BC cancels grocery rebate and freezes hiring to brace for potential U.S. tariffs' impact.

British Columbia is canceling a $1,000 grocery rebate and halting hiring for some public service roles in response to potential U.S. tariffs. Finance Minister Brenda Bailey says the tariffs could lead to a $69 billion loss in GDP over four years and job losses, making the rebate unaffordable. The province's budget, set for March 4, will focus on protecting core services amid economic uncertainty.

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