Windsor fentanyl bust: 46kg seized in record operation
Ontario police seize record 46kg of fentanyl in Windsor bust. Largest fentanyl seizure in city history raises concerns about opioid crisis. Read the full investigation details.
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Vancouver cab driver sentenced for drug trafficking
A Vancouver taxi driver has been sentenced for using his cab to distribute cocaine. Learn about the case details and sentencing in this exclusive report.
BC's EV Charging Crisis: Infrastructure Gap Slows Adoption
British Columbia's ambitious electric vehicle goals are hitting a major roadblock as inadequate charging infrastructure leaves potential EV buyers hesitant to make the switch.
Vancouver Approves Major Downtown Eastside Overhaul
Vancouver City Council has approved the 'Improve Downtown Eastside' decision, marking a pivotal moment for one of Canada's most challenging neighborhoods. The comprehensive plan aims to transform housing, safety, and social services while balancing commun
Manitoba Drug Detention Facility Launching in Weeks
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew announces revolutionary approach to addiction treatment with new compulsory care facility opening in weeks, marking significant shift in provincial drug policy.
BC ostrich cull proceeds after Supreme Court appeal denied
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency will proceed with culling ostriches at a BC farm after the Supreme Court refused to hear the owner's appeal, ending a lengthy legal battle over avian flu concerns.
Supreme Court Decides Fate of BC's Ostriches
The future of dozens of ostriches at a controversial BC farm hangs in the balance as Canada's highest court prepares to rule on whether the birds should be culled or spared.
CFIA Manual: Sitting on Ostriches for Lethal Injection
As BC awaits a decision on ostrich farming, a CFIA training manual reveals shocking euthanasia methods including sitting on the large birds to administer lethal drugs, sparking animal welfare concerns.
Vancouver Filipino Community Champions Cultural Centre
Metro Vancouver's vibrant Filipino community is rallying support for a groundbreaking cultural centre that would celebrate heritage and serve growing population needs.
BC youth receive RCMP award for heroic emergency response
Three remarkable British Columbia teenagers receive national recognition from the RCMP for their courageous response during a life-threatening emergency, demonstrating exceptional community spirit.
BC Court Awards Cowichan Tribes $500M Land Settlement
A landmark legal decision grants Cowichan Tribes one of British Columbia's largest-ever land claim settlements, resolving decades of dispute over traditional territories.
Massive Fuel Spill After BC Train Derailment
Emergency crews respond to major environmental incident as over 12,000 litres of diesel fuel contaminates BC interior following train derailment near Tabor Mountain.
BC Youth Vaping Study Reveals Alarming Trends
Groundbreaking research exposes the vaping epidemic among BC youth, with startling statistics about usage patterns and health concerns that demand immediate action.
Fredericton Drug Bust: Three Face Trafficking Charges
Fredericton Police have dismantled a significant drug trafficking operation, charging three individuals with multiple offenses following a coordinated law enforcement effort.
Missing Surrey woman found safe after search
A 30-year-old woman reported missing in Surrey has been located safe and sound following an extensive search effort by authorities and community members.
Eby, First Nations demand Ottawa maintain oil tanker ban
B.C. Premier David Eby joins Coastal First Nations in urgent call to federal government to maintain critical oil tanker moratorium protecting Pacific coastline from environmental disaster.
X Corp fights $100K BC fine in intimate image case
Social media platform X, formerly Twitter, is taking legal action against a British Columbia tribunal decision that fined the company $100,000 for failing to remove intimate images. Discover the details of this landmark digital privacy case.
BC Forestry Seeks Federal Support Like Ontario Auto Industry
BC Liberal Leader Kevin Falcon calls for Ottawa to provide forestry sector with same level of support given to Ontario's automotive industry, warning of economic consequences without federal intervention.
BC Libraries Struggle with Soaring eBook Demand
British Columbia libraries are facing a digital crisis as exploding demand for eBooks and digital materials outpaces available funding, creating growing wait times and access barriers for patrons across the province.
Vancouver Island team preps 5th Ukraine aid mission
A dedicated humanitarian team from Vancouver Island is gearing up for their fifth emergency mission to Ukraine, delivering critical medical supplies and support to frontline communities devastated by ongoing conflict.
Calgary Drug Bust: Two Arrested in Trafficking Probe
Calgary police make significant arrests in ongoing drug trafficking probe, seizing multiple substances and weapons in coordinated operation.
B.C. cancels $325K anti-tariff ad campaign targeting Alberta
The British Columbia government has unexpectedly pulled a $325,000 advertising campaign targeting Alberta's beer tariffs just days before its scheduled launch, raising questions about interprovincial trade strategy.
Toxic Forever Chemicals Found in B.C. Sea Otters
Groundbreaking research reveals alarming levels of PFAS chemicals in sea otters along British Columbia's coast, signaling widespread contamination of marine environments and potential threats to wildlife health.
BC Government, First Nations in Land Rights Talks
Top-level meetings unfold in British Columbia as provincial ministers and First Nations leaders address escalating tensions surrounding Indigenous land rights and resource management.
Vancouver Home Sales Drop 14% in October
Greater Vancouver's housing market shows significant cooling as October sales drop sharply while inventory grows. Discover what's driving the market shift and what it means for buyers and sellers.
Young Moose Trapped Behind Fence Freed by BC RCMP
A heartwarming wildlife rescue unfolded in British Columbia as RCMP officers successfully freed a young moose trapped behind a fence. The dramatic operation required careful coordination and expertise.
BC Artist Paints Strangers' Sources of Happiness
A Vancouver Island woman is spreading happiness across British Columbia by creating personalized paintings of what brings joy to complete strangers in her unique social art project.
Mother pleads for tips in slain Vancouver agent's case
The grieving mother of a murdered Vancouver real estate agent breaks her silence, pleading for information that could help find her daughter's killer on what would have been her birthday.
Amazon fined $10K in BC delivery definition case
A British Columbia court case has resulted in a $10,000 fine against Amazon and established a crucial legal definition for delivery services that could impact e-commerce across Canada.
Globe and Mail Wins Four Jack Webster Awards
Celebrating journalistic excellence in British Columbia, The Globe and Mail secured four major victories at the 2023 Jack Webster Awards, including the coveted Journalist of the Year.
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