DRIPA backlash grows in BC, business confidence sinks
BC introduced DRIPA as a path toward reconciliation and investment certainty. Nearly seven years later, business confidence is falling, political pressure is mounting, and even supporters are questioning the government’s handling of the law.
TransLink Bus Rapid Transit expansion at impasse, despite approvals
TransLink’s Rapid Transit Program faces major funding hurdles as plans for nine new Bus Rapid Transit lines continue to stall.
BC gained 7,800 jobs, economy still sluggish, survey shows
Despite a slight uptick in employment, BC’s stagnant labour market and fiscal uncertainty point to broader structural issues.
BC legislature opens amid $12B deficit, strike and political turmoil
BC’s fall legislative session opened under a $12-billion deficit, a fifth-week public-sector strike, and growing turmoil in the Conservative opposition.
UVic housing project costs $178M, way above peers in Canada
The BC government announced start of a University of Victoria student housing project. However, its bill to taxpayers is massive.
Metro Vancouver board payouts reach tens of thousands, analysis shows
Some of Metro Vancouver’s board members have received tens of thousands in compensation. The question is whether that is necessary given the current economic climate.
BC homeless count: communities see rise despite $19B housing push
Despite a $19-billion housing push and 93,600 homes since 2017, homelessness rose in 12 of 20 BC communities.
Poll: 62 percent still see Canadian economy as poor, inflation fears persist
The Canadian government’s messaging about economic resilience appears to have done little to temper anxiety about day-to-day costs.
US greenlights Canadian purchase of HIMARS, undercutting 'Canada First' claims
The Canadian government has pledged to distance itself from the US, yet the recent Canada–US HIMARS deal suggests otherwise.
BC awards more funding support for local home building, despite lagging progress
The BC government has announced nine million dollars in new funding to speed up homebuilding. However, delays remain an issue.
BC public sector workforce grew 50 percent since 2016, analysis shows
Since 2016, the BC public sector workforce has expanded by more than 50 percent. While this has increased the scope of government services, it has also added pressure on the province’s public finances.
OPINION: Why are we falling behind America?
Trump’s new H-1B visa policy highlights America’s strength in drawing global talent — while exposing Canada’s failure to compete. But Canada still has the chance to change that.
Elections Canada chief admits ‘unacceptable’ failures in April vote
Canada’s elections chief admits “unacceptable” failures in April’s federal vote — from lost ballots and staff shortages to polls that never opened.
Why do ophthalmologists make so much money in BC?
Ophthalmologists had some of the highest earnings out of every medical field in BC for the last few years. Why?
Eby defends $450K comedian contract as BC runs record deficit
BC Premier David Eby is defending a contract with a comedian to help write speeches — worth up to $450K — as BC runs a record $11.6B deficit.
Eby tied for second-least popular premier as approval hits new low
BC Premier David Eby’s approval rating has fallen to its lowest point since he took office, leaving him tied for second-least popular among Canada’s premiers.
BCGEU strike grows as government standoff continues
The BCGEU strike is escalating as its dispute with the BC government drags on amid fiscal pressures.
Eby urges end to temporary foreign worker program
Despite the province's past reliance on the initiative, BC Premier David Eby has called for the temporary foreign worker program to end.
Canadian immigration on pace to exceed government target, data shows
While Prime Minister Carney has pledged to reduce immigration to Canada, the numbers recently unveiled by the government show a different story.
Canada must catch up to US on domestic manufacturing, says Robertson
Infrastructure Minister Gregor Robertson says Canada needs to catch up with America on domestic manufacturing. A task that appears harder than it seems.
Canadians are avoiding America at an unprecedented rate
As summer 2025 winds down, rising tensions between the United States and Canada have fuelled a noticeable Canadian boycott of American goods and services.