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Kerry-Lynne Findlay is the new leader of the official opposition, we learn how much FIFA will cost and Carney goes in on AI and out on taxing Netflix and changing environmental assessment laws.
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Kerry-Lynne Findlay elected new leader of B.C. Conservatives | CBChttps://conservativebc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026-05-30-Conservative-Party-of-BC-Leadership-Results.pdfB.C. MLA Jordan Kealy charged with sexual assault in Fort St. John | CBC NewsProvince, Vancouver, PavCo update cost projections for FIFA World Cup 2026Costs to host FIFA World Cup 2026 in BC $685M to $729M – Business in VancouverFIFA releases thousands of Vancouver hotel rooms ahead of 2026 World Cup, but prices may not drop | CBC NewsPrime Minister Carney launches AI for All: Canada’s new national artificial intelligence strategyOverview of Canada’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy: AI for AllAI for All, Details to Follow: Government Releases a Big-Spending AI Strategy That Is Still Short on the Specifics That Matter – Michael GeistCarney government presses pause on new environmental-assessment legislation – The Globe and MailAfter ‘feedback from thousands,’ Carney government slows down sweeping environmental changes | CBC NewsGovernment of Canada announces immediate support to strengthen Canadian culture and ensure Canadian content remains affordable – Canada.ca -
The legislature goes on summer break but not before the government concedes its case against the fired Victoria School Trustees or the Yaletown overdose prevention site. Canada makes a deal to sell LNG to Germany, and Guilebeault calls it quits eventually.
Note: If we said something about age limits for FHSAs, we didn’t. You heard wrong.
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End of spring sessionShannon breaks down bill 9’s passageWho voted for K’omoks treatyFirefighter’s health actOpposition MLA’s bill set to make dashcams mandatory for commercial trucks in B.C. | CBC NewsM-245Minister’s statement on School District 61 judicial reviewSD 61 trustees reinstated, Province concedes court caseOverdose prevention site in Vancouver’s Yaletown not reopening: minister | CBC NewsMinister’s statement on life-saving services in downtown VancouverCanada reaches ‘milestone’ deal to sell LNG from Ksi Lisims project to Germany | CBC Steven Guilbeault, who quit over climate policy, says return under different PM possible14 Liberal MPs pen letter to Carney raising concerns over environmental backslide | CBC NewsOttawa plans amendments to lawful-access bill amid backlash – The Globe and MailLiberals to amend police data interception bill following searing criticism | CBC NewsCarney says House of Commons won’t weigh in on Alberta’s referendum question | CBC NewsStephane Dion on the Clarity ActAvi Lewis on separation -
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We were going to talk about more things and then we spent 45 minutes on the BC Conservative leadership race, so enjoy the deep dive. Plus Carney gives Alberta a pipeline and they still plan to hold a referendum on whether to hold a separation referendum.
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2026 Conservative Party of British Columbia leadership election – WikipediaIain BlackCaroline ElliottKerry-Lynne FindlayYuri FulmerPeter MilobarKerry-Lynne Findlay facing federal election probe – Business in VancouverB.C. names Site C dam after late premier John Horgan | CBC NewsCarney, Smith reach energy agreement that could see pipeline construction start in 2027 | CBC NewsCarney says the world is facing an ‘energy crisis’ and Canada must help solve it | CBC NewsAlberta government adds separation-related question to fall referendum -
The first recall campaign kicks off, nurses vote to strike and Carney launches discussion papers.
