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Range Rover: First-world problems?

Range Rover: First-world problems?

'Something has to break to rein in short-term rentals...'
Is safer supply safe? Critics say it hooks new users; others argue it saves lives

Is safer supply safe? Critics say it hooks new users; others argue it saves lives

The controversy around giving drug users prescribed alternative drugs like hydromorphone amped up when a B.C. Coroners Service death review panel recommended opening the program up to those without prescriptions.
Les Leyne: An appointed premier readies for his first election

Les Leyne: An appointed premier readies for his first election

After a year as an appointed premier, B.C. Premier David Eby won a 93 per cent approval rating from NDP delegates on Saturday. Now he has 11 months — at most — to prepare for an election.
Embark on a day-long journey through Virgin River's real-life shooting spots

Embark on a day-long journey through Virgin River's real-life shooting spots

The tour takes clients through the Sea to Sky and Lower Mainlands spots featured in the Netflix drama.
Bikers Against Child Abuse gives thanks to Squamish councillor

Bikers Against Child Abuse gives thanks to Squamish councillor

Two members of BACA gave a framed letter of thanks to Coun. John French for his support on Saturday, Nov. 18.
'Porch pirate' who scooped Amazon packages from apartments gets 60 days jail

'Porch pirate' who scooped Amazon packages from apartments gets 60 days jail

The thief waited for residents to leave to gain access to buildings.
Tseshaht First Nation gets $2.7M in federal funding to continue residential-school-site work

Tseshaht First Nation gets $2.7M in federal funding to continue residential-school-site work

Work will include additional ground-scanning, delivery of records to the families of those who died at the school, and creation of a memorial.
Photo of all-women Saanich police shift sends 'inspiring message,' says chief

Photo of all-women Saanich police shift sends 'inspiring message,' says chief

Chief Dean Duthie says the department, which currently has just under 30 per cent women officers, hopes to reach 50 per cent
Comment: Housing legislation needs to be amended

Comment: Housing legislation needs to be amended

Developing complete communities is complex and relies on many factors that aren’t simply about zoning.
Comment: Provincial housing legislation is necessary

Comment: Provincial housing legislation is necessary

Many local governments have not adequately responded in a way which prioritizes the long-term needs of the community.
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