7 h. ago US imposes sanctions on a Chinese refinery accused of buying Iranian oil

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Treasury Department imposed sanctions Wednesday on a Chinese refinery accused of purchasing more than $1 billion worth of Iranian oil, saying the proceeds help finance both Tehran’s government and Iran’s support for militant groups. The sanctioned refinery in China’s Shandong province received dozens of shipments of crude oil from Iran worth […]

Events

6 d. ago B.C. premier tells government to cancel American contracts ’wherever viable’

U.S. President Donald Trump has served up “special, derogatory” treatment for Canada in the latest salvo in his global trade war, British Columbia Premier David Eby said. Eby said Thursday that B.C.’s Crown corporations, ministries and health authorities have been told to cancel American contracts “wherever viable,” in the province’s latest move to cut reliance […]

Politics

6 d. ago Opinion: Alberta should support people with disabilities in overcoming barriers to working

The Alberta government plans to implement a new income-support program for people with disabilities, the Alberta Disability Assistance Program (ADAP).  The program aims to support the employment of more people with disabilities. People with disabilities are more likely to live in poverty and less likely to be employed than other Canadians. Supporting them to work can reduce disability […]

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6 d. ago Chinese Battery Makers See Tariff Pain Added to Domestic Woes

China’s energy storage industry faces a double whammy to its sales prospects from punitive US tariffs and scaled-back support from the government in its domestic market.

Economics

7 d. ago ‘Very concerning’: Lumber industry dismayed as U.S. tariffs soar on Canadian softwood lumber

U.S. is set to impose a 34% duty on Canadian softwood lumber this fall

Economics

8 d. ago USW applauds Premier Eby and B.C. government support for forestry workers impacted by unfair U.S. softwood lumber tariffs

BURNABY, British Columbia, April 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The United Steelworkers union (USW) District 3 and the USW Wood Council locals in B.C. applaud the approach of Premier Dave Eby in fighting for workers and federal government supports in light of the announcement by the Trump administration and the U.S. Department of Commerce that […]

Politics

9 d. ago Mark Carney visits Victoria as Liberals try to break into southern Vancouver Island

The Liberal leader made stops in Victoria and Saanichton before putting his prime minister hat back on for a meeting with Premier David Eby

Transport

9 d. ago B.C. forestry communities face a bleak 2025 as Trump ups tariffs

Premier David Eby used a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney to seek federal action on U.S. tariffs

Economics

9 d. ago Eby says softwood lumber a key focus of ‘productive meeting’ with Carney

Steep American duties on Canadian softwood lumber were expected to be a focal point as British Columbia Premier David Eby met with Prime Minister Mark Carney.

Transport

9 d. ago U.S. hits Canada lumber with 34% duties even before Trump tariffs

(Bloomberg) — The U.S. is poised to more than double duties on Canadian softwood lumber to 34.45%, putting more pressure on US materials costs even before President Donald Trump places any new tariffs on the sector. The U.S. currently levies countervailing and anti-dumping duties totaling 14.4%, a level that was set last year. Those are […]

Economics

9 d. ago Ontario offers $11 billion in relief to businesses stung by U.S. tariffs

TORONTO — The Ontario government says it will provide about $11 billion in relief and support for businesses stung by U.S. tariffs. Premier Doug Ford says the measures will help workers and businesses deal with U.S. President Donald Trump’s “attacks on Ontario’s economy.” The government says it will defer select provincially administered taxes for six […]

Economics

9 d. ago B.C. Premier to meet with Mark Carney over soaring lumber duties imposed by U.S.

Eby says the decision is an attack on forest workers and all B.C. residents, and it will also hurt Americans by driving up housing costs

Transport

1 week ago B.C. Premier to meet with Mark Carney over the soaring lumber duties imposed by U.S.

VICTORIA — British Columbia Premier David Eby says he will meet with Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday to discuss launching a Team Canada approach to support workers in the forestry sector in response to the latest U.S. decision on softwood lumber duties. The U.S. Department of Commerce said on Friday that it has determined […]

Transport

1 week ago B.C. premier seeks to assure forest industry as U.S. trade war intensifies

Canadian forestry was spared in President Donald Trump's latest round of tariffs, but softwood lumber could still see duties surge as the U.S. targets the industry in other ways.

Economics

1 week ago 'Durability of policy': What do Calgary business groups, civic leaders want to see come out of this federal election?

Local business leaders cite energy policy changes, investment in housing and transit, as key for next federal government to support Calgary

Politics

1 week ago What do Calgary business groups, civic leaders want to see from federal election?

Local business leaders cite energy policy changes, investment in housing and transit, as key for next federal government to support Calgary

Politics

1 week ago High anxiety over softwood lumber despite tone change from U.S.

Eby's comments come as Canada has largely escaped the worst of Trump's tariff announcements on Wednesday

Other

1 week ago High anxiety over softwood lumber despite tone change from U.S.: B.C. premier

British Columbia’s premier said Thursday he is encouraged to see a shifting tone in U.S. President Donald Trump’s talks with Canada, but concerns remain about how tariffs could devastate the province’s softwood lumber sector. Premier David Eby said at a media availability in Victoria that he will be travelling to Prince George in central B.C. […]

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2 w. ago Trump Tariffs Pique Crisis Fear in Japan as Ishiba Vows Support

The Trump administration’s tariffs are forcing Japan’s government to scramble to come up with support measures for businesses amid concerns that the levies might create a big economic crisis for the Asian nation.

Economics

2 w. ago The consumer carbon tax is about to be scrapped in B.C. So why are gas prices still rising?

Premier David Eby expects British Columbians to save 17 cents a litre starting Tuesday, despite the concern that oil and gas companies may try to gouge customers

Economics