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BC SPCA launches $800K jackpot for annual spring lottery fundraiser

BC SPCA launches $800K jackpot for annual spring lottery fundraiser

It's the largest-ever 50/50 draw for the provincial organization, set to help rescue and feed thousands of vulnerable animals.
BC Civil Liberties Association revokes award granted to Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond

BC Civil Liberties Association revokes award granted to Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond

VANCOUVER — Another award has been stripped from Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond, the former judge, law professor and British Columbia representative for children and youth, whose claims of Indigenous ancestry have been discredited.
Alberta agency to conduct independent probe of B.C. RCMP Prince George detachment

Alberta agency to conduct independent probe of B.C. RCMP Prince George detachment

VICTORIA — The British Columbia government says the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team will lead a probe into allegations of historic misconduct by members of the Prince George RCMP detachment, and the failure of the force to act on the complaint
New study finds crisis pregnancy centres have anti-abortion agendas

New study finds crisis pregnancy centres have anti-abortion agendas

The study found when pregnant clients visit a CPC they are often receiving medical misinformation.
Massive bird-sized ant fossil found in Princeton part of puzzle unlocking how ancient life spread

Massive bird-sized ant fossil found in Princeton part of puzzle unlocking how ancient life spread

A Princeton woman who discovered the fossil of a giant, ancient ant, the first of it kind found in Canada, has contributed to new questions in research.
'We're obviously losing trees': Saanich looks at planting 10,000 trees a year

'We're obviously losing trees': Saanich looks at planting 10,000 trees a year

The current target is 2,000 trees a year, but a report on the state of the urban forest says that’s not enough. Half the trees planted each year are replacements as a result of new development.
Alberta team to investigate Prince George RCMP

Alberta team to investigate Prince George RCMP

The Prince George RCMP is under investigation over allegations its members were sexually abusing Indigenous girls 20 years ago.
Losing son in tugboat sinking, Tsawwassen mom demands action now

Losing son in tugboat sinking, Tsawwassen mom demands action now

The TSB says there is currently no requirement for towing companies to assess any of the risks that might be present in their operations, which puts crews, tugs, tows and the environment at risk.
Canfor hopes for quick solution to repurpose Taylor mill site

Canfor hopes for quick solution to repurpose Taylor mill site

'A good facility in a good location,' says Canfor Pulp president
'Absolutely broke my heart': Tied-up dog with deep neck wound rescued from B.C. yard

'Absolutely broke my heart': Tied-up dog with deep neck wound rescued from B.C. yard

The dog was found tied up in a yard filled with garbage and feces, wet from rain and curled in a tight ball in some mud.