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HighOnCity · The Vancouver Archive

Friday · May 15, 2026

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Pulse

Free Alien double feature tickets at Rio Theatre tonight

Someone's giving away free tickets to an Alien double feature at the Rio Theatre tonight at 6pm. First come first served, but heads up it's last-minute.

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Neighborhoods

DREAM Delta launches candidate accountability initiative

Community organization publishes election candidate responses and social media engagement

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Neighborhoods

Two B.C. men charged in U.S. human-smuggling scheme

Vancouver and Burnaby residents face charges for allegedly smuggling Vietnamese citizens

9:00
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Neighborhoods

Chilliwack man, 86, sentenced to life for killing neighbours

Robert Freeman receives life sentence with 10-year parole ineligibility for 2023 murders

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Neighborhoods

Cloverdale celebrates 49th annual Bed Races with community spirit

Atkinson Landscaping claims inaugural Bed Pan Trophy with creative training approach

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News Brief

North Vancouver recreation centre approves paid parking rates

City council approves payment structure for new Harry Jerome Community Recreation Centre

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News Brief

FIFA World Cup merchandise store opens at YVR

First dedicated 2026 World Cup retail location launches at Vancouver International Airport

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Eat & Drink

St. Lawrence offers best-value Michelin dining in Vancouver

Fine dining restaurant balances restraint and excellence at accessible price point

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News Brief

Victoria man sentenced for shooting friend in bulletproof vest

Adam Steenbergen convicted after fatal shooting of Michael Leier in 2023

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News Brief

Mission man arrested after stabbing near Park and Logan

33-year-old suspect apprehended following Thursday evening assault

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News Brief

BC SPCA Food Bank faces rising demand amid donation shortfall

Pet food bank experiencing more users while donations decline as cost of living rises

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News Brief

Vancouver introduces license plate cameras for parking enforcement

Pilot program using LPR technology to mail parking tickets to vehicle owners

9:00
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The Lead

Northern lights possible over Metro Vancouver this weekend

Geomagnetic storms could bring aurora displays to the region

9:00
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The Lead

Supreme Court recognizes intimate partner violence in civil law

Landmark ruling allows victims of coercive control to pursue civil damages

9:00
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The Lead

EV charger fire in New Westminster traced to remote technician error

Overheating charging station destroyed equipment and damaged adjacent vehicles and infrastructure

9:00
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The Lead

Virgin Voyages' Brilliant Lady makes first Vancouver port call

New cruise ship launches Alaska itinerary from Canada Place with 2,700-passenger capacity

9:00
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The Lead

Vancouver pools and beaches open for summer season

Two outdoor pools and nine staffed swimming beaches ready for swimmers starting Saturday

4:00
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Neighborhoods

Rare military police hearings conclude on suicide mishandling allegations

Defence department faces scrutiny over case investigation and response

4:00
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Neighborhoods

Tofino property owner wins reconsideration of major assessment hike

West Coast homeowner successfully challenges property valuation increase

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News Brief

Vegas Golden Knights hit with penalties for media rule violations

Coach John Tortorella fined $100K; team loses 2nd-round draft pick

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News Brief

Evander Kane reflects on worst NHL cities during podcast appearance

Former Canucks forward weighs in on playing conditions across league

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Eat & Drink

Hong Kong breakfast gem hiding in Vancouver food court

Hidden spot serves authentic egg, fish, and pork rice noodles

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News Brief

Baffinland Iron Mines seeks creditor protection amid financial crisis

Nunavut mining operation unable to service debt but continues operations

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News Brief

Two prominent Canadians stripped of Order of Canada

Sex abuse conviction and corruption charges end prestigious honors

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News Brief

Crown urges new trial in B.C. sex assault case dismissed for delays

Legal system grapples with case tossed over court backlogs in 2025

4:00
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News Brief

Metro Vancouver delays Delta-Richmond water tunnel project by years

Financial sustainability concerns push back critical infrastructure upgrade

4:00
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The Lead

B.C. Premier David Eby pushes back on federal pipeline agreement

Eby says Ottawa is rewarding Alberta's 'bad behaviour' with new bitumen pipeline deal

4:00
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The Lead

B.C. company stakes claim in artificial intelligence race

Local startup carves niche as foreign tech giants dominate AI landscape

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The Lead

Vancouver airport posts record Q1 passenger volumes

YVR continues post-pandemic momentum with best-ever first quarter

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The Lead

Distinguished Gentleman's Ride returns for 15th anniversary fundraiser

Hundreds of motorcyclists gear up for Movember's signature event this weekend

4:00
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The Lead

Vancouver readies for FIFA World Cup as stadium takeover begins

FIFA now controls BC Place; local sports museum forced to relocate

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Neighborhoods

Montreal sex workers plan strike during Grand Prix weekend

Labor action targets one of the city's most profitable weekends.

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Neighborhoods

Victoria cannabis club seeks government support amid forfeiture filing

30-year-old Victoria Cannabis Buyers Club pleads with city as province files for property seizure.

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Neighborhoods

Imagine Surrey wants Cloverdale Fairgrounds as world-class destination

Slate proposes fairgrounds restoration, ALR protection, and citywide food security strategy.

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News Brief

Jane Schoenbrun's queer slasher film debuts at Cannes

"Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma" features Gillian Anderson and Hannah Einbinder.

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News Brief

Casper Ruud reaches Italian Open final in Rome

Norwegian tennis star defeats Luciano Darderi to advance in prestigious clay court tournament.

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News Brief

Canada advances to hockey world championship semifinals

Connor Brown scores winning goal in 5-3 victory over Sweden in Switzerland.

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News Brief

Ontario tests asymptomatic people for hantavirus as cases rise

Low-risk cases to stop isolating if tests come back negative.

