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Rob Shaw: Freeland 'dismayed' by BC Ferries deal with China

Rob Shaw: Freeland 'dismayed' by BC Ferries deal with China

Federal transportation minister slams B.C. in a newly released letter over security, funding, transparency concerns
Letter: Former fire official criticizes BC Wildfire Service response to Dryden Creek blaze

Letter: Former fire official criticizes BC Wildfire Service response to Dryden Creek blaze

As the Dryden Creek wildfire tripled in size within days, a former fire protection officer is calling out the BC Wildfire Service for what he describes as a weak and delayed aerial response.
The Outsider: Learning to live with fire

The Outsider: Learning to live with fire

'With the spring and summer seasons as hot and dry as they are now, I know this won’t be the first time I’ll be on edge about a wildfire encroaching on my community'
Rob Shaw: BC NDP turns legal firepower on multinationals tied to opioid crisis

Rob Shaw: BC NDP turns legal firepower on multinationals tied to opioid crisis

Attorney general says class action against McKinsey & Co. marks next step in campaign to hold global firms responsible for addiction harms
Opinion: Kids care deeply about our planet, so adults need to start listening

Opinion: Kids care deeply about our planet, so adults need to start listening

A recent survey finds that many kids understand that individual action alone is not enough, and most recognize that systemic accountability is necessary to tackle the climate crisis.
Squamish letter: District urged to negotiate for hospitals, transit before new housing

Squamish letter: District urged to negotiate for hospitals, transit before new housing

A concerned resident is calling on the District of Squamish to demand critical infrastructure investments—including hospitals, transit, and emergency planning—before complying with the province’s aggressive new housing targets.
Kirk LaPointe: Carney and Eby push speed over scrutiny in power-grab legislation

Kirk LaPointe: Carney and Eby push speed over scrutiny in power-grab legislation

Two fast-tracked bills centralize authority, bypass democratic checks and threaten Indigenous consultation under the guise of urgent reform
Squamish opinion: Shop local, avoid the ugly cry

Squamish opinion: Shop local, avoid the ugly cry

A pricey online purchase, international shipping fees, and costly alterations couldn’t save this mother-of-the-groom from fashion disappointment. But a spontaneous visit to a local shop changed everything.
Squamish editorial: No homes lost in Dryden Creek fire thanks to co-ordinated response

Squamish editorial: No homes lost in Dryden Creek fire thanks to co-ordinated response

The fight against wildfires is often judged by containment numbers. But when it comes to the recent blaze near Squamish, many say true success lies in what wasn’t lost.
Opinion: Wildfire smoke can harm your brain, not just your lungs

Opinion: Wildfire smoke can harm your brain, not just your lungs

Wildfire smoke doesn't just darken the skies — it harms the brain, especially in those most vulnerable.