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Canada is dropping the COVID-19 testing requirement for fully vaccinated travellers

Canada is dropping the COVID-19 testing requirement for fully vaccinated travellers

The federal government will make an announcement tomorrow.
To burn, to dissolve or to compost — how some in B.C. are pushing to decarbonize death

To burn, to dissolve or to compost — how some in B.C. are pushing to decarbonize death

British Columbians lead Canada in cremation rates. But as the world looks to decarbonize, advocates are questioning whether crematorium emissions are hurting the living. Could human composting and water cremation help?
Why is this B.C. funeral home cremating bodies in the U.S.?

Why is this B.C. funeral home cremating bodies in the U.S.?

A Metro Vancouver man was surprised to learn that his mother was shipped from B.C. to Blaine, Washington, to get cremated. Glacier Media has learned the practice has been going on for years as the company looks to offer 'faster, cheaper' service in a competitive industry.
Russia-Ukraine war amplifies energy security issues

Russia-Ukraine war amplifies energy security issues

Global market, trade relations changes loom large
Untangling alliances, ideologies in Russian aggression

Untangling alliances, ideologies in Russian aggression

Complex history and politics are key factors in Russia, China, India relationships
Inflation hits 5.7% in February, highest level in 31 years

Inflation hits 5.7% in February, highest level in 31 years

B.C. ties Saskatchewan for lowest inflation rate in Canada
Two men face multiple 2021 Valdes Island fishing offences

Two men face multiple 2021 Valdes Island fishing offences

Two fishermen return to court later this month to face various charges, including failing to record lingcod catches and failing to carry a tidal waters sport fishing licence.
Parents split on whether students should continue to wear masks after spring break

Parents split on whether students should continue to wear masks after spring break

Mask mandate is being lifted for students after spring break
Technical Safety BC issues warning about unlicensed contractor

Technical Safety BC issues warning about unlicensed contractor

Contractor Michael Fader's "work poses a significant public safety risk,” states Technical Safety BC
B.C. cop director urges Vancouver police, council to ‘re-engage in spirit of collaboration’ to avoid future budget fights

B.C. cop director urges Vancouver police, council to ‘re-engage in spirit of collaboration’ to avoid future budget fights

Wayne Rideout: ‘I am not suggesting that a municipal council cannot refuse to approve a police budget item or amount’