Victoria Times-Colonist
Putting Parliament on hold puts mining tax credits in question
Mineral exploration companies rely on 'temporary' tax credit to be passed in budget
6 Jan 2025 19:30:00
Prince George Citizen
Rossi, Terry and Kuemper named NHL's three stars of the week
NEW YORK — Minnesota centre Marco Rossi, Anaheim right-wing Troy Terry and Los Angeles goaltender Darcy Kuemper have been named the NHL’s three stars of the week.
6 Jan 2025 19:22:51
Prince George Citizen
Doctors worry that iodine deficiency - a dietary problem from the past - is coming back
NEW YORK (AP) — The 13-year-old boy came to the clinic with a rapidly ballooning neck. Doctors were puzzled. Testing ruled out their first suspicion. But further tests pinpointed what they — and t ...More ...
NEW YORK (AP) — The 13-year-old boy came to the clinic with a rapidly ballooning neck. Doctors were puzzled. Testing ruled out their first suspicion. But further tests pinpointed what they — and the boy — had been missing: iodine.6 Jan 2025 19:22:48
Victoria Times-Colonist
Nova Scotia paper mill to be powered by wind farm with financing from federal agency
HALIFAX — A Cape Breton paper mill says a federal investment in 24 new wind turbines completes the financing of a project that will secure its future electricity needs. The Canada Infrastructure Ban ...More ...
HALIFAX — A Cape Breton paper mill says a federal investment in 24 new wind turbines completes the financing of a project that will secure its future electricity needs. The Canada Infrastructure Bank has announced it will provide $224.6 Jan 2025 19:19:54
Prince George Citizen
Congress certifies Trump won the election without challenge, in stark contrast to the 2021 violence
WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress certified President-elect Donald Trump as the winner of the 2024 election in proceedings that unfolded Monday without challenge, in stark contrast to the Jan. 6, 2021, vio ...More ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress certified President-elect Donald Trump as the winner of the 2024 election in proceedings that unfolded Monday without challenge, in stark contrast to the Jan. 6, 2021, violence as his mob of supporters stormed the Capitol.6 Jan 2025 19:17:15
Prince George Citizen
New leadership at the Canadian Home Builders' Association of Northern BC
Katherine Carlson is the new executive officer at the Canadian Home Builders' Association of Northern BC in Prince George.
6 Jan 2025 18:56:30
Prince George Citizen
Harris oversaw certification of her defeat to Trump four years after he sparked Capitol attack
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday presided over the certification of her defeat to Donald Trump four years after he tried to stop the very process that will now return him to ...More ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday presided over the certification of her defeat to Donald Trump four years after he tried to stop the very process that will now return him to the White House.6 Jan 2025 18:53:03
The Orca
Kirk LaPointe: Winter's cold grasp claims another Trudeau's time in power
Justin Trudeau resigns after nearly a decade as prime minister, leaving behind a polarized legacy and a party in crisis
6 Jan 2025 18:51:27
Georgia Straight
The Cultch is hosting the Vancouver premiere of “Wonderful Joe” by puppeteer Ronnie Burkett
Puppets are having a moment.
6 Jan 2025 18:46:56
Prince George Citizen
The Latest: Harris certifies Trump’s electoral victory
Congress certified President-elect Donald Trump’s election under the tightest national security level possible. Layers of tall black fencing flank the U.S. Capitol complex in a stark reminder of wha ...More ...
Congress certified President-elect Donald Trump’s election under the tightest national security level possible. Layers of tall black fencing flank the U.S. Capitol complex in a stark reminder of what happened on January 6 four years ago .6 Jan 2025 18:43:51
Prince George Citizen
Trump is certified as the 2024 election winner without challenge, in stark contrast to 2021 violence
WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress certified President-elect Donald Trump as the winner of the 2024 election in proceedings that unfolded Monday without violence or mayhem, in stark contrast to the Jan.
6 Jan 2025 18:40:57
Victoria Times-Colonist
CES 2025 is here. What can we expect from the annual show of all-things tech?
NEW YORK (AP) — CES , the annual trade show of all things tech, is upon us.
6 Jan 2025 18:40:02
Prince George Citizen
Trump responds to Trudeau's resignation with dig about Canada being 51st state
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump says Justin Trudeau resigned because he knows the United States will not put up with trade deficits with Canada and says many Canadians would love being the ...More ...
