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Victoria boutique hit with $1,260 surtax as tariffs take effect

The surtax, part of newly imposed Canadian tariffs on American goods, added an unexpected 25% fee to Luna Collective’s recent shipment

Mar 14, 2025 5:00 PM Read more >

4 face charges in B.C. prison death

Christopher Braun, 43, died of fight-related injuries in December 2024

Mar 14, 2025 4:35 PM Read more >

Nanaimo unfurls full array of Canadian flags at waterfront park

Flagpoles used by folk festival society in the summer, but usually empty at this time of year

Mar 14, 2025 3:18 PM Read more >

Former Kent Institution officer sentenced for smuggling contraband, taking bribes

Officer sentenced to 5 years for part in months-long smuggling scheme

Mar 14, 2025 2:02 PM Read more >

Before Surrey murder, gang member was 'looking to snatch a body' in Kelowna

Jose Lopez entered guilty pleas for seven of the nine charges in Kelowna court

Mar 14, 2025 1:48 PM Read more >

Premier Eby says B.C. will get ‘rid of the carbon tax entirely’

Eby announces the coming change during a town hall on tariffs in Surrey

Mar 14, 2025 1:46 PM Read more >

"This is trauma": new B.C. involuntary care guidelines get cold reception

New guidelines around involuntary care are receiving criticism from those who advocate for drug users and their families

Mar 14, 2025 1:11 PM Read more >

Mark Carney sworn in as Canada's 24th prime minister

Carney shuffles cabinet, with aim to 'stand strong against Donald Trump'

Mar 14, 2025 9:08 AM Read more >

Vancouver Island leaders weigh in on economic impact of U.S. tariffs

'Shop local, buy Canadian', Qualicum Beach mayor says

Mar 14, 2025 8:21 AM Read more >

Plunging international student numbers put Okanagan College in $8M hole

The decline in international student enrolment is a main reason for the deficit

Mar 14, 2025 7:30 AM Read more >