British Columbia news

The organizers behind a volunteer-based initiative by a non-profit organization in Penticton, B.C., are hoping to help prevent overdoses in the community by providing a free mobile safe consumption site.

Burnaby RCMP are investigating a fatal hit-and-run collision that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist.

Officials with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife confirmed 182 trumpeter swans died at Judson Lake over the winter, most as a result of lead toxicity.

British Columbia's Wildfire Service says an out-of-control blaze in the Fraser Canyon has grown further burning 3.5 square kilometres of bush south of Lytton, B.C.

"The musicians are just so excited to have even 50 people come back in, to have that energy, to have that response is a blessing in many ways."

First Nations in central B.C. have spent three days hosting a special ceremony for healing after the remains of an estimated 215 children were found in late May on the grounds of the former Kamloops residential school.

Our political panel discusses the frustrations over the lack of clarity of when and how Canada’s international borders will reopen.

Jay Janower has the latest update on the Vancouver Golf Tour.

Dr. Jane Sun, B.C. Mental Health and Substance Use Services, shares some tips on what to do for those feeling anxious as COVID-19 restrictions are reduced.

It’s Stroke Awareness Month. And like many things the pandemic has impacted the care of stroke patients. Dr. Janice Eng, with the UBC Department of Physical Therapy, explains how she has adapted her innovative program for virtual care.

Men’s field hockey player David Carter discusses Canada’s pursuit of an Olympic medal and then receives word from Global BC’s Jay Janower that he’s a CANFund recipient of $6,000.

"You’re a potential vector of transmission": As B.C. opens up to travel, Dr. Birinder Narang expects some communities may see the impact of visitors introducing the virus.

Jay Janower has a special Father’s Day message for all the dads out there. Thank you for all you do every day.

B.C.'s civilian police watchdog, the Independent Investigations Office, is probing the collision.

Lower Mainland play spaces are hopeful that an increase in ticket sales, public fundraising campaigns and investments will be enough to recoup pandemic loss.

Police are investigating a shooting last night in Surrey, B.C., that they say preceded a car crash.

Police are investigating a shooting last night in Surrey, B.C. that they say preceded a car crash.

As pandemic restrictions continue to ease, large wedding ceremonies will no doubt return — but those who organize and execute small-scale, personalized weddings say the trend is here to stay.

The Fraser Health Authority rolled out the red carpet at a local recreation centre for a 32 hour, overnight vaccination clinic aimed at getting more COVID-19 vaccinations in the arms of residents.

Outgoing Supreme Court Justice Rosalie Abella says Canada has made steady progress toward a more equitable society during her decades in law, though she says much more should be done to include the groups still being left behind.

As dogs and their owners face a return to "normal" that will likely include a lot more alone time for Fido, dog service providers say they've never been busier.

A Saturday night shooting between two vehicles in Surrey's Newton area is believed to be targeted, RCMP say.Mounties responded to a report of shots fired at 8:40pm.

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Police in Northeaster B.C. say they've arrested a 32-year-old man who allegedly offered video game cards to children at a local park Saturday morning in exchange for sexual touching.

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An Abbotsford resident is calling for lead shot to be removed from a lake on the Canada-U.S. border after the contamination has led to a recent increase in the deaths of trumpeter swans which populate the area. Julia Foy explains.

The province says 76.5% of all adults have received their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine while first shot drop-in clinics are being mobilized for communities where uptake has been low. Kristen Robinson has more on the urban areas Interior Health is targeting, and the transmission concerns as travel opens up.

Fraser Health is pulling out all the stops with a 36-hour “vax-a-thon” in an effort to boost the number of residents getting their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine. Paul Johnson reports.

Quick thinking and brave actions by some Lake Country residents led to eight puppies being rescued from a burning home.

Fraser Health is running a 36-hour, all-night vaccine clinic complete with food trucks and live entertainment, in a bid to connect with people who've yet to have their first dose.

The City of Penticton has joined Victoria in cancelling its Canada Day celebrations in the wake of the discovery of what are believed to be the unmarked burial sites of children's remains near the former Kamloops Indian Residential School. 

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"If a drone collides with firefighting aircraft the consequences could be deadly," the BC Wildfire Service said.

Environment Canada is forecasting temperatures of 23-24 C in Vancouver on Monday and Tuesday, while Abbotsford in the Fraser Valley could see temperatures in the range of 32-33 C.

The resort municipality says it hasn't noticed an uptick in bear encounters, but some locals feel differently, saying the COVID pandemic has led the animals to roam closer to town.

B.C.'s chief auditor of mines found changes to the province's tailings storage requirements made after the Mount Polley disaster have generally improved mining waste management.

As a top amateur golfer, Harry White was known for using unusually tall tees. He later became a major contributor to the development in the sport in the province. Learn more about his contribution to golf at the BC Sports Hall of Fame.

Looking for a last-minute gift for Father’s Day? If your dad is an avid gardener, the folks at GardenWorks have some great suggestions.

Sara Hodson, from the Fitness Industry Council of B.C., explains how the industry is welcoming the public back to high-intensity fitness facilities across the province.

UBC Infectious Disease Expert Dr. Horacio Bach discusses NACI’s latest guidance on the AstraZeneca vaccine and the confusion it’s causing.

Joe Fortes Executive Chef Wayne Sych announces the grand prize winner in this year’s contest.

Frustration is growing on both sides of the border after Canada announced it was keeping borders closed for another month. White Rock Mayor Darryl Walker discusses how the move will impact his tourism-reliant community.

Louise Pedersen, Executive Director of the Outdoor Recreation Council of B.C., explains why they believe more needs to be done to control crowds at some of B.C.’s busier outdoor spots.

Fraser Health is going all out in order to boost first dose immunizations with an all-night Vax-a-thon. Janice Asistio with the Guildford Immunization Centre explains how it works.

Police said one of the officers was taken to hospital with a 'significant injury,' and police are recommending multiple charges against the man.

Vancouver police say the altercation developed as officers responding to reports of a large fight tried to arrest a belligerent man.

It's not Chicago or New York, but Vancouver is "the perfect noir city," according to Nikita Danshin, a designer with Vancouver-based developer Eggnut, which has been working on the adventure game Backbone for the past five years. 

Crews arrived to find the creosote-coated pier fully involved and upgraded the fire to a second alarm. 

Flames broke out on the unused structure around 10:30 p.m. on Friday. Fortunately no one was hurt.