April 23, 2024

Liberals and NDP find a little common ground on electoral reform ideas

The NDP and the Liberals seem to be on the same page with their reaction to at least one  electoral reform idea tabled by independent mla's. Deputy Premier, Rich Coleman, didn't seem willing to open the door to Elections BC having a role in party leadership races. "Well I don't really have a comment on it becasue you know that comes up every … [Read more...]

With no fall sitting BC’s independent MLA’s are pushing for democratic reform

As Premier Christy Clark abandons the legislature to tour BC this fall the province's two independant MLA's are also going to the people.  Delta South independant Vicki Huntington will join Bob Simpson for a Twitter town hall tomorrow on democratic reform.  Huntington agrees with Clark, the legislature is unhealthy, when it comes to … [Read more...]

Clark announces B.C. justice reform review

VANCOUVER - Premier Christy Clark is launching a sweeping reviewing of British Columbia's justice system that includes shaking up government ministries with the goal of clearing up court backlogs and delays.Clark says systemic changes are needed in B.C.'s justice system when crime rates are dropping but court delays and costs are increasing.Clark … [Read more...]

Harbour Air chief calls for reform after plane sinks at new sea dock

No one was hurt, but a plane worth $ 1.6-million has been damaged outside Vancouver’s Convention Centre. The seaplane, owned by Harbour Air, was found partially submerged at the Vancouver Harbour Flight Centre this morning. The Dehavilland otter was docked there at the request of centre operators wanting to test safety and … [Read more...]

Sony’s TV reform to begin ‘immediately,’ could involve partnering with other firms

It's been a year. Particularly if you're Sony. The same company that's staring at a $ 171 million price tag due to an unforgettable PSN breach and a gamut of bad news detailed in its most recent earnings report is now facing the daunting task of reforming its flagging TV division. 'Course, Sony's still moving gobs of panels, but according to Chief … [Read more...]