Business in Vancouver
Rob Shaw: Gutted org chart signals deeper B.C. health ministry upheaval
With senior officials abruptly gone and grief counsellors brought in, the province insists it’s 'right-sizing' amid spiralling debt
16 Apr 2025 15:00:00
Business in Vancouver
Walk to honour loved ones at the 2025 Hike for Hospice
Business in Vancouver is proud to support the 2025 Hike for Hospice as a Platinum Sponsor, helping raise funds and awareness for compassionate end-of-life care in our community
16 Apr 2025 15:00:00
CBC British Columbia
Emotional Christine Sinclair says inaugural NSL season 'beginning of bigger and brighter things'
A new chapter starts this week for women’s soccer in Canada, as the first-ever pro league, the Northern Super League (NSL) kicks off on home soil. For retired Canadian soccer icon Christine Sinclair ...More ...
A new chapter starts this week for women’s soccer in Canada, as the first-ever pro league, the Northern Super League (NSL) kicks off on home soil. For retired Canadian soccer icon Christine Sinclair, a co-owner of Rise FC, the emotions are starting to set in ahead of the season's launch.
16 Apr 2025 14:49:00
Business in Vancouver
Freer trade could be best solution to B.C.’s housing challenge
The country’s next federal government will face the arduous tasks of handling U.S. tariffs, stimulus and trade realignment
16 Apr 2025 14:30:00
Prince George Citizen
Grocer Metro sees sales of Canadian products grow as Q2 profits rise
MONTREAL — Sales of Canadian products are outpacing the rest of Metro's wares, with the gap accelerating in recent weeks, said the chief executive of the grocery retailer.
16 Apr 2025 14:23:23
Prince George Citizen
Green Party co-leader says removal from leaders' debates is 'undemocratic'
OTTAWA — Green Party co-leader Jonathan Pedneault says the "last minute decision" to remove his party from the debate is "unfounded" and "undemocratic.
16 Apr 2025 14:20:59
Prince George Citizen
RFK Jr.'s mixed message about the measles outbreaks draws criticism from health officials
WASHINGTON (AP) — As measles outbreaks popped up across the U.S. this winter, pediatricians waited for the nation's public health agency to send a routine, but important, letter that outlines how th ...More ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — As measles outbreaks popped up across the U.S. this winter, pediatricians waited for the nation's public health agency to send a routine, but important, letter that outlines how they could help stop the spread of the illness.16 Apr 2025 14:12:02
Prince George Citizen
Visa cancellations sow panic for international students, with hundreds fearing deportation
WASHINGTON (AP) — At first, the bar association for immigration attorneys began receiving inquiries from a couple students a day. These were foreigners studying in the U.S.
16 Apr 2025 14:08:37
Prince George Citizen
Bank of Canada holds key rate steady amid trade war, economic uncertainty
OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada left its benchmark interest rate unchanged Wednesday as it waits to get a clearer picture of how global trade uncertainty is going to impact the Canadian economy. The cen ...More ...
OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada left its benchmark interest rate unchanged Wednesday as it waits to get a clearer picture of how global trade uncertainty is going to impact the Canadian economy. The central bank held its policy rate steady at 2.16 Apr 2025 14:03:51
CBC British Columbia
Bank of Canada holds rates at 2.75%
This is the first pause after 7 consecutive monthly cuts ...More ...
This is the first pause after 7 consecutive monthly cuts
16 Apr 2025 13:53:03
Prince George Citizen
Canadian Press NewsAlert: Bank of Canada holds key rate steady amid trade war
OTTAWA — Bank of Canada is hitting pause after seven straight interest rate cuts as it grapples with global trade uncertainty. The central bank held its benchmark interest rate steady at 2.
16 Apr 2025 13:50:02
Prince George Citizen
Burning coal leaves dangerous waste. Trump's EPA eyes looser rules for handling it
In 2022, federal officials rebuked a major coal plant next to the Ohio River for letting coal waste — in a pile so big it could fill the Dallas Cowboys' football stadium twice over — threaten grou ...More ...
In 2022, federal officials rebuked a major coal plant next to the Ohio River for letting coal waste — in a pile so big it could fill the Dallas Cowboys' football stadium twice over — threaten groundwater with heavy metal pollution.16 Apr 2025 13:35:01
CBC British Columbia
6 charts that break down the City of Vancouver's finances for last year
The City of Vancouver is expected to approve its 2024 Statement of Financial Information on Wednesday, a 165-page document that outlines exactly how money was spent in the city last year and how much ...More ...
The City of Vancouver is expected to approve its 2024 Statement of Financial Information on Wednesday, a 165-page document that outlines exactly how money was spent in the city last year and how much money virtually every politician and employee made.
