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Skin lesions on endangered killer whales are getting worse, study says

Skin lesions on endangered killer whales are getting worse, study says

Southern resident killer whales are increasingly suffering from skin diseases that leave large blotches on their distinctive black-and-white colouration, new research says.
Delayed divorce leads to B.C. lawyer suspension

Delayed divorce leads to B.C. lawyer suspension

Abbotsford lawyer who left client "in the dark" about their divorce proceeding has to pack up his shop for two months.
Angst in America as Canada launches new plan to poach foreign tech workers

Angst in America as Canada launches new plan to poach foreign tech workers

Canada's plan needs a clear and predictable pathway for foreign tech workers to obtain permanent residency, say experts.
Survey: Indigenous youth continue facing discrimination at school and work

Survey: Indigenous youth continue facing discrimination at school and work

Many students surveyed said they felt they didn’t belong at colleges and universities.
A last-minute Canada Day check list for the Tri-Cities

A last-minute Canada Day check list for the Tri-Cities

Here’s a list of road closures, performers and activities for July 1 festivities in the Tri-Cities.
Arnaud Bussieres out as CEO at online-eyewear seller Clearly

Arnaud Bussieres out as CEO at online-eyewear seller Clearly

Company that last year had more than 200 Metro Vancouver employees has yet to announce successor
Should Port Moody encourage developers to move and repurpose homes, rather than demolish them?

Should Port Moody encourage developers to move and repurpose homes, rather than demolish them?

An industry veteran says about 2,800 single family homes are demolished in Metro Vancouver every year
Union for SkyTrain workers reaches tentative five-year deal with BC Rapid Transit

Union for SkyTrain workers reaches tentative five-year deal with BC Rapid Transit

The union for more than 1,000 employees of Metro Vancouver's SkyTrain service says it has reached a tentative five-year deal with the BC Rapid Transit Co.
Chinese Canadian Museum set to open on 100th anniversary of Exclusion Act

Chinese Canadian Museum set to open on 100th anniversary of Exclusion Act

Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim: "The Chinese Canadian Museum will serve as a testament to the endurance, the triumphs, and the immeasurable contributions of Chinese Canadians to our city and our country."
ISS looks for new Coquitlam hub to help immigrants, refugees settle in Canada

ISS looks for new Coquitlam hub to help immigrants, refugees settle in Canada

ISS is reaching out to Coquitlam council to help find space for a new settlement services office in the City Centre neighbourhood.