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BCDec 12, 2024

More than 40 vehicles vandalized in Nanaimo, B.C., in one night

Mounties in Nanaimo are looking for witnesses or camera footage that may help them pinpoint the person, or people, involved in the vandalism of dozens of vehicles over several hours. An RCMP statement says officers received 42 reports of windows being smashed, tires being flattened and broken side mirrors. Police say the incidents happened between 11 p.m. on Tuesday and 4:30 a.m. on Wednesday. They say all of the vehicles were either parked on the street or in parkades or parking lots. The RCMP say that officers noted that only drivers side windows were shattered on nine vehicles found on Harw
b-c-selects-nine-wind-power-projects-to-boost-energy-supply-by-eight-per-cent-a-year
BCDec 10, 2024

B.C. selects nine wind power projects to boost energy supply by eight per cent a year

British Columbia has given the green light to nine wind energy projects that will boost the province's hydro-electric grid by eight per cent a year, enough to power 500,000 homes. Premier David Eby says BC Hydro, a Crown utility, has selected the projects following a strong response to its call for new renewable power-generation operations. He says the development and construction will generate between $5 billion and $6 billion in private spending on the projects, four of which will be located in the B.C. Interior, four in the North and one on Vancouver Island. The power supply announcement co
bc-leads-canada-in-opioid-deaths
BCDec 06, 2024

BC Leads Canada in Opioid Deaths

British Columbia recorded the highest rate of opioid deaths in Canada in 2023, with 40.3 deaths per 100,000 population, according to Statistics Canada. Alberta and Saskatchewan followed closely. BC Health Minister Josie Osborne noted that while 2024 has seen a decline in deaths from dangerous drugs, the toxic drug supply remains a critical public health issue impacting all regions. The report revealed that over 15,000 lives have been lost to drug poisoning in BC since the public health emergency was declared in 2016. Minister Osborne highlighted government efforts to prevent further deaths, i
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BCDec 06, 2024

Avalanche risk expected to rise in parts of B.C. this weekend

The British Columbia government is encouraging people to do their research on avalanche risk before heading into the backcountry, as forecasts show danger ratings are expected to increase in some areas over the weekend. Emergency Management Minister Kelly Greene says in a statement that everyone should share their plan with a friend or family member and check forecasts and guidance from Avalanche Canada before setting out. The latest forecast puts the danger rating at the lowest level out of five across the Coast Mountains on the Sunshine Coast and in the Sea to Sky region, includin
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BCDec 04, 2024

West Edmonton Mall suspect added to Canada's Most Wanted list after 2023 shooting

Police are looking for a suspect in a shooting that injured three people and caused an hours-long lockdown at West Edmonton Mall last year. Officers responded in August 2023 to an exchange of gunfire between two groups in the mall parkade, and police say it was targeted. Three men involved in the shooting were hurt. Police say a Canada-wide warrant was been issued for Leron Andrew John on several firearms charges. The 24-year-old has been added to Canada's 25 Most Wanted list compiled by BOLO, a federal program that helps police find suspects. Police say he has ties to Edmont
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BCDec 04, 2024

Heavy fog again envelopes Metro Vancouver, parts of southern B.C. coast

Heavy fog has again enveloped parts of southwestern British Columbia, including Metro Vancouver, a day after the region saw near-zero visibility. Environment Canada has reinstated a fog advisory, this time also covering parts of Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast. The weather agency says a ridge of high pressure remains over the region, creating favourable conditions for low clouds and dense fog. The advisory says the fog is expected to dissipate later in the day but may again reform in the evening. At Vancouver International Airport, there has been at least one departure flight cancelled
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BCDec 03, 2024

B.C. nurse suspended for sharing patient information

B.C. nurse has been suspended for eight months for improperly accessing and sharing patient information. According to the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, Lindsay Rints of Duncan obtained a patient’s personal information in October 2022 without authorization. The college’s website confirms that the agreement regarding disciplinary action was approved on November 28, 2023. As a result, Rints’ nursing registration has been suspended for eight months. Officials emphasized that nurses are only permitted to access the personal or health information of patients they are directly treating.
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BCDec 02, 2024

Taylor Swift fans warned of fake ticket scams ahead of Vancouver concerts

The Better Business Bureau in British Columbia is warning Taylor Swift fans of scams ahead of the superstar's Vancouver concerts, highlighting one case in which a social media profile was allegedly hacked and used to sell fake tickets. It says $2,000 was stolen from fans hoping to attend the shows, which will be at BC Place on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The warning comes after police in Toronto last month arrested a woman for allegedly selling about $70,000 worth of fake Swift tickets ahead of the concerts there. The Better Business Bureau says in a release that the case in B.C. was reported
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BCDec 02, 2024

Warnings from Environment Canada as heavy snow, freezing rain hit northern B.C.

A winter storm has dumped heavy snow over parts of British Columbia's north coast with freezing rain in the forecast as temperatures start to rise. A warning from Environment Canada says the Terrace area could see as much as 50 centimetres of snow in total, with a risk of freezing rain, followed by rain. The weather office says the messy winter mix was expected to shift to rain overnight as the storm system pushes inland, drawing in warm Pacific air. The bulletin says the rapidly accumulating snow followed by rain or freezing rain would make driving difficult due to poor visibility and slipper
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IndiaMay 11, 2025

If the India-Pakistan conflict had not stopped, millions of people would have died: Trump

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WorldMay 11, 2025

Pakistan's Defense Minister said that India's strategy has completely failed

After the ceasefire between the two countries, Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif said that India's aggressive policy has completely failed in front of Pakistan. Pakistan's Daily Times newspaper has quoted the Defense Minister as saying that India was expecting an easy victory, but its cover has been exposed on the military and diplomatic front. Khawaja Asif said that the myth of Indian arrogance has blown up in the air. During this conflict, India was stunned by the retaliation taken by Pakistan. He said that India could not succeed in explaining its claims to a single country. The Def
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IndiaMay 10, 2025

Indian Foreign Secretary calls on Pakistan to 'address violations'

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