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Will Canada finally get interprovincial alcohol trade?

Will Canada finally get interprovincial alcohol trade?

A new bill proposes to make Canadian-made wine, beer and spirits accessible in a direct-to-consumer program. Too bad it won't happen.
Bearer of bad news

Bearer of bad news

Rob Shaw: Dr. Bonnie Henry’s Monday briefing went over badly – partly because of exhaustion, partly because of wording, and partly because she’s right.
Governor general: an anachronism who can save democracy

Governor general: an anachronism who can save democracy

The role of the governor general is often ceremonial and mostly symbolic, but it can still mean something very important.
The smart way to use social media

The smart way to use social media

Mark Milke on social media, time management, and the disappearing art of saying no.
As Canadians flee cities, rural living gets its mojo back

As Canadians flee cities, rural living gets its mojo back

Starbucks will close 300 restaurants in Canada by March. Other chains will likely follow suit. But have no fear, chains will surely open other stores...just not in city centres.
Politics has a mental health problem. What are we going to do about it?

Politics has a mental health problem. What are we going to do about it?

It’s the highest of high-stress jobs. One of the first major players in BC politics to open up about his challenges, Emile Scheffel has some ideas to help make it better.
Be Kind, Be Calm, Be Safe…and Be Consistent

Be Kind, Be Calm, Be Safe…and Be Consistent

Jody Vance: You may be tired of the same message, over and over, from public health officials. But it’s consistent for a reason, and needs to be.
Building when it's most needed

Building when it's most needed

Spurred on by major projects, B.C. upstream oil and natural gas investment in 2021 is forecast to increase to $3.9 billion from $3 billion last year.
#BCPOLI Hotstove: Week by week messaging

#BCPOLI Hotstove: Week by week messaging

Feeling meek and weak about week by week messaging? You're not alone - just take a peek.
Below-normal temperatures lead to soaring spot LNG prices

Below-normal temperatures lead to soaring spot LNG prices

But for a number of reasons, from opposition to the pandemic, Canada may not be able to capitalize.