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Man missing, woman and infant found alive on shore after B.C. boat accident
Police say the search continues for a 43-year-old man after three people, including an infant, were thrown overboard into Finlayson Arm northwest of Victoria Tuesday.
All-candidates debate cancelled in North Island-Powell River riding
An all-candidates debate in Campbell River, B.C., was cancelled with little notice on Tuesday evening.
15-year-old's suspected drug overdose likely involved hydromorphone and cough medicine, RCMP say
RCMP say a 15-year-old has died of a suspected drug overdose in Campbell River, B.C.
BATTLEGROUND B.C.
Victoria among the NDP strongholds on Vancouver Island that are now battleground ridings
The New Democrats have held the federal riding of Victoria for the last 20 years, but the Liberals hope it will turn red.
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Tsunami towers proposed for Tofino, B.C.
The Vancouver Island community of Tofino could face serious risk if an earthquake and tsunami hit, according to Katsu Goda, an Earth sciences professor at Western University. Goda spoke to CBC's On The Coast about how tsunami towers — made of strong metal — could help prevent fatalities in the event of an emergency in small communities along the B.C. coastline.
Juan de Fuca trail closed for summer, but park available for day trips
Several important sections of the coastal Vancouver Island trail, which stretches from around Jordan River to just outside Port Renfrew, have been either washed away or blocked by fallen trees, according to a statement from B.C. Parks.
New study shows increased pathogens near B.C. open-net salmon farms
The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Scientific Reports, examined environmental DNA to determine the levels of bacteria, fungi and viruses previously shown to be harmful to wild salmon.
CBC B.C. launches paid summer internships for young, aspiring Indigenous storytellers
CBC will hire a researcher, who will work out of either Victoria, Prince George, Prince Rupert, Kamloops or Kelowna for seven weeks.
Why Vancouver Island is shaping up to be a hot spot for strategic voting
A growing number of left-leaning voters across B.C. are thinking of voting strategically as polls show the province has some of the tightest races in the country.
2 dead after house collapses on small B.C. island
Two men were found dead under the house, while a third man was taken to hospital after escaping serious injury.
How safe is B.C.'s safe federal Green Party seat?
The Green Party of Canada’s flagship federal seat, occupied by an award-winning B.C. parliamentarian, could be in danger of being trumped by the tariff and sovereignty issue in the current federal election.
'A lot of trust was lost': UVic students push for accountability after student's fatal overdose
University of Victoria students say they welcome the institution's commitment to implement the recommendations in a recent report following the overdose death of a University of Victoria student but wonder why critical life-saving prevention measures weren't adopted earlier.
'Sign of hope' for endangered killer whales as research centre confirms newborn calf
The Centre for Whale Research says the newborn was spotted swimming alongside a whale known as J40 near Victoria on Sunday. It's thought to be the orca's first calf.
Pet owners warned after report of wolves chasing dog on southern Vancouver Island
B.C. Conservation Officer Service and Wild Wise Society say they each received a report of wolves going after an off-leash dog in the Metchosin/East Sooke area.
Citizens' group recommends Victoria-Saanich amalgamation
A citizens’ assembly looking at Greater Victoria’s two largest municipalities says Victoria and Saanich would be better off if they amalgamated. The municipalities’ councils are expected to suggest a referendum on the matter, giving residents their say in 2026.
Poilievre stands by B.C. candidate called out for residential school posts
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre told a news conference in Osoyoos, B.C., that accusations about North-Island Powell River candidate Aaron Gunn are "misinformation," after he was called out over posts he made stating that the residential school system did not constitute genocide.
Vancouver Island community looks to ban sale of some sunscreens
Lake Cowichan leaders worry chemicals in some sunscreen products end up in the water and harm marine ecosystems.
Errors in UVic's response led to fatal overdose of student, independent report details
An independent report detailing the “choices and mistakes” that led to the overdose death of a first-year University of Victoria student in January 2024 has been released, casting new light on the circumstances of the incident and her parent’s fight for transparency in the year since.
Family of Indigenous youth who died in care calls on province for answers, accountability
Chantelle Williams's death became a focus during a heated question period in the Legislature on Wednesday afternoon.
Fired B.C. school trustees going to court to try to get their jobs back
The Greater Victoria school trustees who were fired by the province in January have filed a court petition to try to get their jobs back.
B.C. Ferries approved for 4 out of the 5 new vessels it had requested
The four approved vessels are diesel-battery hybrids to replace the aging Queens of Alberni, New Westminster, Coquitlam, and Cowichan.
Tofino voted to opt into B.C.'s short-term rental rules. Now, it's backing out
Just over a year after the resort municipality of Tofino voted to opt in to provincial rules restricting short-term rentals, council has decided to ask the province if it can back out.
Greater Victoria woman fights for better animal controls after off-leash dog attack
Christine Allen says she wants more accountability for aggressive and dangerous dog owners, more specific rules around what it means for a dog to be "under control" in an off-leash park, and fines that automatically cover restitution costs.
Vancouver Island University president resigns under pressure from students and faculty
Deborah Saucier's last day on the job will be April 4.
Family of Indigenous B.C. youth who died in care say they believe she froze to death
Family members of Chantelle Williams, 18, who died after being found unresponsive outside on a freezing morning this past January, say they want answers from those responsible for her well-being.