When Mike Harcourt became premier of B.C. in 1991 his government had to deal with rising health-care costs. Now, his former health minister says the province is dealing with the 'unintended consequences' of those actions.

Steep losses, growing debt, closed borders undermine optimism among Vancouver Island businesses about the prospects for recovery this season and beyond.

Evictions, disrepair, high rents challenge housing security for Victoria renters.