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WHO says COVID emergency is over. So what does that mean?

WHO says COVID emergency is over. So what does that mean?

WHO emergencies chief Dr. Michael Ryan said the coronavirus is still a public health threat and that its continued evolution could yet cause future problems.
Half of variable rate mortgage holders facing financial straits: Angus Reid

Half of variable rate mortgage holders facing financial straits: Angus Reid

One-third of Canadian mortgage holders having difficulty managing finances, according to poll.
Friends of the Library BookFest coming May 20

Friends of the Library BookFest coming May 20

Bowen's annual big book sale is just two weeks away. But the Friends are worried it may be their last as they search for new accommodation
To feed endangered whales, Alaska ordered to stop intercepting B.C.-bound salmon

To feed endangered whales, Alaska ordered to stop intercepting B.C.-bound salmon

The 'enormous ruling' withholds permits in southeast Alaska that for decades has intercepted hundreds of thousands of chinook salmon before they can reach endangered southern resident killer whales in B.C.
John Ducker: Is it more dangerous to cycle with headphones on?

John Ducker: Is it more dangerous to cycle with headphones on?

Under B.C. law, cyclists have a duty to ride with reasonable consideration for others as well as cycle with due care and attention — just like motorists.
Opinion: Health Canada should be transparent about how it's monitoring drug safety

Opinion: Health Canada should be transparent about how it's monitoring drug safety

All new drugs that have never before been sold in Canada in any form, as well as all opioids, require RMPs to help safeguard the public.
Starting in 2024 you could see big savings on your BC Hydro bill

Starting in 2024 you could see big savings on your BC Hydro bill

BC Hydro consumers who are able to lower their electrical consumption in the evenings and those with electric cars are most likely to benefit from a proposed optional time-of-use rate scheme
Cruise ship terminal still a possibility for Delta

Cruise ship terminal still a possibility for Delta

The need to accommodate newer, much larger ships seen as a long-term priority
Attorney general alerts online companies to B.C.'s new image-sharing law

Attorney general alerts online companies to B.C.'s new image-sharing law

VICTORIA — British Columbia's attorney general has sent a letter to technology companies warning they could face orders to stop the distribution of intimate images of B.C. residents that have been shared without their consent.
Man accused in Vancouver toddler’s death keeps firing lawyers

Man accused in Vancouver toddler’s death keeps firing lawyers

The 23-month-old died at the scene while her father suffered life-altering physical injuries.