BC declares state of emergency with 566 wildfires burning
Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, made the declaration based on the recommendation from B.C.’s wildfire and emergency management officials.
Red-light cameras at high-crash intersections will now operate 24/7
From Downtown Vancouver to Kelowna and Kamloops, red-light intersections at high crash intersections will now work round the clock.
Majority of Canadians want government-run rural bus service: survey
According to the survey, more than half of all Canadians adults have taken a Greyhound bus in their lives, although those living in Western provinces are more likely to be affected by the withdrawal of the services.
BC Parks to add over 400 new campsites for camping season
The new campsites have been added in high demand areas such as the Kootenay Rockies, Thompson Okanagan, Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island.
Earthquakes are moving Vancouver Island away from the Mainland: Research
Tiny earthquakes are moving the Vancouver Island away from the Lower Mainland, according to a leading expert on earthquakes in the region.
BC fines two for trafficking bear paws and gall bladders
BC Government has issued fines of $46,000 after two individuals were found guilty on six counts under the Wildlife Act for trafficking bear parts.
Want to build or upgrade off-road vehicle trails ? Apply to the province for funding
The provincial government is now accepting applications from organizations who want to build or upgrade off-road vehicle (ORV) trails.
In mortgage stress test, a brief window to get into the real estate market: experts
In February, the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver reported that residential property sales in the region registered a nine per cent decrease compared to last year.
WildSafe BC reminds to be bear smart as bear sightings increase
WildSafeBC is receiving reports of bears accessing garbage in the community and is urging residents to take extra measures to ensure garbage and organics totes are locked and secured at all times.
Vancouver Aquarium transfers giant octopus to ocean
When staff recently noticed eggs, they received permission from DFO to transfer the octopus to the ocean.











