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Health Canada approves new drug for treatment of COVID-19

Gilead is working with the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) and Health Canada to provide Veklury for Canadians over the coming weeks.

Jul 28, 2020 2:20 PM Read more >

One life sentence for the man who killed a Vancouver couple

27-year-old Rocky Rambo Wei Nam Kam killed a Marpole couple in their 60s in 2017

Jul 28, 2020 1:11 PM Read more >

Passengers warned about COVID-19 exposure on several more Vancouver flights

The country's two largest airlines stated that they are ending their on-board seat distancing policies starting July 1, raising health concerns amid a pandemic that has devastated the travel industry.

Jul 28, 2020 12:32 PM Read more >

Firefighters assist in suspected drug lab takedown in Burnaby

Although the bust happened in Burnaby, the RCMP said it was part of a Vancouver Police Department investigation

Jul 28, 2020 10:44 AM Read more >

Health Canada recalls several hand sanitizers due to 'health risks'

Possible adverse reactions to the ingredients in these products may include dermatitis, such as skin irritation and cracking; eye irritation; upper respiratory system irritation; and headaches.

Jul 28, 2020 10:37 AM Read more >

Man fatally stabbed in Vancouver's West End

The killing marks Vancouver's ninth homicide of 2020

Jul 28, 2020 9:12 AM Read more >

One person dead in small plane crash east of Vancouver

The single-engine Cessna 170 was carrying two people when it went down

Jul 28, 2020 9:03 AM Read more >

This volunteer-driven society is celebrating 30 years of supporting Vancouverites living with HIV/AIDS

For the last three decades, A Loving Spoonful has provided free meals and nutritional support to people living with HIV/AIDS and co-existing illnesses within Metro Vancouver.

Jul 28, 2020 9:00 AM Read more >

These interactive outdoor adventures will take you on an amazing race around Richmond

Described as “part scavenger hunt, part escape room, part Amazing Race”, Mystery Towns will have you and your team discovering a whole new side of the city – including the excellent Steveston Maritime Mystery.

Jul 28, 2020 8:30 AM Read more >

Vancouver Park Board says yes to alcohol in 22 parks, but bylaw delayed to 2021

Relaxing with a cold one in those parks likely won't happen soon

Jul 28, 2020 8:03 AM Read more >

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