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New poll shows two-thirds not in favour of early election in B.C.

New data from the Angus Reid Institute shows the B.C. Conservatives, led by Lorne Doerkson, holding 43 per cent support among respondents — an eight-point lead over the NDP's 35 per cent.

Outgoing Prince George city council delays major decision on new hockey rink, performing arts centre

Prince George city council has delayed a major decision on next steps for a new downtown hockey rink and performing arts centre until after the municipal election.

Cyberattack on Burnaby School District triggers widespread disruption, concerns about data leaks

A message to families said "internal network services and phone lines" had been impacted. So far, no information has been provided about whether any data has been compromised. Parents are being warned not to fall victim to cybercrime that could be committed using stolen information.

Will Eby's early election gamble pay off or backfire in B.C.? Here's what history tells us

On the whole, premiers and prime ministers have benefited from similar gambles in the past. But for others a decision to test the electorate ahead of schedule massively backfired. Here are some examples of both.

A lot has happened since the B.C. snap election was called. Here's a quick rundown

Cariboo-Chilcotin MLA Lorne Doerkson has become the interim leader of the Conservative Party, and MLAs who quit en masse during Kerry-Lynne Findlay's tenure are rejoining. Meanwhile, some MLAs have announced they won't be seeking re-election next month.

1.2M British Columbians have no family doctor — even as B.C. NDP touts successes

The NDP says its policies have connected a million people across B.C. to a family doctor. So why are so many still struggling to find one?

B.C. attorney general shocked by news report that ChatGPT told Tumbler Ridge shooter how to avoid safeguards

Northeast B.C. faces warmer future and more extreme weather threats, researchers say

A new report is forecasting a warmer and wetter future for northeastern B.C., as well as more extreme weather emergencies for local communities battered by some of the province's biggest natural disasters over the past decade.

Lack of volunteers has some Vancouver Island youth sports seasons in danger

Youth athletes might see delays in their seasons, with some lacrosse and minor hockey divisions saying games can't go on until volunteers step up. It's a part of a recent trend in declining volunteerism across Canada.

As wildfire season winds down, people in B.C. communities are rebuilding their lives

As wildfire season winds down, British Columbia communities affected are now shifting to recovery efforts, while those who lost home sift through ashes and attempt to rebuild their lives.

Games to circle on this season’s NHL calendar

The NHL opens its 1,344-game regular-season schedule next week. The league's 32 teams will play 84 contests each — up from 82 — for the first time since the 1993-94 campaign following pared-down training camps.

Elenore Sturko’s roller-coaster political ride lands her as leader of CentreBC

Sturko said she and other CentreBC legislators met with their short-lived leader, Peter Milobar, who told them of an offer to bring them back to the Conservatives.

RCMP watchdog postpones report on B.C. resource standoff policing due to snap election

First Nations leaders and civil liberties advocates are concerned after the RCMP's federal review agency postponed release of a much-anticipated investigation into protest policing in British Columbia due to the snap election call.

Vancouver Canucks claim goaltender Leevi Meriläinen from Ottawa Senators

The Vancouver Canucks have claimed goaltender Leevi Meriläinen off waivers from the Ottawa Senators. The 24-year-old Finn appeared in 20 games for the Senators last season.

Police investigating threatening email sent to Muslim schools across Canada

Regional police forces in Ontario have launched an investigation into an email sent to Islamic schools across Canada over the course of this week, which threatened to kill Muslims unless they are deported.

Nine Islamic schools on high alert after email threatening ‘slaughter’ of Muslims

The Muslim Association of Canada says nine schools it operates across Canada are on high alert after the schools received an email this week threatening violence against Muslims.

B.C. truck drivers protest high diesel prices: ‘We work for free right now’

The war in Ukraine and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East are limiting global diesel supply, driving up prices worldwide.

Canucks claim Merilainen off waivers from Senators

The Vancouver Canucks have claimed goaltender Leevi Merilainen off waivers from the Ottawa Senators.

BC Conservatives ahead of NDP after snap election call: poll

Forty-three per cent of leaning and decided voters in the Angus Reid poll intend to vote for the BC Conservatives, up six points in just nine days.

Starbucks Canada closing some B.C. locations

Starbucks said it has 'gained greater clarity about which coffeehouses are positioned for long-term success and where it does not see a viable path forward.'

B.C.’s Eby says NDP would tax new, unsold condos, raise speculation, vacancy fees

He pointed to what he said was a "damming" report from Real Property Data that estimates thousands of unsold units worth $4.4 billion currently sitting empty across Metro Vancouver

Canadian potash company invests $500M in North Vancouver shipping terminal

Canpotex, a Saskatchewan-based potash exporter, is spending $500-million to help fund the refurbishment and replacement of equipment at a Port of Vancouver shipping terminal.

RCMP remind drivers to stop for school buses after two Kelowna students are struck by a vehicle

Both students were taken to hospital with what police describe as serious injuries. Arbor View Drive was closed for hours while police investigated.

Convicted B.C. child killer granted 60-day unescorted leave to take cooking classes

Heather's mother, Jody Aspin, told Global News she was outraged to learn of the parole board's decision and said she is made to continuously suffer.