Tag: Vancouver

Total cost to host FIFA World Cup in Vancouver could top $600M

Provincial Emily Joveski - June 24, 2025

The B.C. government said the net cost of hosting seven FIFA World Cup matches in Vancouver next year could be as much as $145 million, in line with earlier projections, though gross expenses for the tournament may exceed $600 million.

Vancouver man identified in suspicious death

News Justin Baumgardner - September 27, 2023

A man who was located with serious injuries on Klein Lake Forest Service Road in Egmont has been identified...

Shenher to Speak at North Island College

News Justin Goulet - October 26, 2017

Lorimer Shenher is set to speak at North Island College on November 3rd. He was the first police officer assigned to...

Cougar cub spotted in Courtenay moved to Mainland Zoo

News David Boles - April 29, 2017

A cougar cub spotted in Courtenay has been relocated the the Greater Vancouver Zoo. The young animal, approximated to be...

Provincial Conservatives propose new link between Metro Vancouver and the Island

News Justin Goulet - March 28, 2017

The BC Conservatives say a new link between Vancouver Island and Metro Vancouver would provide a huge economic boost....

Passenger reacts to lightning strike on plane

News Justin Goulet - March 9, 2017

One of the passengers on a plane struck by lightning descending to Powell River says the experience was quite...

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B.C. jobs decline in July: Women and youth most impacted

Provincial August 8, 2025

British Columbia lost about 16,000 jobs in July, mirroring a broader national decline.

B.C. Greens say primary care report ‘a step forward’ but note rural gaps

Provincial August 8, 2025

The B.C. Greens say a new government report on the state of the primary care system is “a step forward,” but it highlights some gaps.

B.C. Ferries doubling saver fares when Horseshoe Bay – Departure Bay becomes reservation only

BC Ferries August 8, 2025

Horseshoe Bay – Departure Bay will change to reservation only in the fall, and BC Ferries is looking to make early bookings more affordable.

Community gathering Sunday to remember mother, child killed at Comox Lake

Community August 8, 2025

After a tragic incident at Comox Lake last week, a community gathering has been planned for this weekend to remember those who died.

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Business August 8, 2025

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