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20D AGO

Suspect in fatal Surrey stabbing shot dead by police

Two people were stabbed near Old Yale Road and Holland Park Friday; one died. Police shot the suspect during confrontation.

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Low-income transit passes campaign heats up as fares rise July 1

Metro Vancouver advocacy group pushes for income-based discounts as five per cent fare hike looms. Toronto and Calgary already offer them.

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Metro Vancouver study urges planners to design for dementia

SFU research finds that busy streets, poor sidewalks, and lack of rest spaces create outsized barriers for people living with dementia.

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B.C. Conservatives set to name new leader tonight

Five finalists competing in preferential ballot vote as party gathers in Vancouver this evening.

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Korean culture festival takes over Langley this weekend

Two-day celebration of food, performance, and tradition at Willoughby Community Park draws 20,000+ expected visitors.

21D AGO

158 affordable homes now open in Victoria

Caledonia project adds apartments and townhomes with rents tied to household income, part of $19B provincial investment.

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Migrant workers win lawsuit against Mac's Convenience Stores

B.C. court finds retailer liable for exploiting 880 workers through illegal recruitment fees; up to $8,000 charged per person.

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FIFA World Cup will cost B.C. up to $729 million gross, $114M net

Updated projections show security costs at $242 million. Hotel tax and federal funding offset most expenses for hosting seven matches at...

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B.C. bars and restaurants can now buy from private liquor stores

Three-year trial lets hospitality venues purchase directly from private retailers, addressing supply issues that hit during last year's...

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New Westminster man charged after weapons found in sex exploitation case

Police uncovered an arsenal including an SKS rifle, shotgun, and 3D-printed firearm parts after investigating a man seen with a youth in public.

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Man guilty in 2023 murder of housemate

Justice Veronica Jackson found Michael King guilty of second-degree murder in the death of 70-year-old Michael Jones, who was struck...

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Couple cycles Canada for Kids Help Phone

Burlington couple begins 7,700-km journey from Vancouver to Halifax to raise $100,000 for youth mental health, starting Sunday.