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump says Justin Trudeau resigned because he knows the United States will not put up with trade deficits with Canada and says many Canadians would love being the 51st state.6 Jan 2025 18:30:33
Victoria Times-Colonist
With the House of Commons prorogued, some key Liberal legislation may not pass
OTTAWA — Gov. Gen. Mary Simon granted Justin Trudeau's request Monday to prorogue Parliament until Mar. 24, suspending activities of the House of Commons while the Liberals move to replace him as bo ...More ...
OTTAWA — Gov. Gen. Mary Simon granted Justin Trudeau's request Monday to prorogue Parliament until Mar. 24, suspending activities of the House of Commons while the Liberals move to replace him as both Liberal Leader and prime minister.6 Jan 2025 18:24:48
Victoria Times-Colonist
Music Review: On 'Perverts,' Ethel Cain's gloomy Americana turns industrial
Just a week into 2025, Ethel Cain has released a unique and challenging album. “Perverts," the second studio release by the gloomy Americana artist Hayden Anhedönia, who performs as Ethel Cain, dep ...More ...
Just a week into 2025, Ethel Cain has released a unique and challenging album. “Perverts," the second studio release by the gloomy Americana artist Hayden Anhedönia, who performs as Ethel Cain, deploys a vast array of elements.6 Jan 2025 18:24:26
Victoria Times-Colonist
Pope Francis has named the first woman to head a major Vatican office, tapping an Italian nun
ROME (AP) — Pope Francis on Monday named the first woman to head a major Vatican office, appointing an Italian nun, Sister Simona Brambilla, to become prefect of the department responsible for all t ...More ...
ROME (AP) — Pope Francis on Monday named the first woman to head a major Vatican office, appointing an Italian nun, Sister Simona Brambilla, to become prefect of the department responsible for all the Catholic Church's religious orders.6 Jan 2025 18:20:09
Prince George Citizen
Trudeau's leaves mixed global legacy as he exits during turbulent time, analysts say
OTTAWA — Analysts say Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will leave the world stage with a legacy of pushing for feminist causes and international rules, and criticism that his actions fell short of rhet ...More ...
OTTAWA — Analysts say Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will leave the world stage with a legacy of pushing for feminist causes and international rules, and criticism that his actions fell short of rhetoric.6 Jan 2025 18:17:30
Victoria Times-Colonist
Book Review: Kenitz's debut novel transforms 'The Perfect Home' into a gut-roiling thriller
Dawn and Wyatt Decker are a reality TV couple renovating homes on-screen and dealing with fertility problems off-screen.
6 Jan 2025 18:15:39
Prince George Citizen
CP NewsAlert: Trump responds to Trudeau's resignation with dig about 51st state
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump says Justin Trudeau resigned because he knows the U.S. will not put up with trade deficits with Canada and says many Canadians would love being the 51st sta ...More ...
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump says Justin Trudeau resigned because he knows the U.S. will not put up with trade deficits with Canada and says many Canadians would love being the 51st state.6 Jan 2025 18:14:38
Prince George Citizen
Congress convenes to certify Trump's election win, but his Jan. 6 legacy hangs over the day
WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress convened Monday under heavy security and a snowstorm to certify President-elect Donald Trump’s election, the legacy of Jan.
6 Jan 2025 18:12:32
Prince George Citizen
Some quotes on Justin Trudeau's decision to step down
OTTAWA — Justin Trudeau announced Monday he will step down as prime minister and Liberal leader once the party chooses his successor.
6 Jan 2025 17:56:35
Georgia Straight
Justin Trudeau to resign as prime minister and leader of the Liberal Party
"I cannot be the one to carry the Liberal standard into the next election.”
6 Jan 2025 17:56:32
Victoria Times-Colonist
Harbaugh says Baltimore WR Zay Flowers' knee injury isn't season ending, describes him as day to day
Baltimore Ravens receiver Zay Flowers' knee injury is not season ending, coach John Harbaugh said Monday, but he gave no assurances about a quick return.
6 Jan 2025 17:36:21
Prince George Citizen
Pulse oximeters may misread oxygen levels in people of color. The FDA wants to change that
WASHINGTON (AP) — Makers of medical devices that quickly measure oxygen levels in the blood would have to gather extra data to show that their products work for patients of color, under a new federa ...More ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — Makers of medical devices that quickly measure oxygen levels in the blood would have to gather extra data to show that their products work for patients of color, under a new federal proposal released Monday.6 Jan 2025 17:33:35
Prince George Citizen
Evers’ plan to let Wisconsin voters repeal and create state laws meets GOP resistance
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Gov.
