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Surf smelts spawning again in Lime Bay, after restoration project

Surf smelts spawning again in Lime Bay, after restoration project

Four surf smelt eggs have been found in Victoria Harbour’s Lime Bay, where habitat was recently restored to lure the silvery fish back. It’s not many, but it was enough for biologists to celebrate.
Police working to identify person found dead in fire at restaurant in Kamloops, B.C.

Police working to identify person found dead in fire at restaurant in Kamloops, B.C.

KAMLOOPS, B.C. — One person is dead after a fire at a restaurant in Kamloops, B.C. RCMP say an officer patrolling the area Saturday morning noticed smoke and fire coming from the rear of the eatery, which was closed at the time.
B.C. NDP reiterates rejection of 2030 Olympics bid despite pleas from First Nations, organizers

B.C. NDP reiterates rejection of 2030 Olympics bid despite pleas from First Nations, organizers

Officials from the Canadian Olympic Committee and four host First Nations weren’t willing to admit Friday that their bid for the 2030 Winter Olympics was over, despite the NDP government’s refusal to underwrite another Olympics.
UPDATED: Suspect in Pelosi attack from qathet region

UPDATED: Suspect in Pelosi attack from qathet region

David DePape is accused of attacking the husband of U.S. house speaker Nancy Pelosi.
Latest proposal offered hints why the Vancouver 2030 Olympic bid failed

Latest proposal offered hints why the Vancouver 2030 Olympic bid failed

The Winter Olympics aren’t returning to British Columbia in 2030 after the NDP government announced Thursday it would not back another multibillion-dollar mega-event, even with many venues left over from Vancouver 2010.
Red tape remains major concern for Surrey businesses, poll finds

Red tape remains major concern for Surrey businesses, poll finds

Red tape continues to plague Surrey businesses as a major concern – with more than three-quarters of respondents of a recent poll saying their costs linked with compliance have risen in the last two years.
New storm approaches B.C., as province cleans up after first powerful fall tempest

New storm approaches B.C., as province cleans up after first powerful fall tempest

VANCOUVER — BC Hydro says electricity has been restored to most of its more than 100,000 customers blacked out during the first powerful storm of British Columbia's late-arriving fall, but forecasters warn more foul weather is on the way.
A list of starred Vancouver restaurants in the Michelin Guide's 2nd Canadian edition

A list of starred Vancouver restaurants in the Michelin Guide's 2nd Canadian edition

VANCOUVER — The Michelin Guide has deemed eight Vancouver restaurants each worthy of a coveted culinary star. The second Canadian edition of the gastronomic ode to fine dining was announced Thursday at an evening gala.
Michelin Guide lands in Vancouver with eight stars for eight eateries

Michelin Guide lands in Vancouver with eight stars for eight eateries

VANCOUVER — The Michelin Guide has deemed eight Vancouver restaurants each worthy of one of its prestigious culinary stars.
'They denied us that journey' says Tsleil-Waututh Chief as province rejects Indigenous-led Olympic bid

'They denied us that journey' says Tsleil-Waututh Chief as province rejects Indigenous-led Olympic bid

Four host Nations have been heading planning efforts since last year. Leaders say they weren't consulted about the decision to pull support for the 2030 Games in Vancouver