B.C. backing legal challenge of equalization formula, may launch its own lawsuit

British Columbia Premier David Eby said Wednesday his province supports Newfoundland and Labrador's court case against the federal government over equalization payments — and is looking at filing a lawsuit of its own.

B.C. backing legal challenge of equalization formula, may launch its own lawsuit
British Columbia Premier David Eby, left, speaks as Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Andrew Furey listens during a news conference at Bob & Michael's Place, a social housing complex in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, on Thursday, June 13, 2024.

British Columbia Premier David Eby said Wednesday his province supports Newfoundland and Labrador's court case against the federal government over equalization payments — and is looking at filing a lawsuit of its own.