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Workers stranded on the side of a Vancouver high rise rescued safely
VANCOUVER – Three workers are safe after they were stranded more than 100 metres above…
Independent probe involving Kelowna RCMP finds complaint unwarranted
ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – The Abbotsford Police Department says it has found no evidence of wrongdoing…
Another extension granted in investigation of suspended Victoria police chief
VICTORIA – British Columbia’s police-complaint commissioner has granted a third extension for an RCMP investigation…
Woman escapes serious injury in parcel bomb explosion in Penticton, B.C.
PENTICTON, B.C. – A woman in Penticton, B.C., has suffered minor injuries after trying to…
Premium Brands buying Island City Baking, Conte Foods in $20.3-million deal
VANCOUVER – Premium Brands Holdings Corp. (TSX:PBH) is buying a Vancouver-area company that makes artisanal…
Montreal man suspected after fentanyl seizure at Vancouver’s airport
VICTORIA – The Canada Border Services Agency has seized a package containing enough fentanyl that…
B.C. woman kills baby before writing university exam and stuffing body in box
KAMLOOPS, B.C. – A mother who drowned her newborn son in a sink before leaving…
B.C. plans to use ‘fair share’ pipeline money on environmental fund
VICTORIA – Premier Christy Clark says British Columbia will create an environmental fund with money…
Kase Closed: Ondrej Kase’s first NHL goal helps Ducks down Canucks 3-1
VANCOUVER – Randy Carlyle didn’t know much about Ondrej Kase when the Anaheim Ducks promoted…
Agency calls for public hearing into alleged misconduct by B.C. transit office
VICTORIA – British Columbia’s police-complaint commissioner will hold a public hearing into allegations of professional…
Vathje wins skeleton World Cup opener
WHISTLER, B.C. – Elisabeth Vathje of Canada won the opening race of the women’s skeleton…
Friedrich drives Germany to win in 2-man bobsled opener
WHISTLER, B.C. – Francesco Friedrich and brakeman Thorsten Margis of Germany prevailed in the first…
Miller makes 38 saves, plus two more in the shootout, as Canucks down Leafs 3-2
VANCOUVER – The last time Ryan Miller faced the Toronto Maple Leafs his night ended…
Some facts about Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson
VANCOUVER – A sketch of Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson, who is also an outspoken climate…
Vancouver mayor’s national profile on the rise in pipeline debate
VANCOUVER – The ever-simmering world of pipeline politics is once again threatening to boil over…
Former Canadian sailor launches military abuse class-action lawsuit
VICTORIA – A former sailor says she is launching a proposed class-action lawsuit to change…
Notley aims to sell pipeline in B.C. after federal approval sparks protests
VANCOUVER – Some observers say Alberta’s premier will have a difficult job trying to convince…
No charges against cops, paramedics in B.C. child welfare case
VICTORIA – No charges will be approved for police officers and paramedics in Delta, B.C.,…
Canada’s Dominique Maltais announces retirement from competitive snowboarding
Snowboarder Dominque Maltais announced her retirement Tuesday, even if she feels she can still compete…
Vancouver police traffic stop uncovers 56 kilos of cocaine
VANCOUVER – A traffic stop by Vancouver police has resulted in a large cocaine bust.…
B.C. boy with mysterious broken bones returned to parents after abuse ruled out
VANCOUVER – While watching their son and daughter play in a home near Vancouver’s children’s…
British Columbians prep for cold weather, significant snowfall
VANCOUVER – British Columbians are being warned to pack their toques and mittens as a…
Whitecaps pick up contract options on 11 players; striker Eric Hurtado re-signs
VANCOUVER – A day after cutting their captain loose, the Vancouver Whitecaps announced they have…
Medical clinic collects too much personal info through surveillance: B.C. audit
VANCOUVER – British Columbia’s privacy office is calling on a medical clinic to immediately stop…