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With official status, BC Conservatives aim high for 2024 election

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Written By Geoff Russ
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The Conservative Party of BC will enter the Fall legislative session with official party status, making it the first time since 1996 that four parties will be recognized in the…

Eby’s support for detox proposal a ray of hope for northwest

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Written By Fran Yanor
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“If you severed your femoral artery, they wouldn’t put you on a bus with a tourniquet and send you to Prince George for vascular surgery.”  ––James Cordeiro Last week, Premier…

BC promises ‘action’ as municipalities struggle to deliver housing

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Written By Northern Beat staff
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Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon had scant details for local leaders at the annual Union of BC Municipalities conference about what exactly is coming in his housing legislation when the session…

Income, affordability draw newcomers to rural centres

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Written By Keith Norbury
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“More and more people will work remotely … [living] in this giant house in the hinterland enjoying a full and proper lifestyle. That’s what’s coming.” ––Richard Kurland While the majority…