6 Jan 2025 17:24:19
Prince George Citizen
The Latest: The legacy of Jan. 6 looms over election certification
Congress will gather Monday to certify President-elect Donald Trump’s election under the tightest national security level possible. Layers of tall black fencing flank the U.S.
6 Jan 2025 17:07:46
CBC British Columbia
Court orders WestJet to hand over flight attendant harassment files in class-action lawsuit
The B.C. Supreme Court has ordered WestJet to hand over all its files on harassment of flight attendants, in a class-action lawsuit alleging widespread misconduct by pilots. ...More ...
The B.C. Supreme Court has ordered WestJet to hand over all its files on harassment of flight attendants, in a class-action lawsuit alleging widespread misconduct by pilots.
6 Jan 2025 16:35:54
Victoria Times-Colonist
The Latest: Justin Trudeau to resign after Liberals choose new leader
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is addressing media this morning from his residence in Ottawa as a growing number of his MPs call for his resignation. He says he will step down once his party ...More ...
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is addressing media this morning from his residence in Ottawa as a growing number of his MPs call for his resignation. He says he will step down once his party selects a new leader.6 Jan 2025 16:29:12
CBC British Columbia
Man arrested in Vancouver after hiding in dumpster from officers investigating alleged threats: police
Vancouver police say they arrested a man who tried to hide from officers in a dumpster after he allegedly threatened people in the city's Kitsilano area on Sunday. ...More ...
Vancouver police say they arrested a man who tried to hide from officers in a dumpster after he allegedly threatened people in the city's Kitsilano area on Sunday.
6 Jan 2025 15:33:16
Business in Vancouver
BCfresh appoints new CEO
Industry veteran Steve Roosdahl assumes role at Delta-based company
6 Jan 2025 15:00:00
Prince George Citizen
Biden says Americans shouldn't forget the 2021 Capitol attack but there won't be a repeat this time
President Joe Biden is decrying what he calls an “unrelenting effort” to downplay a mob of Donald Trump supporters overrunning the U.S.
6 Jan 2025 14:49:48
Victoria Times-Colonist
Celebrity birthdays for the week of Jan. 12-18
Celebrity birthdays for the week of Jan. 12-18: Jan. 12: Country singer William Lee Golden of the Oak Ridge Boys is 86. Actor Anthony Andrews is 77. Country singer Ricky Van Shelton is 73. Radio and T ...More ...
Celebrity birthdays for the week of Jan. 12-18: Jan. 12: Country singer William Lee Golden of the Oak Ridge Boys is 86. Actor Anthony Andrews is 77. Country singer Ricky Van Shelton is 73. Radio and TV personality Howard Stern is 71.6 Jan 2025 14:46:47
Victoria Times-Colonist
Stock market today: Nvidia and other tech stocks drive Wall Street higher
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock indexes are rising Monday to recover more of the holiday-season slide that bridged the new year. The S&P 500 was 0.
6 Jan 2025 14:45:32
Victoria Times-Colonist
Trudeau to make announcement at 10 a.m. ET amid calls for resignation
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has called a news conference in Ottawa this morning amid growing calls for his resignation. The Prime Minister's Office called reporters to Rideau Cottage for ...More ...
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has called a news conference in Ottawa this morning amid growing calls for his resignation. The Prime Minister's Office called reporters to Rideau Cottage for 10 a.m. ET and Trudeau is set to speak at 10:45 a.m.6 Jan 2025 14:44:32
Victoria Times-Colonist
Aaron Rodgers proved in Week 18 that he can still play at a high level if any NFL team wants him
Aaron Rodgers showed the rest of the NFL in Week 18 that he can still play at a high level in case he wants to return for a 21st season.
6 Jan 2025 14:35:24
Victoria Times-Colonist
Nippon, US Steel file suit against Biden administration, union, and rival after $15B deal scuttled
WASHINGTON (AP) — Nippon Steel and U.S.
6 Jan 2025 14:28:11
Victoria Times-Colonist
A mixture of egg and lemon gives this Greek chicken soup a velvety texture
This Greek soup gets its name, avgolemono, from the egg-lemon mixture used to thicken the broth. Some versions are simply broth that’s thickened and seasoned, while others are more substantial and i ...More ...
