4 h. ago Rain on way after Vancouver Island wildfire grows by more than half

PORT ALBERNI — A forecast of up to 40 millimetres of rain is expected to help firefighters battling a wildfire that has been raging near Port Alberni, B.C., on Vancouver Island this week. The Mount Underwood fire that has triggered evacuation orders and alerts measured more than 34 square kilometres on Thursday, about 58% larger […]

Events

5 h. ago Recall alert: Salmonella outbreak in more brands of Dubai chocolate

The agency says the products were distributed in B.C., Ontario, Quebec and online.

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6 h. ago EnWave to Report Third Quarter Financial Results on August 21, 2025 and Host Investor Conference Call

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EnWave Corporation (TSX-V:ENW | FSE:E4U) (“EnWave”, or the “Company”) announced today it will report its financial results for the third quarter ended June 30, 2025 on Thursday, August 21, 2025 after market close. The financial statements and MD&A will be available on SEDAR at www.sedarplus.ca and on […]

Culture

6 h. ago Vancouver realtor wants $2 million for False Creek lot that's valued at $1,500 and likely can't be developed

Ice-hockey rink sized vacant lot was sold in 2003 for $7,081 and is used as public space for South False Creek residents

Economics

6 h. ago PNE opens this weekend with a big heaping scoop of Canadiana

An all-Canadian lineup of food vendors, an international sandcastle competition and a display of First World War howitzers among this year's highlights

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7 h. ago À VOIR: Nicklas Backstrom n'a rien perdu de ses talents de passeur

L'ancien joueur des «Caps» ne semble pas avoir trop perdu de son sens du jeu malgré une absence prolongée.

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7 h. ago Homicide squad appeals for information in 2016 Surrey murder

At the time, police suggested the fatal shooting of Michael Sandhu was likely a case of mistaken identity

Events

7 h. ago ’One battle after another’ for Richmond farmland in Cowichan title ruling: ex

'We didn't expect the court case to come in and say, 'This land is yours.' We expected treaty negotiations' — Former Richmond city councillor Harold Steves

Events

8 h. ago See which Vancouver locations made singer Benson Boone's 'Go List'

The singer points to a few prime spots along his upcoming tour, including a few places to check out in Vancouver

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8 h. ago B.C. crime news: Fireworks suspected of sparking Kelowna wildfires | Illegal smoke store supplier nabbed in traffic stop | West Van assault suspect sought

A wrap up of Thursday's criminal activity in B.C.

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8 h. ago B.C. crime news: Burnaby RCMP seize seven kilos of cocaine, cash | Fireworks suspected of sparking Kelowna wildfires |

A wrap up of Thursday's criminal activity in B.C.

Events

8 h. ago «On a le devoir de faire des changements», dit Legault à son caucus

François Legault reconnaît qu’il devra apporter des «corrections» pour apaiser la frustration et la déception.

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9 h. ago Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim says he'll push to release severance details for departed city manager

Dan Fumano: After city hall refused Postmedia's requests to disclose the severance pay of the recently departed city manager, Mayor Ken Sim said he believes 'Vancouverites have a right to know' and will push for the information's release at the next council meeting.

Culture

9 h. ago When brands get big: Thomas Müller more than a playing addition for Whitecaps

Patrick Johnston: Thomas Müller is a massive star in Germany. That we know. Did you know he's a massive star in China, too?

Other

10 h. ago WNBA in Vancouver: Atlanta aims for 7th straight win against Seattle

WNBA play their first regular season game in Canada with a surging Atlanta taking on a sliding Seattle at Rogers Arena

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10 h. ago Hastings Park leaders Masen and Apprehend head to Seattle for prestigious Longacres Mile

Masen was purchased out of an online horse sale last year for $80,000 by MacPherson’s owner, Nicole Droder, and joined the horse population in Vancouver as part of Droder’s desire to support horse racing here

Politics

11 h. ago Review: Blueridge festival honours 'Three Queens' with special concert

The Aug. 13 concert focused on music by Violet Archer, Jean Coulthard, and Barbara Pentland, important Canadian women who died in 2000.

Culture

11 h. ago L’OQLF fait marche arrière concernant le nom d’un pub montréalais, jugé trop anglais

L’institution avait demandé au Pub Burgundy Lion d’ajouter le français à son enseigne, car «burgundy» est en anglais.

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11 h. ago Whitecaps’ owners change course from ‘sale’ to looking for a ‘new partner’

Jeff Mallett acknowledged Thursday that the current ownership group isn't necessarily looking for a complete exit.

Culture

12 h. ago This Montreal company is the largest cosmetic manufacturer in Canada

Montreal-based company Groupe Marcelle is behind Watier, Annabelle, CW Beggs and Marcelle under its umbrella.

Economics