B.C. consumer watchdog investigating StubHub over FIFA ticket complaints
StubHub is under investigation by British Columbia's consumer watchdog following complaints from FIFA World Cup fans who say they never received tickets they purchased.
Eby to travel to China this weekend to pitch B.C. energy, goods and tourism
Premier David Eby is heading to China this week on a trade mission aimed at strengthening economic ties as British Columbia looks to diversify its exports beyond the U.S. market.
Red Chris mine expansion gets the greenlight from B.C.
British Columbia has approved a major expansion of the Red Chris mine, allowing the northwest B.C. operation to shift from open-pit to underground mining.
Signed, sealed and delivered: Canada Post and CUPW sign off
Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers have signed new collective agreements, ending the bargaining process and providing labour stability through January, 2029.
B.C. premier says Trump’s comments on CUSMA deal are “bizarre”
Premier David Eby said Wednesday that Donald Trump's suggestion he may not renew CUSMA cast a shadow over a virtual first ministers' meeting.
Vancouver residents lukewarm on hosting FIFA matches, says polling
A new poll suggests most Vancouver residents believe the costs of hosting FIFA World Cup matches outweigh the benefits, even as preparations for the tournament ramp up across British Columbia.
B.C. added more than 25,000 jobs in May, says StatCan
British Columbia added 25,200 jobs in May, reversing some of the losses recorded earlier this year, according to Statistics Canada.
Federal action plan for forestry sector expected this week, as report warns of looming “existential risk”
The federal government is expected to release a long-awaited action plan for Canada's struggling forest sector within days, a senior official said Thursday.
Why young workers are being squeezed out of B.C.’s labour market
Young people in B.C. are facing one of the toughest job markets in years, with economists and business groups warning that youth unemployment remains stubbornly high despite recent gains.
Canada Post workers approve new collective agreements
Canada Post workers represented by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers have approved new collective agreements that will remain in effect until 2029.
B.C.’s minimum wage set to increase on June 1
British Columbia’s general minimum wage will increase to $18.25 per hour on June 1, but advocates said it still falls short of a living wage in much of the province.
B.C.’s FIFA World Cup price tag climbs to $729M
B.C. says the cost of hosting seven FIFA World Cup matches in Vancouver could reach $729 million, up $105 million from its previous high-end estimate.
