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Opinion: Wildfire smoke is an increasing threat to Canadians' health

Opinion: Wildfire smoke is an increasing threat to Canadians' health

The notion that wildfire smoke is 'natural,' and therefore less harmful than other types of air pollution, is not supported by the evidence. Wildfire smoke has been linked to adverse health effects.
Measuring the B.C. teacher shortage is the first step towards fixing it

Measuring the B.C. teacher shortage is the first step towards fixing it

A new school year is always a time of excitement and anticipation.
Air Canada flights collide on YVR tarmac

Air Canada flights collide on YVR tarmac

The wings of the two planes hit while one of the them was pulling out of a gate on Sunday afternoon
Have you been stung? More wasps in B.C. right now, say scientists

Have you been stung? More wasps in B.C. right now, say scientists

A wasp boom? Scientists say there are more wasps in the province.
Opinion: How analyzing ancient and modern polar bear samples reveals the full scope of global warming

Opinion: How analyzing ancient and modern polar bear samples reveals the full scope of global warming

Comparison of modern and archaeological polar bears indicates that four millennia of food web stability has been disrupted by modern climate change.
B.C. pediatrician gives back-to-school advice on respiratory diseases

B.C. pediatrician gives back-to-school advice on respiratory diseases

B.C. doctor gives advice on how to protect your family from respiratory diseases as schools reopen.
'Light of hope': B.C. researchers say some fish surviving heat waves better than once thought

'Light of hope': B.C. researchers say some fish surviving heat waves better than once thought

A new study has found bottom-dwelling fish — including flounder, halibut, rockfish, and all five Pacific salmon species — are defying expectations in the face of heat waves.
Opinion: Fearmongering about people fleeing disasters is a dangerous and faulty narrative

Opinion: Fearmongering about people fleeing disasters is a dangerous and faulty narrative

Recognizing the challenges posed by climate-induced displacement is important. But officials must avoid rhetoric about displaced people that can fuel xenophobia.
Second World War-era hangar being torn down at YYJ

Second World War-era hangar being torn down at YYJ

The massive West Camp Hangar being dismantled this week by the Department of National Defence was one of the last still standing because it was built with concrete pillars and steel trusses
Labour Day celebrated in Metro Vancouver

Labour Day celebrated in Metro Vancouver

The event includes bouncy castles, games and entertainment for kids, live music, food, union and community organization booths, and more.