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Conservatives Poised to Dominate in British Columbia

As the provincial election nears, polls reveal a stunning political realignment

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The Opioid Crisis Is Surging. We’re Still Ignoring Experts

The perils of prioritizing politics over public health

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Wet’suwet’en hereditary chief is ‘prisoner of conscience’ after failure of Delgamuukw ruling 25 years ago

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…

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The Blueberry River First Nations’ oil and gas dispute is a failure of colonial-imposed governance

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…

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The Haida-B.C. agreement was a landmark deal, but where was Canada?

The Haida Nation and government of British Columbia recently signed the Gaayhllxid/Gíihlagalgang “Rising Tide” Haida Title Lands Agreement, which recognizes and affirms the Haida Nation’s title to the archipelago of Haida Gwaii.

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Drug prohibition is fuelling the overdose crisis: Regulating drugs is the way out

Should heroin and cocaine be legally available to people who need and want them? If we are serious about stopping the crisis of drug overdose deaths, that is exactly the kind of profound change we need. Yes, extensive regulations would be necessary. In fact, the whole point of regulating drug…

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Indigenous data sovereignty can help save British Columbia’s wild salmon

Non-Indigenous scientists increasingly realize that Indigenous data are key to solving today’s environmental challenges.

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The emerald ash borer has arrived in B.C. — what can we do about it?

The emerald ash borer (EAB) is a deceptively beautiful insect. As the first part of the name implies, the one-centimetre long beetles are an iridescent, metallic green. They have large, dark eyes and some might even call them cute.

The Conversation

British Columbia needs a unified response to respond to the biodiversity crisis

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.

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BC bodies want government to hold local bodies’ polls after hiking quota

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

The Hindu

BCs will launch a movement for their rights, says R Krishnaiah

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

The Hindu

Cars With Level 3 Driving Assist Banned In British Columbia

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.

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No mention of BCs in BJP’s manifesto: R. Krishnaiah

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

The Hindu

Major political parties accused of neglecting BCs in MP ticket allocation

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

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YSRCP candidates’ list reflects social justice, says Jagan Mohan Reddy

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.

The Hindu

Kavitha demands installation of Phule’s statue on Assembly premises

Kavitha demands installation of Jyotirao Phule's statue at Assembly, calls for BC caste census and criticizes government budget allocation.

The Hindu

BCs will not believe the promises of TDP-JSP combine, says Minister

BCs will not believe the promises of TDP-JSP combine, says Minister. The BC Declaration released by the alliance partners is nothing but a replica of the TDP’s 2014 election manifesto, says Venu Gopala Krishna. Rajamahendravaram MP Margani Bharat says the BCs will not believe in the TDP-JSP declaration given the dubious…

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Chandrababu Naidu to release TDP’s BC Declaration on March 5

The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) is organising a Jai Ho BC Mahasabha near Acharya Nagarjuna University (ANU) in Guntur district on March 5 to highlight what it plans to do for the uplift of the Backward Classes if the TDP-Jana Sena Party (JSP) alliance comes to power in Andhra Pradesh.…

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Confident of winning Narasaraopet Lok Sabha seat, says Anil Kumar Yadav

Expressing confidence to win the Narasaraopet Lok Sabha constituency in the forthcoming elections, YSRCP candidate P. Anil Kumar Yadav has said that he is receiving a warm welcome from the people of Palnadu district. The YSRCP leadership has fielded Mr. Anil Kumar Yadav, who is representing Nellore City Assembly constituency…

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BC bodies to hold Chalo Delhi on Feb. 5-6 to press for caste census

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Canada’s Nature Agreement underscores the need for true reconciliation with Indigenous nations

In late 2023, the federal government, British Columbia and the First Nations Leadership Council signed a $1 billion Nature Agreement to protect 30 per cent of B.C.’s lands by 2030.

The Hindu

Telugu Desam Party to organise Jayaho BC campaign from January 4

Telugu Desam Party (TDP) national general secretary Nara Lokesh said his party would launch Jayaho BC campaign aimed at highlighting the injustices meted out by YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government to the Backward Classes, from January 4.

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Photos: Best of UFC title fights in 2023

Check out these photos highlighting the action from all 21 UFC title fights that took place in 2023.

The Walrus

Exclusive: Docs Blocked by BC NDP Raise Questions about First Nation Statement on Fairy Creek Protests

The Pacheedaht First Nation’s statement was an ideological bomb for protesters and their supporters. Was it influenced by the BC government?

The Walrus

As Real Estate Costs Soar, an Influx of Residents Is Changing My BC Town

We can’t expect others not to want what we have. And yet we do it all the time

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