16 Apr 2025 13:00:00
Business in Vancouver
B.C. Ferries' four new major vessels will not be made in Canada
The executive director of shipbuilding says no Canadian shipyards submitted proposals for the major vessel program
16 Apr 2025 12:24:00
Business in Vancouver
Competition Bureau opens review of deal involving MEC and TGI Holding
OTTAWA — Canada's competition regulator has opened a review of a deal involving retailer Mountain Equipment Co. Ltd. and TGI Holding Inc. It was not immediately clear who owns TGI Holding or what a ...More ...
OTTAWA — Canada's competition regulator has opened a review of a deal involving retailer Mountain Equipment Co. Ltd. and TGI Holding Inc. It was not immediately clear who owns TGI Holding or what a deal would mean for MEC.16 Apr 2025 11:10:00
Business in Vancouver
Les Leyne: It will take more than 'lots of sunshine' to lure Canadians to California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced an ad campaign aimed at stemming the noticeable drop in Canadian visits to the U.S. and encouraging “northern neighbours” to visit his state
16 Apr 2025 07:01:00
Business in Vancouver
Gas firm says a contractor is dead in a gas plant fire near Fort St. John, B.C.
FORT ST. JOHN — A contractor has been killed and another person hurt in a fire in a gas plant north of Fort St. John, B.C. Alberta-based Tourmaline Oil, which runs the Gundy oil and gas extraction f ...More ...
FORT ST. JOHN — A contractor has been killed and another person hurt in a fire in a gas plant north of Fort St. John, B.C. Alberta-based Tourmaline Oil, which runs the Gundy oil and gas extraction facility in Wonowon, B.C.16 Apr 2025 00:00:00
Prince George Citizen
Canadian firm KA Imaging claims first X-ray image taken in space
As four space tourists orbited the north and south poles earlier this month and marvelled at the views of Earth, a group of Canadians celebrated an X-ray image taken aboard the spacecraft using techno ...More ...
As four space tourists orbited the north and south poles earlier this month and marvelled at the views of Earth, a group of Canadians celebrated an X-ray image taken aboard the spacecraft using technology developed at the University of Waterloo.7 Apr 2025 09:00:07
Prince George Citizen
In the news today: Week 3 of the federal campaign kicks off
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Federal leaders enter week 3 of the election campaign With just three weeks to go until election day, Canada's ...More ...
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Federal leaders enter week 3 of the election campaign With just three weeks to go until election day, Canada's federal party leaders are back on the road today.7 Apr 2025 08:15:04
Prince George Citizen
Here's what to know about nations considering the 1st global tax on emissions for shipping
Nations are trying to reach an agreement to charge commercial vessels a fee for their emissions in what would effectively be the world’s first global carbon tax.
7 Apr 2025 08:01:27
Prince George Citizen
'If we close, people die': Rural Ontario hospitals await ER staffing certainty
Rural and northern Ontario hospitals are anxiously awaiting word from the provincial government on a program that helps them keep emergency rooms open, after it ended last month.
7 Apr 2025 08:00:04
Prince George Citizen
World markets plunge, with Japan's Nikkei diving nearly 8%, after the big meltdown on Wall St
BANGKOK (AP) — Shares nosedived around the world Monday as higher U.S. tariffs and a backlash from Beijing triggered massive sell-offs. European shares followed Asian markets lower, with Germany's D ...More ...
BANGKOK (AP) — Shares nosedived around the world Monday as higher U.S. tariffs and a backlash from Beijing triggered massive sell-offs. European shares followed Asian markets lower, with Germany's DAX falling 6.5% to 19,311.29.7 Apr 2025 07:52:17
The Tyee
The Tyee Is Going Hard This Election. Help Us Keep the Pace
And have a little fun doing it, with the return of our political paper dolls set!
7 Apr 2025 07:40:00
The Tyee
Get Ready! DOXA Returns This Spring
The documentary film fest shines on with movies that make sense of the moment.
7 Apr 2025 07:30:00
The Tyee
Trump, Tariffs, Canada and the Politics of Discontent
This election compels us to face forces that tore apart the US and could do the same here.
7 Apr 2025 07:20:00
The Tyee
Vancouver Voters Send a Byelection Message to Ken Sim
Two left-leaning candidates topped polls while ABC’s candidates fell far behind.
7 Apr 2025 07:10:00
Prince George Citizen
New York takes home win streak into matchup with Boston
Boston Celtics (58-20, second in the Eastern Conference) vs. New York Knicks (50-28, third in the Eastern Conference) New York; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.
