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Chilliwack penalized $11,000 for removing bear fence and exposing landfill

Chilliwack penalized $11,000 for removing bear fence and exposing landfill

Chilliwack was found to have removed an electric bear fence, but says reported bear sightings at the landfill were a result of 'miscommunication or misunderstanding.'
Court orders ICBC to pay $15,000 each to data breach customers

Court orders ICBC to pay $15,000 each to data breach customers

An ICBC employee sold driver information, resulting in a series of shootings and arsons.
'A spark that leads to greater things': SCRD climate change action plan endorsed

'A spark that leads to greater things': SCRD climate change action plan endorsed

In the same week the United Nations secretary general António Guterres declared the world at “a moment of truth” regarding climate change, Sunshine Coast elected officials unanimously recommended adoption of its Community Climate Action Plan.
Family phone plans hinder escape from domestic violence: Women's Shelters Canada

Family phone plans hinder escape from domestic violence: Women's Shelters Canada

VANCOUVER — Women's Shelters Canada is calling on phone companies to adjust how they respond to those escaping from domestic violence, saying the costs of changing a phone number and difficulties leaving a shared plan are key barriers for victims.
Families of missing B.C. mountaineers flown over Garibaldi Park

Families of missing B.C. mountaineers flown over Garibaldi Park

A break in weather has allowed the search by air to continue.
Chapman snowpack melts early

Chapman snowpack melts early

Stage 2 water restrictions expected in coming weeks
Updated: Granthams’ water plant issues continue for neighbours

Updated: Granthams’ water plant issues continue for neighbours

A May 27 announcement that a temporary chemical storage unit will be added at the Sunshine Coast Regional District’s water facility at Elphinstone Avenue and Fisher Road prompted a half dozen residents to send in lists of concerns.
Bank of Canada cuts key interest rate for first time in more than four years

Bank of Canada cuts key interest rate for first time in more than four years

OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada marked a major turning point in its fight against inflation on Wednesday as it lowered its key interest rate for the first time in more than four years, making it the first central bank in the G7 to cut rates.
Cybersecurity standards emerging in Canada as ransomware business booms

Cybersecurity standards emerging in Canada as ransomware business booms

"The way that the bad guys are getting in is constantly changing, and the battlefield is constantly shifting for cybersecurity professionals to keep these organizations safe."
Rob Shaw: SOGI, Bonnie Henry in the crosshairs of newly minted BC Conservative MLA Sturko

Rob Shaw: SOGI, Bonnie Henry in the crosshairs of newly minted BC Conservative MLA Sturko

Former BC United politician wastes no time challenging previous party positions after crossing the floor Monday