Tag: Pete Hoekstra

Eby rejects calls to lift U.S. alcohol ban, calls it ‘only leverage’ in trade war

Economy Emily Joveski -
Premier David Eby said Tuesday that B.C. will keep U.S. alcohol off store shelves, saying lifting the ban would weaken Canada's leverage in its trade dispute with the United States.

U.S. ambassador holds “productive” meeting with Eby on trade

Politics Emily Joveski -
B.C. Premier David Eby met Tuesday with U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra in Victoria, where the two discussed trade disputes, cross-border crime and the province’s push for permanent daylight saving time.

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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.

BC SPCA urges provincial candidates to prioritize pet-friendly housing

2026 BC Election
More than 100 animals are waiting for homes at BC SPCA shelters across Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast, with many having been in care for more than 100 days, according to the organization.

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.

Port Hardy, Port McNeill mayors acclaimed

2026 Municipal Election
The municipal election is Oct. 17.

Coroners report 40 drug-toxicity deaths on Vancouver Island in July and August

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The BC Coroners Service has reported 40 drug-toxicity deaths on Vancouver Island in July and August.
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