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Jobs, environmental protection hold key to broad support for resource projects

Jobs, environmental protection hold key to broad support for resource projects

Note: This column has been updated. A survey conducted by Research Co. on behalf of LNG Canada sought to understand the support that exists for resource development projects in British Columbia and Canada.
Hundreds of tiny tremors recorded between Victoria and Seattle

Hundreds of tiny tremors recorded between Victoria and Seattle

It’s not the type of tweet you want to read just before bedtime. “Several hundred tiny tremors (not felt) between Victoria and Seattle in the past 24 hours,” Earthquake guy posted Tuesday night. “Possibly the start of an early ETS? Stay tuned.
Facebook and Instagram facing outages

Facebook and Instagram facing outages

Facebook and Instagram users may have noticed a few glitches on their accounts on Wednesday. In fact, Facebook users around the world were reporting outages, including being unable to send messages or create new posts.
Inter-urban rail line would save billions, says Vander Zalm

Inter-urban rail line would save billions, says Vander Zalm

It’s going to save billions, it’s better for the environment and will get more people out of their cars. That’s what former B.C.
Canadians faced with new travel requirements for travel to Europe

Canadians faced with new travel requirements for travel to Europe

While a number of countries have strict visa requirements, most European nations currently allow Canadians to travel through their borders visa-free. In other words, all that Canadian travellers require is a passport in order to travel.
B.C. floats plans for immunization registry

B.C. floats plans for immunization registry

Vaccination record could mitigate future outbreaks
Man fighting for life in hospital after Richmond shooting

Man fighting for life in hospital after Richmond shooting

Police say 9 a.m. incident on Mitchell Island is likely targeted
Richmond city recognized for financial reports

Richmond city recognized for financial reports

The City of Richmond received two awards on Monday for its financial reporting – one of them, the Canadian Award for Financial Reporting, the city has received 16 years in a row.
Richmond submits final Smart Cities bid, calls for vendor partners

Richmond submits final Smart Cities bid, calls for vendor partners

Richmond submitted its final Smart Cities proposal earlier this month in the hopes of winning $10 million and now, the city is calling on vendors, contractors or service providers to partner on the project.
Police crack down on distracted drivers

Police crack down on distracted drivers

A lot more distracted drivers in Richmond were handed fines in January compared to previous months. A total of 116 people were ticketed for distracted driving compared to 38 in December and 53 in November.