The Latest Breaking News from BC

Dsta’hyl, a hereditary chief of the Wet’suwet’en Nation of northern British Columbia, recently became the first person in Canada to be named a “prisoner of conscience” by Amnesty International. The organization defines prisoner of conscience as “any person imprisoned or otherwise physically restricted (for example, through house arrest), solely because…

The Blueberry River First Nations (BRFN) has, for a few years now, been locked in a dispute with the B.C. government over oil and gas development on its land. These tensions came to a head in 2021 when the BRFN won a landmark court case against the province as the…

From massive kelp forests to monumental old-growth on land, British Columbia’s biodiversity — which is unrivalled in Canada — provides an array of cultural, economic, social and other benefits. B.C.’s wide-ranging ecological zones are home to over 70 per cent of Canada’s mammal, bird and non-vascular plant species.

13 BC organizations and 30 BC communities demand State government enhance BC quota to 42% before local body elections.

R. Krishnaiah warns of potential rebellion if BCs do not receive fair representation in jobs and legislative bodies.

Even if you don’t use the automated driving features, you’re looking at a fine of up to $1,500 and six months in prison.

National BC welfare association president criticizes BJP manifesto for neglecting Backward Classes, urges party to prioritize BC development.

NIZAMABAD social activist Dr. Keshavulu criticizes political parties for favoring affluent candidates over marginalized communities in MP ticket allocation.

YSRCP candidates’ list reflects social justice, says Jagan Mohan Reddy. Allocation of 50% seats to the SC, ST, BC and minority candidates is truly representative of various social sections, he says.