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'It's so sad': B.C. gardeners grieve as they take stock of cold snap's toll

'It's so sad': B.C. gardeners grieve as they take stock of cold snap's toll

RICHMOND — If you ask the "King of Succulents" Johnny Tai how his plants are doing, do it gently. The 80-year-old Richmond, B.C.
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In the news today: Six people dead in Ottawa, Israeli real estate controversy

In the news today: Six people dead in Ottawa, Israeli real estate controversy

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today...
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Winning ticket for Lotto 6/49's Gold Ball Jackpot worth $58 million

Winning ticket for Lotto 6/49's Gold Ball Jackpot worth $58 million

Lotto 649's $58 million Gold Ball Jackpot was won last night. The winning number for Wednesday, March 6th, 2024, is 18041531-05.
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MPs to move on AI bill without testimony from Canadian companies: business group

MPs to move on AI bill without testimony from Canadian companies: business group

OTTAWA — The Canadian Chamber of Commerce says it is seriously concerned Canadian businesses weren’t able to testify on proposed federal artificial intelligence legislation.
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Ontario couple, three children killed in Nashville plane crash

Ontario couple, three children killed in Nashville plane crash

An Ontario couple and their three children have been identified as the victims of a deadly plane crash in Nashville.
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Ex-minister Selina Robinson quits B.C. NDP, citing antisemitism in caucus

Ex-minister Selina Robinson quits B.C. NDP, citing antisemitism in caucus

VICTORIA — A former British Columbia cabinet minister quit the New Democrat government Wednesday, citing antisemitism in the party caucus and indifference towards the problem.
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Michael Spavor reaches settlement with federal government over China detention

Michael Spavor reaches settlement with federal government over China detention

OTTAWA — The lawyer for Michael Spavor says his client has reached a settlement with the federal government over his three-year detention in China.
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Canadian Covid Society launches to address long-term effects, prevent further illness

Canadian Covid Society launches to address long-term effects, prevent further illness

A national non-profit group called the Canadian Covid Society launched on Wednesday, with co-founders saying the organization is needed as public health agencies have pulled back on COVID-19 prevention measures and awareness campaigns.
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Vancouver police, First Nation ties have 'broken down' since settlement: review

Vancouver police, First Nation ties have 'broken down' since settlement: review

Vancouver's police board and the Heiltsuk Nation both say they are committed to working together after a report found their relationship had "broken down" in the wake of a landmark agreement. But the B.C.
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Health Canada to completely ban use of strychnine poison by September

Health Canada to completely ban use of strychnine poison by September

Health Canada says it plans to completely ban a powerful poison used to control predators after completing public consultations on use of strychnine.
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