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Decriminalization officially begins in B.C.
B.C.'s provincial government has officially begun its decriminalization pilot program with the support of the federal government.
Read MoreFeds mum on timeline for Bennett’s tobacco manufacturer crackdown
Mental Health and Addictions Minister Carolyn Bennett’s mandate letter orders her to ensure tobacco companies “pay for the cost of federal public health investments in tobacco control,” though little details have been offered since the document was published in December 2021.
Read MoreOntario PC pollster floats back-to-work bill for teachers, separate health-care deal with feds
A poll by PC-linked firm Campaign Research floats the possibility of Ontario cutting a solo deal with the federal government for an increase in federal health-care funding and asks respondents their views on Alberta Premier Danielle Smith.
Read MoreExploration announced at critical time for Helium
As Energy Minister Peter Guthrie gets set to meet with industry stakeholders this week for discussions on the province’s critical minerals strategy, two major land acquisition announcements from a Calgary-based Global Helium could provide promising developments in helium exploration.
Read MoreFreeland mum on when career extension tax credit will come forth
Agencies working to connect older Canadians with jobs are happy Ottawa is promising to develop a “career extension tax credit,” though some predict it will fall short of driving the “wholesale culture change” needed.
Read MorePersonal support worker and paramedic groups alarmed as PSWs tapped to monitor patients awaiting hospital care
The Scarborough Health Network Centenary Hospital, along with Scarborough General Hospital, are relying on personal support workers to watch patients dropped off by an ambulance so paramedics can get back on the road.
Read MoreNotley looking to move back into the premier’s office in 2023
NDP Leader Rachel Notley's appeal to “mainstream” Albertans who may feel alienated by the UCP is that her party offers a stable alternative.
Read MoreEby talks quick start to premiership
In his first 11 days as premier, David Eby stepped in front of the media seven times, announcing over $1.2 billion in funding for new programs and projects, including $500 million for a new affordability credit, $400 million for a new BC Hydro credit, and $230 million for the RCMP.
Read MorePCs must find way to bring other First Nations on board, or Ring of Fire will stall: Chief
During a panel discussion hosted by the Empire Club about progress on the Ring of Fire, Marten Falls Chief Bruce Achneepineskum warned his fellow panellists, including Mining Minister George Pirie, that if the concerns of those communities are not addressed, the Ring of Fire will remain stalled.
Read MoreFalcon reflects on first 10 months back in politics
Looking ahead, BC Liberal Leader Kevin Falcon knows he needs to do more to refresh a party that has struggled since finishing in a dead heat with the NDP in the 2017 election and further losing power through a confidence and supply agreement between the NDP and Greens.
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