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Delta's bog a backdrop for Metro's carbon neutrality announcement

Delta's bog a backdrop for Metro's carbon neutrality announcement

The City of Delta was acknowledged for its key role in helping the regional district achieve corporate carbon neutrality for 2019 and potentially through 2022.
Train collides with vehicle in Squamish Saturday

Train collides with vehicle in Squamish Saturday

Minor injuries to vehicle occupant: CN
Yes, labour trafficking and exploitation happen in Squamish

Yes, labour trafficking and exploitation happen in Squamish

The issues and where to go to get help
Man dead, woman in hospital after suspected carbon monoxide poisoning at Ruby Lake cabin

Man dead, woman in hospital after suspected carbon monoxide poisoning at Ruby Lake cabin

The BC Coroners Service is investigating after a 29-year-old man died of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning at a home on the west side of Ruby Lake on Saturday, June 27.
Earthquake recorded between Victoria and Port Angeles

Earthquake recorded between Victoria and Port Angeles

A small earthquake was recorded in the ocean between Victoria and Port Angeles at 3:16 a.m. Sunday. The U.S. Geological Survey recorded it at as 2.5-magnitude quake, while Earthquakes Canada had it at 2.0.
Eric Akis: Are you a Canadian foodie? Take this quiz and find out

Eric Akis: Are you a Canadian foodie? Take this quiz and find out

Canada Day will soon be here, the time of year I offer another edition of my annual Canadian food quiz. Give it a try, eh, and see how you do. You’ll find the answers here .
Spotted: Giant insect like a cross between moth and tarantula

Spotted: Giant insect like a cross between moth and tarantula

Chantal Contorines was walking to her car when her daughter Sofia spotted an enormous insect on the pavement under a tree. “What is that, Mom?” asked the nine-year-old. Contorines didn’t have a clue.
Feds announce Canada Student Service Grant

Feds announce Canada Student Service Grant

Post-secondary students and recent grads eligible for up to $5,000
District of Squamish considers 50% off for recreational passes to CERB recipients

District of Squamish considers 50% off for recreational passes to CERB recipients

Facilities are reopening in a five-phased plan
Helicopter landing on Tofino beach probed

Helicopter landing on Tofino beach probed

A private helicopter that made what looked like a non-emergency landing on a Tofino beach has sparked an investigation by Transport Canada that could result in fines and suspensions for the operators.