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B.C. government names task force, announces new legislation aimed at improving wildfire response

The task force will be asked to provide “action-oriented recommendations on enhancing emergency preparedness and response in advance of the 2024 wildfire season,” the province said.

Oct 3, 2023 12:43 PM Read more >

Calgary Police Service looks to Metro Vancouver to bolster its ranks

Many police forces across the country, including the Surrey Police Service and Vancouver Police Department, are looking to recruit

Oct 3, 2023 11:30 AM Read more >

Fewer British Columbians think governments are equipped to handle climate crises: poll

Research Co. and Glacier Media polling shows that B.C. residents’ concerns about emergencies are increasing as their confidence in governments falters

Oct 3, 2023 10:15 AM Read more >

Condo sales plummet 17% in Metro Vancouver: Re/Max

‘The cost of living is out of control.’

Oct 3, 2023 8:30 AM Read more >

Victoria mayor urges province to tackle short-term rentals

Housing Minister Ravi Khalon said there would be new legislation this fall to help cities get a better handle on the short-term rental industry.

Oct 3, 2023 8:15 AM Read more >

Lundin Mining says CEO to step down, names Jack Lundin as successor

VANCOUVER — Lundin Mining Corp. says chief executive Peter Rockandel is stepping down at the end of the year.

Oct 2, 2023 3:33 PM Read more >

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Bank of Canada speech Nicolas Vincent, the external non-executive deputy governor of the Bank of Canada, will give a speech to the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolit

Oct 1, 2023 7:00 AM Read more >

Recruitment professionals facing ‘unprecedented’ challenges in tight market

Getting clear, creative and connected can help employers address resource needs

Sep 29, 2023 8:20 AM Read more >

COVID and flu shots to be offered in B.C. starting Oct. 10; masking in hospitals returns next week

“We need and we want everyone, when they’re invited to do so, to get vaccinated,” said Health Minister Adrian Dix. “It’s important for influenza. It’s important for COVID-19.”

Sep 29, 2023 5:30 AM Read more >

B.C. mayor sounds alarm over 'rampant' crime at local port, as expansion looms

The federal government's failure to fund a police force dedicated to Canada's ports is a threat to national security that needs to be dealt with immediately, says Delta, B.C., Mayor George Harvie.

Sep 28, 2023 5:06 PM Read more >