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Canadian government backs international moratorium on deep sea mining following Vancouver company's controversial move

There were 86 new fires on Sunday alone.

The health minister says he's listening to authorities and front-line workers, even if it's to hear frustration

Like Conservative MP Todd Doherty's private members bill, New Westminster-Burnaby NDP MP Peter Julian's bill would boost consequences for attacks on firefighters, paramedics.

Hundreds of people gathered in Vancouver for a rally to support striking British Columbia port workers as their job action stretches into its second week.

From cute critters to weird creatures, have you met these other Metro Vancouver residents?

"Weather permitting, highly active auroral displays will be visible overhead from Inuvik...to Vancouver."

Criminally convicted animal rights activist Amy Soranno won't give up her fight to ensure better oversight of farm animals, as she calls for mandatory CCTV systems in animal barns and a new provincial animal welfare inspection system.

The B.C. Maritime Employers Association issued a statement on Saturday saying it met with the International Longshore and Warehouse Union Canada, suggested having an arbitrator make recommendations.

A new tax-free savings account could play a role in making the dream of home ownership more attainable for first-time buyers in Canada.