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B.C. opts into federal temporary foreign worker exemption for rural employers, but rejects higher cap

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British Columbia is partially opting into a federal temporary foreign worker (TFW) program aimed at providing relief for rural employers facing labour shortages.

B.C. tables bills to strengthen laws against sexual violence

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The British Columbia government has tabled two bills aimed at addressing sexual violence, as leaders returned for the fall session of Parliament on Monday. 

B.C. sending 1,600 overdose prevention kits to post-secondary schools

Provincial Emily Joveski -
The British Columbia government is distributing 1,600 naloxone kits to public post-secondary institutions in the province. 

B.C. boosts funding to expand RCMP hate crime unit

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British Columbia is significantly expanding the RCMP’s provincial hate crimes unit.

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Four soldiers identified after deadly fire at CFB Wainwright

National
Four people are confirmed dead and 39 others are in hospital following a fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, with at least 19 of the injured in critical condition.

Putting kids first: Conservatives pitch plan for play, food and focus

2026 BC Election
B.C. Conservative Party Leader Lorne Doerkson also pledged more playground funding and support for families raising children with autism.

Deaths, injuries confirmed at CFB Wainwright as military notifies families

National
Several people have died and many others have been injured at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, the Canadian Armed Forces confirmed in a statement dated Oct. 18.

2026 Municipal Election: Granisle, Hazelton mayoral incumbents re-elected

2026 Municipal Election
The polls have closed and results are coming in for the 2026 municipal election.

2026 Municipal Election: Shane Brienen wins another term as Houston Mayor

2026 Municipal Election
The polls have closed and results are coming in for the 2026 municipal election.