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Ottawa approves Enbridge's $4B Sunrise natural gas pipeline expansion project

Ottawa has approved Enbridge Inc.'s $4-billion Sunrise natural gas pipeline project in British Columbia, bolstering a West Coast liquefied natural gas project in which the company has a stake, Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson said Friday.

How DRIPA drove the B.C. government to a crisis point

When governments sign a document committing to obtain the free and informed consent of Indigenous peoples before approving projects affecting their lands or resources, do they mean it? That is the question at the heart of the controversy that has plagued the B.C. government for months.

Surviving breast cancer made her more grateful for her body. Her stage show aims to help others feel the same

Nearly 30,000 Canadians will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, according to Breast Cancer Canada, and about one in eight women will be diagnosed at some point during their lives. And yet, Emma Jarrett says, people don’t talk about it very openly.

LNG Canada ordered to identify cause of black smoke during flaring at Kitimat facility

The B.C. Energy Regulator has issued an order to LNG Canada to address at least two instances of black smoke emissions during flaring at the site in Kitimat, B.C.

Wildfire burning near Hell's Gate grows to 40 hectares

B.C.'s wildfire season is off to an early start with 22 active wildfires burning on Friday, 10 of which were started in the last 24 hours.

B.C.'s Camryn Rogers repeats as women's hammer throw champ at Kip Keino Classic

Camryn Rogers won a second consecutive women's hammer throw title at the Kip Keino Classic on Friday in Nairobi's Nyayo National Stadium.

Northern Super League champions Vancouver Rise FC kick off new season at home

The NSL’s reigning champions return to the pitch Friday night, taking on the team they had to beat in the final.

Authors Maria Reva and Julian Brave NoiseCat named finalists for B.C. and Yukon Book Prizes

The annual awards recognize the work of B.C and Yukon writers and artists.

Federal government approves $4B natural gas pipeline expansion in B.C.

The pipeline expansion project will begin from Chetwynd, B.C., and run down to Vancouver, sending natural gas all the way down to the U.S. border.

OpenAI's Sam Altman writes apology to community of Tumbler Ridge

The CEO of the company responsible for ChatGTP has sent a written apology to the community of Tumbler Ridge.

Ahead of key debate, analyst says B.C. Conservative leadership race opening up

All five remaining candidates for the leadership of the Conservative Party of B.C. will face off against each other for the first time during a debate Friday in Vancouver.

Fatal stabbing off East Hastings Street probed as Vancouver's 3rd homicide of 2026

Vancouver police said the victim was stabbed near East Hastings Street and Dunlevy Avenue early Friday morning and later died in hospital.

Iranian-born boxer proud of her culture while pursuing Olympic glory for Canada

The story of Canada’s No. 1-ranked flyweight boxer, Iranian-born Nyousha Nakhjiri, will make its big screen debut this weekend in the documentary Constant Battles.

Out-of-control wildfire burning south of Hells Gate in Fraser Canyon

The Ferrabee wildfire was discovered on Thursday on the east side of Highway 1. It is about 40 hectares and is believed to be human-caused, according to the BC Wildfire Service.

10 properties under evacuation alert due to wildfire in the Cariboo

The Xeni Gwet’in First Nation Government, Tŝilhqot’in National Government and Cariboo Regional District issued the alert, which covers 465.96 hectares.

400-metre landslide in Old Fort, B.C., has shifted only road out of community by 62 metres

The B.C. Transportation Ministry says the 400-metre wide slide, which destroyed part of Old Fort Road, was moving at around 18 to 24 centimetres per hour as of Thursday.

Enbridge's B.C. LNG pipeline expansion has the green light. What does it mean?

The federal government announced Friday it has approved Enbridge Inc.’s $4-billion Sunrise natural gas pipeline project in British Columbia. Here's a quick rundown of the project and why it's important.

B.C. Supreme Court orders return of $5.1M in dispute between Kelowna businessman and assistant

A British Columbia Supreme Court judge has ruled that millions of dollars transferred from a wealthy Kelowna businessman to his personal assistant must be returned - while also awarding the assistant damages for sexual assault.

B.C. Supreme Court judge approves disposal of Robert Pickton evidence

Thousands of pieces of evidence were seized from serial killer Robert Pickton’s pig farm decades ago, whether it was used in his murder trial or not.

Metro Vancouver moving straight to Stage 2 water restrictions on May 1

Officials say it is unprecedented this early in the year to move to Stage 2, but with a dry forecast and a low snowpack, it is necessary.

OpenAI CEO apologizes to Tumbler Ridge for not alerting police about shooter’s account

In the letter, CEO Sam Altman said, 'I am deeply sorry that we did not alert law enforcement to the account that was banned in June.'

Nanaimo First Nation sends strongly worded letter to city over proposed development

Nanaimo Forest Products owns a parcel of land near Nanaimo and the company wants to build an industrial park on one part of the property, with another section zoned as parkland.

Anti-Sikh discrimination on the rise according to national report

A new report featuring surveys of Canadian Sikhs describes a rising trend of hate and discrimination against one of the country’s largest ethno-religious populations.

Crown claims former Mountie's actions 'affront to Canadian sovereignty' as foreign influence trial nears end

A former Mountie committed "an affront to Canadian sovereignty" by allegedly acting at China's behest to target an alleged fraudster, a Crown lawyer told the judge overseeing William Majcher's B.C. Supreme Court trial Friday.

Vancouver's Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden celebrates 40th anniversary

One of Vancouver's most prized cultural areas, the garden sits in the heart of Vancouver's Chinatown and was constructed by over 50 master craftsmen from China.