7 Apr 2025 06:04:25
Prince George Citizen
Orlando and Atlanta square off for conference showdown
Atlanta Hawks (37-41, eighth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Orlando Magic (38-40, seventh in the Eastern Conference) Orlando, Florida; Tuesday, 7 p.m.
7 Apr 2025 06:04:24
Prince George Citizen
Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder host the Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers (48-30, third in the Western Conference) vs. Oklahoma City Thunder (64-14, first in the Western Conference) Oklahoma City; Tuesday, 8 p.m.
7 Apr 2025 06:04:23
Prince George Citizen
Charlotte faces Memphis, seeks to stop 3-game slide
Memphis Grizzlies (46-32, eighth in the Western Conference) vs. Charlotte Hornets (19-59, 14th in the Eastern Conference) Charlotte, North Carolina; Tuesday, 7 p.m.
7 Apr 2025 06:04:22
Prince George Citizen
Indiana plays Washington, seeks 4th straight home win
Washington Wizards (17-61, 15th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Indiana Pacers (47-31, fourth in the Eastern Conference) Indianapolis; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Indiana hosts Washington aiming t ...More ...
Washington Wizards (17-61, 15th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Indiana Pacers (47-31, fourth in the Eastern Conference) Indianapolis; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Indiana hosts Washington aiming to continue its three-game home winning streak.7 Apr 2025 06:04:21
Prince George Citizen
Detroit and Sacramento meet in non-conference showdown
Sacramento Kings (38-40, ninth in the Western Conference) vs. Detroit Pistons (43-35, sixth in the Eastern Conference) Detroit; Monday, 7 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Pistons -7.5; over/under is 2 ...More ...
Sacramento Kings (38-40, ninth in the Western Conference) vs. Detroit Pistons (43-35, sixth in the Eastern Conference) Detroit; Monday, 7 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Pistons -7.5; over/under is 230.7 Apr 2025 06:04:20
Prince George Citizen
Phoenix takes on Golden State after Booker's 40-point showing
Golden State Warriors (46-32, sixth in the Western Conference) vs. Phoenix Suns (35-43, 11th in the Western Conference) Phoenix; Tuesday, 10 p.m.
7 Apr 2025 06:04:19
Prince George Citizen
Cougars tie series, force Game 7 on Monday
Heidt's hat trick lead Cats to 4-1 win over Winterhawks at sold-out CN Centre
7 Apr 2025 05:42:40
Prince George Citizen
Ovechkin surpasses Gretzky's long-standing NHL goal record, yet Islanders top Capitals 4-1
NEW YORK (AP) — Alex Ovechkin scored his record-breaking 895th career goal , but the New York Islanders beat the Washington Capitals 4-1 on Sunday.
7 Apr 2025 05:17:43
Prince George Citizen
Victor Olofsson breaks late tie in the Golden Knights' 3-2 victory over the Canucks
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Victor Olofsson broke a tie with 3:14 left off William Karlsson's nifty feed from behind the net and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Vancouver Canucks 3-2 on Sun ...More ...
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Victor Olofsson broke a tie with 3:14 left off William Karlsson's nifty feed from behind the net and the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Vancouver Canucks 3-2 on Sunday night.7 Apr 2025 05:10:13
Prince George Citizen
Slugger Guerrero Jr., Blue Jays agree on US$500M, 14-year extension, source tells CP
TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays and slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. have agreed on a long-term contract extension. A source tells The Canadian Press it's a 14-year extension worth US$500 million.
7 Apr 2025 04:48:52
Prince George Citizen
Sorokin gives up Ovechkin's 895th goal, the first he's allowed to his fellow Russian
NEW YORK (AP) — Islanders goalie Ilya Sorokin had not given up a goal to Alex Ovechkin in the first three games he played against the Washington Capitals superstar.
7 Apr 2025 04:17:10
Prince George Citizen
'A Minecraft Movie' delivers Hollywood a much-needed box-office hit
Hollywood needed “A Minecraft Movie” to be a hit, and it delivered in its opening weekend, significantly narrowing this year's box office deficit . No one guessed just how big it would be.
7 Apr 2025 03:38:46
Prince George Citizen
WHL playoffs: Heidt nets hat trick to save Cougars' season, forces Game 7 with 'Hawks
PRINCE GEORGE — Riley Heidt scored three times, netminder Joshua Ravensbergen had 26 saves, and the Prince George Cougars beat the visiting Portland Winterhawks 4-1 in Western Hockey League action o ...More ...
