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Metro Vancouver sees e-bike boom amid 'alarming' speed from illegal devices

Metro Vancouver sees e-bike boom amid 'alarming' speed from illegal devices

As electric bicycles explode in popularity in Metro Vancouver, other still illegal devices are getting faster, a new study has found.
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Marielle Thompson leads Canadian podium sweep in Arosa

Marielle Thompson leads Canadian podium sweep in Arosa

Reece Howden emerges triumphant in photo finish
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B.C. vacancy rates tick up, easing rental price hikes: CMHC

B.C. vacancy rates tick up, easing rental price hikes: CMHC

The Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation says rent price inflation slowed in 2024 as more rental buildings are being completed and immigration demands lessen.
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Adoptable pet of the week: Take home this regal pair of tuxedo cats

Adoptable pet of the week: Take home this regal pair of tuxedo cats

BC SPCA West Vancouver is looking for an adopter who is ready to welcome this inseparable pair into their home
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Buckle up B.C. Wet and wintry blast on the way

Buckle up B.C. Wet and wintry blast on the way

Rainfall and snowfall warnings have been issued by Environment Canada.
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West Vancouver council approves increases to parking fines

West Vancouver council approves increases to parking fines

Traffic violation fines were last increased in 2006, councillor says. The new fines are effective immediately
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Mario Canseco: Canadians expect more holiday stress in 2024 than during COVID

Mario Canseco: Canadians expect more holiday stress in 2024 than during COVID

Generational gaps emerge as Canadians reflect on holiday traditions and childhood memories
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New buy-and-sell vintage store arrives in North Vancouver

New buy-and-sell vintage store arrives in North Vancouver

Arrival Vintage was created by North Van locals behind other second-hand clothing businesses including Granville Flea Market and F as in Frank
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Yalda Night welcomes brighter days ahead with watermelon, warmth and celebrations

Yalda Night welcomes brighter days ahead with watermelon, warmth and celebrations

Members of the Iranian-Canadian community in North Vancouver and West Van are getting ready to celebrate the solstice Dec. 20 with late-night festivities
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These B.C. communities are losing icy winters faster than the rest of Canada

These B.C. communities are losing icy winters faster than the rest of Canada

Vancouver lost 19 days of freezing temperatures over the last decade — more than any city in Canada. Climate change is to blame, according to a recent analysis.
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