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Judge in Prince Rupert, B.C., strikes arguments as 'stupid' in contempt case

Judge in Prince Rupert, B.C., strikes arguments as 'stupid' in contempt case

PRINCE RUPERT — A provincial court judge in Prince Rupert, B.C., has sentenced a 46-year-old man to a year in jail for contempt of court, ruling he tried to circumvent the justice system with "pseudo-legal" and "stupid" arguments.
What's that weird smell in North Vancouver?

What's that weird smell in North Vancouver?

While there’s no question that people have smelled it, it was a bit of a mystery as to who dealt it.
With ample snow, why are North Shore ski resorts closing?

With ample snow, why are North Shore ski resorts closing?

Seasonal staff and a drop-off in guests are the main reasons provided, but some mountain users say all seasons should be represented
Insurance association warns federal dental plan could lead employers to drop coverage

Insurance association warns federal dental plan could lead employers to drop coverage

OTTAWA — An association of health insurance providers warns it might not be worthwhile for small businesses to provide dental benefits to some employees once the government launches a national dental-care plan.
Premiers united in call for bail reform after meeting with police chiefs, says Eby

Premiers united in call for bail reform after meeting with police chiefs, says Eby

British Columbia Premier David Eby says his provincial and territorial counterparts are unanimous in calling on the federal government to implement bail reforms and expand support to fight against guns and gangs in communities.
West Van Sea-to-Sky riding boundary change could have political impact

West Van Sea-to-Sky riding boundary change could have political impact

The B.C. Liberals won the riding in a judicial recount by the narrowest margin in the last election. The boundary change will cut out a chunk of support that historically went to that party.
B.C. announces funding for more than 10K new paid internships for students

B.C. announces funding for more than 10K new paid internships for students

The internships will be in sectors such as clean technology, life sciences, emergency management, advanced timber and agritech
Rob Shaw: How the province's drug decriminalization program is meeting opposition in B.C. municipalities

Rob Shaw: How the province's drug decriminalization program is meeting opposition in B.C. municipalities

Kamloops and Campbell River are pushing back on permitting open drug use, and BC United leader Kevin Falcon calls the province's program 'reckless'
Can B.C. landlords, roommates install cameras in apartment common areas?

Can B.C. landlords, roommates install cameras in apartment common areas?

From the shared laundry to a unit's living room, here's what's legal.
North Van woman sounds alarm on wildlife poisoning after attempted raccoon rescue

North Van woman sounds alarm on wildlife poisoning after attempted raccoon rescue

Some rat poisons have been banned, but others are still in use, along with other chemicals toxic to wild animals