BCOct 26, 2026
BC Greens Retain Two Seats Despite Increase in Vote Share
The BC Greens have retained two seats in the provincial election, despite an increase in their overall vote share. Preliminary results show the party received approximately 23,000 more votes than in 2024. However, it failed to increase its seat count beyond the two seats it held before the snap election.
Party leader Emily Lowan won in Saanich North and the Islands, while Jeremy Valeriote was re-elected in West Vancouver–Sea to Sky.
Speaking to the media, Lowan acknowledged that making the Green Party's voice heard in the legislature would be a major challenge. However, she said the party wo
CanadaOct 26, 2026
Bank of Canada Could Raise Interest Rates for the First Time in Three Years
Canada’s central bank is set to announce its monetary policy decision on Wednesday, with many experts anticipating a possible interest rate hike. If the Bank of Canada raises rates, it would mark the first increase in three years.
Economists say the Canadian economy is facing two conflicting challenges. On one hand, economic growth remains weak, which would normally support cutting interest rates to stimulate the economy. On the other hand, rising oil prices are driving inflation, and the central bank may not want to wait until price pressures spread to other sectors before taking action.
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BCOct 26, 2026
25-Year-Old Jasdeep Singh Hayre Missing in Surrey, Police Seek Public’s Help
Surrey Police are seeking public assistance in locating 25-year-old Jasdeep Singh Hayre, who was reported missing after last being seen on October 21 in the 17000-block of 26 Avenue in Surrey.
Police say there has been no contact with Hayre or any information about his whereabouts since that day. His family and police are concerned about his well-being.
Hayre has a distinctive tattoo of a lion and an arrow on his left arm.
Anyone with information about his whereabouts is urged to call 911 or contact the Surrey Police Service at 604-599-0502.
BCOct 26, 2026
B.C. Conservatives Sweep All 10 Surrey Ridings
The B.C. Conservative Party has swept all 10 ridings in the Surrey area, securing a major victory in the provincial election.
One of the most closely watched contests was Surrey City Centre, where Conservative candidate Zeeshan Wahla defeated B.C. NDP candidate Amna Shah by approximately 400 votes in a tight race.
Meanwhile, Garry Thind won two elections within a week, becoming both a Surrey school trustee and the MLA for Surrey-Guildford. However, under provincial law, he will have to resign from his school trustee position.
In Surrey South, Centre BC leader Elenore Sturko suffered a defeat,
AlbertaOct 26, 2026
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to Skip First Nations–First Ministers Meeting
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith will not attend the First Nations–First Ministers meeting being held in Ottawa today. Speaking at a separate news conference on Saturday, Smith said her government would send representatives to the meeting in her place.
The meeting comes as Prime Minister Mark Carney works to fast-track approvals and development of major projects across Canada, including a proposed pipeline from Alberta to the British Columbia coast.
Meanwhile, First Nations leaders have warned that rushing project approvals could interfere with their rights and potentially lead to legal challe
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