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What happened: Statistics Canada reveals the province lost 8,300 jobs in August Why it matters: It’s the third straight month of job losses for B.C. B.C. no longer holds the bragging rights to being home to Canada’s lowest unemployment rate.

Yogawear giant generated US$883.4 million in sales — up 22 per cent from same quarter a year ago

Alan Schmegelsky, the father of one of the two Port Alberni teenagers linked to the killings of three people in northern B.C., has been allowed to watch a video described as his son’s last will and testament. He watched a 30-second clip on Thursday.

With the unrest in Hong Kong, some in Richmond are wondering if there will be another wave of Hong Kong immigrants moving into the city.

Now hiring for its new fulfillment centre at the Tsawwassen First Nation, Amazon is taking a page from neighbouring Tsawwassen Mills and offering prospective employees a shuttle service from Surrey.

Mother asks judge to overturn school district's rejection

More than 60 water connections have been stolen in six months

The Federal Government has announced a $75-million national strategy to combat human trafficking.

Ministry advises alternate driving routes between West Vancouver and Whistler

While Vancouverites will enjoy another day of sunshine on Friday, Sept. 6, the Metro Vancouver weather forecast calls for a chance of rain this weekend. Environment Canada calls for sunshine and a high of 23 C and 29 C inland on Thursday.