Snowmobiler killed in avalanche near Valemount, B.C.

The snowmobiler was killed Friday after an avalanche near Valemount, B.C.

Indian business owner in B.C. loses $12K over rupee cancellation

by Rhianna Schmunk

Indian business owners in B.C. say they're set to take a hit when certain rupee banknotes are demonetized in the new year.

'A very difficult decision': Search for missing B.C. snowshoers called off

by Karin Larsen, Rhianna Schmunk

The search for two B.C. snowshoers missing since Christmas Day at Cypress Mountain Resort has been called off.

Rape relief workers angry over sex charges against senior VPD officer

There was a sense of appreciation at the Vancouver Rape Relief and Women’s Shelter in November, 2015 when Reza Moazami was sentenced to 23 years in prison for running a teenage prostitution ring in Vancouver.

3 things Vancouver needs to do better when the snow falls

by Cory Correia

When snow hits the Lower Mainland, the region has a habit of shutting down, and while Vancouver's snow removal plan is reviewed every year, approaches to public transportation, parking, and sidewalks could be improved.

Coquitlam man offers $250 to NYE chaperone who can tame his inner party animal

by Lien Yeung

'When I go out on New Year's all that pressure builds up and I get very excited,' says 25-year old Mehran Shariati.

Vancity members angry over banking system upgrade glitches

Vancity members express frustration and anger over banking and payroll issues weeks after credit union upgrades banking system.

Volunteering more in the new year? Don't over-commit

Many people resolve to volunteer more in the new year, but Volunteer B.C. says be wary of over-committing and leaving organizations hanging.

Snow and ice disrupting traffic on major highways across B.C.

by Yvette Brend

The Coquihalla Highway reopened today after snow conditions caused mayhem, stranding drivers for hours in their cars and trucks.

Photos Burnaby residents pound their way into 2017 through Japanese tradition

by Jon Hernandez

Residents in Burnaby pounded away the 2016 blues during Mochitsuki Day at the Nikkei Centre. They were treated to some delicious Japanese mochi, too.

Liberals 'dragging their heels' on electoral reform, critic says

Kelly Carmichael, executive director of Fair Vote Canada, says the federal government is dragging its heels on electoral reform.

Oliver, Emma top the list of most popular baby names in B.C. in 2015

by Richard Zussman

It seems British Columbians are saying "more please" to the name Oliver. For the first time the name tops the rankings for most popular baby boy name in the province.

2016's most read books at the Vancouver Public Library

by Maryse Zeidler

For those whose holiday traditions include stocking up on books, settling under a warm blanket and shutting out the world: This list is for you, friends.

Kamloops man dead after early morning fight

by Jenifer Norwell

The Kamloops RCMP Serious Crime Unit is investigating after a 42-year-old man was found unconscious on the north shore of Kamloops.

Canada to start face-to-face talks with China on trade deal in 2017

by Catharine Tunney

International Trade Minister Chrystia Freeland says she’s looking to have her first face-to-face meeting with China in February as Canada starts to explore a free trade agreement with the country.

Stomach, meet 2017's hottest food trend: the vegetable

by Roshini Nair

From avocados to craft cider, a food critic dishes on 2017 hottest food trends.

Sewage controversy in Greater Victoria finally circled the drain in 2016

by Liam Britten

In the Capital regional District, a foul debate finally — hopefully — came to a conclusion in 2016.

Nature conservancy aims to protect one million acres in B.C. by 2020

by Anna Dimoff

As British Columbians consider where to make their year-end donations, the Nature Conservancy of Canada is calling on people to consider supporting its Reach a Million campaign.

Vet bills for pit bull suffering second degree burns piling up, says Richmond animal group

by Lien Yeung

Isabelle was burned when her owner's trailer caught fire. She is now in constant pain and requires 24-hour care, says the Richmond Animal Protection Society.

British Columbians open to legalizing hard drugs, survey says

Laura Tate, executive director of the InnerChange Foundation, says most British Columbians are willing to consider the legalization of drugs beyond marijuana because of the unprecedented number of drug overdose deaths.

Wagstaffe's top science stories of 2016

by Johanna Wagstaffe

CBC meteorologist Johanna Wagstaffe picks the science stories with the biggest impact from the past year.

Royal B.C. Museum calls on Indigenous people to submit stories about relics

The Royal B.C. Museum in Victoria has brought in Francine Cunningham as the guest editor for the spring issue of its digital magazine Curious, which will focus on Indigenous peoples' relationship to the museum's collections.

Human remains found in Delta, B.C.

Police in Delta are investigating the discovery of human remains in a wooded area off a major Metro Vancouver thoroughfare.

Officer arrested: A look back at James Fisher's 29-year police career

by Liam Britten

Fisher spent 29 years in policing, and in those years, he received awards, was tapped for national service in Ottawa and even appeared in a U.S. documentary series.

Doctors struggling to cope with growing number of overdose patients with brain damage

by Clare Hennig

Doctors at St. Paul's Hospital, ground zero for the opioid crisis, are seeing 'catastrophic brain injuries from fentanyl overdoses' that are leading to long-term health issues.

