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Rob Shaw: Severance system needs reset after obscene $279K payout to Eby's top aide

Premier must rein in outrageous payouts for departing political advisers

Jan 9, 2025 8:01 AM Read more >

Adrian Raeside cartoon: Waiting for help in an emergency in B.C.

Jan 9, 2025 2:12 AM Read more >

Opinion: Canada as a 51st state? Republicans would never win another general election

Canada as the 51st state would doom the Republican Party. If Donald Trump cannot understand he’s taunting useful U.S. allies with annexation threats, he could at least follow his electoral instincts.

Jan 8, 2025 8:00 PM Read more >

Take a holistic approach to pain relief

Shawn Peters is a naturopathic doctor practicing in the qathet region and Courtenay

Jan 8, 2025 7:15 PM Read more >

Comment: The good, the bad, and the ugly of Justin Trudeau

With Justin Trudeau announcing he will step down as leader of the federal Liberal Party, a look back at his legacy — and what lies ahead.

Jan 7, 2025 10:30 PM Read more >

Path from depression to inspiration is rooted in self-knowledge

"While we all want to be happy, the reality is that much of our life experience is anything but."

Jan 7, 2025 3:40 PM Read more >

Cartoon: Who to blame?

Jan 7, 2025 10:38 AM Read more >

Adrian Raeside cartoon: Justin Trudeau's farewell

Jan 7, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

Opinion: How Justin Trudeau's focus on social policy will be his legacy

Justin Trudeau leaves office never having tasted electoral defeat despite his low poll numbers. He leaves an indelible mark on Canada — especially when it comes to social policy.

Jan 6, 2025 7:00 PM Read more >

Here's why mortgage renewal time brings opportunities

"In order to stay competitive, lenders need to think of innovative ways to cater to different situations."

Jan 6, 2025 4:45 PM Read more >