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UVic taps tech expert Rhonda McEwen as its new president

The University of Victoria’s next president will make history as the institution’s first female and first Black president. Rhonda McEwen is currently president and...

CBS fires Scott Pelley after clashing with new head Bari Weiss

CBS fired "60 Minutes" correspondent Scott Pelley following his public criticism of network head Bari Weiss and new executive producer Nick Bilton, reports said....

BC Hydro quietly seeks gas contracts as power shortage looms

Faced with an electricity shortfall, B.C. Hydro is seeking to extend contracts with two major natural gas plants, a policy reversal that challenges one...

Portland State University to partner with Colas Development Group to build 150-room hotel, conference center

The more than $70 million project is part of a larger Performing Arts + Culture Center development that will include a proposed city-owned 3,000-seat...

Canada sends letter to U.S., Mexico calling for renewal of trade agreement

WASHINGTON — Canada has sent a letter to the United States and Mexico recommending that the three countries renew the continental trade pact as...

Praise from Poilievre, but ex-B. C. Conservative MLAs say new leader will polarize

VICTORIA — Two former B.C. Conservative legislators now sitting as Independents say new leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay will polarize the province. Amelia Boultbee said Findlay's...

Portland’s PDX Taco Week returns with $5 deals at more than 40 restaurants

Experience the diverse taco scene of Portland during PDX Taco Week from June 1-7, offering $5 deals across 40 local eateries. PORTLAND,...

Salt & Straw explores possible ‘capital transaction’

The homegrown ice cream brand is reportedly working with investment bank Piper Sandler on a potential sale that values the company at more than...

Former B.C. MLA Randy Hawes sued over Facebook post

Former Mission mayor and 12-year MLA for the region, Randy Hawes, is being sued in B.C. Supreme Court, with plaintiff Summit Earthworks Inc. alleging...

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