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Most Canadians back strong measures to curb plastics, poll finds

Most Canadians back strong measures to curb plastics, poll finds

While a majority of Canadians backed measures to curb plastic pollution, the country often fell well below the global average.
Southern resident killer whales face extinction in 75-100 years, study predicts

Southern resident killer whales face extinction in 75-100 years, study predicts

More must be done to protect their habitat and prey to stop the orcas' decline, researchers say.
'Ludicrous': Motorcyclist speeds at 234 km/h on Lions Gate Bridge

'Ludicrous': Motorcyclist speeds at 234 km/h on Lions Gate Bridge

A 45-second video was posted to social media showing the driver weaving in and out of traffic on the bridge.
Driver of hit sports car describes spinning in Vancouver crash that killed baby

Driver of hit sports car describes spinning in Vancouver crash that killed baby

Seyed Ramin Moshfeghi Zadeh is accused of dangerous driving causing death and dangerous driving causing bodily harm.
Powell River RCMP, SAR team help locate canoeist

Powell River RCMP, SAR team help locate canoeist

Family concerned after check-ins stopped during navigation of canoe route
Cross-Canada run: Man tackles 7,398 km challenge for heart disease

Cross-Canada run: Man tackles 7,398 km challenge for heart disease

He is inviting people to run with him and plans to be in B.C. on June 26.
Paddle Club becomes Ocean Plastics Depot member

Paddle Club becomes Ocean Plastics Depot member

Gibsons Paddle Club promotes the sport of outrigger canoeing, which means our members are on the water several times a week. Paddlers see all kinds of nature, but also floating debris such as Styrofoam, plastic, rope, and other assorted marine items.
Sechelt's OCP review focuses on engaging residents

Sechelt's OCP review focuses on engaging residents

‘I don't think planning needs to be boring and stuffy, and I think if we can make it a little bit fun, we're going to have an easier time getting people out’: Coun. Alton Toth
How lightning — not arson — sparked Canada's most destructive wildfire season

How lightning — not arson — sparked Canada's most destructive wildfire season

Lightning-caused wildfires only accounted for 59% of Canada's 6,700 ignitions in 2023, but led to about 90% of the area burned, according to a pre-print study.
B.C. e-bike lithium battery company denies fatal fire liability

B.C. e-bike lithium battery company denies fatal fire liability

"Jets of flaming gas venting from the tops of cells in the e-bike battery turned each into a tiny, unguided metal rocket," the lawsuit said.