93 m. ago 'Relentless and remorseless': David Eby promises new jobs plan will supercharge B.C.'s economic growth

B.C.'s new jobs plan includes spending on skills training, expansion of shipbuilding and doubling employment in life sciences

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2 h. ago Costco selling exclusive lottery tickets is unfair, say small B.C. retailers

Costco stores in B.C. are getting exclusive rights to sell Scratch and Win tickets called 20 Dollar Hit, along with special Christmas lottery packages.

Economics

2 h. ago NDP finances in far better shape than B.C.'s under its watch

Vaughn Palmer: NDP treasurer talking about paying off party debt and piling up surpluses a stark contrast with how the current leadership manages provincial finances

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2 h. ago What’s next for the Vancouver Whitecaps on TV? MLS and Apple redo their deal

The Sport Market's Tom Mayenknecht suggest an even greater local TV presence, explaining 'I just think that they're losing the opportunity to bring in a lot of casual fans'

Culture

3 h. ago Blood Tribe police investigating crash in Alberta they say targeted pedestrians

Police on the Kanai Nation in Alberta accuse driver of pickup truck of intentionally targeting and seriously injuring pedestrians in crash on Oct. 10.

Events

3 h. ago Vancouver mulls digital billboards at key locations for new revenue

Finding new ways to raise money are among the steps the city is taking as part of efforts to make cuts to prevent a property tax increase for next year

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4 h. ago Spirit Blockchain Capital Inc. Provides Corporate Update on Business Strategy and Clarifies Operating Model

Vancouver, British Columbia, Nov. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spirit Blockchain Capital Inc. (CSE: SPIR) (“Spirit” or the “Company”) is providing this corporate update to describe the Company’s current operating business and its execution of the business model and disclosures set out in the Company’s non-offering long form prospectus dated August 8, 2022 (the “Prospectus”). […]

Economics

4 h. ago Gold Reserve Announces Appointment of New Chair of the Board

PEMBROKE, Bermuda — Gold Reserve Ltd. (TSX.V: GRZ) (BSX: GRZ.BH) (OTCQX: GDRZF) (“Gold Reserve” or the “Company”) today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Michael Johnston as the new Chair of the Board, effective immediately. Mr. Johnston succeeds Robert Cohen, who is stepping down from his role as Chair and director after many […]

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5 h. ago Opinion: Vancouver goes small: The city risks big new problems with its proposed turn to austerity

Stewart Prest: Austerity budgets save some money in the short term, but have long-term costs, both financial and otherwise

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5 h. ago Montreal's Chinatown laments closing of legendary Wing Noodles

“It’s a part of Chinatown’s history but also Montreal’s history,” said CRARR director Fo Niemi, amid worries about the building's future.

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7 h. ago Opinion: A step forward, miles to go: The truth about ending the province's spousal cap

Spencer van Vloten: The rule that essentially cuts off people with disabilities from much needed provincial support if they have a working partner has caused decades of harm — and despite the change announced last week, the biggest barriers still loom large

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9 h. ago Plan to transform Toronto office building into huge tower slapped down by City

An ambitious plan to plop a tower on top of an existing office building has been slapped down by planners.The late 2021 proposal from Slate Asset Management, seeking to add new levels above the Modernist-style 1968-built Padulo Building at 1 St. Clair W., has hit a snag. A new report recommends that City Council refuse the proposed 49-storey development, throwing a wrench in the Gensler-designed development.And the impending refusal actually has nothing to do with height.First tabled in December 2021, the plan calls for the current 12-storey office building to be retained, expanded, and modernized, while two neighbouring low-rises at 11 and 13 St. Clair W. — home to Shenanigans Pub and a Pizzaiolo location — would be razed to make way for the new building.The office building would be renovated and expanded, while the two retail properties on the right would be torn down. Image via Google Street View.However, a Nov. 10 report recommending refusal of the project cuts the p...

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9 h. ago ‘We tried to fight back,’ says Jewish group that wanted to stop Palestinian flag

'We have to do something, because writing letters is a waste of time, saying 'we condemn' is a waste of breath,' said executive director of Tafsik Organization Amir Epstein

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9 h. ago Canucks Live: Cup champs up next after Vancouver’s best win of the season

Look forward to a late-afternoon clash with the Cup champion Florida Panthers today.

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9 h. ago Canucks Live: UPDATE: Mancini to Abby opens Kampf roster spot, Cup champs next after Vancouver’s best win of season

Look forward to a late-afternoon clash with the Cup champion Florida Panthers today.

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9 h. ago Canucks Live: UPDATE: Kampf makes debut, Patera gets net, Garland out with ‘tweak’, Cup champs next after best win of season

Look forward to a late-afternoon clash with the Cup champion Florida Panthers today.

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9 h. ago David Kampf shares goodbye message to Toronto, Maple Leafs recall Jacob Quillan

Waived centre posted a thank-you note on Instagram after signing with the Vancouver Canucks.

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12 h. ago Proposed Costco in Surrey's Grandview Heights sparks petition from neighbours

A petition states the proposed site is in an ecologically sensitive area and the development could be detrimental to local wildlife and the Fergus Creek Watershed, which is located a few blocks south near 14th Avenue.

Economics

12 h. ago Washing ceremony held in Bella Bella after human rights complaint settled with TD Bank

The ceremony was held at Heiltsuk Nation's Big House in remote Bella Bella on B.C.'s central coast and attended by TD Bank executives

Culture

12 h. ago Canucks Schedule: Why more than David Kampf needed for consistent improvement

'David has been a player our scouting staff followed over the years. I like what he brings. My hope is this could potentially be a long-term fit for us.' — Canucks GM Patrik Allvin

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