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'Miracle on the Prairies': Alberta United Conservatives win majority government

'Miracle on the Prairies': Alberta United Conservatives win majority government

Alberta’s United Conservative Party emerged bloodied but still standing in Monday’s bitterly contested provincial election.
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The cost of doing business has worsened for nearly nine in 10 B.C. businesses, survey finds

The cost of doing business has worsened for nearly nine in 10 B.C. businesses, survey finds

Talent trumps taxes, capital, red tape as the top issue for business owners, who are struggling with the cost of labour
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Who’s Suing Whom: May 30, 2023

Who’s Suing Whom: May 30, 2023

The latest from the B.C. Supreme Court
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Former B.C. payroll administrator must pay $2M for embezzlement

Former B.C. payroll administrator must pay $2M for embezzlement

"Overwhelming case of fraud, misappropriation, conversion and deceit," said the judge.
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New Democrat MP says she is target of foreign interference by China

New Democrat MP says she is target of foreign interference by China

OTTAWA — New Democrat MP Jenny Kwan said Monday that Canada's spy agency has confirmed her long-held belief she is being targeted by the Chinese government, as the prime minister granted the NDP's wish to allow more party members to review top-secret
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Gambling in Richmond is on the rise

Gambling in Richmond is on the rise

Last year’s gaming revenues were $1.9 million less than expected.
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Rob Shaw: The unscripted David Eby goes for a campaign test drive, mostly

Rob Shaw: The unscripted David Eby goes for a campaign test drive, mostly

Expectations weren't high, but the premier met them, writes Rob Shaw
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StatCan report casts clouds on claims of a widespread labour shortage in Canada

StatCan report casts clouds on claims of a widespread labour shortage in Canada

Perceived countrywide labour shortage has put pressure on governments to help businesses find workers, including by increasing Canada's immigration targets
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B.C.'s minimum wage to be highest among provinces starting June 1

B.C.'s minimum wage to be highest among provinces starting June 1

B.C. has the second highest minimum wage in the country as of June 1.
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Who’s Suing Whom: May 29, 2023

Who’s Suing Whom: May 29, 2023

The latest from the B.C. Supreme Court
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