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Coastal Front is a Vancouver-based media company providing in-depth reporting and opinion, with a strong focus on government accountability at all levels in Canada. As part of our work, the Coastal Front podcast, hosted by Andrew Johns, features conversations on business, politics, and community, exploring the stories shaping our city, province, and country.
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Friday Aug 22, 2025
Friday Aug 22, 2025
Records show the African Descent Society received millions in government grants despite red flags, and officials have not explained why the money kept flowing.
Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/festival-shutdown-in-vancouver-tied-to-questions-of-government-funding
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Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
BC’s Public Safety Minister has asked the federal government for assistance in drug lab cleanups— prompting discussion over which branch of government is responsible for the process.
Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/bc-bills-ottawa-for-illegal-drug-lab-cleanup
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Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
BC’s short-term rental restrictions have sparked debate and opposition from many who view the issue as a red herring in the housing market.
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Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
John Rustad and the BC Conservatives came close to winning in 2024. Now, they are struggling to raise money.
Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/bc-conservatives-fundraising-below-expectations-disclosures-show
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Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
A survey from a rental marketplace site shows that one in three Canadians spend half or more of their income on rent.
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Friday Aug 15, 2025
Friday Aug 15, 2025
British Columbia’s public accounts show the province’s debt grew by $10.6 billion more than budgeted last fiscal year, prompting criticism from a taxpayer advocacy group.
Read the full article here: https://www.coastalfront.ca/read/bc-government-debt-jumps-106b-above-budget-watchdog-warns
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Thursday Aug 14, 2025
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
BC’s provincial debt grew by 50 percent, further cementing concerns about the government’s newfound commitment to fiscal responsibility.
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Wednesday Aug 13, 2025
Wednesday Aug 13, 2025
Amid a cost-of-living crisis, BC has lost 16,000 jobs in total — and the provincial government’s response to this is confusing to say the least.
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Friday Aug 08, 2025
Friday Aug 08, 2025
Cost pressures, stagnant wages, and declining services are pushing British Columbians to leave the province in record numbers, according to a new report.
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Friday Aug 08, 2025
Friday Aug 08, 2025
BC’s healthcare system remains under strain from chronic staffing shortages and service pressures, despite repeated government initiatives.
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