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BC Election 2013: Big Issues Explained

On the eve of the May 2013 provincial election, The Tyee looks back on big issues that have driven debate during the last 12 years of BC Liberal governance.

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The Rise of Independent Power Producers, Explained

The Rise of Independent Power Producers, Explained

They split the enviro vote in 2009, but can they still spark trouble across the province?

Colleen Kimmett / 30 Apr 2013


BC's Fight Against Climate Change, Explained

BC's Fight Against Climate Change, Explained

In 2007, Gordon Campbell decided the province would lead the world and slash emissions. What happened?

Tom Barrett / 1 May 2013


A 'New Era' in BC Education, Explained

A 'New Era' in BC Education, Explained

Today's history lesson: 12 years of BC Liberal legislation on the school file.

Katie Hyslop / 1 May 2013


The Pipeline Plan that Rattled BC, Explained

The Pipeline Plan that Rattled BC, Explained

Enbridge's Northern Gateway proposal struck a deep nerve, and its story continues this election.

Geoff Dembicki / 4 May 2013


BC's Poor Poverty Record, Explained

BC's Poor Poverty Record, Explained

Will the last decade of idle welfare rates and spiking homelessness continue after May 14?

Andrew MacLeod / 6 May 2013


BC Liberals' 12 Years of Tax Shifts, Explained

BC Liberals' 12 Years of Tax Shifts, Explained

Gordon Campbell was swept in on tax cuts, hounded out on HST.

Doug Ward / 6 May 2013