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Rob Botterell
Politics
BC Green leader running in Saanich North and the Islands in Oct. 24 election
B.C. Green Leader Emily Lowan said Wednesday she is running in Saanich North and the Islands in this fall’s provincial election, after incumbent MLA Rob Botterell announced he will not seek re-election in the riding.
Provincial
Privacy watchdog investigating B.C.’s decision to remove public government directory
British Columbia's privacy watchdog is investigating the province's removal of public access to its online government employee directory.
Politics
B.C. legislature affirms support for Human Rights Code amid fallout over repeal bill
MLAs overwhelmingly passed a motion Thursday affirming support for British Columbia’s Human Rights Code after Pride organizations raised concerns about a bill proposing its repeal.
Politics
Pride groups call for censure and resignation of MLA Tara Armstrong
Pride organizations across B.C. are calling for the legislature to censure Independent MLA Tara Armstrong and say she should resign.
Provincial
Calls grow for public inquiry after Tumbler Ridge Shooting
Premier David Eby did not rule out a public inquiry into the Feb. 10 mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, saying he would “use any tools available” to get answers about the tragedy.
Provincial
B.C. Greens say co-operation agreement with NDP is over
The B.C. Green Party said Monday it won’t renew a co-operation agreement with the NDP government.
Provincial
Report calls for regional approach and more transparency in forest management
A new independent report says British Columbia’s forest management system needs a complete overhaul rather than short-term fixes.
Provincial
B.C. passes bill to fast-track $6B North Coast transmission line
The government’s bill to accelerate the construction of the North Coast Transmission Line passed third reading Wednesday evening, despite opposition from B.C. Conservatives and the Greens.
Provincial
B.C. Greens call for a return to vacancy control with new legislation
The B.C. Greens have tabled legislation that would limit how much landlords can raise rents between tenancies.
Provincial
B.C. Green candidates shared visions for party future in weekend leadership debate
B.C. Green party candidates faced off in a leadership debate Saturday in downtown Victoria.
Provincial
Adam Bremner-Akins joins B.C. Greens leadership slate
The B.C. Greens have announced Adam Bremner-Akins from Port Coquitlam as the third and final candidate in the party’s leadership race.
Provincial
Comox councillor enters B.C. Greens leadership race
Comox town councillor and family doctor Jonathan Kerr is in the running to be the next leader of the B.C. Greens.
