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Former cabinet minister appeals to Elections BC to register New Liberal Party of BC

Former cabinet minister appeals to Elections BC to register New Liberal Party of BC

VANCOUVER — The suspension of BC United's election campaign left centrist voters in British Columbia "orphaned," and a new provincial party under the Liberal brand is needed, says former federal cabinet minister Herb Dhaliwal.
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Two escape after plane crashes and burns at Qualicum Beach airport

Two escape after plane crashes and burns at Qualicum Beach airport

The Transportation Safety Board said it was told the landing gear collapsed on the plane, which it identified as a privately registered Globe Aircraft Corp. GC-1B
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Metro Vancouver transit facing 'drastic cuts,' mayors say

Metro Vancouver transit facing 'drastic cuts,' mayors say

Port Coquitlam Mayor Brad West didn’t rule out fare increases, saying the public understands the issue
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CBSA seizes liquid meth bound for export to Australia

CBSA seizes liquid meth bound for export to Australia

The estimated street value of the bust is $2 million
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B.C. 'fell so short' in Doukhobor pay, communication after apology: ombudsperson

B.C. 'fell so short' in Doukhobor pay, communication after apology: ombudsperson

A statement from Jay Chalke says the government is being vague about who is eligible for promised compensation, and its communication is so inconsistent and unclear that survivors are coming to his office for help.
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B.C. out-of-pocket health care costs can drive some into poverty

B.C. out-of-pocket health care costs can drive some into poverty

People travelling to Vancouver for transplants were spending an average of $44,624 for the care.
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B.C. nurse suspended for stealing drugs for own use

B.C. nurse suspended for stealing drugs for own use

B.C.’s College of Nurses and Midwives says nurse also accessed information of patients not under their care.
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Ministry gives extensions to 21 B.C. communities to comply with new housing laws

Ministry gives extensions to 21 B.C. communities to comply with new housing laws

Some municipalities struggling to meet provincial deadlines for greater density
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B.C. election now a coin toss between NDP and Conservatives, polling reveals

B.C. election now a coin toss between NDP and Conservatives, polling reveals

BC United's self-destruction has created a two-party race ahead of the Oct. 19 vote, according to Research Co.
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B.C. municipalities lay out provincial election wish list

B.C. municipalities lay out provincial election wish list

UBCM says B.C. cities, towns overwhelmed by cost pressures that can't be supported by property taxes
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