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OneBC’s Vancouver-Quilchena MLA Dallas Brodie to face recall petition | CBC NewsPast petitionsRecall Dallas BrodieRecall Tara ArmstrongB.C. nurses union votes for strike action in landslide – The Globe and MailBC Conservatives revoke Boultbee’s party membership | News | pentictonherald.caOttawa begins consultations on strategy to double Canada’s grid capacity by 2050 – The Globe and MailPowering Canada Strong: A National Strategy for an Electrified Canadian EconomyOttawa proposes suite of measures to streamline project approvals, complete review process within 1 year | CBC News Carney government planning changes to speed approvals for pipelines, resource projects | CBC NewsOttawa suggests letting cabinet green-light pipelines before technical assessments happen – The Globe and MailAlthia Raj: Carney government proposal targets extinction protections for endangered killer whales off B.C. coastGetting Major Projects Built in Canada – Discussion Paper on Proposed Legislative, Regulatory, and Policy ReformsCarney government signals it’s open to selling Canadian portsDiscussion paper: Strengthening One Canadian Economy through trade and transportationCarney says selling public assets like airports could fund infrastructure – National | Globalnews.caSignal warns it would pull out of Canada if made to comply with lawful access bill – The Globe and MailFacing mounting backlash, Anandasangaree says U.S. tech companies are ‘misinterpreting’ his lawful access bill | CBC NewsCanadian Armed Forces to put away the big guns, end avalanche management in Rogers Pass | CBC News -
Pick your pollster, party fundraising, a legislative all-nighter, a new Governor General
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BC Politics: Still-leaderless BC Conservatives open 10-point lead over NDP amid DRIPA uncertainty
B.C. Politics: NDP Holds Narrow Lead as Housing, Health Care, and Deficit Concerns Keep Pressure on Government, Leger Poll
2026 First Quarter Interim Financial Reports Available | Elections BC
B.C. premier calls allegations that cabinet minister was target of investigation false – The Globe and Mail
Politicians were up all night debating B.C.’s Bill 9. Why does it matter so much? | CBC News
Minister’s statement about amendments to Bill 9
Supporting students in Tumbler Ridge with new secondary school
Tumbler Ridge Secondary School will be demolished and rebuilt after mass shooting, province says | CBC News
Louise Arbour to be installed Canada’s next governor general June 8 | CBC News
Canada and Europe should get ‘creative’ in forging closer ties, EU ambassador says | CBC News
‘I would be very pleased’: PM Carney invited to address European Parliament
Canada to be first non-European nation at EPC summit as Carney seeks allies
Pension funds should invest more in Canada, Senate finance committee chair says – The Globe and Mail
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Stormy seas in BC as the White Caps might leave, new hospitals are canceled. And in Ottawa Carney announces something called a sovereign wealth fund.
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Formal offer made to relocate Vancouver Whitecaps to Las Vegas: report | CBC NewsRob Shaw: B.C. wrestles with the rising cost of FIFA World Cup, as Whitecaps also ask for supportProvince cancels Burnaby Hospital agreement – Freshet NewsB.C. cancels contracts for delayed long-term care facilities, hospital expansion, amid growing uncertainty | CBC News‘Left with half of our hospital’: B.C. gov’t cancels contract for Phase 2 of Burnaby Hospital redevelopmentCourt shoots down lawsuit over B.C. legal profession regulatory overhaul | CBC NewsSpring Economic Update 2026 – Canada.ca Ottawa’s economic update to show lower projected deficits, source says – The Globe and MailWith $6-billion boost, Ottawa hopes to shore up labour force for its building agenda – The Globe and MailOttawa draws mixed reviews with new sovereign wealth fund to finance major projects – The Globe and MailLiberals eye capital from airports, other assets to grow sovereign wealth fund – The Globe and MailCarney government eyes privatizing airports to attract investment, cut travel costsChanges to disability tax credit broadly welcomed by opposition, advocates | CBC NewsNew PBO says economic update lacks details on targets, results | CBC NewsState of 24 Sussex ‘an embarrassment,’ says Carney | CBC News‘The door was closed on our province’: Feds not offering pharmacare to N.L., says health minister | CBC NewsCanada selected to headquarter new multinational defence bank, sources say | CBC NewsCarney names former minister Jonathan Wilkinson as next EU envoy | CBC NewsQuebec MP Alexandre Boulerice officially quits NDP to run provincially for Québec Solidaire | CBC News -
