Affordable rental development underway in Vancouver’s Little Mountain neighbourhood
The site has sat empty for more than a decade after 234 former social housing units were destroyed on the 15-acre property.
Canada
Apr 25
B.C. cannabis growers call Vancouver 4-20 ‘debacle’ a missed opportunity
The head of a B.C. cannabis growers group says Vancouver's choice to discourage instead of sanction a marijuana celebration over the weekend was a costly "missed opportunity."
Cannabis
Apr 22
‘Extremely dangerous’: Vancouver to consider ban on some butane lighters
"The VFRS 2023 Annual Report reflected a 31 per cent increase in structure fires compared to the previous year with 59 per cent caused by smoker materials."
Fire
6 hours
Nearly $1M needed for Vancouver 2024 Alcohol on Beaches program: report
A city staff report says nearly $1 million in funding is needed for the 2024 pilot program that will allow drinking at select beaches in Vancouver.
Canada
8 hours
Jubilation in Canucks nation as Vancouver takes stranglehold on playoff series
The Vancouver Canucks scored twice in the dying minutes to erase a 3-1 Predators lead, then go on to win the game just a minute into overtime.
Sports
Apr 29
Ash tree-killing beetle surfaces in B.C. for first time, detected in Vancouver
It is the first detection of the emerald ash borer or its larvae in British Columbia, and is outside of currently regulated areas for the insect.
Environment
5 hours
‘Most hateful’: B.C. premier slams speech praising Hamas
Premier David Eby and others have denounced remarks at a demonstration in Vancouver where protesters chanted "long live Oct. 7," praising that day's attacks by Hamas on Israel.
Politics
Apr 29
Vancouver Whitecaps to host Ryan Reynolds-owned Wrexham AFC in July
It will be the last of Wrexham AFC’s three North American matches this summer as part of their 2024 Wrex Coast Tour.
Sports
Apr 25
‘Get busy buying EVs’: Metro Vancouver gas prices jump up overnight
A B.C. petroleum expert said gas prices could reach $2.30 a litre this spring as drivers approach summer.
Canada
Apr 25
Lawn watering restrictions now in effect for Metro Vancouver
As of Wednesday, people living in the regional district are only allowed to water their lawns one morning per week in order to conserve drinking water for the summer.
Environment
May 1
Guilty plea in Boxing Day double stabbing in Vancouver’s Olympic Village
Sheldon Ilbegi-Asl, the man accused in a Boxing Day Facebook Marketplace robbery and attack, has pleaded guilty to the charges against him.
Crime
Apr 15
Downtown Vancouver Hudson’s Bay faces ongoing challenges
Despite redevelopment promises, the iconic Hudson's Bay store at Georgia and Granville in downtown Vancouver is a shadow of its former self with ongoing maintenance issues.
Canada
Apr 28
Fencing prevents 4/20 celebration at Vancouver’s Sunset Beach
The 4/20 event at Vancouver's Sunset Beach never came to fruition as the entire area was fenced off by the Vancouver Park Board.
Entertainment
Apr 20
‘Absolutely inspirational’: Canucks fan with ALS a symbol of hope
Jan Bruce has lived with ALS for more than 11 years. There's no known cure for the progressively degenerative disease, but that knowledge hasn't slowed Bruce down.
Health
5 hours
Sales of Greater Vancouver homes increase 3.3% from last year
Greater Vancouver Realtors says there were 2,831 home sales in the region last month, compared with 2,741 sales recorded in April 2023.
Canada
8 hours
‘A huge deal’: International superstar Diljit Dosanjh in Vancouver to launch concert tour
One of the world's biggest international superstars is coming to Vancouver on Saturday for what is expected to be a record-breaking concert.
Entertainment
Apr 26
Metro Vancouver drivers get slight relief at the pumps as gas prices drop
Prices tumbled as low as $2.01 a litre after a six-cent drop late last week. However, the relief may be short-lived.
Consumer
Apr 22
Cyclist killed in East Vancouver collision
A collision between a pickup truck and a cyclist in East Vancouver on Wednesday left one person dead.
Crime
Apr 17
Woman acquitted in heated confrontation outside North Vancouver sushi restaurant
Sylvia Lynne Taylor was charged with causing a disturbance after a video capturing a part of the August 2022 exchange circulated widely on social media.
Crime
Apr 23
Average Metro Vancouver renter spends 61% of monthly income on rent: report
Average rates for furnished one-bedroom units in Metro Vancouver rose by $251 between March and April, with unfurnished ones rising by $39.
Canada
Apr 12