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Charges upgraded to first-degree murder in Abbotsford homeless camp death

IHIT pursues more serious charge following additional evidence collection.

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News Brief

Harvey Weinstein mistrial declared as jury reaches deadlock

Jury unable to reach verdict in Manhattan rape retrial after deliberations.

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News Brief

BC Ferries faces challenges ahead of Victoria Day long weekend

Ferry service warns of potential disruptions as peak travel period approaches.

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The Lead

Canucks draft pick from Hughes trade locked in after Vegas advances

Vancouver secures 24th overall pick for next month's draft in Buffalo.

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The Lead

John Travolta receives honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival

Actor honored at 79th international film festival in southern France.

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The Lead

Carney, Smith sign carbon price deal, suggest 2027 pipeline approval

Prime Minister and Alberta Premier reach agreement on climate policy with infrastructure implications.

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The Lead

Vancouver set to host FIFA World Cup in less than a month

Games expected to be significantly hotter than the last North American tournament in 1994.

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The Lead

Vehicle rampage through Vancouver park injures senior in critical condition

Driver sped through Nelson Park in West End early Friday, hitting pedestrians and park structures.

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Neighborhoods

Canadian wineries push for removal of provincial trade barriers

Industry groups argue scrapping restrictions could add billions to national GDP

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News Brief

Britannia Mine Museum offers unique underground Sea-to-Sky attraction

Explore industrial history and heritage in Squamish region

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News Brief

Grouse Mountain celebrates century of adventures at the Peak

Year-round experiences include outdoor movies against alpine backdrop

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News Brief

Canada releases FIFA World Cup $1 commemorative coins into circulation

Two design options available as nations prepare for June tournament kickoff

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News Brief

Air Transat hit with $70 million in fuel surcharges for March, April

Rising petroleum costs squeeze airline margins during spring peak season

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News Brief

Travel experts warn of peak Victoria Day weekend traffic and delays

YVR expects 330,000 visitors between Friday and Monday

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News Brief

U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen ends Tennessee campaign after district redraw

Memphis-based Democrat concedes race after state legislature redraws voting map

8:58
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News Brief

Texas court blocks removal of Democratic lawmakers over redistricting protest

High court protects quorum-break organizers in major political victory

8:58
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The Lead

Drake drops 'Iceman' album amid White House, Toronto buzz

Three-project surprise release sparks citywide frenzy and projections

8:58
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The Lead

S&P/TSX composite tumbles 400+ points amid market turmoil

Canadian and U.S. stock markets slide as investors reassess risk

8:58
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The Lead

Montreal's new REM branch becomes Canada's second-longest aerial rail

West Island line inaugural run marks major transit expansion milestone

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The Lead

VPN provider threatens to leave Canada over lawful access bill

Major privacy platform eyes exit amid government surveillance push

8:29
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Neighborhoods

Geese safely cross busy White Rock intersection with community help

Drivers and pedestrians show patience and kindness during wildlife crossing

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Neighborhoods

Delta police warn youth about construction site trespassing dangers

Safety alert issued as young people risk injuries at active work zones

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News Brief

White Lotus cameras roll at Cannes Film Festival

HBO series production underway at iconic Hôtel Martinez during festival

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News Brief

Ontario court to release decision in Peter Nygard appeal today

Former fashion mogul contests sexual assault convictions and sentence

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News Brief

Iran's top diplomat cites lack of trust in US peace talks

Foreign minister says contradictory messages create uncertainty about American intentions

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The Lead

Summer gas prices expected to reach record highs across Canada

Fuel costs could disrupt travel budgets and household finances this season

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The Lead

Diplomats call for robust Canadian sanctions on Israel

Former senior officials urge government to review trade agreements over Gaza conditions

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The Lead

Wall Street tumbles as AI stocks sink amid inflation concerns

Markets drop worldwide as investors reassess technology valuations

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The Lead

Canada FIFA World Cup coins enter circulation with two design options

Royal Canadian Mint releases commemorative $1 coins as host nation prepares for June tournament

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The Lead

Supreme Court recognizes intimate partner violence in landmark ruling

Canada's top court expands civil damages for survivors of domestic abuse

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Pulse

Bear released without charges after East Vancouver arrest

Reddit reacts with humour to wildlife incident resolution

6:30
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News Brief

Toronto releases second batch of free World Cup fan festival tickets

City expects to distribute more complimentary passes for festival events

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News Brief

Getting to BC Place via FIFA World Cup 26 spectator route

GUTOM guide walks fans through match day access routes and walking tours

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News Brief

Ontario consumption sites closure sparks user concerns

As clock ticks down, supervised site users fear shutdown will worsen crisis

6:30
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News Brief

Lost wallet on Bus 22 near Clark Drive and East 12th Avenue

Dark blue Calvin Klein wallet with IDs sought by owner; TransLink report filed

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News Brief

Experts call for evenly applied forensic nursing services across B.C.

Hospital workers and advocates push for consistent SANE services province-wide

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News Brief

Highway 1 eastbound partially blocked near Second Narrows Bridge

Vehicle incident causes merge lane disruption; DriveBC updates expected

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The Lead

OneBC's Vancouver-Quilchena MLA faces recall petition

Dallas Brodie becomes subject of constituent recall campaign

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The Lead

Housing starts pace accelerates in April across Canada

CMHC reports annual pace of housing starts up from previous month

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The Lead

Man pleads guilty in fatal stabbing outside Metro Vancouver pub

Criminal case resolved as defendant enters guilty plea

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The Lead

LNG bunkering fuels $3B expansion at Tilbury Island

Seaspan's new vessels enable liquefied natural gas refueling for container ships

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The Lead

Marmot spotted hitching ride under Vancouver-area car

Wildlife sighting raises questions about marmot population in Lower Mainland