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B.C. Ferries to replace advisory committees with a new model in spring

B.C. Ferries says an August survey of 5,000 customers found that 81 per cent of people prefer digital engagement compared to eight per cent of respondents who liked the current method. 

Cause of B.C. teen's H5N1 avian flu infection still unknown, health officials say

B.C. health officials say they still don't know how a teenager became infected with the H5N1 strain of avian flu, believed to be the first such case in Canada. The teenager is still in critical condition, the province says, adding that no further cases have been identified. 
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Is modular housing the solution to B.C.'s affordable housing crisis?

Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley, who is also the chair of Metro Vancouver, weighs in on prefabricated homes and how they're being used as part of the spectrum of housing solutions in the region.

Lucky Taylor Swift fan nabs 2 tickets in Vancouver for $16.50 each — but there's a catch

A few lucky Taylor Swift fans in Vancouver managed to grab seats for the hottest ticket in town on Monday — the pop star's last three shows of her Eras Tour—  for $16.50 each.

Vote to approve natural gas heating in new homes puts Vancouver councillors on the hot seat

On Tuesday, Vancouver city councillors will meet to consider bylaw changes that, if approved, would allow home builders in the city to use natural gas for space and water heating in new homes. Council has already shown it's split over the proposed change, which would reverse current climate-friendly practices.

Economic impact of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in Vancouver estimated at $157M

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour will have an estimated $ 157-million economic impact on the city next week as it hosts the three final concert dates of the record-breaking tour, Destination Vancouver said.

Charges stayed against B.C. Mountie who shot man armed with barbecue skewer

The RCMP officer in Chilliwack, B.C., had been charged with aggravated assault in connection with a 2021 shooting that left a man with serious injuries.

Vancouver Park Board votes to hike service fees, add amenity improvement charge in 2025

The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation unanimously passed a motion that will hike the price of its programs and services by an average of six per cent in 2025, while a three per cent amenity improvement fee will be added to select attractions and services.

Surrey man, 21, arrested in Olympic Village liquor store stabbing

A 63-year-old male passerby was stabbed when he tried to come to the aid of a store security guard who was trying to stop someone from stealing liquor.

Creator of Vancouver's Gastown steam clock dies

Raymond Saunders, the creator of the steam clock in Vancouver's Gastown neighbourhood, has died, according to a family member.

Vancouver Whitecaps fire head coach Vanni Sartini

The Vancouver Whitecaps have parted ways with head coach Vanni Sartini, the MLS club confirmed Monday. 
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Vancouver Whitecaps CEO says club needed 'fresh new energy' after coach Vanni Sartini axed

Vancouver's MLS club made a decision that surprised many fans when it fired Sartini, who led the club to three Canadian Championships in a row. CEO Axel Schuster said the club needed to hold itself accountable with a change of direction.
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Mother orca with 3 offpsring in Vancouver's False Creek a sign of recovery: researcher

Family of orcas got up close to small ferries Sunday afternoon.

B.C. opens disaster aid to atmospheric river flood victims

The province says flood-affected residents of Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam, the Squamish First Nation and North and West Vancouver are eligible.

Passerby stabbed by shoplifting suspect at Vancouver liquor store: police

Vancouver police say they arrested four people Sunday morning, after a 63-year-old man was stabbed and seriously injured by a suspected shoplifter in the Olympic Village on Saturday night.

Man charged with 2nd-degree murder in Vancouver homicide

A man has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of a woman found at a house in Vancouver's Renfrew-Collingwood neighbourhood early Saturday, according to police.

Check out these family-friendly winter holiday events in Metro Vancouver

While there are a myriad of Christmas craft fairs and small celebrations in every community, we've mostly focused on the larger events that feature light displays.

Bear killed after attacking man walking with dog on Metro Vancouver trail

B.C. conservation officers say a man was injured earlier this week when he was attacked by a black bear while he was walking his dog off leash on a Metro Vancouver trail. The bear died in the encounter.

Vancouver police cracking down on 'illegal street vending' in Downtown Eastside

The City of Vancouver says it is cracking down on the sale of illegal goods in the city's Downtown Eastside. But residents and the local business improvement association say the increased enforcement will be ineffective.

Vancouver Police Board vice-chair resigns following social media comments

One post from Comfort Sakoma-Fadugba discussed how “mass immigration” and “a growing aversion to assimilation” are "transforming Canada into a place where a shared identity is disappearing.”

Vancouver police investigating homicide after young woman found dead on city's east side

Vancouver police say officers were called overnight to a home in an area near Rupert Street and Euclid Avenue on the city's east side.

Amid big-box stores and industrial zones, salmon are returning to Metro Vancouver streams

While it's doubtful that salmon will recover to their original numbers in Metro Vancouver streams, those involved in habitat restoration work say it has a host of side benefits, from boosting flooding resilience to inspiring community connection and stewardship.

Vancouver mayor faces heat over park board plans — but could be burned by a 5.5% property tax hike

As Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim and his majority ABC council tried to strengthen their argument to eliminate the city's elected park board this week, a draft 2025 budget was also published that calls for a 5.5 per cent property tax increase in the new year.

Surrey parents push for better school bus service for children with disabilities

Some parents in Surrey, B.C., are pushing for better school bus service for students with disabilities after the transportation budget was cut in half earlier this year.

B.C. man who livestreamed driving his car into the ocean sentenced to 1-year's probation

A B.C. man who drove his car into Burrard Inlet last March while livestreaming the event has been granted a conditional discharge and placed on a year's probation after pleading guilty to mischief under $5,000.