Eby changes his DRIPA plans again, and Carney takes charge of committees
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B.C. premier says MLA Joan Phillip is ‘very ill,’ asks for prayers – BC | Globalnews.caB.C. government pulls back on DRIPA suspension again amid First Nations opposition | CBC NewsRob Shaw: Eby ‘in full panic mode’ after latest DRIPA reversalVaughn Palmer: B.C. Premier David Eby has learned he is not in chargeFirst Nations file new claims against B.C. government, cite court ruling making UNDRIP enforceable in lawWei Wai Kum, Nine Allied Tribes and Lax Kw’alaams Band Stand Together to Call BC MLAs to Pause Treaty Bills Ahead of Legislative DebateWhy Wei Wai Kum First Nation wants a pause on the K’ómoks Treaty | CBC NewsOverlapping claims are behind protests from First Nations against two treaties – Castanet.netB.C. faces surge in electricity demand, looks to dust off big dam plans – The Globe and Mail‘Six-figure cars’: Big budgets for B.C. government vehicles stirs heated debateRob Shaw: BC NDP defends vehicle perks while asking everyone else to tighten beltsWASTE: B.C. government bills taxpayers for high-end vehicle leasesOttawa favours southern route for new Alberta-B.C. pipeline, sources say – The Globe and MailAlberta pipeline could receive federal financing through Indigenous loan guarantee program: energy minister | CBC NewsNew Canada-U.S. advisory council includes former premiers, ex-Conservative leaderPrime Minister Carney announces new Advisory Committee on Canada-U.S. Economic Relations – Press release with full listWashington demanding ‘entry fee’ from Ottawa before trade talks: sources | CBC NewsCarney says lifting U.S. liquor ban depends on Trump ending assault on steel, autos, lumber | CBC NewsPrime minister should be required to divest assets, says committee | CBC Newshttps://www.ourcommons.ca/content/Committee/451/ETHI/Reports/RP14024943/451_ETHI_Rpt5_PDF/451_ETHI_Rpt5-e.pdfLiberals move to take control of House committees now that they’ve secured majorityMPs approve new federal budget watchdog over Conservative, Bloc opposition – National | Globalnews.caFederal bill aims to enable ‘homegrown’ space launches | CBC News -
Eby changes his DRIPA plans again, and Carney gets his majority
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NDP government to pause DRIPA amendments amid caucus divisions | CBC NewsVaughn Palmer: B.C. premier upset courts accepted his use of the word ‘must’The problem with DRIPA isn’t the courts. It’s the Premier. – KhelsilemB.C. tables legislation to ratify Kitselas First Nation Treaty as neighbouring nation calls for pause | CBC NewsB.C. to implement K’ómoks treaty despite opposition from neighbouring First Nation | CBC NewsNumber of candidates running for leader of B.C. Conservatives has shrunk to 5B.C. Conservative MLA’s bill on firefighter health passes | CBC News Mark Carney enters his majority era | CBC NewsConservative MPs publicly back Poilievre as leader even after recent stumbles | CBC NewsHouse governing body reinstates NDP parliamentary fundingLiberal party adopts motion to restrict kids from social media‘Our goal is AI for all,’ Carney says in Liberal convention speech | CBC.caOttawa ‘very seriously’ considering age restrictions for social media, AI chatbots | CBC NewsSorry that we were late on this one, we both completely blanked for a couple days there
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Elections BC slaps BC United with a fine for election disinformation over the ‘Fire John Rustad’ campaign from August 2024. The BC Conservatives slap Peter Milobar with a fine for a late deposit. And the NDP kills George Anderson’s private members bill but does take some steps toward allowing more housing. Federally, Marilyn Gladu embraces the red and the finance minister continues Canada’s oldest tradition.
