5 h. ago DP World Breaks Ground on Duke Point Terminal Expansion, Strengthening Vancouver Island’s Global Connectivity

Snuneymuxw First Nation, Port of Nanaimo, and DP World commemorate project launch with ceremonial land blessing and sod-turning event VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DP World, a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, officially launched construction of the Duke Point Terminal expansion today, aimed at significantly enhancing Vancouver Island’s […]

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3 d. ago Telehouse Canada Announces Leadership Transition as It Enters Its Next Phase of Growth

Atsushi Kubo appointed as President & CEO of Telehouse Canada, succeeding Satoshi Adachi, to drive continued expansion and strengthen market position in Canada TORONTO — Telehouse Canada, a leading colocation data centre service provider, has appointed Atsushi Kubo as the new President & Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect. Atsushi Kubo, formerly Executive Vice President […]

Politics

7 d. ago Vancouver Island community considers banning certain sunscreens

The Lake Cowichan council is raising concerns about an ingredient in some chemical sunscreens that could be harmful to the local river's ecosystem.

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8 d. ago Blackline Safety Announces Vice President Appointments to Drive Continued Expansion at Scale

Internal promotions bolster leadership across Growth Operations, IT and Cybersecurity, and Marketing functions CALGARY, Canada — Blackline Safety Corp. (TSX: BLN), a global leader in connected safety technology, today announced the promotion of three senior leaders as the company continues to expand and drive operational efficiency. “These well-deserved promotions recognize Andrea, Eric and Julie’s leadership […]

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8 d. ago ‘This is our child’s life’: B.C. family gets small extension for crucial drug funding

A temporary reprieve for a Vancouver Island family after their terminally-ill daughter will continue to have access to life-changing medication for two more months.

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9 d. ago Parker: Blackline Safety named one of the world's most innovative companies

Calgary-grown company Blackline Safety is recognized as a global leader in connected safety technology

Economics

9 d. ago Canucks vs. Islanders Game Day: Quinn Hughes hyped by ‘lot of care’ in playoff pursuit

'Really proud of our group. We have a lot of care and will do everything we can to try to make the playoffs.' — Canuck captain Quinn Hughes

Transport

1 week ago U.S. ferry company sorry for raising Canadian flag upside down

The operator of a ferry service between Vancouver Island and Washington state says it's sorry for 'unintentionally' raising the Canadian flag upside down as it entered Victoria.

Economics

1 week ago ECB Case to Cut Rate Has Strengthened, Cipollone Tells Expansion

The European Central Bank’s case to keep lowering borrowing costs has strengthened since its last decision, according to Executive Board member Piero Cipollone.

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1 week ago Metro Vancouver weather: Heavy rain expected Sunday and Monday

A rainfall warning has been issued. Up to 110 mm could fall on Metro Vancouver and 130 mm on western Vancouver Island.

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1 week ago Metro Vancouver weather: Rainfall warning for most of coastal B.C.

Up to 120 mm could fall on northern parts of Metro Vancouver and as much as 130 mm on western Vancouver Island through Monday

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1 week ago Tofino, Ucluelet, Port Alberni lost more than $60M in 2023 highway closures

A wildfire on Vancouver Island's Cameron Bluffs in June 2023 forced the closure of Highway 4 for weeks with intermittent closures for the remainder of the summer.

Economics

2 w. ago Blackline Safety Named One of the World’s Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company

Company recognized for its innovative lifesaving technology that protects workers CALGARY, Canada — Blackline Safety Corp. (TSX: BLN), a global leader in connected safety technology, today announced it has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025. The annual Fast Company ranking recognizes companies making meaningful strides across […]

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2 w. ago Blackline Safety Announces 2025 Voting Results from Shareholders Meeting and Appointment of New Lead Director

CALGARY, Canada — Blackline Safety Corp. (“Blackline” or the “Company“) (TSX: BLN), a global leader in connected safety technology, held its annual and special meeting (the “Meeting“) of shareholders on March 18, 2025. Cheemin Bo-Linn, the lead independent director of Blackline, did not stand for re-election at the Meeting and has retired as a director […]

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2 w. ago The music from White Lotus has a Vancouver Island connection

B.C.-based DJ and producer RUMPUS's track, Set it Off, was featured in the hit HBO show

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2 w. ago Nickelback headlines 'Proudly Canadian' concert lineup, John Legend, Babymetal and Hyperspace Metalfest announce shows

Laketown Ranch announces Canadian lineup for August event

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2 w. ago Nickelback headlines 'Proudly Canadian' concert lineup, John Legend at Rogers Arena and more Vancouver music news

Vancouver concert announcements include Nickelback, John Legend, Hyperspace Metal Festival and more

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2 w. ago Looking for a weekend getaway? Consider this Vancouver Island resort and spa

Don't skip the resort's restaurants. You'll thank us later.

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3 w. ago Alberta energy minister hopes royalty changes help move pipelines forward

CALGARY — Alberta’s energy minister is hoping that by changing the way the province receives royalties from oilsands bitumen, it may give pipeline companies the certainty they need to build new projects connecting Canada’s resources to global markets. The province currently takes royalties from conventional production in-kind, or in oil itself, rather than cash. It […]

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3 w. ago First Nation on Vancouver Island alarmed over fish farm firm’s ship that hit a rock

The ‘Namgis First Nation on Vancouver Island says it wants a “thorough investigation” into a shipping accident involving a vessel owned by a fish farming company that required help from the Canadian Coast Guard. The First Nation says the vessel known as the Ronja Islander, owned by fish farming company Grieg Seafood, hit a rock […]

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