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Fatal plane crash near Tofino, B.C., raises possible issues

RICHMOND, B.C. — An investigation into a fatal plane crash north of Tofino, B.C., last December has raised potential safety issues for other pilots.

Jun 30, 2020 11:53 AM Read more >

COVID-19 devastating B.C. fruit growers, threatens food security: association

KELOWNA, B.C. — The B.C. Fruit Growers Association says the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on its industry has been devastating.

Jun 30, 2020 10:10 AM Read more >

Surgeries happening at normal pace again in B.C.

For the past three weeks, between 6,100 and 6,500 surgeries per week have been performed.

Jun 30, 2020 9:42 AM Read more >

You can save countless Canadian lives by becoming a blood donor. Here’s how.

Canadian Blood Services is calling on all potential blood and plasma donors to fill every available appointment this summer.

Jun 30, 2020 9:00 AM Read more >

BC Ferries passengers stranded several hours overnight due to vessel mechanical failure

Passengers bound for Metro Vancouver were stranded six hours after departing Nanaimo Sunday night

Jun 30, 2020 8:50 AM Read more >

These are B.C.'s most loved brands of 2020

How do our B.C. brands rank this year?

Jun 30, 2020 8:30 AM Read more >

Dog fatally attacks man visiting home in Kamloops

A dog attack has resulted in the death of one person at a Kamloops residence

Jun 30, 2020 7:33 AM Read more >

B.C. introduces temporary outdoor job program for youth up to age 29

VICTORIA — The British Columbia government has launched a program aimed at creating work for 15-to-29-year-old youth in community service while their job prospects are dramatically affected by COVID-19.

Jun 29, 2020 4:51 PM Read more >

No new COVID deaths over the weekend in B.C.: Dr. Bonnie Henry

Health officer warns businesses may be legally liable if customers or employers become infected

Jun 29, 2020 3:35 PM Read more >

Man dead, woman in hospital after carbon monoxide poisoning at Sunshine Coast cabin

The Lower Mainland couple had told occupants of neighbouring cabins they had been feeling ill

Jun 29, 2020 2:07 PM Read more >