Emily Joveski
Emily Joveski is the provincial news reporter for Vista Radio, based in Victoria B.C. She has worked in radio for more than a decade, and was previously on the airwaves as a broadcaster for The Canadian Press in Toronto. When she's not at her desk, she might be found exploring Vancouver Island or loitering in a local book store.
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B.C. libraries are stretched thin as provincial funding stays frozen
Library directors and advocates in British Columbia say they are disappointed after Premier David Eby ruled out increased funding for libraries in the near future.
Homelessness rises in 60 per cent of B.C. communities in latest count
The latest provincial “point-in-time” count found that homelessness rose in more than half of the 20 British Columbia communities surveyed.
Eby pushes back as Alberta plans fast-track proposal for pipeline to B.C. coast
Premier David Eby slammed Alberta’s latest push for a pipeline to British Columbia’s west coast Wednesday, saying he wants to work with the province on “real” projects that have private-sector backing.
BCGEU plans to ramp up strike action after talks with province break down
The head of the B.C. General Employees Union says job action will escalate to more front-line services after the latest round of talks with the province broke down this week.
B.C. jobs minister says Trump’s film tariff threat too early to call
British Columbia’s Jobs Minister Ravi Kahlon said it’s too early to tell if Donald Trump’s latest tariff threat against the film industry is legitimate.
Eby welcomes federal decision to label Bishnoi gang as terrorists
Premier David Eby said listing the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a terrorist group is “the right move.”
Check your tread: B.C.’s winter tire rules kick in Wednesday
Ready or not, winter tire season starts this week in British Columbia this Wednesday.
Local governments get more time to consult on Heritage Conservation Act overhaul
The Union of B.C. Municipalities have welcomed the province’s decision to extend consultations on a controversial overhaul of the Heritage Conservation Act.
B.C. Transit marks Truth and Reconciliation Day with orange ribbons
B.C. Transit is partnering with local governments to mark Truth and Reconciliation Day on Tuesday, Sept. 30
Province returning bargaining table with public service union after month-long strike
The union representing thousands of striking public service workers in B.C. said it will return to the bargaining table with the Public Service Agency on Monday.
More involuntary care beds coming, Eby tells UBCM
Premier David Eby addressed mayors and other delegates Friday at the annual Union of B.C. Municipalities convention in Victoria.
Federal housing minister touts housing plan to local B.C. officials
Housing and infrastructure minister Gregor Robertson promoted the federal government’s new affordable housing initiatives to local government officials in Victoria on Friday.
B.C. Conservative leader calls for repeal of Indigenous rights legislation
B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad said Indigenous title rights and private property rights cannot co-exist with private property rights.
Municipal leaders call on province to step up response to street disorder
Mayors from across British Columbia are calling on the province to take urgent action to address the homelessness and addiction crisis facing their communities.
B.C. economy holding steady despite tariffs, finance minister tells UBCM
B.C. Finance Minister Brenda Bailey said the province's economy has remained steady despite global trade conflicts and rising costs.
Emily Lowan wins leadership of B.C. Greens
Emily Lowan is the next leader of the B.C. Greens Party. It was a decisive win for the 25-year-old Victoria resident, who received 3,189 votes.
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