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СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ ombudsperson set to retire early next year after decade in the job

СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ ombudsperson set to retire early next year after decade in the job

Jay Chalke, a lawyer who was appointed to the position in April 2015, says he believes leadership transitions bring new energy and ideas.
Two people reportedly sued in connection to wildfire that spread from U.S. to Osoyoos

Two people reportedly sued in connection to wildfire that spread from U.S. to Osoyoos

A civil suit has been launched against two Washington residents following a 2023 fire that burned more than 7,000 hectares on the Canadian side of the border.
СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ Wildfire Service announces ban on most open fires in coastal areas

СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ Wildfire Service announces ban on most open fires in coastal areas

VICTORIA — The СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ Wildfire Service has announced open fire bans that will prohibit most burning activities in most coastal areas of the province, with exceptions for Haida Gwaii.
Chinese pop music's 'deeply local' Canadian story shines in Vancouver exhibition

Chinese pop music's 'deeply local' Canadian story shines in Vancouver exhibition

VANCOUVER — A new exhibition on Cantopop and Mandopop music in Vancouver is a Canadian story, says curator Melissa Karmen Lee.
Portrayal of Pandora prompts response from politicians

Portrayal of Pandora prompts response from politicians

The Globe and Mail feature painted the 900-block of Pandora as lined with semi-unconscious people and shuttered businesses, and so marked by chaos that condo owners can’t sell their way out.
Saanichton woman seeks answers after family not allowed on flight home from Honolulu

Saanichton woman seeks answers after family not allowed on flight home from Honolulu

The family of four was forced to buy new tickets for US$4,000 after their Air Canada itinerary was rebooked on United Airlines, which wouldn’t allow them to board the plane.
Man struck housemate, 70, in head multiple times with hatchet, Crown says

Man struck housemate, 70, in head multiple times with hatchet, Crown says

Michael King was initially charged with aggravated assault in the 2023 attack on Michael Jones, but the charge was upgraded to second-degree murder after Jones died
СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ orders Hobo Hot Spring restored, as new fence blocks off public use

СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ orders Hobo Hot Spring restored, as new fence blocks off public use

The British Columbia government has ordered the restoration of free natural hot spring pools that were mysteriously filled with dirt and boulders last fall.
СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ's chief electoral officer pushes against 'false narratives' in 2024 vote

СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ's chief electoral officer pushes against 'false narratives' in 2024 vote

VICTORIA — British Columbia's chief electoral officer has issued a report he says pushes back against "false narratives" about the 2024 provincial election, as the Opposition СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ Conservatives continue to call for an independent review.
СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ human rights commissioner details government action, inaction on recommendations

СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ human rights commissioner details government action, inaction on recommendations

VANCOUVER — British Columbia's human rights commissioner says her office has been "re-energized" to push the provincial government to act upon dozens of recommendations to improve human rights made in her first five-year term.