British Columbia news

New book, Chop Suey Nation

22-02-2019 23:59 via globalnews.ca

In her book ‘Chop Suey Nation’, journalist Ann Hui tells the stories of Canada’s many Chinese restaurants, including the one her immigrant parents owned in Abbotsford.

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New Samsung products for 2019

22-02-2019 23:52 via globalnews.ca

Tech expert Mike Agerbo gives viewers a first look at the latest products from Samsung, including the new Samsung 10 smartphone.

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QuadrigaCX case: Canada's big banks wary of cryptocurrency asset

22-02-2019 22:59 via cbc.ca

The wary skepticism that Canada's big banks have for the cryptocurrency industry was on full display Friday when a Nova Scotia judge issued an order for the eventual disbursement of more than $30 million that belonged to the insolvent QuadrigaCX trading platform.

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Rezoning for East Vancouver detox and social housing complex approved by city council

22-02-2019 22:18 via cbc.ca

Vancouver City councillors have approved rezoning for a 10-storey combined detox centre and housing complex in an East Vancouver neighbourhood that drew mixed reactions from residents in the area.

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Province not considering a second paved route in Okanagan

22-02-2019 21:48 via globalnews.ca

Ministry of Transportation says the 201 Forest Service Road was a useful detour, but not worth paving.

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Coquitlam man hailed for rescuing 2 young boys from icy lake

22-02-2019 21:36 via cbc.ca

A quick-thinking former volunteer firefighter used his ice-rescue training and a ladder to help pull a boy to safety from an icy Coquitlam lake Thursday, after he saw the 10-year-old's head pop out of the icy waters.

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Snow falling in Metro Vancouver Friday, drivers urged to be cautious

22-02-2019 21:07 via globalnews.ca

A snowfall warning remains in effect for Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, with amounts between five and 10 centimetres expected.

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Celebrate teachers – Rita Poulson

22-02-2019 20:45 via globalnews.ca

In this Celebrate Teacher profile we hear how Kinnikinnick Elementary School Teacher Rita Poulson has helped inspire her school and community.

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Ronald McDonald House B.C. keeping families close

22-02-2019 20:38 via globalnews.ca

Sonia Sunger sits down with a young boy and his mother to find out how the non-profit is keeping families close this Family Day.

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Ronald McDonald House BC

22-02-2019 20:38 via globalnews.ca

Sonia Sunger sits down with a young boy and his mother to find out how the non-profit is keeping families close this Family Day.

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The Whole Body Microbiome

22-02-2019 20:37 via globalnews.ca

Dr. B. Brett Finlay sits down with Sonia Sunger to discuss his anticipated new book on microbes.

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New book: The Whole Body Microbiome

22-02-2019 20:37 via globalnews.ca

Dr. B. Brett Finlay sits down with Sonia Sunger to discuss his anticipated new book on microbes.

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B.C. indigenous and environmental groups blast NEB approval of Trans Mountain pipeline

22-02-2019 20:28 via globalnews.ca

Trans Mountain pipeline opponents are vowing to stand in the way of the project's expansion.

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Delta police chief says off-duty officer took 'ultimate action' during stabbing

22-02-2019 20:25 via cbc.ca

Delta police Chief Neil Dubord describes how an off-duty officer intervened in a fight outside an elementary school that left him with multiple stab wounds.

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Daimler, BMW joining efforts in car-sharing, ride-hailing, ticketless parking

22-02-2019 20:05 via globalnews.ca

Automakers Daimler and BMW say that trustworthy handling of personal data will be a key competitive advantage in their new joint venture that offers app-based services like free-floating car-sharing in big cities.

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Ontario’s autism funding overhaul — here’s how it compares to the rest of Canada

22-02-2019 19:59 via globalnews.ca

A look at how government-funded autism therapy across Canada.

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BC Ferries to add trips to routes cut back in 2014, but some want further reforms

22-02-2019 19:51 via cbc.ca

BC Ferries will add 2,700 trips a year to 10 routes serving Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland, the Southern Gulf Islands, Haida Gwaii and the North Coast, the province said Friday in a statement.

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BC Ferries to add trips to 10 routes cut back in 2014, province says

22-02-2019 19:51 via cbc.ca

BC Ferries will add 2,700 trips a year total to 10 routes serving Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland, the Southern Gulf Islands, Haida Gwaii and the North Coast, the province said in a statement.

