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B.C. ends electric vehicle tax exemption amid budget deficit

B.C. ends electric vehicle tax exemption amid budget deficit

Ending the used EV tax exemption was part of a B.C. budget that offered little new spending on climate measures, and $4 billion to cover 'unpredictable costs,' including tariff responses.
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Opinion: Canada is now in a trade war with the U.S. Here's what you need to know to prepare for it

Opinion: Canada is now in a trade war with the U.S. Here's what you need to know to prepare for it

To minimize the impact of the tariffs, governments and enterprises need to adopt policies that minimize economic strain and result in fairer outcomes for all.
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New West to advocate for lobbyist registry for B.C. municipalities

New West to advocate for lobbyist registry for B.C. municipalities

Should lobbyist registries be in place for B.C. municipalities and regional governments?
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Improvements approved for Powell River Airport

Improvements approved for Powell River Airport

City reallocates grant funding to carry out more projects
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B.C. drivers reminded to stay alert as clocks spring ahead this weekend

B.C. drivers reminded to stay alert as clocks spring ahead this weekend

"Losing just one hour of sleep can affect our driving ability and increase the risk of crashing."
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qathet Festival of the Performing Arts rolls out red carpet

qathet Festival of the Performing Arts rolls out red carpet

Event concludes with Grand Concert on March 8
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Liberal candidate chosen for North Island-Powell River riding

Liberal candidate chosen for North Island-Powell River riding

Sointula resident Jennifer Lash will run in the next federal election
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B.C. Securities Commission bans former bank manager from public-company activity

B.C. Securities Commission bans former bank manager from public-company activity

Former CIBC branch manager in Merritt stole mutual funds from mother-in-law and was subsequently barred from the securities industry
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B.C. carbon tax to climb $15/tonne in April

B.C. carbon tax to climb $15/tonne in April

All of the $665 million in added revenue brought in by the hike is forecast to be returned.
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Kirk LaPointe: B.C. budget can't dodge economic beating as tariffs land heavy punches

Kirk LaPointe: B.C. budget can't dodge economic beating as tariffs land heavy punches

Premier David Eby faces tough reality as trade war commences
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