Economy, Law & Politics

BC Hydro found PCBs where it believed none existed

Records obtained via freedom of information request show the toxic chemical was present in certain components that were labelled 'PCB free'

Apr 28, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

After economy posts strong start to 2023, new data suggests slowdown has begun

The Canadian economy is expected to stall this year and potentially enter a recession as high interest rates weigh on consumers and businesses

Apr 28, 2023 7:45 AM Read more >

B.C. childcare company alleges defamation in Google reviews

Company alleges Port Moody parents gave one-star reviews and left comments that damaged its reputation.

Apr 28, 2023 7:00 AM Read more >

Who’s Suing Whom: April 28, 2023

The latest from the B.C. Supreme Court

Apr 28, 2023 5:30 AM Read more >

Foreign-interference office coming 'soon' but not yet ready to launch: Mendicino

Minister says he wants office up and running 'as soon as possible' — but wouldn't offer any specifics on a timeline.

Apr 27, 2023 12:30 PM Read more >

Decision on policing in Surrey coming Friday

A decision was promised by the end of April

Apr 27, 2023 12:00 PM Read more >

B.C. government can sue opioid companies in B.C. Supreme Court

The B.C. government began the putative class proceeding in August 2018 to recover health-care costs.

Apr 27, 2023 11:45 AM Read more >

In the Courts: Judge tosses wrongful dismissal case over $250 in meal expenses

Used-car company exec expensed meals with his wife, claiming he was with employees

Apr 27, 2023 9:00 AM Read more >

BC Financial Services Authority issues 'landmark penalty' against Kamloops woman

'Unlicensed persons and their unlawful participation in providing real estate services puts landlords and tenants at risk,' says director of investigations

Apr 27, 2023 8:15 AM Read more >

Trudeau visits N.Y.C. to build momentum as Canada, U.S. partner on critical minerals

Experts on both sides of the border hope to hear more about how Ottawa plans to rapidly grow its critical minerals sector

Apr 27, 2023 7:30 AM Read more >