B.C. to increase support for involuntary care workers
The province is proposing to amend the Mental Health Act to provide more legal support to health-care workers in involuntary care. According to B.C. Premier David Eby, his government is looking to update language regarding the workers’ legal protection, which...
Yop drinkable yogurts recalled over potential plastic contamination
Yoplait’s Yop drinkable yogurts werre recalled because of possible plastic contamination on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025. Photo by Canadian Food Inspection Agency Article content Yop drinkable yogurts have been recalled across Canada because of the “possible presence of pieces of...
B.C. gov’t to share update on involuntary care
B.C. government officials are set to make an announcement on involuntary care Monday. Premier David Eby and provincial Health Minister Josie Osborne are expected to address media in Victoria at noon, with an update about “strengthening access to care.” CLICK...
‘The worst is behind us’: Canada’s economy is defying some of the grim forecasts about...
Breadcrumb Trail Links ‘The worst is behind us’: Canada’s economy is defying some of the grim forecasts about Trump’s tariffs The hardest hit areas have proven to be concentrated in Ontario and parts of New Brunswick, reflecting their reliance on...
Snowfall warning issued for southeastern B.C. as weekend rain hits south coast
Southeastern British Columbia is set for a blast of wintry weather with as much as 20 centimetres of snowfall expected today. Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for the Elk Valley region along the Alberta boundary, covering the area...
Canadian actor Spencer Lofranco dies in B.C. at age 33
Breadcrumb Trail Links Canadian actor Spencer Lofranco dies in B.C. at age 33 Lofranco was known for starring in the movie Gotti, with John Travolta, and Jamesy Boy, a film about a young gang member. Author of the article: By...
Two bears captured as search for three bears involved in Bella Coola field trip attack...
Conservation officers captured two grizzly bears on Monday but have not confirmed whether they were involved in the attack on a school group in Bella Coola last week. Officers urge caution as they continue the investigation and search for a...
Deadly deer disease may have spread in B.C.
A possible case of chronic wasting disease has been detected in a deer that was killed by a hunter in the Okanagan, the province said Monday. The B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship said initial testing by a...
B.C. money launderer sentenced to 18 months in jail
A Richmond woman has been sentenced to 18 months for money laundering after a lengthy investigation by B.C.’s anti-gang unit. The Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit announced that Alexandra Joie Chow, 37, had been handed the sentenced in Richmond provincial...
Saskatchewan firm’s plan to export through Washington state instead of B.C. has David Eby fuming
VICTORIA — Premier David Eby expressed dismay on Monday that Saskatchewan-based Nutrien Ltd. has chosen Washington state over B.C. for a $1 billion potash export terminal. “I was really disappointed,” the premier told reporters when asked about Nutrien’s decision to...
