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A lot of AI discourse masks the fact that it is the result of a series of policy choices. Despite the government evoking Margaret Thatcher’s infamous “there is no alternative,” we do have a choice. And we should be serious about what that choice is.
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Resource Economics Project (BC)
Investing causes of social and environmental insecurity in resource-dependent communities
The B.C. Office’s Resource Economics Project is a special research desk staffed by award-winning journalist and researcher Ben Parfitt. This environmental justice initiative looks into the causes of economic and social insecurity in B.C.’s resource-dependent communities. It offers policy solutions aimed at meeting the joint challenges of environmental sustainability, jobs and social justice.
In February 2025, the CCPA closed its BC Office. However, most of the people formerly associated with the BC Office are continuing their work at a new organization—BC Policy Solutions. An amicable separation agreement has been reached between the two organizations, and we encourage people to continue to support the good work of both the CCPA and BC Policy Solutions. The CCPA continues to ensure the voices and concerns of British Columbians are included in its national independent research, analysis and expertise and BC Policy Solutions continues to support the CCPA’s important research work on issues affecting all Canadians.
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Economic Impacts !?@#
There isn’t a reputable economist that I know, nor a student in my benefit-cost class at SFU (that wants to pass) that does not understand…
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Government must act to renew forests
BC’s modest tree-planting goals are falling far short of the need Few events offer as compelling an example of what climate change may mean for…
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Going for gold on minimum wages
As we prepare to cheer for our athletes during the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic games, it’s worth remembering the fields in which BC isn’t going…
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Will CanWest’s bankruptcy lead to more media concentration or new opportunities?
There is an old political adage that you should never argue with someone who buys their ink by the barrel. Let’s ignore that good advice…
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Clearing the hurdles — sports brands and worker rights
As we prepare to host the Olympics, it’s worth thinking about how high (or low) the bar is set by the major companies that make…
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Child Poverty in BC — taking a look back
In response to the provincial government’s efforts to explain away child poverty stats, First Call: BC Child and Youth Advocacy Coalition (which produces the annual…
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First the party, next the hangover
It’s shocking to think that the 2010 Winter Games are now exactly one month away. Yes, the banners are dropping down the side of downtown…
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Bankers and cleaners
So who is worth more to society: someone who cleans hospitals for a living or someone who runs a bank? The answer to that question…
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Mountain Pine Beetle and Forest Carbon in BC
https://vimeo.com/8623368 Mountain pine beetle attacks have decimated BC’s pine forests, seriously damaging their ability to store carbon and protect against global warming. An effective response…
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Woodworking unions and environmentalists propose bold new plan to protect forests and jobs while fighting climate change
Vancouver — Forest industry unions and leading environmental groups have united behind a plan that calls on the BC government to conserve more forest, halt…
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Managing BC’s Forests for a Cooler Planet
Carbon Storage, Sustainable Jobs and Conservation Download 1.68 MB61 pages Attachments Managing BC’s Forests for a Cooler Planet SUMMARY
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The business elite’s parking tax backlash
The media is reporting a “backlash” against the new parking tax in Vancouver. The Vancouver Sun reports it is a “slickly organized” backlash being run…
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