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Trees cut, vandalized in Líl̓wat traditional territory south of Lillooet

Police said they haven't identified any suspects in the vandalism, which Líl̓wat Nation said included racist messaging and highlighted the work that remains on "respect and reconciliation."Canada -British Columbia |February 25

Key anti-racism reforms not completed after wrongful arrest of Heiltsuk man and granddaughter, report finds

An agreement meant to address anti-Indigenous racism in Vancouver policing did not lead to many of the systemic changes that were promised, according to a  final report  released Tuesday by B.C.'s Human Rights Commissioner.Canada -British Columbia |February 25

Whitecaps matches to be broadcast in Punjabi for first time in MLS history

The Punjabi coverage kicked off Saturday when the Whitecaps opened their MLS season with a 1–0 win over Real Salt Lake at B.C. Place.Canada -British Columbia |February 22

Why Surrey’s police budget request dropped by $47M and what’s behind the underspending

Surrey reduced its police budget by $47 million after the force underspent about $40 million last year. But why has the budget been reduced when the Surrey Police Service is in the midst of an ongoing extortion crisis and the police force's expansion across the city?Canada -British Columbia |February 22

Avalanche danger jumping 'significantly' in B.C.'s South Coast

Three people have died in avalanches in B.C. this season and a wintry blast of heavy snow and wind is prompting a warning from experts. Canada -British Columbia |February 21

Man sentenced to life in prison for killing girlfriend in Burnaby's Metrotown mall

Melissa Blimkie, 25, was attacked Dec. 19, 2021, in the mall's parkade and later died of the injuries. Now, her boyfriend Everton Downey has been sentenced to life in prison with no parole eligibility for 12 years.Canada -British Columbia |February 18

Langley vigil honours victims of Tumbler Ridge mass shooting, including former local student

Several hundred people gathered in Langley, B.C. on Sunday evening, lighting candles and laying flowers in memory of the victims of the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, including a 12-year-old girl who, community members say, spent most of her childhood in the Lower Mainland city.Canada -British Columbia |February 16

5-day maternity ward diversion announced for Maple Ridge hospital due to ob-gyn shortage

A temporary shortage of ob-gyns has meant that expectant parents who were set to give birth at Ridge Meadows Hospital may have to go to another hospital later this week.Canada -British Columbia |February 10

Vancouver missed out on millions as land deals were struck without proper strategy: report

A $13-million calculation error in a Vancouver land sale deal is just one of several issues raised in a new report that questions how the city deals with public land transactions.Canada -British Columbia |February 9

Week-long traffic shutdown begins as Pattullo Bridge switches to replacement

Metro Vancouver drivers are being urged to expect longer travel times as both the Pattullo Bridge and its replacement, the new stal̕əw̓asəm (Riverview) Bridge, are closed for roughly a week starting at 8 p.m. Friday. Canada -British Columbia |February 7

Vancouver's historic Militant Mothers of Raymur overpass closed after safety inspection

The Militant Mothers of Raymur pedestrian overpass, a historic crossing built after local mothers fought for their children’s safe passage over a railway line, has been closed indefinitely because of structural concerns, the City of Vancouver says.Canada -British Columbia |February 6

Thousands rally in Vancouver in solidarity with Iranian protesters

Demonstrators gathered in Downtown Vancouver on Sunday to show solidarity with protesters in Iran, who are fighting against the country’s financial collapse and the regime that led to it.Canada -British Columbia |February 2

Vancouver overdose prevention site closes less than 2 years after relocation

A Vancouver overdose prevention site has closed less than two years after it moved from its previous location, raising concerns among health officials and harm reduction advocates as the province sees record number of overdose calls to emergency services.Canada -British Columbia |February 1

Man dead after residential fire in Burnaby, RCMP say

A man has died after a fire broke out at a residential home in Burnaby on Friday evening. Firefighters say three people were removed from the two-storey building. Canada -British Columbia |February 1

Broadway businesses ‘very anxious’ amid subway construction closure, says BIA head

The closure of a busy block along Vancouver's East Broadway is raising concerns from a local business association that the disruptions could echo the long-term impacts of the Canada Line construction nearly two decades ago.Canada -British Columbia |January 27

Amid extortion fears, some Surrey, B.C., residents call for stronger self-defence laws

As extortion threats and shootings continue to rattle Surrey, some residents are calling for stronger self-defence laws, including those that would allow people to use firearms to protect themselves. Local officials, however, say vigilantism is not the answer. Canada -British Columbia |January 27

Westham Island, B.C., farmers face mounting stress as bridge closure drags on

Farmers on Delta’s Westham Island say the closure of their only bridge link is disrupting daily lives. A temporary barge system has been set up, but residents warn it is slow and costly. TransLink says repairs to the damaged bridge could take several weeks.Canada -British Columbia |January 25

Vancouver’s VFX artists shine in this year’s Oscar race

When the Oscar nominations were announced this week, Vancouver’s film industry had plenty to celebrate with many local artists contributing to some of the biggest movies in this year’s award race. Canada -British Columbia |January 25

Accused who allegedly aided fugitive Rabih Alkhalil's B.C. prison escape extradited to Canada

John Potvin, an alleged accomplice that helped fugitive Rabih Alkhalil escape jail in 2022, has now been extradited to Canada. His next court appearance is on Jan. 23, according to police.Canada -British Columbia |January 24

Vancouver considers new public washroom strategy as pressure mounts over access, street cleanliness

Vancouver is considering a new strategy aimed at making public washrooms easier to find and better maintained across the city. Residents, front-line workers and businesses say a lack of accessible washrooms has contributed to rising human feces complaints, particularly in the Downtown Eastside.Canada -British Columbia |January 20

Maple Ridge, B.C., councillor charged with 4 counts of sexual assault

Ahmed Yousef had been charged with six criminal offences, including assault and firearm-related charges, last May. The sexual assault charges being faced by Yousef are designated as 'K files', used to indicate alleged cases of intimate partner violence.Canada -British Columbia |January 16

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‘Symphony of the sea’: Big, barking, bellowing sea lions back in Howe Sound

"It's almost like a biker gang convention. They just arrive out of nowhere, they cause havoc, they’re barking and belching,” said UBC fisheries professor Andrew Trites.Canada -British Columbia |January 16

Rising temperatures, freezing levels creating dangerous conditions in Sea-to-Sky region

Squamish geoscientist warns of dangerous weather in the Sea-to-Sky region, including avalanches and rockslides, after heavy rainfall and rising freezing levels. On Sunday, two separate avalanches were recorded in-bounds at Whistler Blackcomb ski resort, with one person needing to be rescued.Canada -British Columbia |January 13

Concerns rise as Vancouver’s busy Broadway traffic set to detour to narrow side street

One of Vancouver’s busiest bus corridors is about to be rerouted onto a much narrower side street. Transit advocates say the change could mean congestion and delays for tens of thousands of commuters.Canada -British Columbia |January 12

Trial begins for journalist suing RCMP for arrest at pipeline protest camp near Prince George, B.C.

Photojournalist Amber Bracken and The Narwhal say RCMP violated Charter rights when they unlawfully arrested and detained Bracken at a Coastal GasLink pipeline protest camp on Wet’suwet’en territory in northern B.C. in 2021.Canada -British Columbia |January 12Load More