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COVID-19 pandemic fears spawn 'hygiene theatre'

COVID-19 pandemic fears spawn 'hygiene theatre'

Cleaning surfaces offers sense of security but little virus transmission prevention: experts
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COVID-19 second-dose vaccine wait times may drop with more supply, says Dr. Henry

COVID-19 second-dose vaccine wait times may drop with more supply, says Dr. Henry

VICTORIA — British Columbia health officials say shorter wait times between first and second COVID-19 vaccine shots for people are expected with the arrival of more than one million doses in May. Provincial health officer Dr.
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Watchdog investigates death of woman in Vancouver police custody

Watchdog investigates death of woman in Vancouver police custody

SURREY, B.C. — British Columbia's police watchdog has been called in to investigate the death of a woman who was in the custody of Vancouver police.
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COVID-19 vaccine intervals may soon be reduced as B.C. enters 'warp speed'

COVID-19 vaccine intervals may soon be reduced as B.C. enters 'warp speed'

Province due to accept 275,000 doses from Pfizer this week
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Squamish resident wins $75,000 in lotto

Squamish resident wins $75,000 in lotto

Catherine Webster bought her winning ticket at the Sea to Sky Town Pantry on Garibaldi Way.
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B.C. police services director skirted standard procedure in appointing Hells Angels-connected board member

B.C. police services director skirted standard procedure in appointing Hells Angels-connected board member

Appointment of Semiahmoo First Nation Chief to Surrey Police Board highlights a process rushed for political expediency, critics charge.
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Two B.C. student-aid websites shut down after possible hacking: ministry

Two B.C. student-aid websites shut down after possible hacking: ministry

VICTORIA — The Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training says it has temporarily shut down two British Columbia websites after both appear to have been compromised.
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Suicidal thoughts remain high among Canadians during pandemic

Suicidal thoughts remain high among Canadians during pandemic

41% of those surveyed report their mental health has declined in past year.
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Fireworks festival cancelled in Vancouver for second year due to COVID-19 pandemic

Fireworks festival cancelled in Vancouver for second year due to COVID-19 pandemic

VANCOUVER — One of the largest and most popular summer celebrations in Vancouver has been cancelled for the second year in a row.
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Police hunt for motive after identifying corrections officer as fatal shooting victim

Police hunt for motive after identifying corrections officer as fatal shooting victim

DELTA, B.C. — A provincial corrections officer has been identified as the victim of a fatal shooting in Delta, B.C.
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