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Rob Shaw: Freeland 'dismayed' by BC Ferries deal with China

Rob Shaw: Freeland 'dismayed' by BC Ferries deal with China

Federal transportation minister slams B.C. in a newly released letter over security, funding, transparency concerns
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Column: Teachers, parents sound alarm about services for students

Column: Teachers, parents sound alarm about services for students

There is a $340-million funding gap for inclusive education, according to BCTF
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Rob Shaw: BC NDP turns legal firepower on multinationals tied to opioid crisis

Rob Shaw: BC NDP turns legal firepower on multinationals tied to opioid crisis

Attorney general says class action against McKinsey & Co. marks next step in campaign to hold global firms responsible for addiction harms
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Letters: Let's revisit 1980s rental housing program in Richmond

Letters: Let's revisit 1980s rental housing program in Richmond

A Richmond News reader says we should get away from 'token' projects that don't address housing affordability.
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Opinion: Kids care deeply about our planet, so adults need to start listening

Opinion: Kids care deeply about our planet, so adults need to start listening

A recent survey finds that many kids understand that individual action alone is not enough, and most recognize that systemic accountability is necessary to tackle the climate crisis.
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Kirk LaPointe: Carney and Eby push speed over scrutiny in power-grab legislation

Kirk LaPointe: Carney and Eby push speed over scrutiny in power-grab legislation

Two fast-tracked bills centralize authority, bypass democratic checks and threaten Indigenous consultation under the guise of urgent reform
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Opinion: Wildfire smoke can harm your brain, not just your lungs

Opinion: Wildfire smoke can harm your brain, not just your lungs

Wildfire smoke doesn't just darken the skies — it harms the brain, especially in those most vulnerable.
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Rob Shaw: By Eby's logic, Putin has a shot at next BC Ferries deal

Rob Shaw: By Eby's logic, Putin has a shot at next BC Ferries deal

Premier's defence of China contract draws fire for putting cost ahead of principle
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Les Leyne: Electric hydrofoil ferry could be the future

Les Leyne: Electric hydrofoil ferry could be the future

It turned in an impressive performance, but there is a lot of work to do before it, or some variation on the concept, becomes a common sight in B.C. waters.
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Opinion: B.C.'s mental health law is on trial — and so is our commitment to human rights

Opinion: B.C.'s mental health law is on trial — and so is our commitment to human rights

A mental health system that respects Canada's Charter of Rights and Freedoms can also promote public safety.
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