Search for missing B.C. snowshoers called off after 5 days

by Karin Larsen, Rhianna Schmunk

The search for two B.C. snowshoers missing since Christmas Day at Cypress Mountain Resort has been called off.

VPD detective James Fisher charged with sexual exploitation and sex assault

by Karin Larsen, Chad Pawson

A veteran Vancouver police detective, who in 2015 received a special citation for his work on a sexual exploitation investigation, has been charged with sexual exploitation.

Snowboarder recounts tale of survival after spending 3 days stranded on Cypress Mountain Resort

by Anna Dimoff

Snowboarder Sebastien Boucher spent days alone on the North Shore mountains after getting lost in 2012.

Province's last leather dry cleaner can't be 'suede' to stay open

by Kamil Karamali

'Ace of Suedes' is shutting its doors for good after spending decades near Vancouver's Commercial Drive.

Injection site worries prompt Nanaimo city hall shutdown

by Deborah Wilson

Nanaimo's city hall was closed Thursday in response to safety concerns about an unsanctioned supervised injection site in a tent pitched in the city hall parking lot.

New Norovirus triggers second shellfish closure in B.C. waters

by Megan Thomas

A closure notice has been issued by Fisheries and Oceans Canada for the Subtle Islands, located east of Campbell River, B.C., after tests by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency found the norovirus in oysters from the site.

Coquihalla Highway closed for several hours due to severe weather

by Jenifer Norwell

The Coquihalla Highway was closed for several hours Thursday because of severe weather conditions.

Couple charged in relation to cheetah spotted wandering in B.C.

Two people have been charged more than a year after a cheetah was seen wandering along the side of a B.C. highway.

Tenants of Victoria apartment building worry about potential asbestos exposure

by Megan Thomas

People who live in a Victoria apartment tower that is undergoing renovations are worried about risks to their health after WorksafeBC stopped work over concerns that asbestos has been disturbed.

Crash leads to attempted murder charges after Victoria collision

Victoria police say a man is in custody facing two charges of attempted murder. They say there is a "long" history of domestic violence between the accused and one of the victims.

Worst 911 calls, 2016 edition: Help, my gym locker is broken!

by Yvette Brend

B.C.'s largest emergency call centre handles 1.35 million calls a year, but there are a few callers they may want to block.

Abbotsford police continue search for missing pregnant woman

Abbotsford police say they've had a handful of tips about Marie Stuart, missing since Tuesday.

Booze, brawls and Backstreet Boys: Remembering a legendary B.C. nightclub

by Jesse Johnston

Whether you knew it as Tabasco's, the Scottsdale, Cheers or one of the many other names it went by, you can raise a glass to the nightclub that stood on Scott Road and 70th Avenue in North Delta since 1977.

Dairy Queen hep A case prompts immunization push in Clearwater, B.C.

by Jenifer Norwell

The Interior Health Authority says it has immunized more than 350 people after a case of hepatitis A was confirmed last week in Clearwater.

Eagles, snakes, and nukes: the quirkiest B.C. tales of 2016

by Roshini Nair

Take a look back at some of the strangest stories of 2016 from across B.C.

B.C. 1st-time homebuyers loan might not make a difference, mortgage broker says

As applications for the first-time homebuyers grant open on Jan.16, a mortgage broker questions how the program will be implemented and whether it will make a difference.

'I can't do it on my own': inmates in need of mentors face a long wait list

by Maryse Zeidler

Tony Vanderwal has been volunteering as a mentor for prisoners for 50 years. But like many involved with M2W2, he is aging out of the organization.

School wish lists become reality thanks to UBC students

by Cory Correia

A new charity started by a couple of UBC students is providing Lower Mainland children with items for them to learn, play, and grow.

British Columbia's top political stories of 2016

by Richard Zussman

The housing crisis, opioid epidemic, pipelines and education dominated the political headlines in 2016. The province also faced heat on political donations and Premier Christy Clark toured British Columbia with one of the world's most famous couples.

A year of overdoses: 7 charts that show the scope of B.C.'s drug crisis

There was little good news in British Columbia's drug crisis in 2016.

Beware 'time for change' message in new election, says Terry Lake

by Dirk Meissner

Health Minister Terry Lake will be sitting on the sidelines, but he expects the winds of political change will be one of the strongest challenges facing B.C. Premier Christy Clark's Liberal government in May's election.

3 horses rescued from Langley, B.C., barn fire

by Yvette Brend

Three horses were saved from a raging barn fire in Langley, B.C. today.

Victoria family makes emotional plea for coverage of Parkinson's drug

by Megan Thomas

The family of a Victoria woman with advanced Parkinson's disease is pleading with the province to cover the cost of a drug called Duodopa.

Growing city with growing pains was story of Kelowna in 2016

by Liam Britten

We look back on how the Kelowna area grew significantly in 2016 and how that brought with it some new challenges — and solutions

'Miracle' message in a bottle connects B.C. pair with newlyweds halfway around world

by Roshini Nair

A mysterious message in a bottle that washed up on the remote shores of Haida Gwaii has connected two couples halfway across the world.