PRINCE GEORGE — Riley Heidt scored three times, netminder Joshua Ravensbergen had 26 saves, and the Prince George Cougars beat the visiting Portland Winterhawks 4-1 in Western Hockey League action on Sunday night at the CN Centre.7 Apr 2025 03:35:28
Prince George Citizen
Sengun's 19 points, 14 rebounds power Rockets past Warriors 106-96 as Curry struggles
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Alperen Sengun had 19 points and 14 rebounds, Dillon Brooks scored 24 points and the Houston Rockets snapped the Golden State Warriors' five-game winning streak with a 106-96 vi ...More ...
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Alperen Sengun had 19 points and 14 rebounds, Dillon Brooks scored 24 points and the Houston Rockets snapped the Golden State Warriors' five-game winning streak with a 106-96 victory Sunday night in a matchup of Western Conferenc7 Apr 2025 03:10:01
Prince George Citizen
Gary Trent Jr.'s 29 points and Brook Lopez's double-double help the Bucks top the Pelicans 111-107
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Gary Trent Jr. scored a season-high 29 points, and the Milwaukee Bucks improved their hold on fifth place in the Eastern Conference by defeating the New Orleans Pelicans 111-107 o ...More ...
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Gary Trent Jr. scored a season-high 29 points, and the Milwaukee Bucks improved their hold on fifth place in the Eastern Conference by defeating the New Orleans Pelicans 111-107 on Sunday night.7 Apr 2025 03:09:14
Prince George Citizen
Tentative deal is reached in House Republican fight over proxy voting for new parents
WASHINGTON (AP) — A tentative deal has been reached with the Florida Republican leading a bipartisan push to allow proxy voting in the U.S.
7 Apr 2025 03:07:17
Prince George Citizen
Canada rallies to down Puerto Rico 3-2 and qualify for FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup
MANAGUA — Olivia Chisholm and Kaylee Hunter scored three minutes apart in the second half Sunday to send Canada to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup with a 3-2 win over Puerto Rico in CONCACAF quali ...More ...
MANAGUA — Olivia Chisholm and Kaylee Hunter scored three minutes apart in the second half Sunday to send Canada to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup with a 3-2 win over Puerto Rico in CONCACAF qualifying play.7 Apr 2025 03:02:21
Prince George Citizen
Jalen Brunson back after sprained ankle a month ago as Knicks get healthy for season's final week
NEW YORK (AP) — Jalen Brunson figured his conditioning might be a little worse, but hoped his play would be a little better. The New York Knicks won in his return to the lineup , which is ultimately ...More ...
NEW YORK (AP) — Jalen Brunson figured his conditioning might be a little worse, but hoped his play would be a little better. The New York Knicks won in his return to the lineup , which is ultimately what mattered most to Brunson.7 Apr 2025 03:01:19
Prince George Citizen
Lakers rout Thunder 126-99 behind Doncic's 30 points
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Luka Doncic scored 30 points and the Los Angeles Lakers routed the league-leading Oklahoma City Thunder 126-99 on Sunday.
7 Apr 2025 02:59:43
Prince George Citizen
Bregman has 6 RBIs, Devers adds 4 hits as Red Sox rout Cardinals 18-7 to sweep doubleheader
BOSTON (AP) — Alex Bregman hit a three-run homer and tied a career high with six RBIs, Rafael Devers had four hits and drove in three runs, and the Boston Red Sox rolled to an 18-7 win and a doubleh ...More ...
BOSTON (AP) — Alex Bregman hit a three-run homer and tied a career high with six RBIs, Rafael Devers had four hits and drove in three runs, and the Boston Red Sox rolled to an 18-7 win and a doubleheader sweep of the St.7 Apr 2025 02:49:17
Prince George Citizen
Toronto FC shows resolve in holding Lionel Messi and Inter Miami to 1-1 draw
FORT LAUDERDALE — Toronto FC still has a long way to go when it comes to climbing the MLS standings but the view on the field is looking far more positive.
7 Apr 2025 02:32:13
Prince George Citizen
No injuries, $300K damage in College Heights fire
It happened on Fairmont Crescent
7 Apr 2025 02:25:09
Prince George Citizen
Anunoby keeps rolling in Brunson's return as Knicks beat Suns 112-98 to reach 50 wins again
NEW YORK (AP) — OG Anunoby scored 19 of his 32 points in a perfect third quarter to keep up the best scoring stretch of his career, even with Jalen Brunson returning to New York's lineup, as the Kni ...More ...
NEW YORK (AP) — OG Anunoby scored 19 of his 32 points in a perfect third quarter to keep up the best scoring stretch of his career, even with Jalen Brunson returning to New York's lineup, as the Knicks beat the Phoenix Suns 112-98 on Sunday night.7 Apr 2025 01:46:46