Lauren Collins

2 weeks ago | wltribune.com | Lauren Collins

B.C.'s Health Ministry says BC Cancer is ending its temporary program that saw some cancer patients having to travel to the United States for radiation therapy. Health Minister Josie Osborne announced the end of the program Monday (April 7), noting wait times for cancer care in B.C. have improved over the last two years. The two-year program began in May 2023 and was expected to see roughly 4,800 patients seek treatment at two clinics in Bellingham, Wash. More to come.

1 month ago | revelstokereview.com | Lauren Collins

The carbon tax is set to be eliminated in B.C. as of April 1, with the NDP set to table the legislation the day prior. A release from the Finance Ministry Tuesday (March 25) says the the government is "not only halting the scheduled tax increase, it is tabling legislation Monday, March 31." The province says it's notifying fuel sellers and natural gas retailers now so they can take action to stop collecting the tax from consumers as of April 1.

1 month ago | barrierestarjournal.com | Lauren Collins

The organizers of the Vancouver International Auto Show have decided to remove Tesla from the lineup. Auto show executive director Eric Nicholl said in an emailed statement Tuesday (March 18) that the organization decided to remove Tesla as a participant in the event, "after the automaker was provided multiple opportunities to voluntarily withdraw." "The Vancouver Auto Show’s primary concern is the safety of attendees, exhibitors, and staff.

1 month ago | keremeosreview.com | Lauren Collins

Fraser Health says two new travel-related measles cases are connected to another case confirmed earlier in the week. A public service announcement Friday (March 7) said two new cases were confirmed in the Lower Mainland this week, which are both related to another case that was confirmed on Thursday. Fraser Health says all three cases were acquired by Fraser Health residents who had travelled abroad to Southeast Asia in the same travel party.

1 month ago | keremeosreview.com | Lauren Collins

British Columbians will once again be getting a $110 ICBC rebate, Finance Minister Brenda Bailey announced Tuesday (March 4) in the 2025 budget. The one-time 2025 rebate, the province said, will total $410 million to personal and commercial policy holders. Along with the rebate, the province also highlighted increases to several tax credits, as well as increased tax rates.