To support people and prevent the spread of COVID-19, the province is introducing a new temporary rental supplement, halting evictions and freezing rents, among other…
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B.C. outlines first steps for support to people, businesses
The B.C. government this afternoon has announced that those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic will be in line for $5 billion in income supports, tax…
Chambers reiterate steadfast support for province
Federal Finance Minister Bill Morneau March 18 unveiled the first phase of Canada’s ‘Economic Response Plan,’ – which includes $27 billion in direct support and…
B.C. shutting schools
The B.C. Government this afternoon (March 17) announced that all public schools will be closed in order to help halt the spread of the novel…
UNDRIP adoption changed the rules in B.C.
Letter to the Editor Most Canadians, if asked, would say we are a fair, liberal and reasonable people. But we are, in truth, rather smug, mainly…
Forestry woes produce government funds for tourism
In an attempt to assuage some of the pain felt by rural communities affected by mill closures throughout the province, the B.C. Ministry of Tourism,…
Victoria promising lower ICBC premiums and more
B.C.’s Ministry of Attorney General this morning announced that legislation will be introduced in the coming weeks that will lower ICBC premiums by approximately 20%…
Time for the Premier to listen to rural British Columbians
By Doug Clovechok Op-Ed Commentary After almost three years in office, Premier John Horgan finally took his first tour to a region that has seen…
We demand a full accounting for big game failure
Letter to the Editor The following is a copy of a letter sent to Premier John Horgan: Over three decades ago the East Kootenay was…
Premier’s cabinet shuffle includes Mungall
Premier John Horgan has this morning shuffled his cabinet and Nelson-Creston MLA Michelle Mungall is being transferred as Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources…