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B.C. election: A look at the main party promises as advance voting begins

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With advance voting underway in B.C.'s provincial election, the major parties are offering competing plans on affordability, health care, housing and the economy.

B.C. Conservatives drop candidate over alleged online comments about Hitler

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The B.C. Conservatives have dropped a second election candidate following allegations of antisemitic and racist social media posts.

B.C. election: A look at the main party promises as advance voting begins

2026 BC Election
With advance voting underway in B.C.'s provincial election, the major parties are offering competing plans on affordability, health care, housing and the economy.

B.C. Conservatives drop candidate over alleged online comments about Hitler

2026 BC Election
The B.C. Conservatives have dropped a second election candidate following allegations of antisemitic and racist social media posts.

Uniform gang enforcement team launched for Northern B.C.

RCMP
The Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of British Columbia (CFSEU-BC) announced the launch of its North District Uniform Gang Enforcement Team (UGET) in Prince George today (Thursday).

Five First Nations to gain economic interest in Coastal GasLink pipeline

Energy & Utilities
Five B.C. First Nations will gain an economic interest in the Coastal GasLink pipeline through a new agreement with TC Energy, providing expected long-term financial returns. A second Indigenous investment transaction is expected to close in late 2026.
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B.C. leaders spar in fiery debate ahead of Oct. 24 election

2026 BC Election
B.C.’s three main party leaders clashed over affordability, health care and Indigenous rights in a heated televised election debate Wednesday evening.

Skeena Green candidate Nick Gottlieb calls for new economic approach in Northwest B.C.

2026 BC Election
BC Green Party Skeena candidate Nick Gottlieb outlines his priorities for addressing the cost of living, improving health care and ensuring major industries contribute more to local communities.

Northwest B.C. records four unregulated drug deaths through July and August

Health
No unregulated drug deaths were recorded in July while four lives were claimed in August across northwest B.C.

B.C. NDP pledges millions for clean energy and climate programs

2026 BC Election
The B.C. NDP is promising millions of dollars in new investments in clean energy and climate programs if re-elected, while warning a Conservative government would roll back environmental protections. 
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First Nations leaders call on B.C. Conservatives to drop candidate over alleged residential school denialism

2026 BC Election
First Nations leaders are calling on the B.C. Conservatives to remove a candidate over allegations of residential school denialism.

Eby defends family’s use of $10-a-day childcare program

2026 BC Election
B.C. NDP Leader David Eby is facing criticism after confirming his family benefited from a $10-a-day child care program his government froze to new providers.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

Environment
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

Marleau outlines priorities in Kitimat mayoral campaign

2026 Municipal Elections
Kitimat mayoral candidate Terry Marleau is highlighting his eight years on council as he campaigns on fiscal responsibility, infrastructure improvements, seniors’ housing and economic diversification.
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B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

Economy
British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

Northwest B.C. sees drop in unemployment through September

Business
Unemployment fell through September across northwest B.C. to 6.4 per cent.

Boudreau wants Kitimat residents to benefit more from industrial growth

2026 Municipal Elections
Daniel Boudreau is running for Kitimat mayor, pledging to address aging infrastructure, housing shortages and healthcare access while ensuring residents benefit from the community’s industrial growth.

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

2026 BC Election
B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.
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B.C. Conservatives drop Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate over racist social media posts

2026 BC Election
The B.C. Conservatives have dropped their Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate after racist social media posts and comments appearing to support violence surfaced.

Distracted driving and failure to wear seatbelt numbers double in Northern B.C.

RCMP
Some Northern B.C. drivers are seemingly forgetting the rules of the road, as distracted driving and lack of seatbelt usage are on the rise.

Two Coast Mountain College students killed in weekend crash

Community
Two Coast Mountain College students have died and two others were injured following a motor vehicle accident this past weekend. Grief counselling has been made available to students this week.

B.C.’s top doctor encourages fall vaccines as province sees early rise in influenza cases

Health
B.C.’s flu season is off to an early start, with influenza cases rising as the province begins its fall vaccination campaign.
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B.C. Conservatives propose replacing no-fault auto insurance with “hybrid” system

2026 BC Election
B.C. Conservatives are promising major changes to ICBC’s no-fault insurance system, including restoring some accident victims’ right to sue.

Riverbrook Estates Moves Forward Despite Neighbourhood Concerns

District of Kitimat
Kitimat council has given third reading to amendments needed for the proposed 221-home River Brook Estates development, despite ongoing concerns about affordability, traffic, infrastructure and neighbourhood impacts.

U.S. resident charged with helping coordinate Tumbler Ridge shooting

Crime
U.S. authorities have arrested a 30-year-old Washington resident in connection with February’s deadly mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge.

B.C. major party leaders prepare for live debate on Oct. 14

2026 BC Election
B.C.’s three major party leaders will face off Oct. 14 in the only televised leaders’ debate of the provincial election campaign.
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B.C. Conservatives hold 5 point lead over NDP, says election poll

2026 BC Election
B.C. Conservatives hold a five-point lead over the NDP as voters firm up their choices, according to a new poll.

The B.C. Greens are proposing new taxes on extreme wealth as provincial parties sharpen their focus on high-income earners.

2026 BC Election
The B.C. Greens are proposing new taxes on extreme wealth as provincial parties sharpen their focus on high-income earners.

B.C. NDP plans to resume seven paused long-term care projects if re-elected

2026 BC Election
The B.C. NDP is promising to restart seven delayed long-term care projects and expand health-care supports for seniors.

Eby emphasizes B.C. projects amid pipeline debate

2026 BC Election
B.C. NDP Leader David Eby said his focus remains on securing investment for British Columbia as debate continues over the proposed Pacific Link oil pipeline.
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B.C. Conservatives pledge $400M to buy water bombers in wildfire plan

2026 BC Election
B.C.’s three major party leaders pitched plans Friday targeting wildfire response, grocery affordability and artificial intelligence regulation.

B.C. parties race to file candidates as nomination deadline looms

2026 BC Election
British Columbia’s major parties are close to a full slate of candidates in B.C.’s 93 electoral districts, a day before the nomination deadline.

Two killed in Highway 16 crash west of New Hazelton

Crime
A crash Thursday afternoon on Highway 16 west of New Hazelton resulted in two fatalities and closed the highway for several hours.

Eby promises gas tax cut, price caps at the pumps if NDP is re-elected

2026 BC Election
B.C. NDP Leader David Eby is promising temporary fuel tax relief and new price controls aimed at lowering pump prices.
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Kitimat welcomes LNG Canada Phase 2 expansion decision

District of Kitimat
The District of Kitimat is welcoming LNG Canada’s decision to move ahead with its Phase 2 expansion, calling it a major boost for investment and employment in the community

Carney designates proposed Alberta to B.C. pipeline a project of national interest

Energy & Utilities
Prime Minister Mark Carney has designated the proposed Pacific Link pipeline from Alberta to B.C. as a project of national interest.

Experts warn of rising residential school denialism as Canada marks Truth and Reconciliation Day

Provincial
Experts and Indigenous leaders are warning of rising residential school denialism as Canada marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

LNG Canada approves more than $30B Phase 2 expansion in Kitimat

Business
LNG Canada is moving ahead with a $33-billion Phase 2 expansion in Kitimat, doubling the facility’s LNG production capacity.
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Former Conservative MLA who crossed the floor to NDP drops out of provincial election

Politics
Amelia Boultbee will not seek re-election in Penticton-Summerland, less than three months after joining the B.C. NDP.

B.C. parties tout plans for critical minerals and LNG as election campaign enters second week

Politics
Both major parties are promising to expand B.C.’s natural resource sector as the provincial election campaign enters its second week.

Kitimat aluminium to play role in expanded low-carbon supply chain

Business
Rio Tinto’s Kitimat aluminium operations will support a new partnership with RevoCast aimed at expanding the supply of low-carbon aluminium billet across North America.

Up to 50 millimetres of rain expected in Kitimat area

Weather
Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for North Coast inland areas, including Kitimat, with up to 50 millimetres of rain expected through Monday afternoon.
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Mounties offer firearm storage tips to help “prevent the loss of a buck”

RCMP
"We would like to encourage the public to be mindful of safe storage and transportation of their firearms, whether they  are making a quick stop or staying overnight."

Winter tires needed on many northern B.C. highways next week

Roads
Whether you like it or not, winter is fast approaching, which means winter tire requirements will be needed on many northern B.C. highways.

Overlapping B.C. elections will be bad for democracy, says expert

Politics
B.C.’s overlapping provincial and municipal elections are raising concerns about voter attention and the impact on local campaigns.

B.C. officials “shocked” and “angry” after report details Tumbler Ridge shooter’s ChatGPT history

Crime
B.C. Premier David Eby is calling a report detailing the Tumbler Ridge shooter’s alleged interactions with ChatGPT “shocking.”
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B.C. Conservatives pull ahead of Eby’s NDP after snap election call, says poll

Politics
A new poll shows the B.C. Conservatives opening an eight-point lead over the NDP following Premier David Eby’s snap election call.

Former B.C. Conservative leader John Rustad will not seek re-election this fall

Politics
Former B.C. Conservative leader John Rustad will not seek re-election in Nechako Lakes, ending his more than two decades in provincial politics.

Former B.C. Green leader Andrew Weaver running as CentreBC candidate in fall election

Politics
Andrew Weaver is running as a CentreBC candidate in Oak Bay-Gordon Head, the same Victoria-area riding he previously represented as a B.C. Green MLA.

A fourth B.C. NDP cabinet minister says she won’t seek re-election this fall

Politics
Former finance minister Brenda Bailey said Wednesday she will not seek re-election this fall, becoming the fourth cabinet minister to announce they are not running since Premier David Eby called a snap election Tuesday.
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BC Green leader running in Saanich North and the Islands in Oct. 24 election

Politics
B.C. Green Leader Emily Lowan said Wednesday she is running in Saanich North and the Islands in this fall’s provincial election, after incumbent MLA Rob Botterell announced he will not seek re-election in the riding.

CentreBC MLAs defect back to the B.C. Conservatives after snap election call

Politics
Seven CentreBC MLAs, including leader Peter Milobar, are returning to the B.C. Conservatives ahead of a snap provincial election.
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