13 h. ago ‘That’s my people’: Vancouver Lapu Lapu festival witnesses describe heartbreaking tragedy

Bjorn Villaruel attended the festival and was leaving when he said he saw the SUV drive into a group of people. He broke down in tears talking about what happened.

Culture

15 h. ago Lapu Lapu festival tragedy: Vancouver man charged with murder

Vancouver police also confirmed that the suspect had significant previous interactions with police in connection with mental health issues.

Events

15 h. ago Lapu Lapu festival tragedy raises questions about security at Vancouver events

Questions are being raised about security at the festival and why the suspect was able to easily access the site. Officials said a risk assessment was conducted before the event.

Events

17 h. ago Witness describes seeing SUV driving ‘recklessly’ before deadly Lapu Lapu festival tragedy

Vancouver police confirmed on Sunday morning that 11 people were killed and dozens more injured when a man drove an SUV into a crowd at the festival.

Events

18 h. ago Vancouver mayor to speak following tragedy at Lapu Lapu festival

Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim will speak, alongside representatives from the Vancouver Police Department and Vancouver Fire Rescue Services, at 2 p.m. PT.

Culture

18 h. ago Victims of tragedy at Vancouver Lapu Lapu festival range from 5 to 65 years old

The suspect approached the festival from East 43rd Avenue on Saturday night and drove through the crowd as the event was wrapping up and many were heading home.

Events

23 h. ago John Ivison: Leaders walk tightrope after Vancouver car attack

'It would be an extremely rash politician who links events in Vancouver to federal government policy'

Politics

23 h. ago Vancouver police to speak live on Lapu Lapu Day festival tragedy

Vancouver police will provide a live update on Sunday morning following a deadly incident on Saturday night at the Lapu Lapu festival.

Events

23 h. ago 11 dead, dozens injured in ‘senseless’ act of violence at Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu festival

Interim police Chief Const. Steve Rai said the number of deceased could rise in the coming days or weeks due to the extent of the injuries.

Events

3 d. ago Family of man accused in Vancouver seawall tourist attack ‘devastated’ by events

His mother, Nungu Magdalene, told Global News that her son was in a "mentally ill condition" on Sunday and they called the police to help take him to the hospital.

Society

4 d. ago Chelsea Handler is coming to Whistler writers event this May

Comedian, New York Times bestselling author and avid Whistler skier set to talk about new book during special event

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5 d. ago International airline now hiring in Toronto and job offers come with free rent

An airline known for not only being one of the best in the world for customers but also for offering some of the most unique work perks for employees has been targeting Canadians with its latest hiring efforts. And it's now offering yet another opportunity for anyone interested in starting their career in air travel.Emirates has hosted multiple job fairs across our major cities in recent months, and has just announced an additional round of events to find the best candidates to fill its growing cabin crew team.While the company already boasts hundreds of staff from the Great White North, it is still ramping up recruitment with forthcoming open calls in Vancouver and Toronto, which follow past events in Vancouver, Toronto and Calgary in January and March.The first fair will take place at the Hilton Vancouver Metrotown in the west coast city on April 23. The second happens over the weekend, at Novotel Toronto Centre on Ap...

Society

1 week ago Brian Minter: 40+ plant sales and gardening events happening in B.C. in 2025

Plant sales are often the main fundraisers for these groups, and they are generally held in spring or early summer

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1 week ago Vancouver Park Board preparing for ’unpermitted’ cannabis events on 4/20

Dana Larsen, who was involved in organizing past 4/20 gatherings, says he's not aware of any large-scale events planned for Sunset Beach this year.

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2 w. ago Two federal party leaders in Saskatchewan today as campaign nears halfway point

OTTAWA — The Liberal and NDP leaders will take their campaigns to Saskatchewan today as the federal election race nears the halfway mark. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh is set to make an announcement and speak at the First Nations Summit in Vancouver, before making his way to Saskatoon for a campaign event. There are 14 […]

Politics

3 w. 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 w. ago NDP appoints health authority insider to root out waste in the provincial health authorities

Vaughn Palmer: For the past six years under the NDP, Penny Ballem has served as chair at Vancouver Coastal Health, one of six authorities targeted for eventual review

Science

3 w. ago Add these Vancouver concerts in April to your events calendar

AC/DC lead the list of must-see shows coming to town in April

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4 w. ago Juno Awards in Vancouver LIVE: Songwriters' circle hits the right note | Micheal Bublé excited to host on Sunday

The Juno Awards are happening Sunday, March 30 at Vancouver's Rogers Arena, with special events scheduled all weekend. Follow along for all the live updates right here.

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4 w. ago Juno Awards in Vancouver LIVE: Songwriters' circle hits the right note | Michael Bublé excited to host on Sunday

The Juno Awards are happening Sunday, March 30 at Vancouver's Rogers Arena, with special events scheduled all weekend. Follow along for all the live updates right here.

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