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Breakthrough in B.C. port dispute as new tentative deal reached

A late-night breakthrough could herald an end to British Columbia’s long-running port dispute, with the longshore workers’ union and the…

Winds play key role as wildfire continues to threaten Osoyoos

Winds will likely be a major factor in the battle to save the southern British Columbia town of Osoyoos from…

Montreal’s new light-rail train network inaugurated

As Montreal’s new light-rail train network was inaugurated on Friday, federal and provincial officials suggested the system was the beginning…

Canadians travelling to Europe in 2024 will need a permit

Canadians eyeing a trip to certain European countries next year will need to obtain a permit first.Starting in 2024, Canadian…

Trudeau names new cabinet, shifting focus to economy, housing

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced a significant change to his cabinet, signalling that his Liberal government will focus on…

Blazes burn near Kamloops, as B.C. faces record wildfire season

A wildfire in southeastern British Columbia that was first spotted Monday afternoon has charred three square kilometres in less than…

Mental health minister launch of 988 crisis hotline in November

Mental Health Minister Carolyn Bennett says the government is putting $156 million over three years toward a new three-digit suicide-prevention…

Hullo: Downtown Vancouver to Nanaimo ferries reveal start date

In just under one month from now, a new ferry service will be speeding between downtown Vancouver and downtown Nanaimo…

Vaccinate your rabbits: deadly disease virus in Lower Mainland

A low-cost vaccination clinic is being held in Langley on July 23.The deadly Rabbit hemorrhagic disease virus (RHDV) could be…

BC government’s promise to boost payments in its benefits plan

The British Columbia government’s promise to boost payments in its benefits plan starts this month for more than 285,000 families. Grace…