Economy, Law & Politics

Paper straws stir up B.C. election campaign as leaders gibe over taxes and communism

VANCOUVER — British Columbia's main party leaders wanted to talk taxes Friday during the provincial election campaign, but couldn't divert the conversation away from plastic straws and communism.

Oct 4, 2024 5:31 PM Read more >

Supreme Court upholds rules on air passenger compensation in win for consumers

MONTREAL — In a victory for air travellers, the Supreme Court of Canada has upheld rules that bolster compensation for passengers subjected to delays and damaged luggage on international flights.

Oct 4, 2024 3:24 PM Read more >

S&P/TSX up almost 200 points, U.S. stock markets also climb after strong jobs report

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index gained almost 200 points Friday, led by strength in energy, tech and base metals, while U.S. markets also rose. The latest U.S.

Oct 4, 2024 1:42 PM Read more >

Rob Shaw: The BC NDP is missing the mark on connecting with voters

Tackling complex issues is a harder social media sell than trashing paper straws

Oct 4, 2024 10:30 AM Read more >

Mario Canseco: Latest polling has BC NDP and BC Conservatives effectively tied

Three in 10 BC United supporters say they will support the New Democrats

Oct 4, 2024 9:30 AM Read more >

Opinion: Who will earn B.C.’s small business vote?

Seven in 10 B.C. small businesses feel their concerns will go unheard in the upcoming fall election

Oct 4, 2024 8:58 AM Read more >

Industry minister echoes Shopify calls to boost ambition in Canada

TORONTO — Canada's industry minister has thrown his support behind a call from one of Shopify Inc.'s leaders for the country to get more ambitious.

Oct 3, 2024 4:26 PM Read more >

B.C. NDP unveils election platform, focusing on 'tough challenges' and John Rustad

New Democrat Leader David Eby says he will help British Columbia households with a $1,000 grocery rebate, in an election platform that mentions rival B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad more than 50 times.

Oct 3, 2024 3:30 PM Read more >

To make public dental care work, Ottawa is winning over reluctant dentists

About 21,000 dental professionals, including dentists, denturists and hygienists, have signed up as of Sept. 19 – some three-quarters of providers.

Oct 3, 2024 3:09 PM Read more >

S&P/TSX index down as oil prices jump on Middle East conflict, U.S. markets also down

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index dipped lower on Thursday as losses outweighed strength in energy stocks, while U.S. markets also moved lower.

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