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Opinion: B.C.'s Bill 7 an 'unnecessary power grab,' says former premier

Opinion: B.C.'s Bill 7 an 'unnecessary power grab,' says former premier

"To stand up to the U.S., we must first stand up for democracy and against autocracy at home," writes former B.C. premier Gordon Campbell.
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Rob Shaw: NDP weighs changes amid backlash to Eby’s emergency powers bill

Rob Shaw: NDP weighs changes amid backlash to Eby’s emergency powers bill

Facing criticism that Bill 7 undermines democracy, the BC NDP is exploring amendments—but warns it won’t be accused later of moving too slowly.
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Kirk LaPointe: Canada at a crossroads as Carney, Poilievre clash

Kirk LaPointe: Canada at a crossroads as Carney, Poilievre clash

This campaign will shape the economy, Canada’s global standing and how we withstand an economic storm from the U.S.
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Opinion: Co-ops should be a big part of North Shore housing plan

Opinion: Co-ops should be a big part of North Shore housing plan

Co-ops provide another option for families who can’t afford to buy a house for $1 million-plus dollars, so why aren’t we building more of them?
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Letter: No washrooms at Phibbs Exchange makes no sense

Letter: No washrooms at Phibbs Exchange makes no sense

It’s a disgrace our tax dollars paid for this and there are no public facilities, letter writer says
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Rob Shaw: Mo Money, Mo Massey, Mo Problems for BC NDP

Rob Shaw: Mo Money, Mo Massey, Mo Problems for BC NDP

Province says no to federal infrastructure funds, axes key rental program and faces backlash over a bill that hands Eby sweeping authority
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John Ducker: What younger drivers can learn from their elders

John Ducker: What younger drivers can learn from their elders

Older drivers have been there and done that and their experiences are often invaluable to those who have recently hit the road.
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Opinion: An American military invasion of Canada? No longer unthinkable, but highly unlikely

Opinion: An American military invasion of Canada? No longer unthinkable, but highly unlikely

An attempt at a military invasion of Canada would be catastrophic for the U.S. Short of a desire for self-sabotage, there is no incentive for Americans to undertake such a reckless course.
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Kirk LaPointe: Our democratic leaders are suddenly too eager to test our democratic limits

Kirk LaPointe: Our democratic leaders are suddenly too eager to test our democratic limits

Democracy is being sidelined for convenience
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Mario Canseco: Under Trump, the monarchy’s popularity has rebounded

Mario Canseco: Under Trump, the monarchy’s popularity has rebounded

Research Co. poll reveals support for an elected head of state grows, but the monarchy isn’t fading yet
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