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Concerns over capacity at Vernon hospital psych ward after young man’s death“I didn’t think he was safe in that hallway, but I also didn’t see him actually being able to get out because he would have to walk past security,” said Ezra's mother.CanadaMar 9
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Water advisory issued after West Kelowna water reservoir ‘intentionally damaged’On Thursday, West Kelowna city workers were notified of an alarm at the Tallus Ridge water reservoir and upon inspection, they found what they believed to be intentional damage.CrimeMar 20
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B.C. says it has recruited more than 400 U.S. health-care professionals to provinceAs of January, the province says more than 400 U.S.-trained health professionals have accepted job offers in B.C., including in remote and rural regions.HealthMar 17
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Vernon man killed in collision after escaping hospital during mental health crisisCool says there were no beds available in the psychiatric ward and that her son spent six days in a hallway in the emergency department, with only a brief period in a secure area.CanadaFeb 26
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Tim Hortons recalls thousands of mugs that may burn you if filled with hot liquidAnyone who purchased the recalled mug is asked to immediately stop using it and return the item to a Tim Hortons restaurant location for a full refund.CanadaMar 17
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Village of Granisle, B.C., faces lawsuit over aluminum-contaminated waterGranisle issued a "do not consume" order in December 2025, and residents have been relying on bottled water distributed with the help of volunteer firefighters since.CanadaMar 4
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Lytton wildfire rebuild lacked legal framework from province, auditor general saysThe review was prompted by concerns raised by the public and members of the B.C. legislature about the progress and cost of recovery, the report notes.FireMar 17
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Neurology services curtailed at Kelowna hospital amid specialist shortagePatients who require neurology care at KGH for issues other than strokes may not have immediate access to a neurologist and instead may have to see a subspecialist.CanadaJan 8
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As emergency room closures continue in B.C., paramedics struggle to fill the gap'It's not a coincidence when you look at the closures and ambulances in the background, this has become a part of our work the last few years,' Ian Tait said.HealthJan 2
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City-funded primary care centre opens in Langford on Vancouver IslandThe City of Langford on Vancouver Island has officially opened a new primary care centre, with help from municipal funding. It will provide more than 12,000 with a family doctorHealthFeb 9
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Federal workers must return to offices, but unclear if space availablePublic Services and Procurement Canada has not answered repeated questions about whether there will be enough office space to accommodate the new requirements for in-office work.CanadaFeb 17
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Could GLP-1 drugs help your mental health? New study finds a linkSemaglutide, the active ingredient in GLP-1 drugs, was associated with a lower risk of worsening mental health, a study published in Lancet Psychiatry found.HealthMar 20
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Inuit look to Greenland’s social model as Canada pursues military buildup in ArcticInuit leaders say Canada can learn from Greenland’s approach to health, housing and social services as Ottawa weighs greater investment in northern infrastructure.WorldFeb 14
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Call of the Wilde: Montreal Canadiens come back to beat Senators in OttawaThere were two big lineup changes for the Montreal Canadiens for their date in Ottawa Wednesday night. Head coach Martin St. Louis made the right calls in a 3-2 win.SportsMar 12
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Four hospitals in B.C.’s Interior launching virtual emergency careFour hospitals in B.C.'s Interior say they're setting up virtual emergency care where patients can be seen by a doctor virtually as part of a pilot project.HealthDec 10, 2025
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The best athletic wear to power your fitness goalsBrands like Lululemon, Aritzia, Gymshark, and more are serving styles that move with you.The CuratorFeb 15
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What are B.C.’s most endangered rivers?Tied for top spot on the list of endangered rivers in B.C., this year are the Heart of the Fraser, between Hope and Mission, and the Cowichan River on Vancouver Island.EnvironmentJan 8
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Spooner makes her mark as Canada’s 13th forwardMany Canadians saw Natalie Spooner in tears when she was told by national team management she'd play hockey in her fourth Olympic Games.SportsFeb 7
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Toronto-area gets slammed with major snowstorm, weather alert upgradedEnvironment Canada has upgraded its snowfall weather alert for the Greater Toronto Area after the region got hit with a major snow storm on Thursday.WeatherJan 15
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Overnight ER closure at B.C. hospital due to staffing challengesFraser Health says in a release that Mission Memorial Hospital's emergency department will operate from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. from Dec. 29 to Jan. 6.HealthDec 26, 2025