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Two Indigenous nurses pave the way to overcoming a colonial past to lead in health care

Two Indigenous nurses pave the way to overcoming a colonial past to lead in health care

Up until the 1930s, Indigenous women were 'largely barred' from attending nursing school in Canada.
1 in 4 B.C. job postings missing salary figures now required by law, says report

1 in 4 B.C. job postings missing salary figures now required by law, says report

Province says compliance and enforcement measures can be added to the legislation if deemed necessary.
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Inflation Statistics Canada will release its consumer price index for April on Tuesday. The reading comes after the annual inflation rate ticked up to 2.
Economists to have a close eye on April inflation report as BoC rate decision nears

Economists to have a close eye on April inflation report as BoC rate decision nears

OTTAWA — Forecasters expect this week's inflation report to show Canada's inflation rate fell last month, but financial markets are still unsure whether a June interest rate cut is in the cards for the Bank of Canada.
Opinion: Divorce rates are falling. Are Canadians too poor to break up?

Opinion: Divorce rates are falling. Are Canadians too poor to break up?

While multiple factors play a role in falling divorce rates, the costs of separation make going it alone a daunting prospect for many Canadians.
Break the cycle of debt: Here's how to get out of credit card debt, even during financial hardships

Break the cycle of debt: Here's how to get out of credit card debt, even during financial hardships

BestCards offers strategies to help consumers see their way through credit card debt during financial hardships.
The Air Quality Index: A vital tool for British Columbians

The Air Quality Index: A vital tool for British Columbians

In the mid-20th century, as industrialization accelerated, so did air pollution. 
Parents, what money messages are you sending your kids?

Parents, what money messages are you sending your kids?

How money decisions made by parents shape kids' future beliefs and can have huge repercussions for their financial stability when they grow into adults.
Do you use Facebook Marketplace? B.C. study suggests trust and privacy concerns clash

Do you use Facebook Marketplace? B.C. study suggests trust and privacy concerns clash

New study suggests Facebook improve transparency on Marketplace, as buyers and sellers are forced into uncomfortable situations surrounding the platform's privacy.
B.C. transporter sued after U.S. border cannabis seizure countersues

B.C. transporter sued after U.S. border cannabis seizure countersues

About 151,300 grams of cannabis products and paraphernalia, with a resale value of $823,317, were seized at the border, according to a notice of civil claim.