BC Premier Eby rejects electoral reform assembly
Premier David Eby has flatly rejected a committee's proposal for a citizens' assembly on electoral reform, dashing Green Party hopes and closing the door on proportional representation.
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B.C. backtracks on pipeline tax cut plan, saving ratepayers
The B.C. government has reversed a plan to slash pipeline tax assessments, a move that will save utility ratepayers from potential cost hikes. Learn the details of this significant policy shift.
What B.C.'s Party Leaders Want for Christmas 2025
As B.C.'s legislature pauses for the holidays, Premier David Eby and opposition leaders Trevor Halford and Emily Lowan contemplate political futures, potential early elections, and the challenges of a tumultuous year.
Canada's Pipeline Shield Protects Oilpatch from 'Super Glut'
As oil prices near a five-year low, Canada's expanded pipeline network offers critical shelter from a potential 2026 supply glut, putting producers in a stronger position than during the 2018 crisis.
Eby's MOU Christmas joke before premiers meet PM
B.C. Premier David Eby lightens the mood with a holiday quip about MOUs before a key meeting with Canada's Prime Minister. Get the details on the upcoming talks and provincial priorities.
Gavin Dew Won't Run for B.C. Conservative Leadership
Kelowna MLA Gavin Dew announces he will not seek the leadership of the B.C. Conservative Party, prioritizing family commitments. The decision reshapes the race for the party's top position.
Poilievre: Will Build Pipeline Over Objections
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre states he would proceed with an oil pipeline even without unanimous consent, contrasting PM Carney's consensus approach. Key details on the political divide.
Ex-grocery exec Darrell Jones mulls B.C. political run
Darrell Jones, known for his Save-On-Foods ads, is considering a move into B.C. politics, citing affordability and public safety as key issues driving his potential campaign.
Ex-Grocery Exec Considers B.C. Conservative Leadership Run
Darrell Jones, former grocery industry leader, is weighing a run for the Conservative Party of British Columbia leadership. Get the latest on this potential political shift.
B.C. Conservatives pledge to repeal DRIPA under interim leader
Interim leader Trevor Halford commits the B.C. Conservatives to working co-operatively to repeal the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act. Learn about the party's new political strategy.
Poilievre's Conservatives to force pipeline vote next week
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre plans to force a parliamentary vote on a pipeline agreement through an opposition motion. The move, set for next week, intensifies political debate over energy policy. Read the details.
Eby hints at new Vancouver pipeline, food prices to rise 6%
Weekly climate news from B.C. and beyond: Premier Eby floats a second pipeline idea, food costs could surge six per cent, and global climate facts. Stay informed on the crisis.
How John Rustad was ousted as B.C. Conservative leader
An exclusive look at the 48-hour internal coup that led to John Rustad's resignation as B.C. Conservative leader, detailing the secret meetings and legal maneuvers. Read the full story.
B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad exits role
John Rustad's departure as B.C. Conservative leader sparks political analysis. Explore the immediate reactions and what it means for the party's future in British Columbia.
Carney's near-miss on giving B.C. pipeline veto power
Prime Minister Mark Carney came close to granting British Columbia de facto veto power over a crucial national oil pipeline, a move critics warn would cripple major projects. Read the analysis.
Rustad Steps Down as B.C. Conservative Leader
John Rustad has officially resigned as leader of the B.C. Conservatives, ending a dramatic 24-hour internal revolt that saw MLAs and the party board install Trevor Halford as interim leader. Get the full story on the political upheaval in Victoria.
B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad removed, vows to stay
John Rustad has been removed as leader of B.C.'s Official Opposition Conservatives, but he is defiantly refusing to step down. Get the latest on the political turmoil.
Analyst: Rustad could make B.C. Conservatives 'ungovernable'
A political analyst warns that B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad could render the party 'ungovernable' if he refuses to step down. Get the latest on the internal power struggle.
B.C. MLA proposes Freedom Convoy statutory holiday
A B.C. MLA is pushing to create a new statutory holiday commemorating the Freedom Convoy. Discover the details and the political context surrounding this controversial proposal.
20 B.C. Conservative MLAs call for Rustad's removal
A legal letter reveals 20 B.C. Conservative MLAs are demanding the removal of party leader John Rustad, signaling a major internal crisis. Explore the details and potential political fallout.
AFN vote against pipeline shows better oil transport ideas: Dix
B.C. Energy Minister Adrian Dix says the AFN's rejection of a northern pipeline vote highlights the need for better energy transport solutions. Explore the implications for Canada's energy future.
New B.C. Coast Pipeline May Be 50% Indigenous Owned
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says a proposed oil pipeline to B.C.'s coast could be 50% owned by Indigenous groups, generating $2B annually. Learn about the project's details and political support.
Majority of Canadians support new Alberta-B.C. pipeline
A new poll reveals majority national support for a proposed oil pipeline from Alberta to B.C.'s coast, despite cooler reception in the affected province. Read the details.
Indigenous leaders brace for new pipeline battle
Generations of Indigenous leaders, including Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, are preparing for a renewed conflict over a proposed pipeline project in British Columbia. Read about the latest developments.
Canada to Boost Trans Mountain Output Before Sale
Energy Minister Tim Hodgson says Ottawa will maximize the Trans Mountain pipeline's capacity and resolve tolling disputes before considering a sale to the private sector. Read the latest.
Guilbeault Quits Cabinet Over Pipeline Agreement
Montreal MP Steven Guilbeault resigns as culture minister, citing a conflict of conscience over a new Alberta pipeline deal. The former environmental activist explains his decision on Tout le monde en parle.
Alberta Pipeline Promise Faces Multiple Hurdles
Ottawa and Alberta signed a pipeline MOU for Asian markets, but conditions, financing and regulatory hurdles remain unresolved. Read analysis of the real challenges ahead.
Poll: Majority of BC Residents Support Pipeline Idea
New Angus Reid poll reveals 53% of British Columbians conditionally support Alberta-to-coast oil pipeline, showing shift in public opinion from previous opposition.
CIBC Doubts Private Sector Will Take BC Pipeline Soon
CIBC analysts express skepticism about private sector willingness to finance new BC pipeline despite federal-provincial agreement. Read analysis of economic hurdles.
Trans Mountain reports $127M Q3 profit amid rising revenue
Trans Mountain pipeline records $127 million Q3 profit as revenue climbs and utilization increases. Key financial results and operational updates for Canadian energy sector.
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