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Man sentenced to 12 months, to serve 147 days for choking, threats in B.C.

This article discusses intimate partner violence and may be triggering to some readers. If you or someone you know is experiencing violence or abuse contact the Kelowna Women’s Shelter 24/7 support line at 250-763-1040 or text 236-970-0704. In an emergency, call 911. James Plover will spend another 147 days in jail for choking and uttering

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Xavier’s Law gets first reading, family ‘blown away’ by support in B.C. legislature

There was no opposition in B.C.’s legislature as Xavier’s Law was given first reading on Nov. 26. The private members bill, which was introduced by the MLA for Juan de Fuca-Malahat Dana Lajeunesse, would toughen up the penalties for dangerous drivers in B.C. if it passes. The move to change the driving laws comes after

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B.C.’s projected deficit drops slightly to $11.2B, finance minister says

B.C.’s 2025-26 deficit is projected at $11.2 billion, according to the latest quarterly report from Finance Minister Brenda Bailey. Bailey, speaking in Victoria Thursday (Nov. 27), released her ministry’s second quarterly report, which highlighted a projected economic growth of 1.4 per cent in 2025 and 1.3 per cent in 2026, along with the projected $11.2-billion

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