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Five MLAs readmitted to B.C. Conservative caucus by new interim leader

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B.C. Conservative interim leader Lorne Doerkson has welcomed five former caucus members back to the party.

B.C. legislators close out spring session with DRIPA questions still unresolved

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The British Columbia legislature wrapped up its spring session Thursday with the NDP government facing criticism over its shifting approach to Indigenous rights legislation, a record deficit and pipeline tensions with Alberta.

B.C. NDP approval slides amid backlash over DRIPA, says new poll

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An Angus Reid poll suggests the B.C. Conservatives have opened a double-digit lead over the governing NDP, as Premier David Eby’s approval rating drops amid controversy over Indigenous rights legislation.

Senior B.C. officials push back on claims that a minister is under investigation for collaboration with China

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Premier David Eby said he has never been briefed on any investigation into a B.C. cabinet minister, rejecting claims by former Vancouver mayor Kennedy Stewart about alleged foreign interference.

B.C. calls for more support as softwood lumber left out of new federal tariff relief

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Premier David Eby expressed frustration Monday that the federal government’s latest tariff-relief measures do not include support for the softwood lumber industry.

Eby backs off changes to DRIPA this legislative session

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Premier David Eby said he was wrong to push changes to British Columbia’s Indigenous rights law this spring, as his government backs away from proposed legislation after reaching a new agreement with First Nations leaders.

Eby backs down on confidence vote tied to DRIPA bill

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The NDP government is retreating from a plan for a confidence motion on a bill to suspend parts of British Columbia’s landmark reconciliation law.

B.C. government proposes temporary suspension of parts of DRIPA

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Premier David Eby says British Columbia plans to temporarily suspend parts of its Indigenous rights law following backlash from First Nations leaders over proposed changes.

MLA Hon Chan says he doesn’t plan to resign as he faces assault charges

Politics Emily Joveski -
Richmond Centre MLA Hon Chan said he has no immediate plans to resign after being charged with offences related to intimate partner violence.

MLA Hon Chan removed from B.C. Conservatives after domestic violence allegations

Politics Emily Joveski -
The B.C. Conservatives said they have removed Richmond Centre MLA Hon Chan from caucus after learning about domestic violence allegations against him.

Musqueam agreement won’t impact private property in B.C., Ottawa says

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The Musqueam Indian Band and federal officials say a recent rights recognition agreement covering parts of the Vancouver area does not affect private property rights.

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The BC Coroners Service has reported 40 drug-toxicity deaths on Vancouver Island in July and August.

Island Link Partnership connect Hullo Ferry to Campbell River, Courtenay, Parksville

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Hullo Ferries and IslandLink Bus Services have partnered to make car-free trips to downtown Vancouver easier for people travelling from Campbell River, Courtenay and Parksville.

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.
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