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Event organizers of Vancouver Chinatown Festival say security is their top priority

Event organizers of Vancouver Chinatown Festival say security is their top priority

VANCOUVER — Organizers of the Vancouver Chinatown Festival said security is their top priority in the wake of the Lapu Lapu festival tragedy that killed 11 and injured dozens more in April.
Serious crash impacts traffic, ferry service in Tsawwassen

Serious crash impacts traffic, ferry service in Tsawwassen

Closures and detour in effect
Staycation mental health tips: Making time off count, even at home

Staycation mental health tips: Making time off count, even at home

As social media fills with envy-inducing travel photos, many people feel like staying home during time off is second best. But experts say it might actually be the best thing for your mental health.
Decision on Langford girl's drug coverage won't change: health minister

Decision on Langford girl's drug coverage won't change: health minister

Josie Osborne says Island Health is in discussions with Charleigh’s family around the possibility of the family using private funds to pay for the drug.
Tough battles ahead for B.C. government unions in 'crazy' times

Tough battles ahead for B.C. government unions in 'crazy' times

As contract talks begin, the first wage offers from the province fall below the inflation rate.
Opinion: How a lottery-style refund system could boost recycling

Opinion: How a lottery-style refund system could boost recycling

Offering people the chance to win a prize instead of only receiving their deposit back could incentivize more people to recycle more often.
B.C. RCMP seek group of well-dressed women suspected of shoplifting

B.C. RCMP seek group of well-dressed women suspected of shoplifting

Police say the women have been targeting cosmetic departments in Mission drug stores.
Summer safety tips for dogs

Summer safety tips for dogs

With warmer weather comes outdoor fun—but also serious health threats for pets. A veterinarian shares essential advice on keeping dogs safe during the hottest months of the year.
Union pleads for action four years after B.C. crane collapse that killed five people

Union pleads for action four years after B.C. crane collapse that killed five people

BURNABY — Officials from a B.C.
B.C. nurse suspended for withholding medications, falsifying records

B.C. nurse suspended for withholding medications, falsifying records

Amritpal Randhawa of Kamloops was also found to have delegated tasks to unregulated care providers.