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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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Don't be alarmed: B.C. to test wireless emergency system today

Don't be alarmed: B.C. to test wireless emergency system today

'Alert Ready' system to send text message, radio and TV broadcast
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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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Port Coquitlam sister speaks out after COVID-19 testing site fails to recognize heart attack

Port Coquitlam sister speaks out after COVID-19 testing site fails to recognize heart attack

'She could have arrived at the hospital more than 24 hours earlier than she did, and this could have saved her life,' says sister
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