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B.C. finance minister says 'benefit companies' would think beyond profits

VICTORIA — The British Columbia government has created the option of so-called benefit companies that would measure their success through service to the community, not just profits. Finance Minister Carole James said B.C.

Jun 30, 2020 5:39 PM Read more >

Probe launched into handling of allegations against B.C. police chief's wife

VICTORIA — The office of B.C.'s police complaint commissioner says it has started an investigation into allegations of misconduct over the Delta Police Department's handling of allegations involving the spouse of the police chief.

Jun 30, 2020 5:17 PM Read more >

Some visitors can return to B.C. long-term care homes after COVID-19 closures

VICTORIA — Four months after COVID-19 surfaced in British Columbia's long-term care homes, residents are finally allowed to see a loved one, health authorities announced Tuesday. Isobel Mackenzie, B.C.

Jun 30, 2020 4:48 PM Read more >

B.C. eases restrictions on nursing home visits

Long-term care residents now allowed one designated visitor

Jun 30, 2020 1:44 PM Read more >

Health officials worried about airlines’ plans to reduce physical distancing

Air Canada and WestJet announced they are ending their on-board seat distancing policies starting July 1

Jun 30, 2020 12:59 PM Read more >

B.C. Ferries set to add more sailings for summer

New schedule details to be posted online

Jun 30, 2020 12:03 PM Read more >

Fatal plane crash near Tofino, B.C., raises possible issues

RICHMOND, B.C. — An investigation into a fatal plane crash north of Tofino, B.C., last December has raised potential safety issues for other pilots.

Jun 30, 2020 11:53 AM Read more >

COVID-19 devastating B.C. fruit growers, threatens food security: association

KELOWNA, B.C. — The B.C. Fruit Growers Association says the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on its industry has been devastating.

Jun 30, 2020 10:10 AM Read more >

B.C. introduces temporary outdoor job program for youth up to age 29

VICTORIA — The British Columbia government has launched a program aimed at creating work for 15-to-29-year-old youth in community service while their job prospects are dramatically affected by COVID-19.

Jun 29, 2020 4:51 PM Read more >

Strip club patrons in Vancouver may have contracted COVID-19

No new deaths since Friday, but outbreak at strip club raises concerns for patrons

Jun 29, 2020 4:36 PM Read more >