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Eby announces ending of provincial carbon tax, after Carney kills federal version

Eby announces ending of provincial carbon tax, after Carney kills federal version

British Columbia's government will follow through on its promise to repeal the province's consumer carbon tax after new Prime Minister Mark Carney moved to eliminate the federal version of the levy on Friday.
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B.C. ports monitoring Alaska senator’s cruise-ship bypass threat

B.C. ports monitoring Alaska senator’s cruise-ship bypass threat

Trade war sparking division between B.C. and Alaska as cruise ships appear to be next collateral damage
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B.C.'s measles vaccination rate is lower than in Gaines County, Texas

B.C.'s measles vaccination rate is lower than in Gaines County, Texas

That makes the BCCDC 'quite worried.' How to check if you're protected.
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Elon Musk slams B.C.’s Tesla charger rebate ban

Elon Musk slams B.C.’s Tesla charger rebate ban

B.C. removes BC Hydro charger rebates for Tesla products but appears to keep other U.S. manufacturers, for political reasons
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Nominations being accepted for annual Richmond youth awards

Nominations being accepted for annual Richmond youth awards

One award is for an adult who inspires and mentors youth.
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Metro Vancouver weather: Thunderstorm expected to follow rain, wet snow in some areas

Metro Vancouver weather: Thunderstorm expected to follow rain, wet snow in some areas

Stormy weather is in the cards.
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First Canadian outpost of South Korean coffee chain grand opening in Richmond

First Canadian outpost of South Korean coffee chain grand opening in Richmond

There will be 'Canada-only' special drinks by the brand at the Richmond location.
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Mining company fined $114K for polluting B.C. river with high cobalt levels

Mining company fined $114K for polluting B.C. river with high cobalt levels

Barrick Gold Inc. was penalized for repeatedly discharging toxic mine waste into a stream that feeds the Similkameen River.
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Rob Shaw: Eby pushes 'sweeping' economic powers to fight tariffs

Rob Shaw: Eby pushes 'sweeping' economic powers to fight tariffs

In this week's political round-up, the B.C. government wants to tighten control over economy but takes a cautious approach to forced treatment
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1.3M passengers expected at YVR this spring break

1.3M passengers expected at YVR this spring break

Friday, March 28 is expected to be the busiest travel day at Vancouver International Airport.
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