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Opinion: The illusion and implications of 'just following the science' COVID-19 messaging

Opinion: The illusion and implications of 'just following the science' COVID-19 messaging

During the pandemic, it was common for politicians to explain their COVID-19 policies by saying they were 'just following the science.' Such claims can be misleading about both science and government.
Research groups sound alarm after reports of three whales struck by ships off B.C.

Research groups sound alarm after reports of three whales struck by ships off B.C.

Shipping traffic and humpback whale populations are both on the rise — often in the same areas — escalating the risk of vessel strikes to humpbacks.
Coquitlam casino night aims to raise $10K for kids with serious medical conditions

Coquitlam casino night aims to raise $10K for kids with serious medical conditions

Coquitlam realtor and event organizer Sandra Parsons says this year's fundraiser has extra personal meaning.
How climate change drives hotter, more frequent heat waves

How climate change drives hotter, more frequent heat waves

Heat waves around the world are happening more frequently and reaching higher temperatures because of climate change.
Letter: How Port Moody's hospital changed my view on our health-care system

Letter: How Port Moody's hospital changed my view on our health-care system

Don't believe all the "horror stories," one writer encourages while describing a recent experience at Eagle Ridge Hospital.
Alberta teen dead after two jet skis collide on B.C. lake

Alberta teen dead after two jet skis collide on B.C. lake

A 14-year-old girl died from her injuries.
BBB: Seven ways you can save water this summer

BBB: Seven ways you can save water this summer

Go to a car wash instead of washing it at home, the Better Business Bureau advises during the drought.
Opinion: Inflation is down overall, so why are my grocery bills still going up?

Opinion: Inflation is down overall, so why are my grocery bills still going up?

Many Canadians are puzzled by food prices remaining high despite the Bank of Canada's efforts to curb inflation. If interest rate policies aren’t bringing food prices down, then what will?
Old-growth blockaders return to Fairy Creek area; First Nation asks them to leave

Old-growth blockaders return to Fairy Creek area; First Nation asks them to leave

Blockades are an effort to stop forestry company Teal Jones from accessing trees in an area north of Port Renfrew.
Sproat Lake voted best lake in B.C.

Sproat Lake voted best lake in B.C.

Sprawling fresh-water 37 square kilometre lake near Port Alberni was victorious over Shuswap Lake in final round of voting.