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Tax reporting law faces opposition from B.C. lawyers

Tax reporting law faces opposition from B.C. lawyers

The Law Society of BC is part of a pending constitutional challenge against amendments to the Income Tax Act; lawyers charge that new reporting requirements infringe on charter rights of solicitor-client privilege.
B.C. mom ordered to return Gucci the chihuahua to daughter

B.C. mom ordered to return Gucci the chihuahua to daughter

A mother and daughter disagreed on who owned Gucci, and took the dispute to the Civil Resolution Tribunal.
Ultimate 'Twilight' cosplay: Rent Edward Cullen's home for $20K

Ultimate 'Twilight' cosplay: Rent Edward Cullen's home for $20K

Designed by famed architect Arthur Erickson, the West Vancouver property has been racking up views on TikTok.
VCH issues drug alert for Sechelt

VCH issues drug alert for Sechelt

Dark orange pebbles from Sechelt tested positive for fentanyl, xylazine and benzos
‘Tis the season of giving: Blackfish Pub hosts its Toy Drive on Dec. 13

‘Tis the season of giving: Blackfish Pub hosts its Toy Drive on Dec. 13

The donations will go toward the Sunshine Coast Secret Santa Group’s mission to help families in need
Why B.C.’s new building codes are raising concerns over housing costs

Why B.C.’s new building codes are raising concerns over housing costs

Uncertainty over permit delays, inflation and labour shortages among stakeholders’ top concerns.
Sunshine Coast Elves Club raises new record of $39,315

Sunshine Coast Elves Club raises new record of $39,315

The annual Crash the Coast fundraiser benefits Coasters in need 
Health Canada authorizes updated Novavax COVID-19 vaccine targeting XBB variant

Health Canada authorizes updated Novavax COVID-19 vaccine targeting XBB variant

OTTAWA — Health Canada authorized Novavax's updated COVID-19 vaccine targeting the XBB.1.5 variant on Tuesday.
Child care in B.C. more difficult to find, new data shows

Child care in B.C. more difficult to find, new data shows

Statistics Canada finds child care enrolment remains below pre-pandemic level, although it has risen since 2022 and 2021; meanwhile, costs, on average, have declined as more subsidies come into effect.
Sechelt Hospital ER renos mean changes to drop-off and parking

Sechelt Hospital ER renos mean changes to drop-off and parking

Renovations to the Sechelt Hospital's emergency department to improve patient and staff safety and privacy, and meet the community's growing need, says VCH.