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Great horned owl family nests in laundry basket in Saanich tree

A bird expert says it’s not unusual to see owls take over the nests of other birds — or even use human structures

Apr 22, 2023 4:30 AM Read more >

B.C. backs 14 companies looking to reduce plastic waste

The B.C. government announced over $8 million in funding to 14 companies looking to recycle plastic waste or prevent it from entering depots and landfills.

Apr 21, 2023 8:00 PM Read more >

Everything B.C. residents need to know about how the massive strike in Canada affects travel

Only emergency passports are being issued and the airport says "there is a potential for slowdowns."

Apr 21, 2023 5:54 PM Read more >

'Threatened the victim': Passenger refuses to get out of nursing mother's seat on Vancouver flight

In a video, the flight attendants tell the mother she will be removed from the plane if she doesn't "calm down."

Apr 21, 2023 4:37 PM Read more >

Judge in Prince Rupert, B.C., strikes arguments as 'stupid' in contempt case

PRINCE RUPERT — A provincial court judge in Prince Rupert, B.C., has sentenced a 46-year-old man to a year in jail for contempt of court, ruling he tried to circumvent the justice system with "pseudo-legal" and "stupid" arguments.

Apr 21, 2023 4:33 PM Read more >

Vancouver officers testify about efforts to resuscitate Myles Gray after beating

BURNABY, B.C.

Apr 21, 2023 4:01 PM Read more >

Insurance association warns federal dental plan could lead employers to drop coverage

OTTAWA — An association of health insurance providers warns it might not be worthwhile for small businesses to provide dental benefits to some employees once the government launches a national dental-care plan.

Apr 21, 2023 2:48 PM Read more >

B.C. announces funding for more than 10K new paid internships for students

The internships will be in sectors such as clean technology, life sciences, emergency management, advanced timber and agritech

Apr 21, 2023 10:45 AM Read more >

West Vancouver, B.C., man fined for repeatedly feeding black bear and cub

VANCOUVER — The British Columbia Conservation Officer Service says a West Vancouver man has been fined for feeding black bears at his home. Court records show Vitali Shevchenko faced two charges under the Wildlife Act.

Apr 21, 2023 9:37 AM Read more >

B.C. tribunal awards woman $900 in vet bills following dog fight

One of the dogs appeared to be in a "state of heightened alertness, bordering on aggression," according to one witness.

Apr 21, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >