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Vancouver mayor slams B.C. government over lack of involuntary care bedsVancouver Mayor Ken Sim is lashing out at the B.C. government about funding new involuntary care beds, but not 'where they're needed most.'PoliticsJul 13
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B.C. government pursues legal action against OpenAI after Tumbler Ridge mass shootingThe province said it has retained CFM Lawyers in Vancouver and Stranch, Jennings & Garvey, in California, to explore all legal avenues to hold OpenAI accountable.CrimeJul 7
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B.C. government approves Red Chris mine expansion projectThe Red Chris mine is a copper and gold mine 18 kilometres southeast of Iskut and the expansion is expected to deliver lasting benefits for the Tahltan Nation.PoliticsJun 19
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Mining industry takes issue with B.C. government extending pause on new mineral claimsThe government says it needs more time to complete land-use planning and determine where future mining and conservation can occur.PoliticsJun 4
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‘Completely ridiculous’: $547,000 in B.C. government funding for 2 tenants in Vancouver SROFrom at least late March to mid-May, there were only two tenants at the Colonial Hotel at 122 Water Street in Gastown, as the SRO operated by Atira prepared to close.CanadaMay 22
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B.C. government’s DRIPA legislation at centre of court challengeThree years ago, the Líl̓wat Nation purchased a majority stake in a hydro plant near Whistler, which has enough electricity to power 3,500 homes.PoliticsMay 19
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B.C. government paid over half a million dollars for 2 tenants in Vancouver SROThe province now says that Atira, which was managing the SRO, received $3.9 million from BC Housing during the fiscal year ending on March 31.PoliticsMay 20
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B.C. government banning ownership of exotic cat breedsThe B.C. government says non-native cats can pose a risk to wildlife and public safety. Owners will need a permit by May 1, 2027, to keep their pets with certain restrictions.CanadaMay 1
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B.C. government wants feds to take lead on youth social media banThe B.C. government says it wants the federal government to take the lead on a social media ban for youth. But not everyone is convinced.TechMay 1
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B.C. government cracking down on gun violence linked to organized crimeNew regulations, coming into effect on Oct. 1, will bring the Firearm Violence Prevention Act into force. It's the first of its kind in Canada, according to the government.CrimeApr 27
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Critics blast B.C., federal government condo ‘bailout’Last week, Mark Carney said the government will 'leverage innovative financing tools from Build Canada Homes to convert thousands of vacant condos into affordable homes.'PoliticsJun 22
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American firm looks to close B.C. plant and government might get involvedThe Arkansas firm Central Moloney Inc. says it is consolidating its Canadian operations, meaning the loss of 43 B.C. jobs by the end of August.EconomyJul 11
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Resident remains in Granville Street SRO past deadline to move outThe NDP government and BC Housing confirmed on Wednesday that one resident is still living at the Luugat on Granville Street in Vancouver.PoliticsJul 15
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B.C. government considering new hydroelectric project as energy demand growsEnergy Minister Adrian Dix laid out a plan on Monday afternoon detailing how BC Hydro could meet the rising demand, including investing more in hydroelectricity.PoliticsJun 15
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Wildfire season is not as perilous as last year: officialsOfficials previously warned on May 28 that “significant wildfire activity” was expected in B.C. this month in the government's wildfire season preparedness and outlook for 2026.CanadaJul 9
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B.C. settles legal debt with ex-official convicted in ‘quick wins’ vote scandalThe B.C. government is forgiving $340,000 in legal debt owed by a former official convicted of using public office to help the B.C. Liberals.PoliticsJul 15
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Alberta government planning questioned after 2nd health-care decision backtrackAfter being forced to backtrack on two controversial health care decisions, questions are being raised about the effectiveness of the Alberta government's planning process.HealthJun 23
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Saskatchewan boosts disaster aid in response to storm-packed spring and summerIncreased benefits are being put in place to help residents after stormy spring and summer seasons, the Saskatchewan government announced Thursday.Weather11 hours
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B.C. will not fight decision in court if pipeline is built from Alberta to the coast: EbyB.C. Premier David Eby made it clear on Thursday that if a pipeline is built from Alberta to B.C.'s coast, the provincial government will not fight that decision.PoliticsJul 2
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B.C.’s Eby compares condo plan to ‘liquidation’ at below construction costsThe plan on conversion of unsold condos in B.C. was part of $5-billion infrastructure spending announcement the federal and provincial governments announced last month.CanadaJul 3