Surrey RCMP investigate stabbing
Ovechkin dominant in Washington Capitals 5-2 win over Vancouver Canucks
MEC CEO addresses lack of diversity, inclusion in advertising
Proportional Representation referendum kicks off as questions about Canada Post strike, partisan ads linger
B.C. government bud is online — but dude, where’s my booze?
Airbnb guest was charged $200 — it was reversed, then he was charged 4 times more
Opioid crisis may be lowering Canadians’ life expectancy, report says
Life expectancy in B.C. has declined, partly due to opioid overdoses, says a new report by Canada’s chief public health officer. Continue reading
Rockets hire new coach: Former NHLer Adam Foote
Adam Foote was named head coach of the WHL’s Kelowna Rockets on Tuesday morning. Continue reading
Cold weather shelter being prepared for Vernon homeless
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
“We are working very hard at getting it open as quickly as humanly possible,” spokesperson Kelly Fehr said. Continue reading
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – Oct. 22
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6. Continue reading
B.C. government must approve ‘safety plan’ before Surrey can replace RCMP
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The B.C. government will need to see a comprehensive plan to ensure that Surrey remains safe during a potential transition from the RCMP to a local police force. Continue reading
New Surrey mayor Doug McCallum sticks with plans for RCMP and rapid transit
By John Hua Reporter
Mayor-elect Doug McCallum says he will put forward motions to bring in a municipal police force and scrap the light rail plan in favour of SkyTrain. Continue reading
4 new mayors in South Okanagan-Similkameen
By Shelby Thom South Okanagan Video Journalist
There will be four new mayors at the helm in the South Okanagan-Similkameen region after some surprising upsets saw newcomers unseat incumbent mayoral candidates. Continue reading
Vancouver’s new mayor Kennedy Stewart sees himself as a facilitator on council
By Jill Bennett Reporter/Anchor
Stewart said housing will be his top priority. Continue reading
Ken Sim concedes Vancouver mayoral race to Kennedy Stewart
By Emily Lazatin Reporter
After talks of a recount, NPA candidate Ken Sim is congratulating Kennedy Stewart for his win in Saturday’s mayoral election. Continue reading
Trial begins for man accused in 1978 murder of Monica Jack
By Grace Ke Reporter
Garry Taylor Handlen has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of Monica Jack. Continue reading
Premier John Horgan promises by-election in Nanaimo before budget debate
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
Premier John Horgan is expected to call a by-election in British Columbia much sooner than the six months he is allowed under the rules. Continue reading
Feds announce new monitoring of vessel noise impacts on endangered killer whales
“These whales are at the brink of extinction.” Continue reading
Appeal case to begin in Netherlands for Amanda Todd’s alleged tormentor
By Emily Lazatin Reporter
The outcome of the Dutch appeal could impact whether the accused, Aydin Coban, will be extradited to Canada. Continue reading
Airbnb guest was charged $200 — it was reversed, then he was charged 4 times more
By Anne Drewa Anchor / Consumer Reporter
That, too, was reversed. But the guest said he’ll never use Airbnb again. Continue reading
Titanic ll set to sail in 2022 along the same ill-fated route, promising ‘an authentic Titanic experience’
A replica of the ill-fated ship Titanic is set to sail in 2022, following the same route as the original ship, while boasting of an “authentic Titanic experience.” Continue reading
Canada Post strike extends to GTA on Tuesday
Canada Post workers will go on strike in the Greater Toronto Area and the 905 region beginning at midnight on Tuesday. Continue reading
Bible Museum says 5 of its Dead Sea Scrolls are fake
The Museum of the Bible says several of its Dead Sea Scroll fragments appear to be forgeries designed to target American evangelical Christians. Continue reading
Liberals say 90% of carbon tax will be given to Canadians in rebate
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday will reveal the government’s plan for a climate tax for provinces that haven’t come up with their own climate strategies, or those that didn’t meet federal standards. Continue reading
Opioid crisis may be lowering Canadians’ life expectancy, report says
Life expectancy in B.C. has declined, partly due to opioid overdoses, says a new report by Canada’s chief public health officer. Continue reading
Rockets hire new coach: Former NHLer Adam Foote
Adam Foote was named head coach of the WHL’s Kelowna Rockets on Tuesday morning. Continue reading
Ovechkin dominant in Washington Capitals 5-2 win over Vancouver Canucks
“Man, that’s a good hockey team.” Continue reading
The federal government will fund SkyTrain in Surrey: local Liberal MP
