Ammonia Leak in Oklahoma Forces Mass Evacuation
A hazardous anhydrous ammonia leak from a tanker in Weatherford, Oklahoma, prompted a large-scale evacuation and hospitalizations. Stay informed on the emergency response.
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Gas pump scam: Meter kept running after nozzle removed
An Ontario driver reports being overcharged when the gas pump meter continued running after removing the nozzle. Consumer alert for fuel pump safety tips and what to watch for.
Ontario gas pump malfunction caught on video
An Ontario driver captured a gas pump malfunction where the meter kept running without dispensing fuel. Learn how to protect yourself at the pumps and what to do if it happens to you.
Ammonia gas leak in Oklahoma prompts mass evacuation
Hundreds evacuated and dozens hospitalized following a dangerous ammonia gas leak in Oklahoma. Emergency responders continue managing the hazardous situation.
Gas pump meter keeps running after nozzle removed in Ontario
An Ontario driver captured shocking footage of a gas pump meter continuing to climb after removing the nozzle. Consumer alert issued for potential pump malfunctions.
Carbon tax hike hurts Canadian business competitiveness
Mark Carney's budget increases carbon taxes on struggling industries, worsening Canada's competitive disadvantage while failing to reduce emissions significantly. Read the analysis.
Kitchener cleans up spill at Schneider Creek
The City of Kitchener is actively cleaning up a spill at Schneider Creek. Authorities are on-site managing the environmental response to protect local waterways.
Yeti Rambler Mug Review: The Ultimate Spill-Proof Solution
Tired of coffee spills? Discover how the bestselling Yeti Rambler mug with its magnetic sliding lid prevents disasters, keeps drinks hot, and is dishwasher-safe. Read the full review now!
Rock Slide Suspected in B.C. Train Derailment, Fuel Spill
Investigators probe a possible rock slide as the cause of a VancouverRailways derailment near Kamloops, spilling over 70,000 litres of aviation fuel. Cleanup efforts are underway.
Bitumen Tanker Spill Contaminates Alberta River
A major environmental incident unfolds in Alberta as a tanker truck carrying bitumen crashes and leaks the petroleum product into the North Saskatchewan River, prompting emergency response and environmental concerns.
Massive 80,000L Fuel Spill After BC Train Derailment
A major environmental emergency is underway in British Columbia's Interior after a train derailment spilled over 80,000 litres of diesel fuel, triggering a massive multi-agency response and raising concerns about ecological impact.
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.
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.
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.
BC tenant forced to pay for stolen Halloween candy
A BC landlord successfully deducted the cost of stolen Halloween candy from a tenant's security deposit after a Civil Resolution Tribunal ruling that's raising eyebrows across the province.
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