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Currently, B.C. Ferries’ six hybrid diesel-electric Island-class ferries operate mainly on diesel fuel, as terminals lack the charging infrastructure necessary to power their batteries.

TORONTO — Canada's rental housing shortage will quadruple to 120,000 units by 2026 without a significant boost in stock, Royal Bank of Canada said in a report Wednesday.

Salmon farmers and First Nations file for judicial review of Discovery Islands decision

OTTAWA — The federal minimum wage is rising to $16.65 per hour on April 1, up from $15.55. The government says the increase is based on the consumer price index, which rose 6.8 per cent in 2022.

Province’s inflation rate remained unchanged at 6.2% in February, according to Statistics Canada

TORONTO — Credit rating agency DBRS Morningstar says funding levels at 91Ô­´´ banks are stable despite about $57 billion in lost market capitalization for the Big Six banks over the past two weeks.

One City of Victoria proposal would require reusable dishware for dine-in meals.

Developers argue Saanich council is sending a mixed message when it ignores its own staff’s recommendation to forgo public hearings for projects that fit the official community plan

Residential units, excluding secondary suites, would not be allowed to exceed 800. Up to 100 assisted living facility units would be permitted.