Minister says U.S. customers 'fearful' of protesting duties

Les Leyne: Minister says U.S. customers 'fearful' of protesting duties

U.S. organizations and businesses that will have to deal with increased lumber prices when higher duties hit seem reluctant to speak up, fearing retribution from the Trump administration
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Rob Shaw: New CentreBC party may offer soft landing to the politically homeless

Rob Shaw: New CentreBC party may offer soft landing to the politically homeless

Former MLA Karin Kirkpatrick hopes to catch the fallout from Conservative infighting and NDP overspending
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Opinion: Infertility Support 101 — what women want to hear (and what they don't)

Opinion: Infertility Support 101 — what women want to hear (and what they don't)

By making small but intentional shifts in how we communicate, we can help ensure that individuals experiencing infertility feel supported rather than dismissed or pressured.
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New West reporter reflects on 35 years of community news

New West reporter reflects on 35 years of community news

Longtime New West Record reporter Theresa McManus reflects on her newspaper career.
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Rob Shaw: TransLink’s future may ride on a vehicle levy for Metro Vancouver

Rob Shaw: TransLink’s future may ride on a vehicle levy for Metro Vancouver

The province is crafting a new transit funding tool for 2027. With other ideas ruled out, Lower Mainland drivers could soon foot the bill.
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Opinion: Canada's aging population — the unspoken ballot box issue

Opinion: Canada's aging population — the unspoken ballot box issue

Canada's overall population is older than ever. As more baby boomers retire in the coming years, policymakers will need to consider how they can meet the needs of an older population.
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