Tag: Women

Advocates, businesses split on effectiveness of B.C. pay transparency legislation

Gender and equity advocates say British Columbia’s pay transparency legislation does not go far enough to close pay equity gaps, while a business group argues the law is a useful tool that will yield progress over time.

Girls Do Code event promotes women in technology

The upcoming Navigate Girls Do Code event promotes the participation of girls in technology-based careers and opportunities. Navigate Principal Jeff...

Grants encouraging women & girls to stay active

The province is putting a focus on girls and women to keep active. Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development...
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B.C. Conservatives drop candidate over alleged online comments about Hitler

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

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

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

The municipal election is Oct. 17.

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

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