New technology will help protect caribou herd
A new way of using GPS tracking data will help minimize interactions between a herd of caribou and snowmobilers in
BC man fined $4,000 for poaching moose in 2017
The man pleaded guilty to hunting wildlife not within an open season. It was hunters who first reported the incident to COS in Oct. 2017.
Canada under-reporting deforestation and carbon impacts by forestry
As the latest UN Climate Change Conference (COP 25) opens in Spain this week, a new investigation reveals Canada’s deforestation
Christmas tree cutting permits available
British Columbians who want to cut their own Christmas tree can get a permit online, or by contacting their local
These struggling endangered species of Canada are grossly underappreciated
Close to half of the 21 wildlife species assessed by the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada
$50,000 reward for Burnaby man wanted for laundering drug money
RCMP is offering a $50,000 reward for a Burnaby man who is part of a crime group allegedly involved in the laundering of millions of dollars.
Police not responsible for death of naked male: IIO
The Independent Investigations Office (IIO) of B.C. has found that the actions of police were not responsible for the death
Reindeer bus lights up Metro Vancouver streets
The Reindeer Bus rolls into service today, continuing a beloved holiday tradition in Metro Vancouver. In addition to spreading Christmas
City of Vancouver is ready to licence ride-hailing companies
Once the Provincial TNS licence is issued to the ride hailing companies, they can obtain a municipal business licence from the City.
The new things TransLink is doing this winter
TransLink has released details of new initiatives and improvements to prepare for any adverse weather events this winter. This comes
New law protecting whistle-blowers is now in force in BC
Current and past government employees who bring forward concerns about serious wrongdoing or who come under investigation have more protection,
New HIV infections in province declining: BC government
On the occasion of World AIDS Day on Dec. 1, 2019, British Columbia is marking record-low cases of HIV and AIDS as the crisis transitions from epidemic to chronic disease management.
Sobeys diverts plastic from landfills to pave parking lot
Sobeys Inc. recently opened a new store in Timberlea, Nova Scotia. The opening celebration included the unveiling of one of
Online shopping alert: Check out the seller before you check out
Competition Bureau has advised online buyers to be more careful to avoid unpleasant surprises. Do you know that you might
Vancouver to expand public wifi in downtown core
The City of Vancouver will expand free wifi to the plazas surrounding the Vancouver Art Gallery and the Moberly Arts and Cultural Centre.
Robson Square Ice Rink is now open
Lace up the skates and hit the ice at the Robson Square—for FREE. The Robson Square rink is now officially open for skating.
Speed likely factor in crash that killed a 40-year-old man
Police are investigating a serious, two vehicle collision on Boundary Road at Marine Drive that claimed the life of a 40-year-old man today.
Don’t leave pets outside: SPCA reminds following animal cruelty investigation
The RCMP received a complaint about five cats who had been kept in the back of an open truck in a wire crate for about two months.
Police arrest man 26 years after Vancouver woman’s murder
Stephen Laroche has been charged with second degree murder in relation to Black’s death which occurred in Vancouver in March 1993.
Police seek public’s help in identifying robbery suspect
Police release released surveillance photos in the hopes of identifying the suspect. The robbery happened on October 21 just before 6 p.m.
