Wildfires Ease, FIFA Fever in Vancouver & Shellfish Warning — Vancouver Thursday

Initial probe finds 'electrical non-compliances' at B.C. water park where 12 kids shocked

A preliminary investigation into an incident at a B.C. water park that sent a dozen children to hospital on Monday has found multiple "electrical non-compliances" at the site.

Bailey's Law: MP's bill on intimate partner violence passed

The Criminal Code will soon be updated to allow the killer of an intimate partner to be charged with first-degree murder regardless of whether the act was premeditated.

B.C. allows retail and online sales of non-prescription hearing aids

The provincial government says in a statement that adults with mild to moderate hearing loss can now buy over-the-counter hearing aids without a prescription.

Pump failure prompts emergency water restriction in Elkford, B.C.

A boil water advisory is in place for approximately half of Elkford's properties.

'Very rare whale': Endangered North Pacific right whale photographed in B.C.

North Pacific right whales have only been spotted seven times in B.C.

Vancouver Goldeneyes pick American Caroline Harvey 1st overall in PWHL draft

Generational American defender Caroline Harvey is a member of the Vancouver Goldeneyes. The 23-year-old was selected first overall by Vancouver at the 2026 PWHL Draft in Detroit on Wednesday night.

1st Surrey Police Board meeting since chief's ouster descends into chaos

The first meeting of the Surrey Police Board following the ouster of its former chief was marked by backlash from the public, who demanded transparency and answers weeks after the shock departure of Norm Lipinski.

Man sentenced to 8 years in prison after fatally stabbing teen on Surrey bus

Kaiden Mintenko was found guilty last year in the killing on April 11, 2023, of a 17-year-old youth on the 503 bus near Surrey Central station.

Qualicum School District votes to cut front-line staff due to declining enrolment

The Qualicum School Board voted to cut front-line staff to balance its budget due to declining enrolment next year, despite objections from parents who say the positions are greatly needed to support students in the Vancouver Island district.

3 youths arrested after fire destroys historic rail car in Port Alberni

A rail car burned in Port Alberni on Tuesday, amidst a string of vandalism to the property. Volunteers at the Alberni Pacific Railway believe the act may be targeted.

Prince George Spruce Kings likely to fold without new arena, general manager warns

Benching the team in order for full renovations to take place would cost the team its spot in the BCHL, Spruce Kings' general manager says.

Canada shooting for 1st FIFA World Cup victory against Qatar in 2nd matchup

Canada and Qatar have faced each other once before, with Canada securing the 2-0 win in a friendly played in Austria in September 2022.

‘Australians were purposely trying to drink us dry’: Vancouver bar on World Cup profit win

Dublin Calling, a sports bar on Granville Street, has been packed since the tournament began, filling up during the morning games and staying that way throughout the day.

How the deadly 2021 B.C. heat dome permanently changed ecosystems

In late June 2021, B.C. and the Pacific Northwest baked under a heat dome that led to over 600 people's deaths and permanently altered ecosystems far and wide.

Ban or no ban, parents face dilemma over kids' online safety

Parents are on their own in deciding which — if any — social media platforms to allow, and how to balance digital safety with kids’ needs for connection and self-expression. There are, however, things parents can do. CBC News asked a mother and an expert to weigh in.

Carney announces $200M for new school and health-care centre in Tumbler Ridge

Carney says $100M will come from province, $100M from feds.

Passenger drowned in 2024 seaplane crash near Port Hardy due to snagged foot: TSB

Canada's Transportation Safety Board is urging seaplane pilots to be aware of risks when landing on calm and glassy water after a crash near Port Hardy, B.C., two years ago killed one passenger, who became entangled in a seatbelt and couldn't escape.

Canada vs. Qatar: Fans descend on Vancouver before World Cup match at B.C. Place

Province commits $500K as 'first step' to saving popular lake in northeastern B.C.

Inga Lake, a popular recreation site and trout fishery at risk of being decommissioned near Fort St. John, B.C., is getting financial relief from the province.

Carney says B.C. infrastructure funding to include new Tumbler Ridge school

Carney made the announcement in Vancouver as part of a housing funding plan that includes reducing fees for developers and converting unsold new condos into affordable housing.

Canada fans to paint Vancouver red for 2nd FIFA World Cup game

Canadian supporters group The Voyageurs will be staging a march along the so-called "last mile" to the stadium, starting near Science World.

B.C. First Nation banishes 5 members who pose serious safety risk

The Taku River Tlingit First Nation has Traditional Territories in the Yukon Territories, Northern British Columbia, Canada and Alaska.

B.C. warns of contaminated shellfish risk

The centre says eating contaminated shellfish can lead to serious illness, including paralytic shellfish poisoning, amnesic shellfish poisoning and diarrhetic shellfish poisoning.

B.C. gold mine sues province for suddenly suspending mining rights

The Yellow Giant mine on Banks Island began commercial production in 2015, but was shut down by the province that same year after releasing excess tailings and effluent.

Evacuation alert lifted for West Kelowna residents following wildfire

In an update on Thursday, the Regional District of Central Okanagan said it was quiet on the fire overnight and no major issues were reported.

Some Vancouver businesses struggling during FIFA World Cup

Bao Bei restaurant on Keefer Street told Global News that it has seen a 30-per cent drop in business from the same time last year.

Rutland’s ‘Blue Shirts’ return to support businesses, community

Business owners say they're tired of dealing with theft, disorder and makeshift camps a community patrol program known as the "Blue Shirts" is making a comeback