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British Columbia Investment Management Cut Position in Anadarko Pete (APC) by $3.51 Million as Market Valuation Declined; DR Horton (DHI) Share Value Declined While Public Sector Pension Investment Board Decreased Its Position - The FinHeadLines

22-02-2019 19:33

British Columbia Investment Management Cut Position in Anadarko Pete (APC) by $3.51 Million as Market Valuation Declined; DR Horton (DHI) Share Value Declined While Public Sector Pension Investment Board Decreased Its Position The FinHeadLinesBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp decreased its stake in Anadarko Pete Corp (APC) by 31.52% based on its latest 2018Q3 regulatory filing with ...

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As Idex (IEX) Stock Price Declined, British Columbia Investment Management Boosted Its Position by $2.05 Million; Goldman Sachs Group (GS) Shareholder Public Sector Pension Investment Board Has Increased Stake by $6.50 Million - The FinHeadLines

22-02-2019 19:33

As Idex (IEX) Stock Price Declined, British Columbia Investment Management Boosted Its Position by $2.05 Million; Goldman Sachs Group (GS) Shareholder Public Sector Pension Investment Board Has Increased Stake by $6.50 Million The FinHeadLinesBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp increased its stake in Idex Corp (IEX) by 40.91% based on its latest 2018Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC.

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Revelstoke, British Columbia: Canada’s Answer to Telluride - Vogue

22-02-2019 19:31

Revelstoke, British Columbia: Canada’s Answer to Telluride VogueThe best places to eat, stay, play, and après in Revelstoke, the remote mountain town where there's something for every skiier.

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Grand Chief Stewart Phillip and his opposition to the pipeline and NEB decision

22-02-2019 19:28 via globalnews.ca

Union of BC Indian Chiefs, Grand Chief Stewart Phillip makes his statement calling out the Liberal government for not moving away from fossil fuel and into more green energy.

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Free Sunday parking in downtown Victoria could end in May

22-02-2019 19:25 via cbc.ca

By charging for parking, the city plans to start giving people under 18 years of age free bus passes. The mayor thinks it could be a big step forward in cutting carbon pollution.

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Green Party leader Elizabeth May on the economics of the pipeline

22-02-2019 19:22 via globalnews.ca

Federal Green Party leader Elizabeth May makes her case that the Liberal government prefers economics over the environment.

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Second debris flow on Highway 97 in Okanagan

22-02-2019 19:21 via globalnews.ca

Silt bluff slide south of Summerland closes southbound lanes.

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NDP MP Peter Julian with his parties thoughts on the NEB decsion

22-02-2019 19:20 via globalnews.ca

NDP MP and finance critic Peter Julian describes this process as a ‘house of cards’ within the Liberal government.

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Fan stuns crowd with astounding voice at Michael Bublé concert

22-02-2019 19:19 via globalnews.ca

'The moment I thought Michael was going to ask an audience member to sing, I started jumping up and down to get his attention,' Allison Bellucci told Global News.

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Trans Mountain opponents to respond to NEB approval of project

22-02-2019 18:47 via cbc.ca

Indigenous leaders, members of Parliament and environmental advocates are getting ready to respond to the National Energy Board’s approval of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion.

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'The gauntlet has been thrown down': Trans Mountain opponents respond to NEB approval of project

22-02-2019 18:47 via cbc.ca

Indigenous leaders, some members of Parliament and environmental advocates are disappointed by the National Energy Board's approval of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion.

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Accenture Plc Ireland (ACN) Holder British Columbia Investment Management Trimmed Stake by $9.96 Million; Fairview Capital Investment Management Raised Its Holding in Cheniere Energy (LNG) by $5.43 Million - Standard Recorder

22-02-2019 17:35

Accenture Plc Ireland (ACN) Holder British Columbia Investment Management Trimmed Stake by $9.96 Million; Fairview Capital Investment Management Raised Its Holding in Cheniere Energy (LNG) by $5.43 Million Standard RecorderBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp decreased its stake in Accenture Plc Ireland (ACN) by 16.81% based on its latest 2018Q3 regulatory filing with ...

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Wilson-Raybould battled Bennett, other ministers over Indigenous rights framework

22-02-2019 17:30 via cbc.ca

The federal government’s top bureaucrat revealed Thursday that former Justice Minister Jody Wilson-Raybould was locked in a fierce battle with Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Carolyn Bennett and other ministers over the direction of the Indigenous rights framework.

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SPCA – Harmful Shock Collars

22-02-2019 17:06 via globalnews.ca

The BC SPCA urging pet owners not to use electronic collars. The BC SPCA says electronic collars – also known as shock collars – do more harm than good.

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Safe drugs for addicts

22-02-2019 16:39 via globalnews.ca

The BC Centre on Substance Abuse says the province should give addicts access to legal, safe heroin. We talk to Dr. Keith Ahamad about how the plan would work.

