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cicnews.combusiness2 days ago
British Columbia Approves Underground Expansion at Red Chris Mine
The province has approved a shift from open-pit to underground block-cave mining at the Red Chris copper-gold mine. Officials said the change will increase ore processing to 15 million tonnes per year and extend operations by more than a decade.
thenarwhal.cabusiness12 days ago
Two First Nations withdraw legal challenges to Ksi Lisims LNG project
The Metlakatla First Nation and Lax Kw'alaams Band have withdrawn federal court challenges after signing benefit agreements with the project's developer. The $10-billion facility on Pearse Island still faces other legal and political hurdles.
eonline.comsports28 days ago
Prince George Officials Say No Evidence Supports Claims of Vancouver Relocating Unhoused People
City officials and councillors in Prince George have stated there is no evidence that Vancouver is transporting unhoused people to the community ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Similar rumours have circulated in other Canadian cities without documented proof.
cicnews.comworld30 days ago
British Columbia nurses reach tentative deal, averting job action
The B.C. Nurses' Union and the Health Employers Association agreed to a new collective agreement on Friday. The pact follows a 98.2 percent strike-authorization vote earlier in May.
thecanary.coworld30 days ago
Canada to Establish 6,700-Square-Kilometre Marine Reserve on B.C. Central Coast
The Mia-yaltwa Ha’lidzogmhoon national marine conservation area will cover roughly 6,700 square kilometres between Gil Island and Calvert Island. The reserve results from an agreement between six First Nations and the federal and provincial governments.
citizen.co.zascience35 days ago
B.C. Hydro and District of Hudson's Hope Open New Recreation Area on Site C Reservoir
B.C. Hydro and the District of Hudson's Hope opened a new recreation area on the Site C reservoir this week. The site includes picnic tables, an information shelter, and a walking trail along a shoreline protection berm.
cicnews.comfinance37 days ago
British Columbia Premier Supports LNG Canada Phase 2 Expansion
British Columbia Premier David Eby said this week that he hopes LNG Canada makes a final investment decision on Phase 2 of its Kitimat facility by the end of 2026. The project, backed by Shell, Petronas, PetroChina, Mitsubishi and Kogas, is described as the largest private sector…
benzinga.comfinance38 days ago
British Columbia Investment Management to Close Two Global Stock Strategies
British Columbia Investment Management is closing two global stock-picking strategies that oversee about C$4.3 billion ($3.1 billion). The decision comes as the firm contends with a contracting pool of publicly listed firms. The move reflects challenges in sourcing investment opp…
nerdwallet.comtechnology41 days ago
Canada Partners with Telus to Build New AI Data Centres in Vancouver and Kamloops
Federal government and Telus partnership will expand existing Kamloops facility and build two new Vancouver sites, with first facilities online later this year. Projects emphasize clean energy, water recycling and data sovereignty. B.C. Green Party Leader Emily Lowan calls for mo…
apnews.comfinance58 days ago
Canadian Government Approves Enbridge's $4 Billion Natural Gas Pipeline Expansion in British Columbia
The federal government has approved the Sunrise Expansion Program, a $4 billion natural gas pipeline project proposed by Enbridge in British Columbia. The 139-kilometre expansion will add up to 300 million cubic feet of LNG capacity and generate over $700 million in tax revenue.…
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British Columbia Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Maple Ridge Manslaughter
Alexander Delair, 27, from Metro Vancouver, received a 15-year prison sentence for manslaughter in the fatal shooting of a 34-year-old man in Maple Ridge on May 31, 2022. Delair, who initially faced second-degree murder charges, pleaded guilty last November and also received sent…