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. politicians condemn political violence after Charlie Kirk shooting in U.S.
Premier David Eby said Canadians must reject a culture of political violence after the high-profile shooting of American commentator Charlie Kirk.
More Shaikh Al Kar products recalled in B.C. due to salmonella
A recall of Shaikh Al Kar products due to possible salmonella contamination is expanding in British Columbia.Â
B.C. Greens defend voter verification process after legal threat from leadership hopeful
The B.C. Green party is defending its verification process for new members as it responds to criticism and a possible legal threat from a leadership candidate.Â
LNG Canada, Red Chris Mine make list of major new projects Ottawa wants to fast-track
Two northwest British Columbia projects are on the initial list of major projects the federal government is considering for fast-tracking.Â
Restaurant industry pushes back after Eby calls for end to temporary foreign worker program
A national advocacy group for the restaurant industry is pushing back against Premier David Eby’s call to change or scrap Canada’s temporary foreign worker program.Â
Halva brand recalled in B.C. due to salmonella
A brand of halva sold in British Columbia is being recalled for possible salmonella contamination.Â
Eby sees approval rating fall to new low, finds latest poll
A new poll shows Premier David Eby’s approval has dropped to its lowest rating since he took office.
BCGEU strikes expand, but with ‘minimal impact on the public’
The union representing thousands of public service workers in British Columbia escalated job action across the province on Tuesday.Â
B.C.’s top court rules Haida Nation has title over Haida Gwaii
The Haida Nation is celebrating a major victory after British Columbia’s top court ruled the First Nation has sovereignty over Haida Gwaii.
B.C. wildfire season extends into September, with hundreds under evacuation orders
While September brings shorter days and cooler nights, B.C. officials are stressing the risk of wildfire remains high.Â
Three men charged in prison break of B.C. fugitive
Three men face charges in connection with the jailbreak of a man who escaped from a B.C. prison and remains at large.Â
B.C. RCMP report stopping more than 600 impaired drivers this summer
British Columbia RCMP said they removed more than 600 impaired drivers from the roads this summer.Â
Small business group says B.C. regional districts need to reign in spending
A report from a small business advocacy group finds spending among regional districts in British Columbia is growing faster than key economic measures.Â
Coquihalla Highway reopens after wildfire closure
Highway 5 between Hope and Merritt reopened early Friday afternoon after a closure due to an out-of-control wildfire.
B.C. tops list of least affordable provinces for renters
A report shows three British Columbia cities were among the top five least affordable for renters last year.
B.C. follows national trend of rising unemployment in August, losing 16,000 jobs
British Columbia lost close to 16,000 jobs in August, its second monthly decrease in a row.Â
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Trail applies for $4.6 million to twin critical watermain
City council gave its blessing last week to submitting the application to the Strategic Priorities Fund, which is administered by the Union of BC Municipalities.
Cold War intrigue shadowed Trail hockey game, writer reveals
One of the most memorable games in Trail's hockey history had the RCMP on high alert due to its potential "off-ice intrigue," according to the latest edition of The Hockey News.
Trail approves new approach to Communities in Bloom
Changes are coming to the way Trail handles its beautification program following the departure of the group's longtime chair.
BC premier lauds Teck-Anglo American merger
David Eby says he is delighted the companies have committed not just to come together, but to make their global headquarters in Vancouver.
Vehicle seized for doing burnouts in Castlegar parking lot
A vehicle has been seized and a 35-year-old Slocan Park man has been issued a $368 ticket after police responded to a complaint of "multiple" vehicles driving dangerously.
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