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B.C. homeowner interrupts attempted daylight break-in, gets bear-sprayed

B.C. homeowner interrupts attempted daylight break-in, gets bear-sprayed

Police are investigating "several leads in relation to this incident."
Warnings expand as heat wave settles over B.C., with weekend temperatures set to rise

Warnings expand as heat wave settles over B.C., with weekend temperatures set to rise

VANCOUVER — A heat wave has settled over much of British Columbia with Environment Canada issuing warnings in more than two dozen regions about soaring temperatures that could reach into the 40s and continue next week.
Opinion: Churches don't pay taxes. Should they?

Opinion: Churches don't pay taxes. Should they?

Critics argue that church tax exemptions represent millions in lost government revenue. However, others say that churches can and should use their funds to support local communities.
BC United lags in fundraising in lead-up to fall B.C. election

BC United lags in fundraising in lead-up to fall B.C. election

B.C.'s official opposition party has fallen to third place in recent quarterly fundraising
Pro-Palestinian protesters vow to fight on, as numbers dwindle at UBC encampment

Pro-Palestinian protesters vow to fight on, as numbers dwindle at UBC encampment

VANCOUVER — When the pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver started in late April, the scene resembled a festival.
How hot will it get this weekend in B.C.?

How hot will it get this weekend in B.C.?

Two locations in B.C. are forecast 'to flirt' with 40 C amid the region's first prolonged heat wave of 2024.
Vancouver mayor says 'iconic' Kitsilano Pool will reopen this summer

Vancouver mayor says 'iconic' Kitsilano Pool will reopen this summer

"It's literally the most iconic pool on the planet. There's nothing like it," said Sim.
Traffic can be tough in Port Coquitlam. The city's got a plan

Traffic can be tough in Port Coquitlam. The city's got a plan

Port Coquitlam's council of committee OK'd revisions this week to the draft Master Transportation Plan following nearly three years of consultation.
Police rescue stranded swimmers from Harrison Lake

Police rescue stranded swimmers from Harrison Lake

Police were on the lake for a training exercise when the swimmers started struggling.
Canucks Prospects: No one wants to fight Vilmer Alriksson anymore

Canucks Prospects: No one wants to fight Vilmer Alriksson anymore

With his combination of size, skating, and skill, Vilmer Alriksson is one of the most intriguing players in the Canucks' prospect pool.