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7 things you should know about the latest IPCC climate report

7 things you should know about the latest IPCC climate report

Of all the lessons from the IPCC's latest climate report, perhaps the most startling comes down to how much time is left to reduce emissions. By the time the next report is out, it will already be too late.
Chinese agent targeted Canadian scientist in bacteria-smuggling plot: RCMP documents

Chinese agent targeted Canadian scientist in bacteria-smuggling plot: RCMP documents

Espionage revealed as Winnipeg-Wuhan, COVID-origin debate continues.
Housing top priority for British Columbians ahead of potential snap election: poll

Housing top priority for British Columbians ahead of potential snap election: poll

Economy and health care remain pressing issues for B.C., says new poll.
8 B.C. First Nations sign 'landmark' deal to take back fishing rights

8 B.C. First Nations sign 'landmark' deal to take back fishing rights

The plan will see Ottawa finance the transfer of existing fishing licences and quotas into Indigenous hands, purchase gear and vessels, and build up local fleets and infrastructure. Could it offer a starting point to save B.C. salmon?
Evidence Indigenous burning works is growing. Could Australia offer a model for B.C.?

Evidence Indigenous burning works is growing. Could Australia offer a model for B.C.?

A UBC researcher looking into traditional Indigenous burning practices has found setting fire to the land in the right way and at the right time can ramp up biodiversity. Could Australia offer a lesson on how to fight fire with fire?
Ranchers race against raging wildfire to save cows, land

Ranchers race against raging wildfire to save cows, land

Three massive fires are burning around a third-generation ranch, threatening not only their land but also their cattle.
BC Ferries aims to recruit more than 100 employees amid staff shortages

BC Ferries aims to recruit more than 100 employees amid staff shortages

Vancouver Island is seeing an increase in tourists as many British Columbians head there to escape the wildfire smoke.
Safety alert: Health Canada recalls dehumidifiers due to 'fire hazard'

Safety alert: Health Canada recalls dehumidifiers due to 'fire hazard'

Consumers are advised to immediately stop using the affected product and ask the manufacturer for a refund.
In B.C.'s biggest river, 85% of the salmon habitat has been lost

In B.C.'s biggest river, 85% of the salmon habitat has been lost

A new study has found only 15 per cent of salmon's historical habitat remains on B.C.'s Lower Fraser River, Canada's biggest salmon-bearing stream. Could removing over 1,000 barriers bring them back?
'Unusual outbreaks' of kennel cough spark warning from BC SPCA

'Unusual outbreaks' of kennel cough spark warning from BC SPCA

The outbreak isn't being caused by any of the usual suspects.