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A correction to a Jan. 30 story about B.C.'s new lieutenant-governor

A story that moved on Thursday, Jan. 30, about British Columbia's new lieutenant-governor incorrectly described the military personnel who provided a gun salute as troopers. In fact, they were gunners. The Canadian Press

Feb 1, 2025 8:40 AM Read more >

Wendy Cocchia sworn in as B.C.'s 31st lieutenant-governor

VICTORIA — Premier David Eby has introduced British Columbia's new lieutenant-governor, saying Wendy Cocchia's lifelong leadership and dedication to community service sets an example for everyone.

Feb 1, 2025 8:40 AM Read more >

Avalanche warning issued for B.C. as winter weather forecasted

VANCOUVER — Avalanche Canada is warning anyone planning to head into British Columbia's backcountry that incoming winter weather is expected to bring a "major increase in avalanche danger.

Jan 31, 2025 10:13 AM Read more >

Minister fires Greater Victoria School Board after disagreements over police in schools

The move follows an ongoing dispute over the board’s cancellation of the school police liaison program

Jan 31, 2025 5:01 AM Read more >

Island mayors ask province for relief on 911 costs they've been forced to take on

Mayors and councillors from 10 south Island municipalities that will soon have to pay for 911 dispatch protested at the legislature Thursday

Jan 31, 2025 3:40 AM Read more >

B.C. urges caution as Environment Canada warns of 'wintry mix' on south coast

VANCOUVER — The British Columbia government has advised drivers across the south coast to avoid travel when possible as a "wintry mix" of rain and snow hits the region.

Jan 30, 2025 5:02 PM Read more >

BCCLA files lawsuit against City of Vancouver's ban on daytime shelters

VANCOUVER — The BC Civil Liberties Association says it has filed a lawsuit against the City of Vancouver to challenge the municipality's daytime ban on outdoor sheltering, calling it "cruel, dehumanizing and deadly.

Jan 30, 2025 2:53 PM Read more >

'Lucky’: No serious injuries after four-vehicle crash on Highway 1

BC Highway Patrol: "This collision was spread over a really wide area."

Jan 30, 2025 11:49 AM Read more >

B.C. woman pleads guilty to multiple charges of human trafficking after 2023 arrest

A British Columbia woman has pleaded guilty to charges of human trafficking, assault, unlawful confinement and sexual exploitation of minors.

Jan 30, 2025 11:42 AM Read more >

B.C. Lt.-Gov. Janet Austin wraps up seven-year post

British Columbia's lieutenant-governor is leaving office after seven years on the job, with Premier David Eby telling her farewell ceremony that her focus on reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples was among her key contributions.

Jan 29, 2025 7:33 PM Read more >