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Elections BC Letter to BC UnitedBC United was secretly behind website calling for Rustad to be fired: Elections BCRustad says ‘dirty trick’ by B.C. United may have cost Conservatives election victory | CBC NewsB.C. Conservative leadership candidate fined for day-late payment of $40K feePeter Milobar response to fineElections BC Annual reportsMinister’s statement on private member’s bill M216B.C. orders West Vancouver to build more homesPremier hints at approval of Kelowna’s bid for early opt-out of short-term rental restrictions – Castanet.netFormer Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu crosses floor to Liberals | CBC NewsCarney says Liberal values are unchanged after socially conservative MP Marilyn Gladu joins party – The Globe and MailMarilyn Gladu says she’s pro-choice, anti conversion therapy as Liberals embrace former Conservative | CBC NewsFloor-crossers support core Liberal values, Carney says | CBC News‘Throw them out’ of Parliament: Poilievre in favour of recall petition for floor-crossers | CBC NewsUp to 40 Conservative MPs fear Pierre Poilievre will cost them their seats, insiders say + rumours of 10 more crossers Pierre Poilievre’s communications director Katy Merrifield resignsHow rare is it for a prime minister to attract 5 floor-crossers in 5 months? | CBC News‘No risk’ of potential conflict with Champagne’s partner working for Alto: ethics commissioner -
New bills, new leaders and controversial trains.
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Bill 14 – Forests Statutes Amendment BC Timber Sales to increase fibre access, strengthen long-term forest outcomes, protect jobs
Bill 15 – Environmental Assessment Amendment Amendments improve dispute resolution, transparency, process predictability
Bill 16 – Misc Statutes Amendment Modernizing enforcement, housing, justice tools
Modernizing bylaw enforcement on the University Endowment LandsUpdating zero-emission vehicle targets, expanding charging networkReadying B.C. to deliver more homes for people in communitiesAdding new tools to help target organized crimeBill 17 – Municipal Codes of Conduct Improving conduct standards for local governments
Bill 18 – Municipal Parental Leave Introducing parental leave for local elected officials
Premier Eby says changing DRIPA is ‘non-negotiable’ and will be pushed into law – Business in Vancouver
B.C. tells First Nations it wants to suspend DRIPA
Adam Olsen – Eby Sent the Wrong Signals on DRIPA Amendments | The Tyee
How did B.C.’s historic Indigenous Rights law, DRIPA, become so controversial? | The Narwhal
Annual Report – Declaration Act
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Report on Provincial Taxation Revenues: Speculation and Vacancy Tax
Audit Reveals Major Problems in BC’s Speculation and Vacancy Tax | The Tyee
Time to Kill the Speculation and Vacancy Tax, Say BC Conservatives | The Tyee
Peter MacKay endorsement
Independent MLA for Peace River North endorses Findlay in leadership race, could rejoin BC Conservatives – CJDC-TV
Jason Kenney endorse Elliott
Darrell Joins endorses Caroline Elliott
Yuri Fulmer and Dallas Brodie announce “Unite the Right Accord”
Rob Shaw: Questions linger over integrity of BC Conservative leadership race
Avi Lewis elected Leader of NDP
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Naheed NenshiCarla BeckDavid EbyMark CarneyHow the NDP leadership vote broke down, ballot by ballot
Vaughn Palmer: B.C. Conservatives challenge NDP to disavow Avi Lewis on LNG
Farewell to one of Canada’s greatest social justice champions
Conservatives and the Bloc opposing Alto Rail
Polling from Abacus and AltNO
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Who’s up, who’s down and who’s out of the BC Conservatives, the Strong and Free Elections Act and the Auditor General attacks the government once more
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BC Leadership Poll: Milobar and Elliott down to the wireB.C. MLA Hon Chan charged with assault and choking, kicked out of Conservative caucus | CBC NewsB.C. NDP government fires back after Greens accuse AI minister of conflict over investments | CBC NewsGreen MLA Valeriote DisclosureHeritage conservation engagement leads to updated proposals to make the act work better for everyoneMontreal-area byelection to use write-in ballots due to dozens of protest candidates | CBC NewsOttawa proposes amendments to Elections Act to counter long-ballot protests – The Globe and Mail Liberal government targets deepfakes, foreign interference in major election law reforms | CBC NewsGovernment Bill (House of Commons) C-25 (45-1) – First Reading – Strong and Free Elections ActInternational Student Program Reforms – Canada.caAuditor-General flags weaknesses in IRCC’s anti-fraud controls for international student program – The Globe and MailModernizing the Pay System – Canada.caReplacing Phoenix pay system will cost at least $4.2-billion, Auditor-General report says – The Globe and MailRecruiting for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police – Canada.caRCMP failed to recruit enough officers to meet operational needs: auditor general | CBC News -
Conservative leadership contestants drop out, CentreBC launches its own race and questions remain about Eby’s leadership and the fed NDP race comes to an end
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Harman Bhangu is out
Bruce Banman is out
Seven candidates still in B.C. Conservative leadership race after two MLAs drop out – Business in Vancouver
Karin Kirkpatrick is out
CentreBC Prepares for First AGM, Leadership Change, and Next Phase of Growth
Leader’s Statement: Create thousands of jobs and connect our communities through passenger rail
All aboard the train to Whistler or Campbell River? B.C. Green leader proposes province-wide rail network
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Provincial Support for the Village of Lytton’s Wildfire Recovery – Office of the Auditor General B.C.
