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Veterinarian shortage on Vancouver Island only expected to get worse

Finding timely veterinary care in British Columbia has long been a frustration for many, and it's only getting worse as vets retire from the profession.

Memorial hockey game honours firefighters and raises awareness of on-the-job hazards

Greater Victoria firefighters will be lacing up their skates Saturday to honour three members who died after serving their communities.

Prolific offender arrested, charged after cache of stolen IDs found in search of Saanich home

A prolific offender has been arrested and charged after police searched a home in Saanich and found more than 100 pieces of personal identification, including passports, bank cards and drivers licences, believed to have been stolen from vehicles throughout Greater Victoria.

'It's just a matter of time': Mother of Victoria boy who disappeared 32 years ago believes he's still alive

The mother of a Victoria child who disappeared without a trace 32 years ago Friday says she believes her son is still alive. Michael Dunahee disappeared around 12:30 p.m. on March 24, 1991. The four-year-old boy was last seen on the playground at Blanshard School, his family a short distance away.

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NEW | Former BC Liberal John Rustad turned Independent now seeks Conservative leadership

A former BC Liberal cabinet minister turfed from the party caucus last year for his climate change views says he's running for the leadership of the Conservative Party of British Columbia.

B.C. announces $45M funding boost for public libraries

The British Columbia government says it will provide a one-time funding boost of $45 million to public libraries across the province.

Port Alberni RCMP seek 2 men wanted for multiple offences

Mounties on Vancouver Island are looking for two men who are wanted for multiple, unrelated offences in Port Alberni.

Forensic audit of BC Housing completed, findings to be released 'as soon as possible'

A forensic audit of BC Housing that the government ordered last year has been completed, though it's unclear when it will be released to the public.

Changing salmon hatchery release practices can improve survival rates: B.C. study

A first-of-its kind study in British Columbia suggests salmon hatcheries could improve survival rates by optimizing the weight of the juvenile fish and the timing of their release.