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Decision on Langford girl's drug coverage won't change: health minister

Decision on Langford girl's drug coverage won't change: health minister

Josie Osborne says Island Health is in discussions with Charleigh’s family around the possibility of the family using private funds to pay for the drug.
Tough battles ahead for B.C. government unions in 'crazy' times

Tough battles ahead for B.C. government unions in 'crazy' times

As contract talks begin, the first wage offers from the province fall below the inflation rate.
Opinion: How a lottery-style refund system could boost recycling

Opinion: How a lottery-style refund system could boost recycling

Offering people the chance to win a prize instead of only receiving their deposit back could incentivize more people to recycle more often.
B.C. RCMP seek group of well-dressed women suspected of shoplifting

B.C. RCMP seek group of well-dressed women suspected of shoplifting

Police say the women have been targeting cosmetic departments in Mission drug stores.
NHL’s amended CBA means more players will look like Conor Garland

NHL’s amended CBA means more players will look like Conor Garland

The NHL will be mandating cut-resistant neck protection starting in the 2026-27 season.
Summer safety tips for dogs

Summer safety tips for dogs

With warmer weather comes outdoor fun—but also serious health threats for pets. A veterinarian shares essential advice on keeping dogs safe during the hottest months of the year.
Vancouver mutual fund dealer ‘misappropriated’ $354K from elderly clients, regulator alleges

Vancouver mutual fund dealer ‘misappropriated’ $354K from elderly clients, regulator alleges

Disciplinary hearing set as CIRO alleges former Scotia Securities adviser created fictitious accounts to hide transfers
B.C. nurse suspended for withholding medications, falsifying records

B.C. nurse suspended for withholding medications, falsifying records

Amritpal Randhawa of Kamloops was also found to have delegated tasks to unregulated care providers.
Killer of beloved Vancouver park caretaker should get 12 years before parole, court told

Killer of beloved Vancouver park caretaker should get 12 years before parole, court told

Kitsilano resident Brent White was convicted of second-degree murder in the Dec. 10, 2021, death of Justis Daniel, 77.
You are likely eligible to be the Canucks' emergency backup goaltender

You are likely eligible to be the Canucks' emergency backup goaltender

The changes to the NHL CBA mandate that each team carries an EBUG — emergency backup goaltender — for every game.