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Eby and B.C. studio boss say film industry shouldn't panic after Trump tariff threat

Eby and B.C. studio boss say film industry shouldn't panic after Trump tariff threat

VICTORIA — Gemma Martini, president of British Columbia's Martini Film Studios, says she's been getting messages of support from American partners after United States President Donald Trump's threat to put a 100 per cent tariff on foreign films.
'Spring dip' causing steep uptick in active B.C. wildfires: BCWS information officer

'Spring dip' causing steep uptick in active B.C. wildfires: BCWS information officer

VANCOUVER — The number of wildfires in British Columbia has roughly doubled over the past several days, but an information officer with the BC Wildfire Service says the activity can be attributed to the annual "spring dip.
Peace bond issued to man after Vancouver journalist left ‘terrified’

Peace bond issued to man after Vancouver journalist left ‘terrified’

A reporter claims he was threatened, stalked and was fearful he'd be injured.
B.C. fusion company lays off staff, scales back reactor work amid funding crunch

B.C. fusion company lays off staff, scales back reactor work amid funding crunch

General Fusion says market uncertainty stands in the way of securing the US$125M it says it needs to help fuel a new generation of clean energy
B.C. seeks more clean power projects, hoping to reduce U.S. reliance

B.C. seeks more clean power projects, hoping to reduce U.S. reliance

Premier David Eby said the plan helps build a strong foundation for the province and Canada "at a time of external threats to our sovereignty and prosperity."
Wildfire smoke linked to more ER visits for asthma, researchers urge preparedness

Wildfire smoke linked to more ER visits for asthma, researchers urge preparedness

TORONTO — New research that analyzes emergency department visits during Ontario's unprecedented 2023 wildfire season suggests public-health messaging such as air quality advisories and ensuring people have their medication can help asthma sufferers a
B.C. to tap wind, geothermal, hydro in major clean energy push

B.C. to tap wind, geothermal, hydro in major clean energy push

The new call to power would double BC Hydro's plans to build renewable energy and provide a combined 16% boost to the province's electric grid
Updated: 'Don't panic,' Eby tells B.C. film industry after Trump announces tariffs

Updated: 'Don't panic,' Eby tells B.C. film industry after Trump announces tariffs

Trump threatens 100% on foreign-made films, sparking concern for B.C.’s screen sector
Rob Shaw: New B.C. legislation sparks concerns of steamrolling Indigenous rights

Rob Shaw: New B.C. legislation sparks concerns of steamrolling Indigenous rights

Fast-track infrastructure bill raises alarm over reduced environmental and public oversight
Evacuation order rescinded in B.C. wildfire but emergency ongoing

Evacuation order rescinded in B.C. wildfire but emergency ongoing

PRINCE GEORGE — An evacuation order and an evacuation alert for five properties due to a wildfire near Hixon, B.C., has been rescinded.