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B.C. premier pushes back against proposed changes to Bill C-12

B.C. Premier David Eby is slamming the Senate committee studying Bill C-12 for proposing to remove several provisions of the bill that were put in place to strengthen immigration laws and “close gaps that are being exploited by organized crime groups involved in extortion.” “I think it’s important to take a step back and recognize […]

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B.C. community advisory group seeks public input on ongoing extortion crisis

Residents of Surrey, Delta, Abbotsford and other communities affected by B.C.’s extortion crisis are encouraged to share their thoughts and concerns with the newly formed community advisory group. Paul Dadwal, chair of the community advisory group on extortion, said, “The extortion crisis is deeply troubling for everyone in our communities, and we know people are

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Funding partner seeks clarity on future of Delta long-term care project

The Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation is asking Premier David Eby to provide some clarity on the future of the already-under-construction long-term care centre to replace the aging Mountain View Manor. The new facility — which the foundation is partially funding — is one of seven long-term care centres in B.C. whose status is

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Expectant mothers diverted from Ridge Meadows Hospital starting Thursday

For the fifth time in recent months, expectant mothers will be diverted away from the maternity ward at Ridge Meadows Hospital this week. The Maple Ridge hospital will have another maternity diversion, beginning Thursday, Feb. 26 at 8 a.m. until Monday, March 2 at 8 a.m. People in labour who had planned to give birth

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Hope council authorizes funding to complete Station House project

In a 3-2 vote, council has agreed to authorize funding for the provincial archaeological permitting and construction required for the Hope Station House project. During Monday night’s (Feb. 23) meeting, council agreed to allow district staff to use funds from the Station House Reserve and, if needed, the Infrastructure Reserve for the work. This decision

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