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Foreign takeovers by Americans no problem for most Canadians, says poll. Chinese companies, however ...

Foreign takeovers by Americans no problem for most Canadians, says poll. Chinese companies, however ...

Research Co. examines Canadians' sentiments towards trade as the 30th anniversary of NAFTA approaches
British Columbians among the most generous holiday gift-givers, says poll

British Columbians among the most generous holiday gift-givers, says poll

West Coast residents much more willing to spend $500 or more on gifts this year than other Canadians, according to Research Co. survey
Rob Shaw: Timeline for B.C.’s new housing initiatives poses challenge for province

Rob Shaw: Timeline for B.C.’s new housing initiatives poses challenge for province

Next year’s provincial election may shift or accelerate government’s major new housing laws
Rob Shaw: NDP takes shockingly pragmatic approach to gig economy legislation

Rob Shaw: NDP takes shockingly pragmatic approach to gig economy legislation

A sensible balance to dealing with employment concerns under multinational tech companies has a much better chance of long-term survival, writes Rob Shaw
Rob Shaw: Leaked memo reveals BC NDP having trouble squaring energy ambitions with reality

Rob Shaw: Leaked memo reveals BC NDP having trouble squaring energy ambitions with reality

This week’s developments foreshadow a future where politicians have more control to cut out regulators – and cut their own deals
British Columbians losing confidence government will reduce cellphone costs, says poll

British Columbians losing confidence government will reduce cellphone costs, says poll

Majorities of users are dissatisfied with how much their mobile phones cost them each month.
Rob Shaw: ‘Double-whammy’ coming this week for owners of short-term rentals

Rob Shaw: ‘Double-whammy’ coming this week for owners of short-term rentals

A bitter blow or an overdue move? Changes are afoot for short-term rental owners, writes Rob Shaw
Elizabeth Murphy: BC NDP housing bills need to be withdrawn

Elizabeth Murphy: BC NDP housing bills need to be withdrawn

Local authorities know more about their communities and the best ways to develop them
Carson Binda: Even British Columbians now oppose the carbon tax

Carson Binda: Even British Columbians now oppose the carbon tax

Poll suggests B.C. residents of all political stripes oppose far more than support the carbon tax
Rob Shaw: Kevin Falcon on the same page as the NDP on housing, but only once

Rob Shaw: Kevin Falcon on the same page as the NDP on housing, but only once

On two legislative moves on housing, Falcon declares 'they're not going to work'