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Federal Court denies My Sea to Sky's request for extension

Federal Court denies My Sea to Sky's request for extension

Judge Régimbal dismisses application for judicial review of Minister's amended decisions.
Falling tree takes out 'critical' power pole on Lynn Valley Road

Falling tree takes out 'critical' power pole on Lynn Valley Road

There were power outages across North Vancouver and West Vancouver Friday as winter weather turns to rain
Photos: When Deep Cove freezes over

Photos: When Deep Cove freezes over

The North Vancouver marina was partially frozen over this week, something resident Yvonne Leonard has only seen a couple times in 21 years.
'Ice is not safe': Vancouver officials warn people to stay off frozen lakes, ponds

'Ice is not safe': Vancouver officials warn people to stay off frozen lakes, ponds

Signs at many Vancouver parks read "danger, thin ice, keep off," but people are still skating on the frozen lakes.
Massive power outages affect thousands of BC Hydro customers in Metro Vancouver

Massive power outages affect thousands of BC Hydro customers in Metro Vancouver

"Most power outages are caused by trees and adverse weather, including wind, rain, snow, and ice."
Rob Shaw: Feds, province at loggerheads over caps on international students

Rob Shaw: Feds, province at loggerheads over caps on international students

B.C. housing minister: 'The core issue we still have, regardless, is we are not building enough housing for the people we have.'
Birth tourism showing post-pandemic rebound in B.C.

Birth tourism showing post-pandemic rebound in B.C.

Before the COVID-19 pandemic hit in March 2020, nearly 900 foreign mothers paid to give birth in B.C.; however, that figure dropped substantially, to 152, in 2021. Now, with travel restrictions lifted, birth tourism appears back on the rise, says immigration researcher.
Tesla supercharger queue jams North Vancouver parking lot

Tesla supercharger queue jams North Vancouver parking lot

A combination of cold weather and other Tesla-specific issues is causing the congestion, expert says.
North Shore drivers (mostly) behaving in snowy conditions this week, police say

North Shore drivers (mostly) behaving in snowy conditions this week, police say

With schools out and many working from home, traffic volumes are down considerably
Vancouver council asked to approve $4.9M to fight Stanley Park looper moth infestation

Vancouver council asked to approve $4.9M to fight Stanley Park looper moth infestation

City staff report: "Failing trees pose a public safety risk and will result in increased fuel loads, leading to increased wildfire risk."