First cruise ship of season docks in Nanaimo

The cruise dock was first built in 2011 with hopes of welcoming up to 30 ships a year. This year Nanaimo will welcome eight.

Cut off by 3rd landslide in a decade, Old Fort, B.C., residents worry about community's future

About 150 people have once again been cut off from neighbouring communities due to a slow-moving landslide south of Fort St. John, B.C.

Man killed in fire at Abbotsford homeless encampment, police say

A man was killed in a fire at an Abbotsford, B.C., homeless encampment on Friday evening. Police say they have arrested a man in the case, which is suspected to be a homicide.

Rock slide shuts down Highway 16 from west of Jasper, Alta., to B.C.

A rock slide in the Rocky Mountains early Saturday morning has forced Highway 16 to close to all traffic, from just west of Jasper, Alta., and stretching partway into B.C.

What's love got to do with keeping MLS soccer in Vancouver? Whitecaps fans hope a lot

With rumours of relocation swirling, the Southsiders supporters group has launched Save The Caps, a campaign to let it be known that fans aren't OK with the club moving out of Vancouver.

Identification of rare slime mould in Slocan Valley leads to naming of new species

Amateur mycologist Tyson Ehlers spent years wandering the forests in the Slocan Valley, collecting and identifying fungi and slime mould specimens. Then, one day, he stumbled upon something unexpected.

Nightmares, death threats and more: one B.C. senior shares his homelessness story

A former Surrey, B.C., teacher who is dealing with homelessness says that there's a misconception that it only happens to those dealing with drug or mental health problems.

Kamloops goalie named NCAA Most Outstanding Player, leads team to national championship

The 20-year-old freshman from Kamloops, B.C., went from the third-string goaltender for the University of Denver Pioneers, to NCAA Most Outstanding Player in less than three months, breaking the league’s single-season save percentage record.

Leadership hopefuls clash at B.C. Conservative debate

All five candidates running for the leadership of the Conservative Party of B.C. said during a debate in Vancouver on Friday that they would repeal the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act. They also promised to revive the provincial economy and improve public safety.

Metro Vancouver to ban lawn watering amid early Stage 2 water restrictions

The regional district implements summer water restrictions annually at the start of May, but this year it is taking the unusual step of skipping Stage 1 restrictions and heading straight for Stage 2.

Professional climber dies after 20 metre fall from Stawamus Chief in Squamish

Will Stanhope was widely known as a free solo climber and was a member of the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides. He was scaling Rutabaga at the time of his fall.

Firefighter from Trail found not guilty of assaulting of homeless man

A firefighter from Trail, B.C., who was charged with assaulting a man who was homeless has been found not guilty.

Metro Vancouver's stal̕əw̓asəm Bridge closed for final paving until Monday

The stal̕əw̓asəm Bridge connecting Surrey and New Westminster is closed this weekend as crews complete the final surface paving.

Governor General travelling to Tumbler Ridge, B.C., months after deadly mass shooting

Governor General Mary Simon will visit Tumbler Ridge, B.C., next week to support healing efforts months after a mass shooting that killed eight people.

This ecologist looks to wildfire history to support communities navigating the fires of today

Kira Hoffman, a fire ecologist at UBC who researches wildfire behavior and Indigenous-led fire stewardship, says her recent award from National Geographic is shared with the First Nations who've shared their knowledge and stewarded the land for millennia.

Otterly adorable: River otter pups found hidden under Richmond shed

Chances are, at some point, everyone encounters a not-so-welcome visitor in or around their home. Perhaps a destructive squirrel in the attic, a smelly skunk under the porch or a raccoon absolutely destroying garbage bins — but this story, dear reader, is about a family of otters.

Major traffic disruptions expected in Victoria for TC10K, Khalsa Day Parade, police say

Police in Victoria, B.C., are warning residents and travellers about major traffic disruptions throughout the area as two major events attracting thousands of people are scheduled to take place on Sunday.

Wedding dreams crushed as Kelowna winery goes into receivership

A Kelowna, B.C., winery has left a number of couples jilted at the altar after going into receivership. Court documents show Vibrant Vine owes lenders nearly $7 million — and took wedding bookings despite being in financial trouble.

How 1 family is coping a year after toddler nearly killed in Lapu-Lapu Day tragedy

Val De La Cruz and his son Jeb were lining up for a lemonade at the Lapu-Lapu Day festival last April when the two were struck by an SUV ramming through the crowd. One year on, the 2 ½-year-old is back to giggling and singing, but his parents are still dealing with injuries and fear.

1 reason why healthy people have heart attacks, and what experts say could help

Research indicates that about one in five Canadians have high levels of Lipoprotein(a), putting them at greater risk of a heart attack or stroke. And yet, many people have no idea because there is no routine screening for Lp(a), which also has no symptoms. That's something experts have been wanting to change.

Recipe: Apple and pecan stuffed French Toast with cream cheese filling

Perfect for a brunch gathering, this Apple and Pecan Stuffed French Toast with Cream Cheese Filling is a warm, cozy show-stopper that brings everyone to the kitchen.

‘Just wreckage’: Vancouver police, witnesses recall Lapu Lapu tragedy on 1st anniversary

It has been a year since the devastating Lapu Lapu festival attack. Global BC takes a look back at what happened, what people saw and how they are trying to move on.

Vancouver marks first anniversary of Lapu-Lapu Day tragedy

B.C. Court of Appeal says alleged drug trafficker will be extradited to U.S.

The B.C. Court of Appeal has overturned a lower court decision and ruled that an alleged drug trafficker, who operated on the Silk Road online platform, will face extradition to the U.S.