The province said Tuesday the small northeastern B.C. community will host a free event June 15 featuring watch parties and other entertainment to celebrate the tournament.
B.C.’s finance minister is welcoming new federal investments in skilled trades, as Ottawa rolls out billions in funding aimed at boosting apprenticeships and tackling labour shortages.
The B.C. government said the net cost of hosting seven FIFA World Cup matches in Vancouver next year could be as much as $145 million, in line with earlier projections, though gross expenses for the tournament may exceed $600 million.
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.
B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.
