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Shelter legislation paused while province consults with local governments

Shelter legislation paused while province consults with local governments

The Union of B.C. Municipalities says it would be “practically impossible” for municipalities seeking to remove tent cities to show shelter is available for all of the unhoused.
Good morning, Peak readers

Good morning, Peak readers

Photo feature of the day, today in history, the weather forecast and local gas prices
B.C. strata owner loses $32K bid for door repairs, accommodation

B.C. strata owner loses $32K bid for door repairs, accommodation

A strata owner requested a French door instead of a sliding one to accommodate her disability but the Civil Resolution Tribunal found no disability evidence.
Opinion: After 8 years in power, what is Justin Trudeau's legacy — and how will he cement it?

Opinion: After 8 years in power, what is Justin Trudeau's legacy — and how will he cement it?

Justin Trudeau has been in power for almost a decade, achieving some of his objectives and stalling on others. What will be his legacy, and is constitutional reform in the cards in the next two years?
B.C. strata owners lose $210K radiator leak claim

B.C. strata owners lose $210K radiator leak claim

Couple claimed contractor colluded with the strata to present false evidence.
New position fulfills Tla'amin Nation chief operating officer

New position fulfills Tla'amin Nation chief operating officer

“I want to support the leadership as best I can to help deliver on Tla’amin’s plan.”
As B.C. glaciers retreat, gold mining companies stake claims in new salmon habitat

As B.C. glaciers retreat, gold mining companies stake claims in new salmon habitat

Salmon habitat or gold mine? In the wake of melting glaciers, new prospects open up along the B.C.-Alaska border.
House petition calls on Trudeau to legislate protection of land and sea

House petition calls on Trudeau to legislate protection of land and sea

NDP MP Richard Cannings sponsored a petition to the House of Commons calling on Canada to introduce legislation that would force it to protect 30% of land and seas by 2030.
More than 90 artists’ work on display at qathet Art Centre

More than 90 artists’ work on display at qathet Art Centre

Opening night a big draw for patrons and artists
B.C. minister's memo on 'big and shiny' affordability plan lands in Opposition hands

B.C. minister's memo on 'big and shiny' affordability plan lands in Opposition hands

VICTORIA — A British Columbia cabinet minister says she mistakenly dropped a memo to herself describing a "big and shiny" affordability measure that mysteriously ended up in the hands of the Opposition BC United party.