BC’s Auditor General Offers Reasons for the Lack of Rebuilding in Lytton | The Tyee
Premiers’ Performance: Eby falls to a new low in B.C., while Kinew continues his comfort atop the list – Angus Reid Institute
From Collapse to Dominance « EKOS Politics
Front-Runners Emerge in the NDP Leadership Race | The Tyee
Avi Lewis stands by past activism as he’s criticized for ‘politics of subtraction’ | CBC News
NDP leadership hopeful rebuffed opponent’s offer of second-ballot support
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BC wants to put limits on protests, and Carney gets another floor crosser as he stumbles his way to yet another position on Iran. Jesse Woodward from CHLY guest cohosts.
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Protecting access to places of worship, schoolsBC Humanists: Religious bubble zone law threatens fundamental freedomsProfessional Employees Association reaches deal with B.C. gov’t after lengthy labour dispute | CBC NewsIdlout says she felt she was ‘betraying’ her constituents by staying with NDPDon Davies’ Statement Posted to Twitter Carney calls byelections in Quebec riding of Terrebonne, 2 Toronto ridings | CBC NewsThe Canadian government is deciding who’s a journalist now – The HubCanadian government backtracks on using media subsidy criteria as accreditationCanada will ‘never participate’ in Iran offensive, Mark Carney says -
David Eby kills time changes, the feds sign a deal with the Musqueam and Carney dithers on Iran and foreign interference
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Adopting permanent daylight saving timeMost of B.C. to adopt daylight saving time permanently, Eby says – The Globe and MailB.C. cities can set their own time zones, province says | CBC NewsB.C. teachers ratify new 4-year agreement with 3% annual wage boost | CBC NewsBC teachers ratify new four-year agreementšxʷq̓ʷal̕təl̕tən – A Rights Recognition AgreementFact File: What the Musqueam agreements mean for private property owners in B.C.Rob Shaw: Eby’s Musqueam denial unravels after Ottawa insists B.C. was briefedNine candidates make the cut in the race for the leadership of B.C. Conservatives | CBChttps://x.com/Conservative_BC/status/2027849001853182033?s=20Low Name Recognition for Leadership Hopefuls in British Columbia – Research Co.Improving complaint process for employers, workersNew B.C. legislation cracks down on weapons, violence in supportive housingStrengthening health and safety in supportive housingBill 11Kelowna MLA wants to cut welfare to drug offenders until they go to rehab – Castanet.netFeb 28 Statement by Prime Minister Carney and Minister Anand on the situation in the Middle EastMar 3 Statement by Prime Minister Carney on the evolving situation in the Middle EastLiberal MPs to hold call Friday as caucus raises concerns about Carney’s shifting Iran position | CBC NewsAround 2,000 Canadians looking for help leaving Middle East as U.S., Israel move to ‘next phase’ of Iran war | CBCAttack on Iran: Little consensus among Canadians as half oppose, one-in-three support the US-Israeli strikesCanada could be called on to help defend Gulf states, says top military commander | CBC NewsCarney signs deals worth billions in diplomatic breakthrough with India’s Modi | CBC NewsCanada, India sign ‘landmark’ energy deal as CSIS says foreign interference concerns unchangedCarney won’t say if there’s Indian interference in Canada after cutting deals with Modi | CBC News -
The BC Conservative race tightens up with candidates dropping out and MLA endorsements racking up. The NDP are under fire for policy changes. The federal government might be fine with some light foreign interference. And the Conservatives get an amendment to the budget.
