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Burnaby agrees to Japan trip despite concerns over 'exorbitant' costs

Burnaby agrees to Japan trip despite concerns over 'exorbitant' costs

Councillors and city officials will head to Japan to celebrate the anniversary of a sister city relationship, despite some qualms.
Decriminalization supporters question B.C. drug study that links policy to overdoses

Decriminalization supporters question B.C. drug study that links policy to overdoses

Former chief coroner Lisa Lapointe says the study did not capture the "significant" decrease in opioid-related deaths in B.C. in 2024 — the lowest rate since 2020.
'Mind-boggling': Swim team demands 50-metre Vancouver pool be reconsidered

'Mind-boggling': Swim team demands 50-metre Vancouver pool be reconsidered

A new, second report from Vancouver park board staff says "it's not feasible" to keep the 50-metre lap pool as part of the VAC redevelopment project.
I Watched This Game: Demko and depth scoring get Canucks past Islanders

I Watched This Game: Demko and depth scoring get Canucks past Islanders

Kiefer Sherwood had a three-point night, while Aatu Räty came up with a big goal against his former team.
Opinion: Losing a pet deserves more attention and compassion

Opinion: Losing a pet deserves more attention and compassion

As pets increasingly become integral to our emotional lives, acknowledging the relevance of this relationship is fundamental.
Victoria Uber workers could be first in Canada to unionize

Victoria Uber workers could be first in Canada to unionize

After a long campaign by UFCW Local 1518, drivers have cast ballots on certification.
Canada slowest to share bird flu data, study finds

Canada slowest to share bird flu data, study finds

Researchers say the delay, which averaged 618 days in Canada, could restrict scientists' ability to track the next pandemic.
Kamloops RCMP seek man wanted for assaults, including one in Burnaby this month

Kamloops RCMP seek man wanted for assaults, including one in Burnaby this month

A arrest warrant has been issued for James Wessel, 25, who remains at large, according to police in Kamloops.
Can a Metro Vancouver tenant legally have a security camera in their apartment?

Can a Metro Vancouver tenant legally have a security camera in their apartment?

Privacy is paramount, says a tenancy expert.
Coquitlam man charged in connection with Burnaby bank robbery, Highway 1 crashes

Coquitlam man charged in connection with Burnaby bank robbery, Highway 1 crashes

Trevor Deucheff Kennedy of Coquitlam has been released on bail after being charged with robbery and failing to stop after an accident.