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$500M fund in B.C. to help non-profits buy rental buildings, keep rent affordable

$500M fund in B.C. to help non-profits buy rental buildings, keep rent affordable

VICTORIA — A $500-million rental-protection fund that will help non-profit groups purchase rental buildings has opened in British Columbia.
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Richmond-born activist fights stigma of drug addiction

Richmond-born activist fights stigma of drug addiction

Guy Felicella recently spoke with city councillors and city staff about his experience with homelessness and drug addiction and how he overcame these.
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Mystery over anonymous McDonald's delivery blitz on Richmond street

Mystery over anonymous McDonald's delivery blitz on Richmond street

Residents puzzled after at least 8 homes received unsolicited meals on Tuesday night, resulting in two RCMP vehicles attending
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Teen girl, 16, vanishes during hike at one of B.C.'s largest parks

Teen girl, 16, vanishes during hike at one of B.C.'s largest parks

Police say the teen was carrying water, food and a cellphone. However, due to the remote location, pings have been negative.
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Vancouver Airport traveller scoops $1 million with spare toonies

Vancouver Airport traveller scoops $1 million with spare toonies

The Ontario resident was just trying to empty his pockets when he decided to buy some tickets at a YVR kiosk.
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Richmond Special Olympics athletes gearing up for Canada Day parade

Richmond Special Olympics athletes gearing up for Canada Day parade

Are you excited for the return of the Canada Day festivities?
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New immigrants without wealth 'avoiding' Vancouver

New immigrants without wealth 'avoiding' Vancouver

A lack of affordability ‘deflects’ immigration, while Alberta policies attempt to draw it
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Severe cold could hurt B.C. wine sector as much as heat and forest fires

Severe cold could hurt B.C. wine sector as much as heat and forest fires

December 2022's deep chill has killed vines and significantly reduced grape growth.
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Around half a million union members boycott Richmond airport hotels

Around half a million union members boycott Richmond airport hotels

The BC Federation of Labour has declared a public boycott of the Sheraton Vancouver Airport and its sister hotels next door
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Canadians' household debt is high, but risk of major shock is low: economists

Canadians' household debt is high, but risk of major shock is low: economists

TORONTO — Decades of low interest rates and strong housing demand have led to high levels of household debt for Canadians, and now rising interest rates are increasing the cost of servicing that debt.
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