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Blinded by billions: a look at spending on social housing in B.C.

Blinded by billions: a look at spending on social housing in B.C.

There is no standard government definition of affordable housing. And, in B.C., no one knows how many homeless there are, or if the programs meant to house them are making any difference.
'A hell of a choice': Patients left frustrated amid delays to access assisted dying

'A hell of a choice': Patients left frustrated amid delays to access assisted dying

The 82-year-old says he wants that suffering to end. He wants to do it legally, painlessly, in a way that respects his loved ones.
U-13 Boys wrap up BIFC season

U-13 Boys wrap up BIFC season

It was a high stakes showdown between the kids and parents to cap off the latest season
How to prevent parasites, parvovirus, and other common illnesses affecting dogs

How to prevent parasites, parvovirus, and other common illnesses affecting dogs

To best care for our dogs, it is important that we keep an eye on their health.
Environment Canada warns of heavy rain and high winds over holiday weekend in B.C.

Environment Canada warns of heavy rain and high winds over holiday weekend in B.C.

VANCOUVER — Environment Canada says several regions in British Columbia should brace for high winds and heavy rainfall this holiday weekend, warning of possible flooding and power outages as a pair of weather systems flow towards the South Coast.
Immigration targets and housing plans in B.C. are not aligned, experts warn

Immigration targets and housing plans in B.C. are not aligned, experts warn

Canada's effort to build new housing for new residents has slowly declined over the past 20 years, says migration expert.
Les Leyne: Time for housing starts, not housing talk

Les Leyne: Time for housing starts, not housing talk

A new version of the NDP’s housing policy was ordered because the first multi-billion dollar version hasn’t made enough progress in alleviating the crisis
50 delicious recipes that are completely gluten-free

50 delicious recipes that are completely gluten-free

Gluten sensitivity or Celiac disease can make snacking more difficult. But it doesn't mean you have to eat boring snacks.
Federal tax workers vote in favour of striking in middle of tax filing season

Federal tax workers vote in favour of striking in middle of tax filing season

OTTAWA — More than 35,000 federal workers who assess and approve tax returns will be in a legal strike position by April 14, just two weeks before the annual deadline for Canadians to file their taxes.
A third of British Columbians blame grocers for food price hikes, poll finds

A third of British Columbians blame grocers for food price hikes, poll finds

Respondents from B.C. and Nova Scotia were the most likely to back the rollout of a 'grocery code of conduct' meant to lessen the influence of major grocery chains and help independent operators.