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‘Most challenging Thanksgiving:’ Long weekend marked with soaring food bank use
VANCOUVER – Food banks across Canada continue to face soaring need this Thanksgiving, with one…
Canadians stuck in Israel as flights are cancelled, embassy closed for Thanksgiving
Some Canadians say they are stuck in Israel in the midst of deadly fighting as…
Canadian municipalities looking to become ‘spongier’ to build climate resilience
MONTREAL – From green roofs in Toronto to Vancouver's rain city strategy, Canadian cities are…
Afghan Canadians unite to offer support following deadly earthquake
Afghans across Canada have gathered together to support one another and plan fundraisers as they…
How Disney turned Halloween into a money-making machine
For devoted Disney fans, there’s often no better treat than spending Halloween at its theme…
She influenced decades of design with blingy, colorful textiles. A new exhibit pays tribute
NEW YORK (AP) — Weaver and designer Dorothy Liebes helped define the look and feel…
France ambassador for LGBTQ+ rights: Canada, Quebec can counter Russia-led regression
OTTAWA – France's ambassador for LGBTQ+ rights says Russia is helping sow a global backlash…
Group of men with guns turn out to be amateur filmmakers with props in Vancouver
North Vancouver RCMP were called about a group of men walking around with rifles and…
Toronto police boost presence ahead of Israel, Palestine rallies, warn against hate
TORONTO – Police are warning the public that there will be no tolerance for violence…
Amphibians are the world’s most vulnerable animals and threats are increasing
The world’s frogs, salamanders, newts and other amphibians remain in serious trouble. A new global…
Ozempic and similar drugs linked to gastrointestinal conditions: Canadian researchers
People using diabetes drugs such as Ozempic for weight loss are at higher risk of…
Newfoundland jail death renews calls for accountability in provincial corrections
ST. JOHN'S, N.L. – It was shortly after another death was confirmed at a notoriously…
Long-necked marine reptile from 80 million years ago to become B.C.’s fossil emblem
VICTORIA – A large, fierce-looking marine reptile with a mouthful of pointy teeth that made…
Sunshine expected to return this week in Kamloops, Okanagan
There’s a good chance of showers today in Kamloops and the Okanagan but skies should…
South Okanagan General Hospital emergency room shut down tonight
The emergency room at South Okanagan General Hospital in Oliver is shutting down from 6…
BC mom gambled away disabled son’s hospital settlement
A disabled BC man is finally getting thousands of dollars that he's rightfully owed from…
Crash on Bennett bridge in Kelowna causing big delays
A crash on the Bennett bridge earlier this morning is causing major delays for commuters.…
Kamloops MLAs running for re-election
Two Kamloops MLAs are set to run for re-election representing the BC United Party, formerly…
Missing man located deceased: Penticton RCMP
The body of a missing 46-year-old man, who was the focus of a missing person’s…
The Bluff on WFN land could rival Tolko mill site as next huge development
There's been lots of talk in the past four years about the redevelopment of the…
Lack of rental availability at Kelowna ski hill prompts creative self-advertising
A lack of affordable housing across the province has turned rental applications into a fierce…
Should NHL refs speak to the media? Players weigh in: ‘Get it from the horse’s mouth’
Leon Draisaitl has left the rink frustrated by a call more than once. The Edmonton…
Eddie the alpaca in high spirits after rescue by Shuswap sanctuary
A neglected alpaca is on the mend after arriving at the Llama Sanctuary in the…
Independent grocers call for milk price pause amid pressure to keep food costs down
TORONTO – The Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers is calling on the Crown corporation that…