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Why B.C. paramedics recorded their busiest day ever in overdose calls

Why B.C. paramedics recorded their busiest day ever in overdose calls

Last Friday, B.C. paramedics responded to 131 overdose calls — roughly double the average number of calls answered in a single day across the province
Canada Day celebrations held in cars at Vancouver's Pacific National Exhibition

Canada Day celebrations held in cars at Vancouver's Pacific National Exhibition

VANCOUVER — Organizers at the Pacific National Exhibition hosted a live parade on Canada Day, but with a twist. Spokeswoman Laura Ballance says it was a "reverse parade" where people stayed in their cars and the route was stationary.
Squamish-area man charged in death of black bear

Squamish-area man charged in death of black bear

Conservation Officer Service said animal was killed with a crossbow in a no-hunting zone

Victoria Police seek help identifying man in potential hate crime

VICTORIA — Police are investigating a potential hate crime after a Black man was attacked aboard a BC Transit bus. Victoria Police say patrol officers were flagged down on June 19 just after 4 p.m.

Duke and Duchess of Cambridge thank B.C. health workers on Canada Day

SURREY, B.C. — The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge spoke with health workers in British Columbia via video call about their experiences working during COVID-19 on Canada Day.
B.C.'s multimillion-dollar Valemount Glacier Resort expects delays

B.C.'s multimillion-dollar Valemount Glacier Resort expects delays

After eight years of planning, and three years since it was approved, the Valemount Glacier ski resort was expected to being construction in mid-2021
River centre says heavy rains could bring flooding to central, northeastern B.C.

River centre says heavy rains could bring flooding to central, northeastern B.C.

VICTORIA — Officials are urging people in parts of British Columbia's interior to be careful around rivers as Environment Canada forecasts heavy rainfall in central and northeastern parts of the province starting Wednesday.

B.C. finance minister says 'benefit companies' would think beyond profits

VICTORIA — The British Columbia government has created the option of so-called benefit companies that would measure their success through service to the community, not just profits. Finance Minister Carole James said B.C.

Probe launched into handling of allegations against B.C. police chief's wife

VICTORIA — The office of B.C.'s police complaint commissioner says it has started an investigation into allegations of misconduct over the Delta Police Department's handling of allegations involving the spouse of the police chief.

Some visitors can return to B.C. long-term care homes after COVID-19 closures

VICTORIA — Four months after COVID-19 surfaced in British Columbia's long-term care homes, residents are finally allowed to see a loved one, health authorities announced Tuesday. Isobel Mackenzie, B.C.