The NDP say statscan numbers show that food and beverage sales numbers in BC are the lowest across Canada. Finance critic Bruce Ralston says while the economy might be a factor the hangover over the controversial HST also plays a role. "Just given that the number is so low relative to every other province I think that the government … [Read more...]
Stanley Cup riot: Mayor frustrated with slow pace of justice
June 14, 2012 by
Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson says he's frustrated by the slow pace of justice one year after the Stanley Cup riot. "I think we are all frustrated by the length of time and the slow pace of justice. That said, making sure that it's done right is paramout and I think seeing the sentence that was meted out by the judge the other day, a month in … [Read more...]
B.C. experiences slow fire season
September 4, 2011 by
VANCOUVER - The B.C. government is calling this summer the slowest fire season in a decade.Fire information officer Alyson Couch says B.C. has experienced about 500 wildfires to date this summer, compared to 1,500 over the same period of time last year.Couch says there are fewer fires this year because B.C. experienced a cold, wet spring and fewer … [Read more...]
