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Recurring Olympic Dreams

Recurring Olympic Dreams

B.C. is exploring the possibility of bringing the Winter Olympics back in 2030, two decades after Whistler's Olympic dreams first came true. But for some, the return of the Games sounds more like a nightmare.
B.C. personal trainer can't charge $990 for phone calls, text messages

B.C. personal trainer can't charge $990 for phone calls, text messages

A personal trainer agreed to provide a client with 12 weeks of in-person personal training with two sessions a week for $1,320, services the client said she did not get.
Friendliest cities in the world

Friendliest cities in the world

There’s nothing like a vacation to lift one’s spirits, especially during the doldrums of winter. For many, jetting off to new and exciting locales is one of life’s greatest pleasures—but it’s important to complete some research before picking a
Tribunal reverses B.C. strata's short-term accommodation fine

Tribunal reverses B.C. strata's short-term accommodation fine

A strata owner admitted to using his suite for short-term accommodation until Oct. 12, 2019. He said he didn't breach any bylaws, in part because he had a licence from the City of Vancouver.
'Incredibly concerning': Abbotsford police warn public about stabbing

'Incredibly concerning': Abbotsford police warn public about stabbing

A woman is expected to make a full recovery after being stabbed early Thursday morning in Abbotsford.
Black bear takes a dip in West Van backyard pond

Black bear takes a dip in West Van backyard pond

A cool dip and a chilled snack. This bear knows how to deal with the heat.
Man dead after daytime shooting in Maple Ridge

Man dead after daytime shooting in Maple Ridge

Investigators cannot say at this time if it is connected to gang conflict.
B.C. couple still owes $19M despite bankruptcy, appeal court rules

B.C. couple still owes $19M despite bankruptcy, appeal court rules

Thalbinder Singh Poonian and Shailu Poonian had appealed a B.C. Supreme Court decision stating penalties stemming from fraud can't be discharged in bankruptcy proceedings.
B.C. strata pot, tobacco dispute ends in $13,000 in fines and legal fees

B.C. strata pot, tobacco dispute ends in $13,000 in fines and legal fees

A complaint said smells emanated from bathroom drains, plug outlets, the master bedroom, upstairs bedroom and the kitchen cupboards.
Pet adoptions decline after surge during pandemic isolation

Pet adoptions decline after surge during pandemic isolation

Last year, many people became frustrated when they could not act fast enough to adopt. This year, the B.C. SPCA has 1,500 animals in its care — 700 ready for adoption immediately and the remainder in volunteer foster homes.