By Janet Brown Senior Reporter
“The region and province may also have a say as to how the money is allocated,” Hardie said. Continue reading
Surrey RCMP investigate stabbing
By Gord Macdonald News Anchor
Officers are speaking to witnesses and canvassing the area for possible surveillance video. Continue reading
Cold weather shelter being prepared for Vernon homeless
By Doris Maria Bregolisse Anchor/Reporter
“We are working very hard at getting it open as quickly as humanly possible,” spokesperson Kelly Fehr said. Continue reading
MEC CEO addresses lack of diversity, inclusion in advertising
“By updating our approach to imagery to be more inclusive, we hope that more people will see themselves as part of the co-op and feel welcome at MEC.” Continue reading
Airbnb guest was charged $200 — it was reversed, then he was charged 4 times more
By Anne Drewa Anchor / Consumer Reporter
That, too, was reversed. But the guest said he’ll never use Airbnb again. Continue reading
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – Oct. 22
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6. Continue reading
B.C. government must approve ‘safety plan’ before Surrey can replace RCMP
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The B.C. government will need to see a comprehensive plan to ensure that Surrey remains safe during a potential transition from the RCMP to a local police force. Continue reading
New Surrey mayor Doug McCallum sticks with plans for RCMP and rapid transit
By John Hua Reporter
Mayor-elect Doug McCallum says he will put forward motions to bring in a municipal police force and scrap the light rail plan in favour of SkyTrain. Continue reading
4 new mayors in South Okanagan-Similkameen
By Shelby Thom South Okanagan Video Journalist
There will be four new mayors at the helm in the South Okanagan-Similkameen region after some surprising upsets saw newcomers unseat incumbent mayoral candidates. Continue reading
Proportional Representation referendum kicks off as questions about Canada Post strike, partisan ads linger
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
Elections BC is closely watching the rolling strikes at Canada Post that could slow down mail distribution. Continue reading
B.C. government bud is online — but dude, where’s my booze?
By Kristen Robinson
The B.C. Liquor Distribution Branch told Global News it ‘was exploring online liquor sales when the NDP asked us to be the wholesaler and public retailer for cannabis.’ Continue reading
Vancouver’s new mayor Kennedy Stewart sees himself as a facilitator on council
By Jill Bennett Reporter/Anchor
Stewart said housing will be his top priority. Continue reading
Ken Sim concedes Vancouver mayoral race to Kennedy Stewart
By Emily Lazatin Reporter
After talks of a recount, NPA candidate Ken Sim is congratulating Kennedy Stewart for his win in Saturday’s mayoral election. Continue reading
Trial begins for man accused in 1978 murder of Monica Jack
By Grace Ke Reporter
Garry Taylor Handlen has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of Monica Jack. Continue reading
Premier John Horgan promises by-election in Nanaimo before budget debate
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
Premier John Horgan is expected to call a by-election in British Columbia much sooner than the six months he is allowed under the rules. Continue reading
Feds announce new monitoring of vessel noise impacts on endangered killer whales
“These whales are at the brink of extinction.” Continue reading
Appeal case to begin in Netherlands for Amanda Todd’s alleged tormentor
By Emily Lazatin Reporter
The outcome of the Dutch appeal could impact whether the accused, Aydin Coban, will be extradited to Canada. Continue reading
Variety Week on Global BC 2018: Day 1
By Amy Judd Online Supervisor BC
We’re kicking off our third-annual Variety Week on Global BC today, highlighting stories from children and families around the province who have been helped by Variety. Continue reading
Surrey RCMP and IHIT investigate after assault victim dies
Police say they are still in the evidence-gathering phase. Continue reading
Man arrested, charged after investigation into Surrey domestic dispute
By Gord Macdonald News Anchor
“This was a tragic isolated incident involving members of the same family and our deepest condolences go out to the family of Anida Magaya,” says Corporal Frank Jang of IHIT. Continue reading
Canada Post rotating strikes begin in Victoria B.C.
By Amy Judd Online Supervisor BC
Victoria is joining Edmonton, Windsor and Halifax in the rotating strikes. Continue reading
Canada Post’s rotating strikes: Everything you need to know about it
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has begun a series of rotating strikes in four cities after negotiators failed to reach a last-minute deal Sunday evening. Continue reading
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