Highlights

Extreme weather response activated in Vancouver and Surrey amid unseasonable cold snap.

Survey finds B.C., Alberta residents least supportive of legal marijuana.

OTTAWA — A new report from Statistics Canada says self-reported paid sick leave coverage has increased moderately since 1995, but coverage for front-line workers is still far from universal.

'Ed has invested significant energy to connect with First Nations culture and history, to share the joy of paddling, to inspire art and to support those suffering from addictions, all with the goal of helping to build a healthy and caring community,' says board chair Pam Robertson.

Brigitte Cleroux says she's waiving delays in her case as it nears the two-year mark.

'The public are allowed to drop off used oil, used oil filters and anti-freeze here at our facility but only during our business hours Monday to Friday 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Not before or after and not on weekends.'

On Saturday, Nov. 4, the Hopkins branch of the Sunshine Coast Healthcare Auxiliary will be holding its annual Fall Bazaar and Marketplace in Gibsons from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

El Niño has an interesting influence on the region.

qathet Regional District directors interested in staff report following two canine-related incidents

Q: Where can I get in person help with government services?