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Early ban on open burning across northeastern B.C., starting March 28

Early ban on open burning across northeastern B.C., starting March 28

PRINCE GEORGE, B.C. — Open burning will be banned across much of northern British Columbia starting next week after officials warned dry conditions could mean early wildfire activity this spring.
B.C. funds studies aimed at net-zero airports, sustainable fuel options

B.C. funds studies aimed at net-zero airports, sustainable fuel options

RICHMOND, B.C. — A new study will collect carbon emissions data from British Columbia's regional airports with the goal of getting all airports in the province to net-zero by 2030.
B.C. unveils flood strategy, adds $39 million in funding for flood mitigation

B.C. unveils flood strategy, adds $39 million in funding for flood mitigation

VANCOUVER — Catastrophic flooding in British Columbia that caused billions in damages to infrastructure, property and homes has resulted in a new comprehensive flood strategy to help communities reduce risk and respond to extreme events.
Quesnel looking to address harm caused by Mayor's wife denying Residential School history

Quesnel looking to address harm caused by Mayor's wife denying Residential School history

The City of Quesnel is seeking to set up a meeting with the Lhtako Dene Nation, following the discovery that the Mayor's wife, Pat Morton, had been distributing copies of a book which severely downplays the history and harms of residential schools in Canada.
Company behind CRD biosolids sued in U.S. over health issues, animal deaths

Company behind CRD biosolids sued in U.S. over health issues, animal deaths

Synagro Technologies is a majority owner in the residual treatment facility at Hartland.
Complaint against VicPD to be handled by investigators from Surrey, Delta

Complaint against VicPD to be handled by investigators from Surrey, Delta

The Delta and Surrey police departments have confirmed they will conduct a review following a complaint brought by former board member Paul Schachter.
Police shooting of armed man was justified, says oversight agency

Police shooting of armed man was justified, says oversight agency

Police had no way of knowing the handgun the man was brandishing as he walked toward them wasn’t loaded, the Independent Investigations Office said in its decision.
Police investigate violent play in B.C. youth hockey game

Police investigate violent play in B.C. youth hockey game

The incident involved a player being injured and sent to hospital for observation as a result of a high stick to the back of his head.
Former police board member claims Victoria police face 'crisis of integrity'

Former police board member claims Victoria police face 'crisis of integrity'

VICTORIA — A former member of the Victoria and Esquimalt Police Board says a complaint he filed against the Victoria Police Department is about shoring up public trust between the community and the police.
B.C. to add 500 public electric vehicle charging stations to fill gaps in network

B.C. to add 500 public electric vehicle charging stations to fill gaps in network

VANCOUVER — Drivers of electric vehicles in British Columbia can expect another 500 public charging stations to come online, adding to more than 5,000 available across the province.