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B.C. officials warn of lightning-caused wildfires expected this week

B.C. officials warn of lightning-caused wildfires expected this week

British Columbia wildfire officials have warned of an uptick in lightning-caused wildfires later this week, heading into the hottest, driest stretch of the summer.
Afghan vet sues rehab centre, B.C. nurse after alleged romantic relationship

Afghan vet sues rehab centre, B.C. nurse after alleged romantic relationship

An Ontario man is alleging a Powell River psychiatric nurse displayed "flirtatious mannerisms," which eventually resulted in a sexual relationship.
Gibsons councillor requests being kept 'in the loop' on mayor’s advocacy efforts

Gibsons councillor requests being kept 'in the loop' on mayor’s advocacy efforts

Discussions on keeping council members 'in the loop' on Mayor Silas White’s advocacy activities were committed to during the July 4 regular council meeting.
Climate action tax credit to land in B.C. bank accounts this week

Climate action tax credit to land in B.C. bank accounts this week

Millions of B.C. residents will receive an 'enhanced' climate tax credit in their bank accounts this week, according to the province.
Water access from Church Road to come 'soon': SCRD

Water access from Church Road to come 'soon': SCRD

The SCRD received 'Leave to Commence' from the Ministry of Forests to begin operating the Church Road well and a final water licence on June 30.
Watchdog unveils guidelines to support mortgage-holders under financial stress

Watchdog unveils guidelines to support mortgage-holders under financial stress

Canada's financial consumer watchdog is warning lenders not to take advantage of mortgage holders who are facing severe financial stress as interest rates and the cost of living rise.
Rob Shaw: Count on more of the same Canada Day weekend shambles on BC Ferries

Rob Shaw: Count on more of the same Canada Day weekend shambles on BC Ferries

The new CEO is up for the task, but it will take time.
Canadians eligible for GST credit expected to receive 'grocery rebate' today

Canadians eligible for GST credit expected to receive 'grocery rebate' today

Around 11 million Canadians will receive the rebate, says the CRA.
Opinion: If companies want to stop quiet quitting they need to take burnout seriously

Opinion: If companies want to stop quiet quitting they need to take burnout seriously

Many Canadians are still feeling burned out at work. Companies can help by being more accommodating of their workers' needs and addressing some of the root causes of burnout.
Nearly 2,000 Air Canada flights delayed, cancelled over long weekend

Nearly 2,000 Air Canada flights delayed, cancelled over long weekend

MONTREAL — Air Canada delayed or cancelled nearly 2,000 flights over the Canada Day long weekend in a potential taste of more trouble ahead for passengers.