Economy, Law & Politics

Students benefit from filing a tax return even if they don't make a lot of money

Lower income doesn’t mean lower priority when it comes to filing a tax return.

Apr 16, 2024 7:16 AM Read more >

Most Canadians think economy, health care worse under Trudeau, according to poll

Public perception shifts from approval to disappointment in Trudeau's leadership

Apr 16, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

More transparency, communication needed from health authorities: UBC prof

Dr. Jude Kornelsen says systemic issues hinder effectiveness of B.C.'s health authorities.

Apr 16, 2024 5:00 AM Read more >

Les Leyne: Lawyers gearing up for fight over Legal Professions Act

B.C.’s proposed Legal Professions Act cuts into lawyers’ lucrative turf and reduces their control over their own oversight. But the complaints go beyond that.

Apr 16, 2024 3:45 AM Read more >

What will be the economic impact of the next total solar eclipse in B.C.?

A total solar eclipse generates an economic boom.

Apr 15, 2024 6:30 PM Read more >

Guilty pleas entered in stock fraud case involving Canadian 'entities'

U.S. officials alleged Jonathan Mikula illegally promoted U.S.-listed public company Emerald Health Pharmaceuticals, which has significant ties to British Columbia.

Apr 15, 2024 6:00 PM Read more >

B.C. port terminal among sites blocked in co-ordinated pro-Palestinian protests

DELTA, B.C. — A blockade by pro-Palestinian protesters at a major port terminal in Metro Vancouver disrupted operations for several hours before dispersing on Monday.

Apr 15, 2024 3:35 PM Read more >

Singh defends NDP carbon price position — without directly supporting a consumer levy

OTTAWA — The federal leader of the New Democrats spent Monday insisting his party's position on carbon pricing remains unchanged.

Apr 15, 2024 3:08 PM Read more >

Early tax filers among first to receive 2024 Canada carbon rebates

Those who filed their taxes since March 15 will see their first instalment on May 15, while those filing after Monday will have to wait until June or July.

Apr 15, 2024 2:36 PM Read more >

Here's what the Liberals have promised will be in the federal budget on Tuesday

OTTAWA — Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland is set to present the federal budget on Tuesday after a countrywide tour that teased many of the housing and affordability measures to be included in the document.

Apr 15, 2024 1:23 PM Read more >