Provincial Politics

Once government lead on the overdose crisis, Katy Merrifield hopes John Horgan follows his own advice.

At the Supreme Court, the province argues public health orders come from Dr. Bonnie Henry alone – but was surprised when asked for an affidavit with supporting evidence from her.

Welcome to UnSpun - The Orca's current events podcast and YouTube show. Every week, Jody Vance and George Affleck unspin the latest news in local, provincial, federal politics, and much more.

Rob Shaw: A debate about renting and landlords in the legislature highlights an issue and demographic the BC Liberals need more focus on appealing to.

Jock Finlayson: To revive the economy, government should focus on strengthening B.C.’s leading export industries.

The first dam joke kind of works. The rest have some underlying issues.

Rob Shaw: After a late olive branch was rejected, the provincial government is taking a leap of faith that public health orders banning in-person court services will hold up in court.

Rob Shaw: For the second time, John Horgan discussed possibly cancelling Site C. The next set of problems that arise there will be his and his alone.

Today's episode is a big dam deal. If we do say so ourselves.

Maclean Kay: On Monday, (some) MLAs head back to Victoria to wrap up one session, and start another one next month. Wait, what?