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Tourism Whistler is predicting a slight downturn in international visitors this winter

Tourism Whistler is predicting a slight downturn in international visitors this winter

Tourism Whistler (TW) is predicting a "slight decline" in room-night bookings to the resort this winter due in part to a softening global economy that is impacting a handful of key international markets.
VPD, RCMP seize massive amount of drugs in Vancouver

VPD, RCMP seize massive amount of drugs in Vancouver

A massive amount of illegal drugs, police believe were destined for Chilliwack, have been seized during a search warrant in Vancouver as part of a larger drug trafficking investigation.
Granny and scooter driver get into road rage scuffle in B.C. (VIDEO)

Granny and scooter driver get into road rage scuffle in B.C. (VIDEO)

The incident involves an elderly female driver in a VW Beetle and an older scooter rider – and the whole thing was caught on dash-cam video in Kelowna.
Hip hop billionaire Jay-Z is investing in a B.C. company

Hip hop billionaire Jay-Z is investing in a B.C. company

Hip hop billionaire Jay-Z is investing in a Kelowna company called Pela, the maker of the world's first compostable phone case.
How to have a perfect fall day in Vancouver (even if you're broke)

How to have a perfect fall day in Vancouver (even if you're broke)

While Vancouver is beautiful during the summer, there's nothing quite like the magic of a crisp fall day in the city. We've put together a list of some great ways to enjoy a day in Vancouver this fall on the cheap.
Vancouver Halloween Parade: All the road closures in effect this Sunday

Vancouver Halloween Parade: All the road closures in effect this Sunday

On Sunday, Oct. 13, the parade will start at 11 a.m., but the road closures will be in effect at 8:30 a.m and will likely run until 1 p.m.
Ismaili community helps non-profit build homes in Richmond

Ismaili community helps non-profit build homes in Richmond

The Ismaili community in Richmond dedicates one weekend a year to volunteer in the community - this year about 200 people helped on a non-profit construction site and to clean up the watercourse at Minoru Park.
Drivers beware: This is the deadliest long weekend on B.C. roads

Drivers beware: This is the deadliest long weekend on B.C. roads

Drivers are urged to be prepared if they plan to head out onto B.C.'s roads and highways this Thanksgiving long weekend.
Vancouver teacher fired for showing students images of graphic violence

Vancouver teacher fired for showing students images of graphic violence

A Vancouver teacher fired for showing elementary students “graphic images of violence, persecution and torture” committed professional misconduct, says new report.
TransLink to install new escalator at popular Canada Line Station next week

TransLink to install new escalator at popular Canada Line Station next week

TransLink has announced that it will be installing a new escalator at Waterfront Station as well as a SkyTrain Assistance Counter at Commerical-Broadway.