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Uber now available across B.C., but driver availability varies

Uber now available across B.C., but driver availability varies

The American company debuted in B.C. in 2020 in the Metro Vancouver area.
Canada Post puts forward 'final offers' to union as overtime ban continues

Canada Post puts forward 'final offers' to union as overtime ban continues

The union had been in a strike position starting Friday but opted instead for an overtime ban.
BC Wildfire Service announces ban on most open fires in coastal areas

BC Wildfire Service announces ban on most open fires in coastal areas

The service says the ban will remain in place until Oct. 31 or until it is rescinded.
B.C.'s minimum wage to increase to $17.85 on June 1

B.C.'s minimum wage to increase to $17.85 on June 1

The increase also applies to pay rates for resident caretakers, live-in home-support workers, live-in camp leaders and app-based delivery and ride-hail services workers.
Rob Shaw: NDP digs into BC Liberal playbook for 'phantom savings' budget

Rob Shaw: NDP digs into BC Liberal playbook for 'phantom savings' budget

Finance Minister Brenda Bailey borrows from 2009-era accounting tactics to patch holes in a $10.9B deficit
Warm summer in the forecast as droughts and wildfire risks loom: Weather Network

Warm summer in the forecast as droughts and wildfire risks loom: Weather Network

The B.C. coast is expected to see near-normal temperatures and precipitation.
Boeing invests millions in B.C., Quebec projects to manufacture sustainable jet fuel

Boeing invests millions in B.C., Quebec projects to manufacture sustainable jet fuel

The nearly $17.5-million investment will spur the annual manufacture of close to 200 million litres of sustainable jet fuel, says Boeing Canada.
B.C. man responsible for Modo car damage, tribunal rules

B.C. man responsible for Modo car damage, tribunal rules

Chun Lok denied responsibility for a scrape and crack to the vehicle's front passenger-side corner in a Modo carshare booking.
Opinion: Promoting social inclusion through pet companionship

Opinion: Promoting social inclusion through pet companionship

As we strive for social equality, it is essential to address hurdles that prevent some people from experiencing the known benefits of spending time or living with a pet.
B.C. man sentenced to five years in jail for sexually assaulting two girls

B.C. man sentenced to five years in jail for sexually assaulting two girls

Daryl Braithwaite was convicted of touching one child under 14 for a sexual purpose.