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Universal free contraception coverage a “huge win” for B.C., say study authors

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A new study found B.C.’s universal contraception program has sharply reduced out-of-pocket costs for patients, with young adults seeing the biggest savings.

B.C. SPCA warns owners to leave pets at home as temperatures soar this weekend

Community Emily Joveski -
As temperatures in parts of B.C. are expected to climb into the low 30s this weekend, the B.C. SPCA is urging people not to leave pets in vehicles and is reminding the public how quickly animals can suffer in the heat.

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B.C. NDP pledges millions for clean energy and climate programs

2026 BC Election
The B.C. NDP is promising millions of dollars in new investments in clean energy and climate programs if re-elected, while warning a Conservative government would roll back environmental protections. 

First Nations leaders call on B.C. Conservatives to drop candidate over alleged residential school denialism

2026 BC Election
First Nations leaders are calling on the B.C. Conservatives to remove a candidate over allegations of residential school denialism.

Prices see little movement as Vancouver Island real estate turns to buyers’ market

Real Estate
The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board recorded 13 per cent fewer home sales in September than a year earlier, while benchmark prices remained relatively stable.

Eby defends family’s use of $10-a-day childcare program

2026 BC Election
B.C. NDP Leader David Eby is facing criticism after confirming his family benefited from a $10-a-day child care program his government froze to new providers.

Great BC Shakeout encourages earthquake preparedness this week

Emergency Services
Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast residents can take part in the Great BC ShakeOut earthquake drill this week.
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