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Rogers Sugar strike taking some of the sweetness out of holiday season for bakers

Rogers Sugar strike taking some of the sweetness out of holiday season for bakers

A bitter strike at the Rogers Sugar refinery in Vancouver is taking some of the sweetness out of the holiday season for bakers and candy-makers.
New trial ordered in B.C. hockey coach sex assault case

New trial ordered in B.C. hockey coach sex assault case

The hockey coach was convicted in 2022 of one count of sexually assaulting the girl — then 16 — in 2004. He was 36 at the time.
More community support would help people stay out of care homes: seniors advocate

More community support would help people stay out of care homes: seniors advocate

BURNABY, B.C. — A survey of thousands of seniors in long-term care homes in British Columbia recommends the provincial government increase staff, improve food and boost access to community services so some seniors don’t need to go into care at all.
Why B.C. is poised to be an energy powerhouse

Why B.C. is poised to be an energy powerhouse

Energy forum addresses challenge of being a fossil fuel exporter in an era of decarbonization
Teen artist workshop goes Saturday at the library

Teen artist workshop goes Saturday at the library

The free drop-in event takes place on Saturday, Nov. 18 at the main branch of the Prince George Public Library from 1 to 3 p.m. in partnership with the Prince George & District Community Arts Council.
Federal Court quashes cabinet order underlying single-use plastics ban

Federal Court quashes cabinet order underlying single-use plastics ban

The federal government's ban on plastic straws and grocery bags is in question after the Federal Court ruled on Thursday that Ottawa had overstepped its bounds in designating all "plastic manufactured items" as toxic.
Saskatchewan introduces bill on withholding carbon tax on natural gas

Saskatchewan introduces bill on withholding carbon tax on natural gas

REGINA — The Saskatchewan government has introduced legislation that it says would enable it to stop remitting the federal carbon tax on natural gas bills while providing legal protection for those at its energy Crown corporation.
London Drugs to display Lheidli T’enneh acknowledgement sign

London Drugs to display Lheidli T’enneh acknowledgement sign

London Drugs is the second private business to display a sign recognizing unceded territory
'Abused, injured and rotting': B.C. hog farm faces renewed cruelty claims

'Abused, injured and rotting': B.C. hog farm faces renewed cruelty claims

The BC SPCA said it's prepared to launch an investigation after Animal Justice released a video alleging animal cruelty on an Abbotsford, B.C., pig farm.
Court orders former Prince George man not to be where there are youth

Court orders former Prince George man not to be where there are youth

Brent Habetler, who legally changed his name to Sir Brent Adair Habetler, was arrested in March and charged with committing an indecent act in a public place.