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6 cougars killed near Victoria after attacks on sheep farms

Conservation officers have captured and killed six cougars near Victoria this year in response to multiple predatory attacks on sheep farms.

A tranquilized cougar in the back of a B.C. conservation officer truck in Langford, B.C., April 11, 2014. (CTV News)

BC Transit warns of possible cancellations in Victoria

BC Transit is warning travellers of possible route cancellations in Victoria beginning Monday.

BC Transit buses are pictured in downtown Victoria. (CTV News)

Firefighters battling 2 human-caused wildfires on Vancouver Island

The British Columbia Wildfire Services says crews are battling a pair of human-caused wildfires on Vancouver Island.

Nine firefighters were dispatched Monday morning to control a smoldering ground fire measuring less than one-tenth of a hectare in size near the Englishman River south of Qualicum Beach. (File photo/B.C. Wildfire Service)

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Mother and son recover from debilitating burn by giving back and practising 'superpower'

A B.C. boy learned to adapt after he badly burnt his hands on a fireplace as a baby, and his mom is giving back by raising awareness about burn prevention.

Police seize drugs, gold Desert Eagle pistol in Vancouver Island busts

The West Shore RCMP seized multiple firearms and a significant amount of drugs in a multi-jurisdictional investigation that spanned southern Vancouver Island.

The seized Desert Eagle pistol is shown. (West Shore RCMP)

Vancouver Island facing highest monthly cost for nutritious food in B.C.

Everyone is experiencing sticker shock at the grocery store these days, and a new report is putting a dollar figure on how much it’s costing families, per month, to eat healthy.

A grocery store on Vancouver Island is pictured in this file photo. (CTV News)

Province announces plans for new cancer centre in Nanaimo

The British Columbia government says central Vancouver Island residents are one step closer to having cancer treatment options available locally after a concept plan was approved for a new cancer centre in Nanaimo.

Habitat for Humanity gifts single mother new home in Saanich

There was cause for celebration on Thursday afternoon, when another island family was handed the keys to a new affordable home thanks to Habitat for Humanity Victoria.

'Super exciting': Vancouver Island distilleries, wineries and breweries win international awards

Vancouver Island breweries, wineries and distilleries have been cleaning up on the world stage.

RCMP investigating teen's death in Duncan

The North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP are investigating the death of 15-year-old girl in Duncan.

Oak Bay home listed for $128K but land not included

There is a two-bedroom, one-bathroom home in Oak Bay that could be yours for $128,000. The catch is that the land is not included.

Victoria police seek downtown assault suspect

Victoria police are looking to identify a suspect in an alleged assault that occurred in downtown Victoria last month.

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Singh calling for foreign interference special rapporteur Johnston to step aside

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh is pushing for special rapporteur David Johnston to 'step aside' from his role examining the issue of foreign interference before he embarks on public hearings.

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh rises during Question Period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Wednesday, May 17, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby

New Democrat MP says she is target of foreign interference by China

New Democrat MP Jenny Kwan said Monday that Canada's spy agency has confirmed her long-held belief that she is being targeted by the Chinese government over her advocacy for human rights in Hong Kong and for the Uyghur Muslim minority in China.

Northern B.C., Alberta and all of Ontario under 'high' to 'extreme' wildfire risk: What to know

There's a heightened risk of wildfires across the country during what has been one of the earliest fire seasons on record. From British Columbia to Nova Scotia, here's where the risk is highest.

'Tragedies occur far too often': Canada Safety Council shares swimming safety tips

With the summer swimming season fast approaching, the Canada Safety Council is reminding people to be careful and take measures to prevent drowning, especially after three children died just days apart.

Albertans head to polls in what's expected to be very close election between UCP, NDP

In Alberta today, the United Conservative Party is looking to win a second consecutive majority government while the NDP is fighting to regain the office it lost in 2019.

Provinces must seek anti-smoking measures in Big Tobacco settlement: health groups

Three national health organizations want Canada's premiers to push for initiatives to reduce smoking during settlement negotiations with major tobacco companies, years after provinces sued to recoup health-care costs.

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BREAKING | B.C. woman Madison Scott found dead 12 years after being reported missing

Exactly 12 years after she was reported missing, police announced Madison Scott was found dead in central B.C.

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WATCH | Dashcam video shows out-of-control Nova Scotia wildfire

Dashcam footage shows the extent of the Tantallon wildfire as it raged in Hammonds Plains, N.S.

Body of 12-year-old Winnipeg boy who fell into Sturgeon Falls found

The body of a 12-year-old boy from Winnipeg who fell into Sturgeon Falls on Saturday has been found.

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Mother and son recover from debilitating burn by giving back and practising 'superpower'

A B.C. boy learned to adapt after he badly burnt his hands on a fireplace as a baby, and his mom is giving back by raising awareness about burn prevention.

Miniature pigs delight in playing mini piano at Victoria children's farm

Although the Little Pink Piano couldn’t be further from Carnegie Hall, one wonders if the anticipation of its upcoming concert at the Beacon Hill Children’s Farm feels just as momentous.

Langford mom and son inspire smiles by regularly writing jokes on front gate

Adam finds out how crafty mom and her funny son turned a gate in Langford into a showcase for comedy.

Volunteer with disability strives to empower others to live positively

A B.C. man who lost use of left hand due to a childhood brain tumour helps others with disabilities and inspires his community to have a positive outlook on life.

Langford senior plants roadside poppy to honour late husband

To appreciate why a bright, orange poppy is blooming at the end of a bare boulevard beside a busy road, we need to meet the woman who lives across the sidewalk from the plant.

B.C. teenagers gift pregnant co-worker their wages to extend her maternity leave

A group of employees at an A&W restaurant on Vancouver Island gifted their "work mom" their wages so she could spend more time off with her newborn baby.

One-winged raven learns to paint, recycle to overcome adversity

"He’s like a cheeky toddler!" Adam finds out how a Cowichan Valley raven is overcoming adversity through recycling and painting.

Vancouver Island woman documents owlets daily after unexpected encounter in the woods

For the past few weeks, Dana Crow’s been walking the woods wielding her phone. "I'm constantly waiting for the perfect opportunity to get a picture of the babies."