New research suggests AI chatbots may be more effective than traditional political advertising at persuading voters, with potentially significant implications for future elections.

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A small line in Canada’s 2025 budget rekindles the long-dormant debate over airport privatisation and what it could mean for the country’s aviation future.

BC farmers are facing a deepening financial crisis, with over $450 million lost in 2024 alone due to rising costs, climate disasters, and policy challenges, raising serious concerns about the future of farming and food security in the province.

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A rapid rise in cataract operations is reshuffling BC’s top medical earners, intensifying the debate over physician pay.

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A new report breaks down how Canada’s banking system drives home prices, household debt, and rental pressures.

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BC’s luxury-car tax was designed to make the rich pay more. Yet, the government has no data to show if it works.

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On this episode of the Coastal Front podcast, we are joined by Wishpond CEO Ali Tajskandar, who discussed the challenges of launching a tech company in Canada and the rise of conversational AI.

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Canada wants more EVs—but its anti-China tariffs may be sabotaging its own climate goals and hurting farmers in the process.

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BC posted the weakest per-capita economic performance in Canada last year, according to a new BCBC report. Private-sector activity remains sluggish while out-migration hits near-record levels.

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Carney’s bid to balance Alberta’s demands with coastal protections sparks Indigenous backlash and fresh cracks in Parliament.

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