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B.C. company to seek U.S. approval for deep sea mining — 'a violation of international law,' says United Nations

B.C. company to seek U.S. approval for deep sea mining — 'a violation of international law,' says United Nations

Head of United Nations seabed authority warns unilateral action would violate international law and undermine multilateral efforts to govern the world's oceans.
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Opinion: Policy to blame as B.C.'s forestry squeeze gets worse

Opinion: Policy to blame as B.C.'s forestry squeeze gets worse

Government policies have made B.C.’s forestry sector less competitive at the worst possible time
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Could this be the way to improve life for migrant farm workers?

Could this be the way to improve life for migrant farm workers?

Certification programs aim to use consumer pressure to ensure better conditions. Worker advocates are skeptical.
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B.C. judge awards $70K for long-overdue avocado bill

B.C. judge awards $70K for long-overdue avocado bill

Legal action dragged on for six years after Vancouver-based company failed to pay for two avocado shipments
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Mario Canseco: British Columbians rethink grocery bills as Trump tariffs loom

Mario Canseco: British Columbians rethink grocery bills as Trump tariffs loom

Research Co. polling shows many are willing to pay more for local produce but remain uncertain about food security
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Canada slowest to share bird flu data, study finds

Canada slowest to share bird flu data, study finds

Researchers say the delay, which averaged 618 days in Canada, could restrict scientists' ability to track the next pandemic.
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B.C. introduces new mining claims framework to ensure First Nations consultation

B.C. introduces new mining claims framework to ensure First Nations consultation

British Columbia has introduced a new framework for consultation on mining claims, but the B.C. Assembly of First Nations regional chief says it "does not come close" to the collaborative approach outlined in the province's Indigenous rights law.
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As copper soars to record high, Taseko looks to build B.C.'s next big mine

As copper soars to record high, Taseko looks to build B.C.'s next big mine

New copper mine could add billions to B.C.’s economy, but permitting hurdles remain
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Threats to B.C. LNG industry are a made-in-Canada problem

Threats to B.C. LNG industry are a made-in-Canada problem

U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order to advance an Alaska LNG project will create competition for B.C., though it’s not the sector’s biggest challenge
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B.C. energy minister says treaty not a 'bargaining chip' in U.S. trade dispute

B.C. energy minister says treaty not a 'bargaining chip' in U.S. trade dispute

VICTORIA — British Columbia Energy Minister Adrian Dix says U.S. President Donald Trump's claims about Canada supplying water through the Columbia River Treaty are "not accurate," and the U.S.
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