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Seismograph/Shutterstock Three relatively strong earthquakes were recorded Sunday night in the Pacific Ocean off Vancouver Island. The U.S. Geological Survey reported a 6.6 magnitude quake about 260 kilometres west of Tofino, followed by a 6.

Apartment rental vacancies may still be tight, but for those looking to rent a high-end house in a desirable neighbourhood, now might be your chance for a relative steal.

Justice/Shutterstock A local man is suing Burnaby Hospital, B.C. Emergency Health services, a paramedic and a nurse for a total of nearly $42 million for an emergency room incident in July 2017. Burnaby’s Dr.

His Highness the Aga Khan (left) with UBC president and vice-chancellor Santa Ono at a joint ceremony in Vancouver Friday where UBC and SFU each awarded him with an honorary doctorate of law degree.

On the heels of his narrow victory in Vancouver's dramatic mayoral race, observers say Kennedy Stewart's biggest challenge will be leading a council fractured across party lines as he tries to deliver on platform promises like increasing housing supply.

In the closest mayoral race the island’s ever seen, decided by a matter of two votes, Bowen has elected Gary Ander as mayor.

Telus CEO and president Darren Entwistle | submitted Telus Corp. is donating $120 million to launch a foundation that helps vulnerable youth.

Cucumbers. Photo Shutterstock The Public Health Agency of Canada says an investigation is underway into an outbreak of salmonella infections involving five provinces, mostly in western Canada.

Malcolm Brodie Mayor Malcolm Brodie gives speech on election night. Photo: Kate Gardiner/Richmond News Incumbent Malcolm Brodie is poised to become Richmond’s longest-serving mayor after winning a seventh term Saturday night.

greasy Burnaby mayor-elect Mike Hurley speaks to his supporters Saturday night. Photograph By KELVIN GAWLEY For the first time since 1987, Derek Corrigan will not be a member of Burnaby City Council.