2 women fined $920 for refusal to wear masks, abusive behaviour on BC Ferries vessel
Two BC Ferries passengers are facing more than $900 in fines for allegedly flouting COVID-19 health orders and acting belligerently towards staff.
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Nanaimo inks deal on massive port expansion, lays foundation for international shipping
The Port of Nanaimo has finished penning its lease agreement with international shipping company DP World to expand the city's Duke Point terminal and pave the way for global shipping.
Teens arrested after arson at View Royal home
A pair teens were taken into police custody following an allegedly targeted case of arson at a View Royal home this weekend.
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B.C. looking for input on 'flyover overpass' for Pat Bay Hwy
The B.C. government is looking for public input on a proposed "flyover" overpass at the intersection of the Pat Bay Highway and Keating Cross Road in Central Saanich.
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'Stop lying': City of Victoria bylaw offices covered in graffiti
Municipal staff are busy clearing a slew of graffiti from the walls and windows of the Victoria bylaw offices Wednesday.
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DEVELOPING | COVID-19 on Vancouver Island: B.C. health officials to provide update
Health officials are expected to provide an update Wednesday on the state of the COVID-19 pandemic on Vancouver Island and across B.C.
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Vancouver Island teacher to run 100 km to raise $100K for student with muscular dystrophy
The family of a 17-year-old Vancouver Island boy with muscular dystrophy is facing a massive bill to make their home wheelchair accessible. But some surprise relief is rolling in thanks to an old friend.
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Woman groped in Nanaimo mall parking lot
Mounties in Nanaimo are investigating after a woman says she was groped by a stranger in the parking lot of a mall.
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From pickleball to community halls, 10 Vancouver Island communities receive $3.8M in funding
The B.C. government is contributing nearly $3.8 million to help fund infrastructure projects across Vancouver Island.
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Camping in B.C.: Reservation system to open soon with priority being given to locals
Outdoor enthusiasts will soon be able to book a spot at a B.C. campsite for the spring as the province's reservation system is scheduled to open early next month.
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Vancouver Island rescue centre treating lead-poisoned bald eagle
Staff at an animal rescue facility on the North Island have yet another poisoned bald eagle to deal with, a problem they say they face every year.
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Victoria bylaw vehicle damaged with sledgehammer in Beacon Hill Park
Victoria police have arrested one man after a city bylaw vehicle was damaged with a sledgehammer.
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39 new COVID-19 cases found in Vancouver Island region
British Columbia health officials identified 39 new cases of COVID-19 in the Vancouver Island region Tuesday.
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'It's really just that desperate': 713 dirty needles found dumped in downtown Victoria alley
When Orb Norrie, a local tradesman, came to work on Tuesday morning he made a shocking discovery in an alley in downtown Victoria.
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Details on B.C.'s mass vaccination plan coming next week
When British Columbia’s long-term care and assisted care workers and residents have all been vaccinated, seniors 80 and older who live in the community are next in line.
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Rolex watch owned by former Vancouver Island octopus wrestler nets over $150K at auction
A Vancouver Island senior is six figures richer after parting with a rare Rolex wristwatch that was once instrumental in his brief but successful career as an octopus wrestler.
Netflix temporarily closes Saanich rec centre for filming
Saanich's Gordon Head Recreation Centre is closed Tuesday for the filming of the Netflix television series Maid.
Victoria mayor says all homeless will be housed in March
It’s been nearly a year since tents have been allowed to stay up around-the-clock in many Victoria parks, and now the goal to get the folks living in them into indoor housing is just over five weeks away.
Comox Valley car dealership temporarily closed due to COVID-19
A Comox Valley car dealership has temporarily closed its doors due to a potential COVID-19 exposure.
Ancestral human remains found in Saanich
The discovery was made Monday in the 5100-block of Cordova Bay Road, under a boulevard next to the roadway.
B.C. promises more information on COVID-19 vaccine for seniors this week
British Columbia seniors who are at least 80 years old have been told they can get their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine starting March 15.
Victoria mayor calls out racism against councillor after international trip
In her blog, Victoria Mayor Lisa Helps is calling out racism shown towards Coun. Shamarke Dubow in the wake of his winter trip to several African countries.
4.5M earthquake rumbles off Vancouver Island
A mild earthquake occurred early this morning in the Pacific Ocean southwest of Vancouver Island.
Victoria considers partial closure of Clover Point to cars
The City of Victoria is considering closing a part of Clover Point to cars, after city staff recommended an almost complete closure of the area to traffic earlier this month.
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Tiger Woods won't face charges after sheriff says car crash was an accident
The rollover car crash that seriously injured Tiger Woods outside Los Angeles on Tuesday was an accident, so investigators won't pursue any charges against the golf great, Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva said Wednesday.
Coronavirus can survive on some fabrics for 72 hours in a lab, study finds
A new study has found that the novel coronavirus can survive on some forms of fabric and transmit to other surfaces for up to 72 hours in a laboratory setting.
Nunavut community declares state of emergency over rising COVID-19 numbers
The Nunavut community of Arviat has declared a state of emergency over rising COVID-19 case numbers.
Feeling exhausted after video chats? There's a reason for that
The interface of video conferencing technology like Zoom may have compounding physiological effects that can be exhausting, according to Stanford University researchers who have launched a new online study to measure 'Zoom fatigue.'
