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Province says September 2018 enrolment shows extra 5,000-plus students from one year ago.

Environment Canada has issued warnings of visibility-limiting snow storms and strong winds in certain areas.

Quinton "Yung Trybez" Nyce and Darren "Young D" Metz's first album captured life on the reserve in Kitamaat Village, B.C.

It appears that Metro Vancouver will escape the first blast of snow to hit the Lower Mainland, but the Fraser Valley and Howe Sound won't be so lucky.

Vancouver motorists are paying at least $1.27 per litre. In Edmonton, the cheapest price is 87.9 cents a litre.

"We have a literal tonne of turkey, and then we have close to 1000 pounds of mashed potatoes, 600 pies — the list goes on and on."

Style expert, Susie Wall, shares her favourite kid’s books and toys – that will make great Christmas presents.

Darryl Lamb, from Legacy Liquor Store, shares his pick of the boozy gifts for the adults on your Christmas list.

In rainy Vancouver, grocery shopping can be a drag. Especially for those without access to a car like seniors. An app developed by a local is helping seniors order groceries for delivery at no extra charge.

The Saturday, December 8, 2018 noon weather forecast for Vancouver, British Columbia and the surrounding area.

The city says 1.7 per cent of the proposed hike is needed to offset rising costs linked to the new Employer Health Tax.

Gas prices vary widely throughout British Columbia, Western Canada  Global NewsVancouver motorists are paying at least $1.27 per litre. In Edmonton, the cheapest price is 87.9 cents a litre.

It’s the latest trend in holiday decorating; Scott from GardenWorks shows you how to create your very own succulent christmas tree

Ricardo Valverde, executive chef at Ancora, shares his recipe for Peruvian empanadas that will make the perfect Holiday appetizers.

Police found guns, drugs and bomb-making materials while investigating a home invasion at a Badger Drive property back in January.

Northern B.C has the lowest number of babies delivered with the help of a midwife compared to other regions in the province and one advocate is trying to change that.

The B.C. government is working on a protection plan for caribou herds in the north of the province, turning the conversation to the decision-making process behind these kind of protective measures.

It's been over a year since the Elephant Hill fire scorched nearly 200,000 hectares of land near Ashcroft, B.C. The Thompson Nicola Regional District recently received $1 million in funding from the Red Cross as part of a three-year project to deal with the spread of invasive plants and weeds in the aftermath of the fire.

Why not spice things up with a little taste of South America?

As Shenan Charania describes his work as a life coach articulately in a soft but confident voice, it’s hard to believe he’s ever seen a grade lower than an A+ in his life.

Kamloops RCMP say they’ve arrested 35-year-old Cameron Ronald Cole, the man wanted by police on firearms and explosives charges.

The city of Kelowna is building a temporary roof to protect a 147-year-old heritage home from the elements after it was damaged in a fire earlier this summer.

Alexandria Real Estate Equities Inc (ARE) Shares Bought by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp  Fairfield CurrentBRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp grew its holdings in Alexandria Real Estate Equities Inc (NYSE:ARE) by 53.2% in the 3rd quarter, ...

The municipality is waiting to hear what fishing restrictions might be coming from the federal government, which is attempting to protect the southern resident killer whale population.

General Mills, Inc. (GIS) Shares Sold by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp  Fairfield CurrentBRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp reduced its stake in shares of General Mills, Inc. (NYSE:GIS) by 23.8% in the 3rd quarter, according to ...

Conagra Brands Inc (CAG) Shares Sold by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp  Fairfield CurrentBRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp decreased its holdings in Conagra Brands Inc (NYSE:CAG) by 7.3% in the third quarter, according to ...

A new study found that about one-quarter of Canadians refuse to use self-checkouts. Many abstainers are trying to save jobs, but they face an uphill battle in the era of automation.

A new study found that about one-quarter of Canadians refuse to use self-checkouts. Many abstainers are trying to save jobs, but they face an uphill battle in the era of automation.

It’s been four months since Nak'azdli Whut'en members cast their votes for four open council seats. But those who were newly elected have still not been sworn in because an appeal filed under the First Nation’s custom election code remains unresolved.

Gold Producer Summarizes 2018 Results from British Columbia Exploration [PVG]  Streetwise ReportsPretium Resources Inc. (PVG:TSX; PVG:NYSE) provided an update, in a news release, on 2018 exploration activities at its Bowser claims in British Columbia ...

West Kelowna Fire Rescue was called to the 3700 block of Glenford Road for a report of a roof fire Friday at 7:45 p.m. A chimney fire had spread into the attic of the two-storey home.

West Kelowna's Christmas light-up took place Friday night.

West Kelowna’s Christmas light-up took place Friday night. Families took in the evening which included live entertainment, kids activities and visits with Santa.

It's an old scam with a new twist. Fraudsters are targeting small businesses pretending to be from BC Hydro and threatening to disconnect their power unless they send in cash cards — or prepaid credit cards or even Bitcoin — right away.

A chimney fire had extended into the attic. 

Gary Bowman was killed in a collision with a charter bus on River Road on Oct. 27.

Ironically, Police found the senior near the RCMP station in West Kelowna. 

This week, 19 adults and 3 children ended up in the hyperbaric chamber after they were exposed to the odorless, colourless gas.

After a spike in carbon monoxide close calls, there are new calls to make CO detectors mandatory. Nadia Stewart reports.

Fifteen tribal nations in southeast Alaska have petitioned an international commission for human rights for help in influencing the Canadian government to take action against six mines in B.C.

Mishah the Chihuahua was stolen last week while her disabled owner was using a restaurant washroom.

Prof. Derek Pyne of Thompson Rivers University questioned the practice followed by some professors who publish their work in so-called predatory journals, arguing they get ahead despite inadequate research.

A new system is in place off the coast of B.C., what will alert ships of whales in the area and hopefully cut the number of ship strikes. Linda Aylesworth reports.

Princeton RCMP are warning local merchants that two couples have been trying to make purchases using counterfeit American bills.

Police confirm a high-ranking UN gang member has been killed in Mexico City as rival gangs fight for control.

CBC Vancouver hosted its 32nd annual Open House and Food Bank Day on Friday.

In one case, a suspect in a road rage incident allegedly threatened another driver with a realistic looking replica.

Canada's Stephen Gogolev captured men's gold at the Junior Grand Prix of Figure Skating Final in Vancouver on Friday night.

A packed courtroom today and international media on hand in Vancouver for a bail hearing for the chief financial officer of Chinese communications giant Huawei. Aaron McArthur reports.

Investigators are trying to figure out what caused an East Vancouver home to go up in flames, leaving the tenants homeless and with nothing but the clothes on their backs. Catherine Urquhart reports.