This Greek soup gets its name, avgolemono, from the egg-lemon mixture used to thicken the broth. Some versions are simply broth that’s thickened and seasoned, while others are more substantial and include rice and chicken. We prefer the latter.6 Jan 2025 13:51:16
Victoria Times-Colonist
At Saanich 911 centre, 'first first-responders' ready for anything
The operators at the dispatch centre in Saanich are trained for every sort of emergency — and it runs the gamut from car accidents, injuries and assaults to domestic disputes, robberies and homicide ...More ...
The operators at the dispatch centre in Saanich are trained for every sort of emergency — and it runs the gamut from car accidents, injuries and assaults to domestic disputes, robberies and homicides.6 Jan 2025 13:33:00
Prince George Citizen
Stock market today: Wall Street points higher early Monday as markets try to shake off holiday funk
Wall Street pointed higher before the opening bell on Monday, taking back some of its post-Christmas losses as markets prepare to kick off the first full trading week of 2025. Futures for the S&P ...More ...
Wall Street pointed higher before the opening bell on Monday, taking back some of its post-Christmas losses as markets prepare to kick off the first full trading week of 2025. Futures for the S&P 500 rose 0.6 Jan 2025 13:27:31
Victoria Times-Colonist
Jaguars fire coach Doug Pederson, keep GM Trent Baalke after 'best team assembled' wins just 4 games
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Doug Pederson is out as Jacksonville’s head coach after the franchise’s “best team assembled” won just four games. Jaguars owner Shad Khan fired Pederson on Monday, ...More ...
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Doug Pederson is out as Jacksonville’s head coach after the franchise’s “best team assembled” won just four games. Jaguars owner Shad Khan fired Pederson on Monday, a day after a 26-23 loss at Indianapolis in overtime.6 Jan 2025 13:27:27
Prince George Citizen
France's former President Sarkozy stands trial over alleged campaign funding by Libya's Gadhafi
PARIS (AP) — Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy 's trial started on Monday over alleged illegal financing of his 2007 presidential campaign by the government of then-Libyan leader Moammar Gadha ...More ...
PARIS (AP) — Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy 's trial started on Monday over alleged illegal financing of his 2007 presidential campaign by the government of then-Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi.6 Jan 2025 13:06:52
CBC British Columbia
B.C. 'childbirth activist' under RCMP investigation over death of newborn following home birth
A B.C. woman who has been making headlines for decades as a self-styled "childbirth activist" is under police investigation over the death of an infant who died days after being rushed to Nanaimo hosp ...More ...
A B.C. woman who has been making headlines for decades as a self-styled "childbirth activist" is under police investigation over the death of an infant who died days after being rushed to Nanaimo hospital following a botched home birth on Vancouver Island.
6 Jan 2025 13:00:00
Prince George Citizen
Austrian far right gets mandate to try to lead a government for the first time since World War II
VIENNA (AP) — Austria’s president on Monday tasked Freedom Party leader Herbert Kickl with trying to form a new government, which would be the country’s first led by the far right since World Wa ...More ...
VIENNA (AP) — Austria’s president on Monday tasked Freedom Party leader Herbert Kickl with trying to form a new government, which would be the country’s first led by the far right since World War II.6 Jan 2025 12:33:19
Victoria Times-Colonist
New chief coroner seeks to use data to shine a light on B.C.'s deaths
B.C.’s new chief coroner plans to put less focus on the province’s drug deaths, and highlight more of the service’s other work.
6 Jan 2025 12:17:49
Victoria Times-Colonist
No provincial landslide risk levels in B.C., even though recommended by coroner in 2008
Concerns about landslide risks were reignited in December after a mudslide swept through a home in Lions Bay along the Sea to Sky Highway, killing two people.
6 Jan 2025 12:15:25
Georgia Straight
Where to eat in Tofino
This small town punches above its weight when it comes to food.
6 Jan 2025 11:42:05
Victoria Times-Colonist
On Football: Aaron Rodgers proved in Week 18 he can still play at a high level if any team wants him
Aaron Rodgers showed the rest of the NFL in Week 18 that he can still play at a high level in case he wants to return for a 21st season.
6 Jan 2025 11:02:21
Prince George Citizen
Jimmy Butler wants to leave the Heat. Pat Riley has been in this spot many times before
MIAMI (AP) — Pat Riley turns 80 in a couple of months. The Miami Heat president has not revealed any retirement timetable.
6 Jan 2025 11:02:10