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Premiers to focus on energy costs, health care at Halifax meeting of leaders

Premiers to focus on energy costs, health care at Halifax meeting of leaders

The effect of carbon pricing measures on the rising cost of living across Canada is slated to take centre stage at this week's meeting of the country's premiers and territorial leaders in Halifax.
Harry Styles spotted around Metro Vancouver with actress born here

Harry Styles spotted around Metro Vancouver with actress born here

Harry Styles appears to be in town to visit his girlfriend Taylor Russell's home town.
Senior wasn't expected to live after falling tree crashed into her home

Senior wasn't expected to live after falling tree crashed into her home

Ann Bailey, whose mobile home was struck by the tree, is speaking out in support of the Victoria Hospitals Foundation’s Imaging is Power campaign. She credits MRIs for helping in her recovery.
Time Traveller: This Squamish Nation member volunteered for the Second World War at age 40

Time Traveller: This Squamish Nation member volunteered for the Second World War at age 40

Anchil “Ducky” Mack was trained in small arms and demolition but ended up in the Canadian Forestry Corps. Nov. 8 is Indigenous Veterans Day
How a B.C. woman helped give voice to survivors of sexual assault

How a B.C. woman helped give voice to survivors of sexual assault

The publication ban meant to protect Kelly Favro from further harm effectively silenced her — so she took action. Thanks to her and others like her, the rules have changed.
Lest we forget: Headstone project helps Afghanistan veteran find peace

Lest we forget: Headstone project helps Afghanistan veteran find peace

Through the Last Post Fund, Kyle Scott has erected 1,300 markers for veterans in cemeteries across Canada — including Victoria’s Ross Bay Cemetery
Rallies in Victoria, Nanaimo among dozens in Canada in support of Gaza

Rallies in Victoria, Nanaimo among dozens in Canada in support of Gaza

The demonstrations were part of global calls for a ceasefire.
First Nations seek salmon return to Columbia Basin in new treaty with U.S.

First Nations seek salmon return to Columbia Basin in new treaty with U.S.

First Nations groups on the Canadian side of the Columbia River Basin are adamant that salmon runs that have long been blocked by dams in the United States must be restored, potentially in a renewed river treaty between the two countries.
Many veterinarians in Canada are facing extreme burnout and declining mental health

Many veterinarians in Canada are facing extreme burnout and declining mental health

Veterinarians in Canada say they are experiencing extreme burnout and plummeting mental health due to staff shortages, a booming number of animal patients and the round-the-clock stress of the job.
Update: Volcanic ash cloud cleared, YVR flights back to normal

Update: Volcanic ash cloud cleared, YVR flights back to normal

Passengers should check their flight status with their airlines before heading to the airport.