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Steve Kooner outPrince George-North Cariboo MLA Sheldon Clare ends bid for BC Conservative leadershipBC Conservative leadership race: Peter Milobar gets caucus endorsements | Vancouver SunFederal Tories move to limit use of party data in B.C. Conservative leadership race – The Globe and MailKelowna MLA’s bill to repeal BC Human Rights Code quickly voted down – Castanet.netStreamlining government’s response to organized crimeImproving digital service delivery with FOIPPA amendmentsVaughn Palmer: NDP set to weaken B.C.’s FOI law and keep public in the dark B.C. policy change on billing could limit health-care access – Business in Vancouver$10-a-day daycare program paused in order to stabilize, B.C. government says | Globalnews.caB.C.’s $10-a-day child-care program pauses controversial funding model, but service remains out of reach for manyB.C. premier says Senate committee wants to gut bill that could close loopholes for extortion suspects | CBC NewsWhere is Canada’s immigration minister? Community groups are asking | CBC NewsCanadian police warn Sikh activist of threat to life as Carney announces India visit | Globalnews.caMinister says there’s ‘a lot more work to do’ with India after Canadian official says it’s no longer a threat | CBC NewsPM urged to clarify whether he believes India still carrying out interference in Canada – The Globe and MailPoilievre targets Trump, urges Canada to focus on what it can control in major speech | CBC NewsLiberals accept Conservative budget amendments on ‘regulatory sandboxes’Liberals’ omnibus budget bill passes final hurdle in the House of Commons | CBC News -
A new provincial budget, an NDP debate, and a few more seats change hands federally.
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BC Budget Vaughn Palmer: NDP quietly abolishes watchdog on civil service appointments Reinforcing B.C.’s leadership in interprovincial tradeNew legislation will allow people to renew, replace driver’s licence onlineNew legislation will strengthen oversight of international educationJohn Rustad bows outHarman Bhangu is inPallas Data pollSupreme Court invalidates result from spring federal election in Terrebonne ridingMP Matt Jeneroux leaves Conservatives to join Liberals, citing ‘national unity crisis’ | CBC NewsPrime Minister Carney launches Canada’s first Defence Industrial Strategy to strengthen security, create prosperity, and reinforce strategic autonomyCanada’s Defence Industrial Strategy -
A sombre reflection takes the place of the throne speech as BC prepares for budget 2026 and Carney may or may not be gearing up for an election.
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Tumbler Ridge PAC GoFundMe for victims’ familyThrone speech pays tribute to the people of Tumbler RidgeEby says 2,000 public service jobs cut and counting as B.C. faces $11.2B deficit | CBC NewsSupporting children, youth with disabilities with new programs, more fundingLeader’s Statement: BC Greens Will Not Renew CARGACarney, Ford discussed idea of an early federal election to secure majority, sources say – The Globe and MailConservatives, Liberals in behind-the-scenes negotiations as PM downplays election talk | CBC NewsConservatives propose helping Liberals pass BIA if they remove sections allowing ministers to ‘ignore certain laws and regulations’ – iPoliticsCanada discreetly puts money down on 14 additional F-35s | CBC News -
More and more and more names for the BC Con leadership, while Poilievre survives his vote. And an AI consultation summary delivered to us by AI.