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Snowfall warning in effect for B.C’s South Coast

22-02-2019 16:30 via globalnews.ca

A snowfall warning remains in effect for Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and the Sunshine Coast Friday morning. Officials have also issued avalanche warnings especially after two deaths.

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Rail News - Rocky Mountaineer named a top employer in British Columbia. For Railroad Career Professionals - Progressive Rail Roading

22-02-2019 16:21

Rail News - Rocky Mountaineer named a top employer in British Columbia. For Railroad Career Professionals Progressive Rail RoadingRocky Mountaineer has been named one of the best places to work in British Columbia's "Top Employers" competition for a second consecutive time.

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B.C. budget promises $10M for province-wide rent bank

22-02-2019 16:16 via cbc.ca

Rent banks provide low or no-interest, short-term loans to people at risk of losing housing or basic utilities.

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Snowfall warning ends in most areas after short blast of brutal winter weather

22-02-2019 16:09 via cbc.ca

All schools in Mission have closed early due to conditions, while Vancouver police are warning over problem streets.

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Snow falling on Metro Vancouver may impact SkyTrain, bus service

22-02-2019 16:09 via cbc.ca

Snow is falling on Metro Vancouver, and TransLink is warning of longer waits.

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It's back and it's brrr-utal: Wet snow falling on Metro Vancouver affecting transit

22-02-2019 16:09 via cbc.ca

Snow is falling on Metro Vancouver, and TransLink is warning of longer waits.

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B.C. SPCA calls on pet owners to toss shock collars

22-02-2019 15:35 via cbc.ca

The B.C. SPCA is calling on pet owners to take an online pledge to end the use of shock collars.

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MTBC, Inc. (MTBCP) Is At $26.98 Formed Wedge; British Columbia Investment Management Has Lifted By $2.29 Million Its Interpublic Group Cos (IPG) Stake - The Moveefy

22-02-2019 14:41

MTBC, Inc. (MTBCP) Is At $26.98 Formed Wedge; British Columbia Investment Management Has Lifted By $2.29 Million Its Interpublic Group Cos (IPG) Stake The MoveefyBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp increased Interpublic Group Cos Inc (IPG) stake by 64.48% reported in 2018Q3 SEC filing. British Columbia ...

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Salmon Arm likely to pioneer plastic bag ban in British Columbia - Packing Materials

22-02-2019 13:38

Salmon Arm likely to pioneer plastic bag ban in British Columbia Packing MaterialsSalmon Arm, a city in British Columbia's Canadian province, is currently in the news for its plans to become the first city in the province to ban the single-use ...

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National Energy Board to release reconsideration report for Trans Mountain Pipeline expansion Friday

22-02-2019 13:00 via globalnews.ca

The decision starts the clock on a 90-day deadline for cabinet to decide whether the project should proceed, but there have already been signals that the deadline could be delayed.

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Snowboarder killed in avalanche on Whistler Blackcomb

22-02-2019 12:35 via cbc.ca

A 42-year-old woman was killed in an avalanche triggered in a closed terrain area near Lakeside Bowl Thursday.

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Snowboarder killed in avalanche at Whistler Blackcomb

22-02-2019 12:35 via cbc.ca

A 42-year-old woman was killed in an avalanche triggered in a closed-terrain area near Lakeside Bowl Thursday.

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Is this the worst crosswalk in Vancouver?

22-02-2019 12:00 via cbc.ca

A Vancouver man recorded a video of the busy intersection at Homer and Cordova Streets in Gastown and posted it to Twitter. The city responded.

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PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) Position Lessened by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp - Fairfield Current

22-02-2019 11:00

PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) Position Lessened by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp Fairfield CurrentBRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp trimmed its position in shares of PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ:PEP) by 23.1% in the 3rd quarter, according ...

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NEB to release new Trans Mountain report on possible marine impacts

22-02-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca

The latest chapter in the Trans Mountain pipeline saga will be written Friday as the National Energy Board releases its recommendations on how to proceed with the contentious project should the federal government choose to do so.

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NEB renews support of Trans Mountain pipeline with proposed changes to protect marine life

22-02-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca

The National Energy Board has reiterated its approval of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion with 16 new recommendations designed to better protect marine life on the B.C. coast, and Trans Mountain's chief executive responds by calling the report a step forward.

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NEB renews support of Trans Mountain pipeline as long as proposed changes to protect marine life are met

22-02-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca

The National Energy Board has reiterated its approval of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion with 16 new recommendations designed to better protect marine life on the B.C. coast.

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