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Crash partly closes Coquihalla Highway between Hope and Merritt ...
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Drivers are instructed to use Highway 1 or Highway 3 as an alternate route.and more »

One person is dead and a stretch of the Coquihalla Highway remains closed between Hope and Merritt, BC., following a multi-vehicle accident on Sunday afternoon.

The man killed in Sunday's multi-vehicle crash on B.C.'s Coquihalla Highway had stopped to help victims of an initial collision, according to police.

Drivers are instructed to use Highway 1 or Highway 3 as an alternate route.

After being closed to northbound traffic for nine hours, the Coquihalla Highway reopened between Hope and Merritt, B.C. on Sunday around 9:30 p.m. PT, following a multi-vehicle accident.

The campers had a tent and sleeping bags but rescuers say they were "not suitable for a mountain environment in winter."

The federal government is embarking on a new pilot program that will allow people to cross borders faster if they create a digital profile filled with their personal information on their mobile devices.

Inmates at the Okanagan Correctional Centre near Oliver, B.C., are learning to care for horses as part of a new therapy and training program.

Sun, Feb 11: Sawyer and Ryker love fishing. To help the boys catch even more fish, Variety – the Children’s Charity gifted them with fishing gear from Trotac Marine. Captain Andy, longtime volunteer with the “Boat for Hope” event helped present the brothers with their special surprise. And, while the boys are off fishing, Willow...

Sun, Feb 11: Hazel’s family loves to travel, but she hasn’t been able to spend time at the beach and go swimming because of her health. So that Hazel could experience the beach for the first time, BC Ferries Vacations presented the family with a Parksville getaway, including round-trip ferry travel and a two-night stay...

Sun, Feb 11: Ainsley is a busy and active little girl, but suffers from low muscle tone. Staff and board embers of Variety – The Children’s Charity presented Ainsley with an adaptive tricycle through Variety’s “Bike Ability Program”. The adaptive tricycle will help strengthen Ainsley’s muscles, and allow her to experience the freedom of mobility...

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Swimming lessons for water-challenged dogs begin in northeast BC
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One of the most basic swimming moves may be the doggy paddle, but that doesn't mean every canine takes naturally to water. To help, a canine therapist in B.C.'s Peace region has started offering swimming lessons for dogs with a fear of water. Tricia ...and more »

One of the most basic swimming moves may be the doggy paddle, but that doesn't mean every canine takes naturally to water.

Two teenage boys reported missing in Victoria have been found safe.

A Vancouver Island biochemist believes creativity is key to persuading more women to get into the field.

Police say he had been in a physical altercation. The victim was taken to hospital in critical condition but died Saturday night.

Seaweed is nothing new to sushi lovers, but the ocean plants are now used in all sorts of new culinary ways.

Vancouver police received a report of someone using a grinding tool to break into a food truck parked in a lane.

A man found in medical distress in front of the Astoria Hotel Tuesday, Feb. 6 died Sunday in hospital. Police believe the man was involved in a fight and continue to investigate.

A man found in medical distress in front of the Astoria Hotel Tuesday, Feb. 6 died Saturday in hospital. Police believe the man was involved in a fight and continue to investigate.

Matthew Hirsch is looking for a new home for his five-piece custom-made couch originally designed for the 1976 PNE prize home. Whoever claims it next will need deep pockets and a lot of living room square footage.

Dating has often involved enlisting advice from a third person, whether it's a friend offering suggestions on an outfit or helping craft a witty text response. But is it dishonest to seek professional help while searching for love?

Two men suspected of trying to rob a food truck in East Vancouver lead police on a car chase and then took off on foot before they were arrested with the help of the VPD K-9 team.

Manager at worker's compensation organisation claimed she was wrongfully dismissed after 36 years

The City of Vancouver has opened the doors of the temporary modular housing project in Marpole.

After defending his decision to invite David Stephan to speak at events in Saskatoon, Winnipeg, Calgary and Edmonton, the owner of Health and Wellness Expos of Canada says Stephan will no longer speak at the company's events in Western Canada.

Officers say Fredrick Daniels, 15, was last seen Feb. 7, and believe Leonard Tom, also 15, is with him.

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Travelers at Vancouver International Airport couldn’t believe their eyes Saturday afternoon after an SUV in the parkade suddenly erupted into flames.

A week ago tonight, Andrew Wilkinson became the new leader of the BC Liberal party. The MLA came from behind to beat out front-runner Dianne Watts. The question is just who is Andrew Wilkinson? Richard Zussman reports.

In the past we’ve told you about aggressive crows in the City where they’ve come down and attacked people out of nowhere. Now Delta police have their own warning – this time it’s an owl. Paul Johnson reports.

A vigil for Tony Du was held Saturday afternoon at an East Vancouver intersection, the site of the deadly confrontation between the mentally ill man and Vancouver police more than three years ago. A coroner’s jury looked into Du’s death released their findings. Kristen Robinson reports.

For the second time in as many months, a Langley neighbourhood is dealing with another fatal shooting. A man has been killed after multiple gun shots rang out last night. Julia Foy reports.

The B.C. Green Party is calling on the province to make changes to support B.C.’s wine industry following the heated dispute between B.C. and Alberta.

A number of rallies were held across Canada after a farmer was acquitted in the shooting death of the young Indigenous man.

Several hundred protesters gathered in downtown Vancouver to mark their opposition to the acquittal of Gerald Stanley, a Saskatchewan farmer, who had been accused in the 2016 shooting death of Colten Boushie.

Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson announced that the city's modular housing project in the Marpole neighbourhood will soon be open for occupancy.

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Those curious about winter wildlife can take a new tour through Vancouver's Stanley Park to learn about cold-weather animal adaptations.

Vancouver psychologist Dr. Patrick Myers says family dinners are an excellent tool to communicate with teenagers.

Johannes Hosflot Klaebo isn’t a household name, but the cross country skier from Norway is poised to take his sport and celebrity to a new level when he makes his Olympic debut in Pyeongchang.

Clark said changing the rules partway through a project will make companies think twice about investing and creating jobs in Canada.

Delta police are warning residents to watch the skies after three people in the Tsawwassen area were dive-bombed by ornery owls Thursday. A raptor expert offers some insight on possible motives.

A group of biologists from the University of B.C. braved army ants and driving rain to answer one simple question: What makes hummingbirds such nimble flyers?