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Former B.C. MLA launches CentreBC party, wants to 'push back' against polarization

Karin Kirkpatrick, a former BC Liberal MLA, says she has heard from "countless" B.C. residents about "the lack of a pragmatic, centrist choice for voters" in the province.

Apr 10, 2025 5:12 PM Read more >

Two killed when house on small British Columbia island collapses

POWELL RIVER — Two people have been killed after being trapped under a house on a small island off British Columbia's coast.

Apr 10, 2025 5:08 PM Read more >

Police watchdog investigating Vancouver arrest at Tim Hortons

The man was transported to a hospital where the injury was confirmed, according to the IIO.

Apr 10, 2025 4:28 PM Read more >

B.C. court certifies class action for children in care education plans

The Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver brought the class action on behalf of children in government care against the Public Guardian and Trustee of British Columbia.

Apr 10, 2025 3:37 PM Read more >

Vancouver bar owner charged with sex assault, confinement, drugging

Chih Hwa Leo Chow, owner of Brickhouse Late Nite Bistro and Bar, was charged on Feb. 14.

Apr 10, 2025 3:16 PM Read more >

Vancouver officer charged with assault related to alleged incident at jail

VICTORIA — Crown prosecutors in British Columbia say a Vancouver police officer has been charged with assault related to an alleged incident in 2023.

Apr 10, 2025 2:08 PM Read more >

VPD investigating suspected homicide: Vancouver man, 92, assaulted in alley before death

Police have identified several suspects and are asking anyone with information to come forward.

Apr 10, 2025 11:29 AM Read more >

'Whole house shook': Mystery explosion heard in Abbotsford, police investigating

People living in Abbotsford are looking for answers after a loud explosion on Thursday morning.

Apr 10, 2025 10:56 AM Read more >

Federal NDP leader worried for kids after Saskatchewan MLA called him a terrorist

RICHMOND — Federal NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says he's worried about the message being sent to children after a Saskatchewan legislature member and former teacher called him a terrorist. Speaking to reporters in Richmond, B.C.

Apr 10, 2025 9:25 AM Read more >

Sole trustee in Greater Victoria School District approves $331M budget in absence of fired board

Sherri Bell, a former Greater Victoria School District superintendent, gave the required three readings for the budget document Tuesday night.

Apr 10, 2025 1:55 AM Read more >