Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs asks government to pause two treaties to resolve dispute
B.C.’s Indigenous Relations minister says two First Nations nearing the end of their treaty process have developed “accommodation packages” with some neighbouring nations, but there’s still more work to do. The Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs is calling on...
Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs asks government to pause two treaties to resolve dispute
B.C.’s Indigenous Relations minister says two First Nations nearing the end of their treaty process have developed “accommodation packages” with some neighbouring nations, but there’s still more work to do. The Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs is calling on...
Property Watch: Ocean-view Bowen Island home’s expansive decks are perfect for year-round outdoor entertaining
Breadcrumb Trail Links Property Watch: Ocean-view Bowen Island home’s expansive decks are perfect for year-round outdoor entertaining This four bedroom, 5,349-square-feet residence is located in quiet Queen Charlotte Heights subdivision. Find out more. Author of the article: By Robin Roberts...
Pedestrian struck by car and killed in Maple Ridge
Breadcrumb Trail Links Pedestrian struck by car and killed in Maple Ridge Police say a man was struck by a car while trying to corral his dogs on the road. Author of the article: By Tiffany Crawford Published Apr 23,...
Two wildfires burning out of control in B.C., wildfire service says
Breadcrumb Trail Links Two wildfires burning out of control in B.C., wildfire service says Fire officials say as of Wednesday evening there were a total of 15 wildfires burning in B.C. Author of the article: By Tiffany Crawford Published Apr...
VCC suspending first-year nursing program is ‘very short-sighted,’ says nurses’ union head
Vancouver Community College (VCC) has suspended it intake for its Bachelor of Science in Nursing program for one year, meaning no new students will be admitted until 2027. VCC says the decision was a financial one. “The College is adjusting...
More charges approved in internet child exploitation investigation in Surrey
In January 2025, Surrey Police Service Internet Child Exploitation (SPS ICE) officers started investigating a suspect who was allegedly in possession of child sexual abuse and exploitation material. The initial complaint came from the National Centre for Missing and Exploited...
Battered Women’s Support Services is helping women access safe housing
It’s ‘Prevention of Violence Against Women Week’ in B.C., and as communities look for ways to prevent these violent incidents occurring, Battered Women’s Support Services is helping women access safe housing. Zahra Hashemi, coordinator of Synchronicity, is getting ready to...
Athlete of the Week: High stakes and big dreams on the links
This week, 1130 NewsRadio’s Marcus Fitzgerald spoke with Constanza Ordaz-Romero, as the 12 year old from Burnaby gets set to compete in the U.S. Kids Golf World Championship this summer. Constanza Ordaz-Romero Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives of Vancouver’s...
90-year-old marathoner runs for cancer research
At 90 years old, Prof. Yul Kwon is not slowing down. Following a long career in academia, Kwon picked up running 30 years ago after encouragement from his daughter. “She urged me over the phone a few times,” he said....
