Update: BC Redacts Offshore Schools Documents
Six months after Coastal Front's report, BC responds to FOI request with almost entirely redacted document.
Canada Sends $10M to Egypt: Lofty Goals, Same Old Transparency Issues
Canada is spending $10 million to “support young entrepreneurs in Egypt’s agribusiness sector,” but questions persist over Global Affairs Canada’s ability to ensure meaningful outcomes.
Canada’s $35M Commitment to Africa Raises Familiar Questions on Accountability
Canada is set to funnel $35 million into Africa for “gender equality and women’s empowerment initiatives,” raising a familiar question: what exactly is this funding going toward, and will Canadians ever see proof that it makes a difference?
Trump’s New Border Czar Calls Canada-US Border an ‘Extreme Security Vulnerability’
Canada’s Immigration Minister agrees there will be “tough conversations” with Washington after Trump’s new border czar called the Canada-US border an “extreme national security vulnerability.”
Canada Orders TikTok to Close Offices, Citing Security Risks
TikTok’s Canadian offices are set to shut down after a national security review.
Access Delayed, Accountability Denied: Barriers to Transparency in Canada’s Information System
Coastal Front’s attempt to obtain records on taxpayer-funded grants through Global Affairs Canada underscores persistent delays and obstacles in Canada’s access-to-information system.
Nearly a Decade After Trudeau’s Promise of Openness, Canada’s Access-to-Information System Is Still Broken
Nearly a decade after Trudeau promised Canadians a government “open by default,” Canada’s access-to-information system remains plagued by delays and bureaucratic barriers.
The BC Election is Over—so What’s Next?
The BC election is over—so what happens now for the province?
Bill C-293: Pandemic Safeguard or Government Overreach?
Bill C-293 aims to boost Canada’s pandemic defences, but critics warn it could hand sweeping powers to Ottawa, threatening the country’s agricultural backbone.
65,000 Ballots Left to Decide BC Election as Recounts Begin
A final announcement of election results is anticipated by Monday evening, though Elections BC warns that delays are possible if recounts or the final count process run longer than expected.
BC Greens Could Hold the Key to Power Amid Election Deadlock
With BC’s election in a deadlock, the two-seat Greens are now a potential deciding factor in who gains control amid high-stakes negotiations—pending final vote counts.
BC Awaits Final Election Results as Recounts, Absentee Ballots Could Sway Outcome
British Columbians will likely wait until the end of October, or even early November, before knowing the final outcome of the 2024 provincial election, as recounts and outstanding ballots leave the province in a state of uncertainty.
Record Early Voting in BC, But Election Day Storm Could Dampen Turnout
BC is poised for one of its closest provincial elections in years heading into Saturday’s vote. This high-stakes election comes amid record-breaking advance voting and a severe weather warning that could impact the final turnout.
Glyphosate, Wildfires, and Mill Closures: Key Forestry Issues as BC Election Wraps Up
With BC's election wrapping up, forestry issues like wildfires and glyphosate use are key concerns. Critics say the government's slow wildfire response and continued herbicide spraying harm ecosystems, while mill closures devastate rural economies.
Wait Times, Staffing, and Access: BC Parties Clash on Healthcare Solutions Ahead of the Election
Healthcare is a central issue going into the BC election, with parties proposing different strategies to tackle wait times, boost staffing, and improve access as British Columbia’s needs grow.
Crime and Public Safety: What BC’s Parties Are Promising Ahead of the Election
Crime and safety are key issues in the BC election. With proposals ranging from reversing drug decriminalization to expanding mental health supports, each party claims to have the answer for a safer BC.
BC Leaders Clash Over Housing, Healthcare, and Fiscal Policy in Final Debate
BC’s party leaders sparred over housing, healthcare, and more in a heated final debate. With a tight race ahead of the election, independents could prove influential.
In BC's Tight Election, Independents May Hold the Balance of Power
With a record number of independent candidates running in BC’s provincial election, they could determine the balance of power in the legislature if no party wins a majority.
BC NDP Unveils $2.9B Platform Amid Massive Deficit and Fiscal Concerns
The BC NDP has unveiled a $2.9 billion platform aimed at tackling housing, healthcare, and affordability. However, with BC already facing an $8.9 billion deficit and $129 billion in debt, the ambitious plan sparks concerns over the province’s fiscal stability.
BC’s Overseas Trade Offices: Eby Expands, Rustad Overlooks Past Spending Scandals
BC’s overseas trade offices have cost taxpayers millions. As Eby expands the network, Rustad’s Conservatives welcome MLAs who previously oversaw the spending.
Law Society Tells Lawyers Kamloops Residential School Claims Aren’t Up for Debate
A proposal by two BC lawyers to amend the language in the Law Society of British Columbia’s Indigenous Intercultural Course has reignited debate over the existence of unmarked graves at the Kamloops Indian Residential School.