Canada heralds first COVAX vaccine in Africa; NDP criticizes Canada for using program
International Development Minister Karina Gould says the first injection of a COVID-19 vaccine in Ghana is a significant milestone for a new global vaccine-sharing program created to bring doses to low-income countries.
Ontario COVID-19 quarantine screening officer charged with extortion, sexual assault
A quarantine screening officer who allegedly demanded cash from a woman before sexually assaulting her at her home faces related charges, police said on Wednesday.
Conservatives' Erin O'Toole hitting turbulence after six months as party leader
The fight to win the leadership of his party could be nothing compared to what Conservative Leader Erin O'Toole has ahead: keeping his party together as he tries to win over voters who haven't voted for it recently.
Drunk driver Marco Muzzo's wish to live near deadly crash site shows lack of victim empathy: parole board
Convicted drunk driver Marco Muzzo has expressed a wish to move back to the area where the crash that killed four members of the same family occurred nearly six years ago, despite his parole conditions specifically restricting him from doing so.
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NEW | Winnipeg police seize $11.5M in assets in major multi-provincial drug bust
The Winnipeg Police Service seized a total of $11.5 million in assets, including drugs, Bitcoin and cars, during a months-long investigation into an multi-provincial drug network between British Columbia and Manitoba.
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Caring kitten helps rehabilitate rescued puppies
The dog just didn’t know what to do. The cat on the other hand did.
Esquimalt man captures hundreds of hummingbirds on camera
“I’m looking for tiny little movements” Adam finds out how an Esquimalt man is using his super powers of perception to capture hundreds of hummingbirds on camera.
West Shore teen creates foundation to help the homeless
Marijke is placing a sweater in a backpack, preparing to embark on a journey that would have been unimaginable when she was little. The now 17-year-old was so shy, and so late to talk, her mom Colleen sought help.
Victoria musician keeps singers with special needs connected through online 'karaoke'
“There is an uplifting. There is something very magical!” Adam finds out how a Victoria musician is helping a diverse community of singers perform together while staying apart.
'It was more than a coincidence': Shelter worker finds serendipitous connection with abandoned dog
“It was more than a coincidence.” Adam finds out the remarkable connection between an animal shelter worker with a big heart and a disheveled dog with an unexpected name.
Saanich student preparing to beat 3 Guinness World Records
"I thought it was kind of funny, but he's actually really good!" Adam finds out how an ordinary teenager is striving to achieve an extraordinary goal with his Rubik’s Cube.
Saanich inventor with rare disorder strives to inspire with fundraising book
“My purpose in life, I realize, is to inspire others.” Adam finds out how a Saanich inventor’s latest project is striving to make amends and inspire positivity.
One stolen statue inspires three acts of kindness
Blaire was going out for a walk with her dog on Christmas morning when she noticed that her beloved statue was gone.
'Don't stop thinking about tomorrow': Dog named after Fleetwood Mac singer inspires owner battling cancer
Adam finds out how a dog named after a Fleetwood Mac singer is inspiring her owner to “don’t stop thinking about tomorrow.”
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Vancouver sports store offers signed Michael Jordan jersey for $19,500
A new online and pop-up sports apparel and memorabilia store is selling a Michael Jordan 1989 All-Star game replica jersey for a cool $19,500.
Grammy Award nomination for Montreal artist a big boost as she battles post-COVID symptoms
Luna Pearl Woolf sank to her lowest point last November. The successful Montreal composer was emotionally and physically worn out from living with post-COVID symptoms for more than seven months.
'This is absurd': B.C. dad speaks out after school sends daughter home over perceived dress code violation
A Kamloops, B.C., father is speaking out after his daughter was allegedly sent home from school for wearing a black knee-length dress over a white turtleneck.
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The Winnipeg Police Service seized a total of $11.5 million in assets, including drugs, Bitcoin and cars, during a months-long investigation into an multi-provincial drug network between British Columbia and Manitoba.
Drunk driver Marco Muzzo's wish to live near deadly crash site shows lack of victim empathy: parole board
Convicted drunk driver Marco Muzzo has expressed a wish to move back to the area where the crash that killed four members of the same family occurred nearly six years ago, despite his parole conditions specifically restricting him from doing so.
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A large gaggle of snow geese blotted out the sky over Loess Bluffs National Wildlife Refuge in Garden City, Missouri.
Wandering seal gets a ride from police in Charlottetown
A flippered forager was taken away in the back of a police cruiser after it was found wandering the streets of Charlottetown
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A train carrying liquid petroleum exploded after a collision with an 18-wheeler in Cameron, Texas.
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Mississauga, Ont. siblings' mission to help rescued animals
John Vennavally-Rao has the story of a brother and sister team who were inspired by the loss of a pet to help other animals.
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says U.S. leadership has been 'sorely missed' over the past few years.
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Sask. mom says social media 'challenge' led to son's death
B.C. farmer catches lynx 'red handed' hunting his chickens
O'Toole says slow vaccine rollout could lead to third wave
Conservative Leader Erin O'Toole is criticizing the federal government over the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, and says targets won't be met.
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Heated confrontation over mask at a Canadian Tire in B.C.
Ont. announces free tuition, grants to train 8,200 PSWs
Instead of one plan for the entire province, Ontario says vaccine rollout details will be determined by each local public health unit.
Teen diver says mounds of trash found underwater in Toronto
Huge fields of garbage': Teen diver warns of growing underwater trash in Humber Bay
