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RCMP arrest alleged thief after owner tracks stolen truck with GPS

RCMP arrest alleged thief after owner tracks stolen truck with GPS

File photo A tech-savvy business owner helped Burnaby Mounties nab an alleged truck thief earlier this month. On June 1, Burnaby RCMP got a report of a stolen work vehicle.
B.C. child rep has 'grave concerns' about contract homes for foster kids

B.C. child rep has 'grave concerns' about contract homes for foster kids

B.C. Children’s Representative Bernard Richard speaks to media from the Grand Pacific Hotel in Victoria, B.C., on Wednesday, October 4, 2017.
Introducing the Awesome Grand Prix 2018

Introducing the Awesome Grand Prix 2018

V.I.A. is partnering with Bicicletta to bring you a new, family-friendly event to check out.
Controversy sparked over chinook salmon closures

Controversy sparked over chinook salmon closures

Chinook salmon caught off Vancouver Island. V.I.A. file photo A recent Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) decision to close some B.C.
B.C. aims to recycle difficult plastic: six-pack rings, chip bags, crinkly wraps

B.C. aims to recycle difficult plastic: six-pack rings, chip bags, crinkly wraps

A volunteer collects a plastic bottle during trash collection at the Kolovrechtis wetland near Halkida, Evia island, Greece, Feb.3, 2018.
New bike parkade now open at King Edward Station

New bike parkade now open at King Edward Station

Photo Pexels Commuters taking the SkyTrain can now store their bike at King Edward Canada Line station.
Treasure hunt company seeks compensation from insurers after mysterious theft of golden eagle statue

Treasure hunt company seeks compensation from insurers after mysterious theft of golden eagle statue

Stolen golden eagle Forgotten Treasures International Inc. is suing Lloyd’s Underwriters and other insurance companies for denying a claim after thieves allegedly made off with a golden eagle statue encrusted with hundreds of diamonds worth $930,000.
Investigation continues after body found near Wreck Beach in Vancouver

Investigation continues after body found near Wreck Beach in Vancouver

Officials are investigating after a body was pulled from the waters off Wreck Beach yesterday. On June 11, University RCMP responded to a report of a body found near Wreck Beach at Pacific Spirit Regional Park.
B.C. tech firm denies lying to committee probing Facebook data scandal

B.C. tech firm denies lying to committee probing Facebook data scandal

Guests are welcomed by people in Facebook shirts as they arrive at the Facebook Canadian Summit in Toronto on Wednesday, March 28, 2018.
West Vancouver roadside vendor marks 25 fruitful years

West Vancouver roadside vendor marks 25 fruitful years

For a quarter century, Brian Latta has sold local fruits and veggies from the side of the road, four months a year. Let’s agree: some of the greatest treats that summer has to offer are in-season local fruits and vegetables.
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