2 h. ago FIFA’s Vancouver contract could shut out businesses near BC Place

While the FIFA 2026 World Cup is being touted as an economic boon for the City of Vancouver, it may not work out that way for some businesses close to the marquee venue.

Economics

2 h. ago Multiple Metro Vancouver beaches closed due to elevated E. coli levels

The advisories include English Bay, Kitsilano Beach, Second Beach, Sunset Beach, Third Beach, Dundarave Beach and Lions Bay Beach, as well as Trout Lake.

Other

2 h. ago Meet the crew who always race to the front of Bluesfest's main stage

They initially met by chance, but now their Bluesfest experiences are meticulously planned and executed.

Other

4 h. ago RCMP to stay in Surrey a year longer than expected, Mayor Brenda Locke says

Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke feels the city was excluded by the B.C. government in the decision to extend, as no consultation was had.

Other

4 h. ago Major makeover of B.C. NDP cabinet says more about picks in the first go

Vaughn Palmer: It's hard to see these changes revitalizing a government that was slow out of the gate and has stumbled ever since

Politics

4 h. ago WorkSafeBC surplus means big breaks in forestry premiums, but some labour groups cry foul

WorkSafeBC contends that cutting rates for some premiums will give $570 million of its $2 billion surplus back to employers but business groups say they'd prefer the cash.

Other

4 h. ago Seizure of 70 kilos of cocaine in Osoyoos largest ever at the B.C. border crossing

Canada Border Services Agency officers searched a pickup truck on June 11 and found the bricks in the truck bed

Other

4 h. ago Three to Eat: Into the fire with some international spicy treats at Taste of Edmonton

Nothing like a little spice in your life on a blistering hot day, so to kick off Taste of Edmonton 2025, I decided to turn up the oral heat with some international flair. Nothing burned me to the ground, but a sweet start nonetheless. Chili Chicken Bowl, Spice Bros (Booth 46, 3 tickets) A terrific […]

Events

4 h. ago No serious injuries as two rescued from Shillington Avenue fire

Two people escaped serious injury despite having to be rescued from a kitchen fire in a multi-unit low-rise building in the Carlington neighbourhood on Thursday. Ottawa Fire Services said a caller to 911 reported the blaze in the three-storey walk-up in the 1100 block of Shillington Avenue, near the Central Experimental Farm, just past 4:30 […]

Events

5 h. ago American Tungsten Corp. Announces Upsize in Private Placement from $2.5 Million to $7.0 Million

– NOT FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES OR THROUGH U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES – Vancouver, BC, July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — American Tungsten Corp. (CSE:TUNG) (OTCQB:DEMRF) (FSE:RK9) (“American Tungsten” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce, further to its news release of June 30, 2025, due to added interest, it is increasing the maximum amount […]

Economics

5 h. ago Canucks: Who is the real Evander Kane? His former WHL head coach knows the whole story

'He believes in himself and what he brings. That's the biggest thing. He might rub some people the wrong way, but I really admire his competitiveness' — former Vancouver Giants head coach Don Hay

Other

5 h. ago Opinion: Men's health needs to be a Canadian public health priority

Opinion: In 2023, 44 per cent of male deaths in Canada were premature. In B.C., Vancouver East had more than 5.5 times the premature male mortality rate of Vancouver Quadra

Science

5 h. ago MANDEL: ‘Incorrigible’ speeding menace has day parole yanked for third time

Third time wasn’t the charm for serial speedster Adam Simeunovich. The “incorrigible” 47-year-old Oshawa recidivist has just had his third chance at day parole revoked — to the shock of absolutely no one. Less than two weeks after being released in March to a halfway house, police believe the menace under a lifetime driving ban […]

Other

5 h. ago B.C. limits sales of two more diabetes drugs used for weight loss

British Columbia's Health Ministry is limiting the sales of two more diabetes drugs to curb their off-label use for weight loss and preserve supply for people who are diabetic.

Other

6 h. ago Canada’s borders dangerously vulnerable to spies and agents of Iranian regime, Vancouver lawyer says

Douglas Todd: "A lot of people against the (Iranian) regime in Canada never speak up because the regime has their mom, or aunt, or brother or husband in Iran," says Ram Joubin.

Events

6 h. ago Man, 45, charged with child abandonment in 2024 Canada Day incident in Whistler

Jason Frost was allegedly involved in a 'high-risk' incident at a Whistler hotel on July 1, 2024

Other

6 h. ago Head to Toronto’s new Biidaasige Park and more to celebrate this weekend

We are coming off a heatwave but that doesn’t mean Toronto isn’t sizzling with all the action going on this weekend. Don’t forget that the Indy is on from Friday to Sunday, so keep that in mind when you’re heading into the city. Sunday also happens to be National Ice Cream Day (though these last […]

Culture

6 h. ago Vancouver may allow bars and restaurants to serve booze later

A report from the chief liquor inspector would let downtown bars serve until 3 a.m. and restaurants citywide until 2 a.m., if approved.

Other

6 h. ago Maple Leafs acquire forward Dakota Joshua from Canucks for 2028 fourth

This time, Dakota Joshua is sure to stick with the Maple Leafs. On Thursday, Toronto traded to reacquire its 2014 draft pick, sending the Vancouver Canucks a fourth-rounder in 2028. Joshua missed time early last season in Vancouver when diagnosed with testicular cancer, undergoing surgery to remove a tumour. “Dakota went through a lot last […]

Other

7 h. ago Watchdog deployed after man booked in Vancouver police jail dies

The VPD says the 49-year-old prisoner "became unresponsive after suffering an apparent medical emergency" shortly before 10 a.m. on Wednesday.

Events