British Columbia news

British Columbians are digging out from a blast of winter that slammed the South Coast and Vancouver Island. And as Neetu Garcha explains, since it’s a place not accustomed to much snow, it’s spawned some major headaches.

Politics mixed with sport at First Nation basketball tournament in Northern B.C. over the weekend, but organizers argue political statements should stay on the sidelines.

The trial of Lawrence Sharpe, 40, and Oldouz Pournouruz, 35, is underway in B.C. Supreme Court in Vancouver.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Monday he had asked Justice Minister David Lametti to provide recommendations on whether solicitor-client privilege should be waived which could allow Jody Wilson-Raybould to confirm or deny allegations of interference in the SNC-Lavalin case.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Monday that he had spoken with former justice minister Jody Wilson-Raybould recently and that she confirmed to him that during meetings in the fall, he had told her decisions on the director of public prosecutions were “hers alone.”

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Monday that he had spoken with former justice minister Jody Wilson-Raybould recently and that she confirmed to him that during meetings in the fall, he had told her decisions on the director of public prosecutions were “hers alone.”

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Monday that he welcomed the investigation by the ethics commissioner into allegations of interference by his office in the SNC-Lavalin case.

Compared to the average of the previous four years, nearly five times as many children were vaccinated in 2019.

The taxi was stuck on a hill and not going anywhere fast.

Not all chaos and confusion when the snow fell in Langley. These kids are taking advantage of the extra day off school and getting in some much-needed sledding.

The provincial government has implemented changes to court rules that will restrict the use of expert reports in ICBC legal cases.

17 Things To Do In British Columbia That You Have To Add To Your Spring Bucket List  NarcitySpring is a welcome sight for us winter-weary Canadians. As soon as the crocuses start to pop their purple heads up from the damp earth, I know that spring is ...

Burnaby South residents are heading to the polls to elect a new MP this month, with historical and racial aspects at play in the byelection.

Environment Canada has issued a new snowfall warning for the South Coast.

A viewer in Maple Ridge sent Global News this video of a cougar taking a snowy stroll through their front yard.

RCMP say the suspects are from the Lower Mainland and known to police.

Organizers intend to hold the event at Sunset Beach again this year — but the parks board is trying to put a stop to the plans and heading to city council with its concerns.

One man is in critical condition with life-threatening injuries after the violence early Monday morning.

The slide came down on group of snowmobilers south of Valemount on Saturday, according to RCMP.

As Eaton Corp Plc (ETN) Shares Declined, British Columbia Investment Management Corp Decreased Its Stake by $4.12 Million  The EN BulletinDuring Q3 2018 the big money sentiment decreased to 1.07. That's change of 0.13, from 2018Q2's 1.2. 39 investors sold all, 286 reduced holdings as ETN ratio.

Statistics posted by Avalanche Canada show the death is the fourth in B.C. this year.

Brian Misko from House of Q whips up a tasty recipe. He’ll be showing off his culinary skills live at the upcoming Earlybird RV show.

The snowfall brought a lot of challenges to drivers last night, including this taxi who couldn’t make it up Surrey Road in Surrey.

Liz Rose has conquered the highest peak on each continent. She describes her incredible feat in her new book ‘Written in the Snow: My Journey the Seven Summits’.

Snowmobiler killed in avalanche in eastern British Columbia  Global NewsStatistics posted by Avalanche Canada show the death is the fourth in B.C. this year.

It could happen to anyone: a toddler accidentally locks you in your bedroom. Trapped, you phone the fire department and they come set you free.

Double blizzard: Ontario, British Columbia slammed in back-to-back storms  Yahoo NewsAfter a relatively calm and mild start to 2019, Western Canada has now been hit with significant snowfall. While residents in British Columbia continue to dig out ...

David Eby explains what he hopes will happen to the number of claims that ICBC has to deal with when these new reforms go into effect.

The new rules being implemented by the government look to limit the number of adversarial experts that can be used in a claim with ICBC.

Attorney General David Eby explains the new rules coming into effect to help curb spending at ICBC.

B.C. residents tackled snow on Monday morning as winter weather continues to buffet the region, with at least one resident taking it upon himself to shovel the driveway of an elementary school to provide a safer environment for students.

Canada Announces Expanded Public EV Network in British Columbia  Canada NewsWireVICTORIA, Feb. 11, 2019 /CNW/ - Electric and alternative fuel vehicles play a key role in reducing pollution. As Canadians continue to make greener choices, ...

B.C.'s attorney general is speaking to reporters Monday morning, days after the insurer revealed net losses of $860 million in first nine months of the fiscal year.

B.C. is capping the number of expert witnesses allowed in vehicle injury claims in an attempt to stem the worsening losses at ICBC.

Commuters are facing transit delays Morning morning due to the heavy snow that fell across Metro Vancouver Sunday and into Monday. Global News’ Ted Field is live from the Lougheed Station.

TransLink says there are delays and gaps in service due to the weather and heavy passenger loads.

More snow is expected to hit Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley Monday night. Neetu Garcha is in Vancouver with the details of what we can expect.

Dozens of schools across the South Coast are closed Monday after a punch of snow hit the region on Sunday. Another 10 to 15 centimetres is still in the forecast.

Dozens of schools across the South Coast are closed Monday after a punch of snow hit the region on Sunday. Another 10 to 15 centimetres is still in the forecast.

Dozens of schools across the South Coast are closed Monday after a punch of snow hit the region on Sunday. Another 10 to 15 centimetres is still in the forecast.

A new snowfall warning has been issued for Metro Vancouver Monday. Drivers and commuters are being advised to leave extra time Monday to travel. Neetu Garcha has the details.

The next round of snow will start falling late Monday afternoon.

Only in Canada could a near-record, single-day snowfall rate just a fleeting mention on a national news program.

A new species of insect found in a limestone cave near Port Alberni on Vancouver Island may have survived the last ice age by living underground, researchers suggest.

One of the most beautiful lookouts on Vancouver Island is marred by a growing pile of sofas, dishwashers, even a hot tub at the base of its 30 metre cliff. 'It’s real exciting to go and drop a refrigerator down a 100 foot cliff and see what happens to it at the bottom,' says local resident Jeff Gornet. 'That is a strange way to have fun but some people just like doing things like that.'

Canada Announces Expanded Public EV Network in British Columbia  BOE ReportVICTORIA, Feb. 11, 2019 /CNW/ - Electric and alternative fuel vehicles play a key role in reducing pollution. As Canadians continue to make greener choices, ...

Rubicon Organics Announces Establishment of Diverse Genetic Library in British Columbia Facility  Canada NewsWireVANCOUVER, Feb. 11, 2019 /CNW/ - Rubicon Organics Inc. (CSE:ROMJ) (OTCQX:ROMJF) ("Rubicon Organics" or the "Company"), a super-premium, organic ...

Canada's $227-million fleet of mid-shore coast guard vessels are rolling "like crazy" at sea, making crews seasick and keeping some ships in port during weather conditions where they should be able to operate, CBC News has learned.

The Vancouver Art Gallery has reached a tentative agreement with CUPE 15 at the bargaining table, to be ratified Monday.