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Steve Kooner for BC Conservative LeaderAbbotsford South MLA Bruce Banman to run for Conservative leadershipBruce BanmanJohn Rustad considering a run for leadership2025 Fourth Quarter Interim Financial Reports Available | Elections BCBC Conservative leader candidate eyes 10-lane George Massey bridge project revival | UrbanizedBC Greens Announce the Resignation of Deputy Leader Dr. Lisa GundersonConservative leadership vote 2026 results: Poilievre easily passes leadership test, receives 87.4 per cent supportThe Conservative Party is overhauling its policy playbook. Here’s what’s changing | CBC NewsBail-reform bill moves to Senate after co-operation deal with Conservatives – The Globe and MailAt portrait unveiling, Harper says Canadians must make sacrifices to preserve independence – The Globe and MailStephen Harper nude painting sold to Vancouver man for $20K | CBC NewsWeekly Writ 2/5: Conservatives and Liberals set fundraising records in 2025Avi Lewis has wide lead in NDP leadership fundraisingNew federal grocery rebate will cost $12.4 billion, PBO estimates | CBC NewsGovernment tables bill giving Build Canada Homes power to acquisition land | CBC NewsHow one defection to Mark Carney’s Liberals set off a political earthquake at Queen’s ParkWhen it comes to Ontario, I’m all in. – Nate Erskine-Smith Eric Lombardi, More Neighbours Toronto founder considering a runAn Illusion of Consensus: What the Government Isn’t Saying About the Results of its AI Consultation – Michael Geist -
The BC Conservative leadership race heats up as the federal NDP membership deadline passes (and one more candidate is rejected). David Eby tries some firey rhetoric, while Carney upsets Quebec with his. And camping is getting more expensive.
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Darrell Jones is inJones on grocery pricesKerry-Lynne Findlay is inYuri Fulmer goes after Caroline Elliott’s Liberal donationsPost by @davidebybc.bsky.social – “Treason”B.C. premier says Alberta separatists seeking assistance from U.S. is ‘treason’ | CBC NewsB.C. attorney general warns against doing deals with ICE, amid pending Pattison saleB.C. extortion wave is ‘terror attack in slow motion’: EbyWestern provinces and territories sign pact to develop critical minerals strategy | CBC NewsB.C. Premier basks in mining expansions as sector proves to be important ally for NDP government – The Globe and MailCamping fees updated to further invest in parks and recreationPrime Minister Carney announces new measures to make groceries and other essentials more affordable for CanadiansCarney stands by Plains of Abraham speech that rankled Quebec’s political classCarney cancels news conference appearance last minute after Quebec City cabinet retreat | CBCFormer B.C. chief electoral officer tapped to head Foreign Influence Transparency Registry – The Globe and MailPoilievre courts delegates as he faces a must-win leadership review vote | CBC NewsNDP blocks Yves Engler’s wife, Bianca Mugyenyi, from leadership race – The Globe and Mail -
British Columbia is delaying changes to the Heritage Conservation Act pending further consultations. Extortion may or may not be a crisis in Surrey. The BC Conservatives will pick their leader by May 30. Mark Carney gets praise for his Davos speech as he inks a new deal with China.
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B.C. postponing changes to heritage act to increase consultation, says minister – Richmond NewsHeritage Conservation Act changes further delayed over concerns it could halt developmentEby says head of extortion task force needs to demonstrate urgency or step aside – BC | Globalnews.caB.C. anti-extortion chief sorry for disputing blackmail ‘crisis’ after criticism from Premier – The Globe and Mailhttps://globalnews.ca/news/11572311/extortion-suspects-claim-refugee-status-cbsa/Trudeau’s use of Emergencies Act to clear convoy protests unjustified, appeal court rules – The Globe and MailLEADERSHIP Rules 2026 | Conservative Party of British Columbia Darrell Jones announcesMark Carney earned a rare standing ovation in Davos. Read the full text of his speech here‘The old order is not coming back,’ Carney says in provocative speech at Davos | CBC NewsPoilievre calls Carney’s Davos speech ‘well-crafted,’ but says action must follow | CBC NewsResponse From The Honourable Pierre Poilievre, Leader of the Official Opposition, to the Prime Minister’s Speech in Davos – Conservative Party of CanadaTrump says he’s withdrawing invitation for Carney to join his Gaza ‘Board of Peace’ | CBC NewsPrime Minister Carney forges new strategic partnership with the People’s Republic of China focused on energy, agri-food, and tradeFederal government asked court to set aside Ottawa’s shutdown order for TikTok Canada - Visa fler
