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Airlines grilled in Ottawa over YVR holiday tarmac chaos

Airlines grilled in Ottawa over YVR holiday tarmac chaos

Passengers stranded for more than 11 hours due to lack of safe way to disembark: Air Canada spokesperson
B.C. paramedic didn't steal medication or health card, tribunal rules

B.C. paramedic didn't steal medication or health card, tribunal rules

A British Columbian alleged a paramedic went through their cupboards and rifled through their wallet. The Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled there was no evidence to back up that claim.
Banks vs. mortgage brokers: which is better for homebuyers?

Banks vs. mortgage brokers: which is better for homebuyers?

Mortgage brokers have the potential to offer a wider variety of rates, while banks have the advantage of an existing relationship that brings comfort to the homebuying process, says real estate advisor.
Proposed YVR flight path changes would bring more descents north over Burrard Inlet

Proposed YVR flight path changes would bring more descents north over Burrard Inlet

Parts of Burnaby, Surrey, Coquitlam and New Westminster might notice more skyward sounds as planes prepare to touch down in Richmond
E-bike charger caused North Vancouver fire that left 10 people homeless

E-bike charger caused North Vancouver fire that left 10 people homeless

The fire caused by the electric bike charger left a house on East Second Street with ‘significant’ fire damage. E-battery fires can burn extremely hot.
Why e-bike battery chargers catch fire and how to prevent it

Why e-bike battery chargers catch fire and how to prevent it

Don’t leave an electric bike charging overnight and always use the charger and charging cord intended for that bike.
UBC medical school's cadaver shortage alleviated

UBC medical school's cadaver shortage alleviated

Enquiries to the medical school's body donation program increased after a June 2022 public appeal.
Spongy-moth spraying planned for Island communities this spring

Spongy-moth spraying planned for Island communities this spring

A record number of male spongy moths — formerly known as gypsy moths — were trapped in B.C. last year, indicating they could become established if the spraying is not completed, says the Forests Ministry.
Here is how renters can get information about Metro Vancouver landlords

Here is how renters can get information about Metro Vancouver landlords

Be prepared before you sign a lease.
Two B.C. photographers place second in Canadian Geographic contest

Two B.C. photographers place second in Canadian Geographic contest

Out of 6,400 entries, two B.C. photographers topped the list.