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In B.C., ER doctor says patients are attempting suicide over climate anxiety

In B.C., ER doctor says patients are attempting suicide over climate anxiety

As researchers set out to surveil the growing toll climate change is having on the mental health of Canadians, some in B.C. are warning climate distress is already leading to suicide attempts.
Man arrested for assault on student in Vancouver's latest stranger attack

Man arrested for assault on student in Vancouver's latest stranger attack

Vancouver police say a Coquitlam man faces charges over allegations he attacked an 18-year-old exchange student on Sunday. Sgt.
Butt out, smoking Vancouver strata owner told

Butt out, smoking Vancouver strata owner told

A Vancouver strata townhouse owner who kept paying smoking fines in order to keep puffing in her unit has been told to stop after the strata corporation sought an order from B.C.'s Civil Resolution Tribunal.
Abbotsford hog-farm activists call criminal charges 'a mockery of justice'

Abbotsford hog-farm activists call criminal charges 'a mockery of justice'

The 'Excelsior 4' are in pre-trial facing 21 combined charges of break and enter and criminal mischief in relation to a large protest at Abbotsford’s Excelsior Hog Farm in 2019.
Most Canadians are unprepared for future natural disasters, study finds

Most Canadians are unprepared for future natural disasters, study finds

Many Canadians are either unaware of the specific risks to their community or not concerned about them.
B.C. family court mediation not adequate for domestic violence victims: advocates

B.C. family court mediation not adequate for domestic violence victims: advocates

VANCOUVER — New provincial family court rules in British Columbia meant to resolve legal matters without going to court have been called "effective" by the province, but some lawyers and advocates say they don't adequately address the needs of victim
More B.C. oysters recalled due to possible norovirus contamination

More B.C. oysters recalled due to possible norovirus contamination

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is alerting hotels and restaurants about the potential for food poisoning
Police catch alleged kidnapper after young woman fights him off and escapes to call 911

Police catch alleged kidnapper after young woman fights him off and escapes to call 911

The woman was taken to the hospital for treatment of her non-life threatening injuries
Provincial agency addressing workplace bullying and harassment

Provincial agency addressing workplace bullying and harassment

Complaints from across B.C. including Delta
Many young new Canadians may be leaving the country: survey

Many young new Canadians may be leaving the country: survey

The survey found that most Canadians have a much more positive outlook on Canada's immigration policy than do new Canadian immigrants. The main source of worry? Lack of leadership and high costs of living.