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Obituary: Ernest 'Bruce' Wallis

Obituary: Ernest 'Bruce' Wallis

'Truly a "one of a kind" Bruce will be missed by all that loved him. Although his sense of humour and stories will long be remembered.'
B.C. expanding areas where open drug use is banned

B.C. expanding areas where open drug use is banned

No use of street drugs will be allowed within six metres of building entrances and bus stops, as well as anywhere where children congregate
How ramping up drug testing could save lives

How ramping up drug testing could save lives

"Drug users need to be able to drop in somewhere to test their drugs any time, not have to plan for a week in advance," says Dana Larsen.
Crown seeks six-month jail term for Hastings racetrack corruption

Crown seeks six-month jail term for Hastings racetrack corruption

Darren Scott Young is a scapegoat for the racetrack and BC Gaming Policy Enforcement Branch problems preceding his arrival, lawyer says.
YVR passenger volumes approach pre-pandemic levels

YVR passenger volumes approach pre-pandemic levels

The number of passengers at Vancouver International Airport dropped by about 90 per cent during COVID-19.
B.C. sets out law to restrict use of illicit drugs in many public places

B.C. sets out law to restrict use of illicit drugs in many public places

VICTORIA — The British Columbia government says it will tighten rules around the use of illicit drugs in public places following criticism that consuming fentanyl in community parks could face fewer restrictions than smoking a cigarette.
Two duplexes proposed for Gibsons Way defeated

Two duplexes proposed for Gibsons Way defeated

Council voted four to one to decline first reading of an application for 565 Gibsons Way
New B.C. public drug use restrictions will endanger lives, says advocacy group

New B.C. public drug use restrictions will endanger lives, says advocacy group

New provincial law on public drug use runs contrary to goals of decriminalization in many ways, says the Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users.
Meet Rosella M. Leslie: Author and dementia care advocate coming to Sea to Sky libraries

Meet Rosella M. Leslie: Author and dementia care advocate coming to Sea to Sky libraries

Explore the emotional rollercoaster of caregiving in Leslie's new book. Join her at upcoming library events as she shares her wisdom, offering solace and guidance to those on a similar journey.
B.C. climate tax credit set to increase this week

B.C. climate tax credit set to increase this week

Over two million British Columbians are expected to receive the climate action tax credit. Here's how much money you will receive.