Highlights

Baldrey: B.C.'s record of public budget overruns on new infrastructure

Here's why columnist Keith Baldrey is crossing his fingers on behalf of taxpayers that major projects in works can come in on budget.

Apr 1, 2024 12:45 PM Read more >

BC Conservative Party draws support from Pierre Poilievre supporters, poll shows

Despite enjoying much more financial support and official opposition status, new polling shows BC United (formerly BC Liberal Party) continues to be challenged in polls by the BC Conservatives.

Apr 1, 2024 12:30 PM Read more >

qathet Regional District adopts five-year financial plan

Cost of qRD taxes per average home rises for City of Powell River and electoral areas A, B, C and D

Apr 1, 2024 12:17 PM Read more >

B.C. residents to save money on energy bills with new credit

The credit will start showing up after April 15.

Apr 1, 2024 11:20 AM Read more >

Powell River Kings conclude BC Hockey League schedule

Club misses Coastal Conference playoff spot by three points

Apr 1, 2024 9:45 AM Read more >

Kirk LaPointe: The economy is sicker than you think

Low unemployment is masking a job-quality crisis in Canada and B.C.

Apr 1, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

'No carbon tax' protest to cause traffic disruptions on B.C. highways

A scheduled protest will take place along the Trans-Canada Highway in Hope and traffic delays are expected on multiple major routes.

Apr 1, 2024 7:06 AM Read more >

Housing project in qathet region closer to breaking ground

Online auction for seniors housing on Texada Island promises local rewards

Apr 1, 2024 6:45 AM Read more >

In memoriam: Randy Lawrence Haigh

October 15, 1944 - March 23, 2024

Apr 1, 2024 5:45 AM Read more >

Carbon pricing 101: What today's increase could mean for you

The price change on April 1 affects the consumer levy, which applies in every province and territory except British Columbia, Quebec and Northwest Territories.

Apr 1, 2024 1:00 AM Read more >