B.C. launches 18 long-term involuntary care beds in Metro Vancouver

Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 5:21 pm more...

British Columbia has inaugurated 18 new long-term involuntary care beds at a Metro Vancouver mental health facility designed for individuals admitted under the Mental Health Act. The initiative seeks to address the growing demand for structured mental health services while ensuring that those requiring compulsory care receive consistent, secure treatment.

theglobeandmail.com / B.C. opens new long-term involuntary care beds in Metro Vancouver

thestar.com / B.C. opening 18 long-term involuntary care beds in Metro Vancouver

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B.C. men arrested in fatal Mississauga shooting incident

Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 12:22 pm more...

Authorities have charged two men from British Columbia in connection with the fatal shooting of a Mississauga resident in a parking lot assault. The investigation details suggest multiple gunshots led to the victim’s untimely demise, stirring community concern and calling for prompt legal action.

cp24.com/ / Two men arrested in Delta, B.C. in connection with Mississauga homicide - CP24

globalnews.ca / Two men arrested in B.C., charged with murder in Mississauga, Ont. shooting: police

theglobeandmail.com / Two men arrested in B.C., charged with murder in shooting of Mississauga man, police say

citynews.ca / 2 men arrested in B.C, charged in Mississauga businessman’s murder

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Oxford Properties clinches full office portfolio stake in Western Canada

Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 8:21 am more...

Oxford Properties Group has completed a $730-million deal to acquire the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board’s 50% share in its Western Canadian downtown office portfolio. This consolidates their ownership in key Calgary and Vancouver assets and marks a bold move in the competitive real estate market.

theglobeandmail.com / Oxford Properties buys CPP Investments’ stake in office portfolio in Western Canada

thestar.com / Oxford Properties buys CPP Investments' stake in office portfolio in Western Canada

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B.C. government reviews controversial home-sharing program practices

Monday, June 2, 2025, 7:21 pm more...

In the wake of a tragic inquest involving a woman’s starvation death and concerns over its use by adults with developmental disabilities, British Columbia has commissioned an independent review of its home-sharing program. Officials promise a deep dive into the oversight of this contentious initiative—bureaucracy at its finest!

globalnews.ca / B.C. launches review of home-sharing program after inquest into woman’s starvation death

thestar.com / Review of B.C. home-sharing program for adults with developmental disabilities

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BC unveils progress on $2.95B SkyTrain tunnel project

Monday, June 2, 2025, 7:21 pm more...

The British Columbia government has offered an exclusive behind‐the-scenes look at the Broadway subway tunnel, slated for a 2027 launch. The $2.95 billion expansion of the SkyTrain Millennium line reflects significant transit investment amid expected hurdles inherent to major infrastructure projects.

globalnews.ca / B.C. gives behind-the-scenes look at the Broadway subway, still aiming for 2027 launch

thestar.com / B.C. provides peek into $2.95B SkyTrain tunnel, set to open in 2027

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B.C. Ostrich Farm Faces Avian Flu Cull Backlash

Monday, June 2, 2025, 6:21 pm more...

At a British Columbia ostrich farm, operators are challenging a swift cull order following an avian flu outbreak. They are calling for independent testing to prove that the mass destruction is warranted. The debate has ignited protests and raised serious concerns among stakeholders about the decision’s necessity.

theglobeandmail.com / B.C. ostrich farm operators say birds pose no threat, call for independent testing

globalnews.ca / B.C. ostrich farm calls for independent testing to prevent ‘unnecessary destruction’

thestar.com / Here are some facts about the proposed cull of hundreds of ostriches at B.C. farm

thestar.com / B.C. ostrich farm calls for independent testing to prevent 'unnecessary destruction'

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B.C. Premier Eby Departs on Asia Trade Mission

Saturday, May 31, 2025, 7:20 pm more...

British Columbia’s premier has set off on an Asian trade mission amid domestic controversy over fast‐tracked laws. Despite Indigenous leaders withdrawing their support, Eby remains focused on securing new economic opportunities for the province. The trip aims to forge stronger international ties and boost trade relations.

thestar.com / Eby heads to Asia on trade mission as Indigenous leader pulls out due to Bills 14, 15

globalnews.ca / B.C. Premier David Eby leaves on a trade mission to Asia

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CFIA fines BC ostrich farm for avian flu non-compliance

Friday, May 30, 2025, 9:20 pm more...

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency fined a British Columbia ostrich farm $20,000 after it failed to cooperate with anti-avian flu measures, delaying critical cull planning. This strict enforcement underlines regulators’ commitment to preventing avian flu spread despite the bird farm’s persistent non-compliance.

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nationalpost.com / Ostriches at B.C. farm have version of avian flu not seen elsewhere in Canada: CFIA

globalnews.ca / B.C. ostrich farm failed to contain bio risk from avian flu, agency says

theglobeandmail.com / B.C. ostriches set for cull have avian flu infection not seen elsewhere in Canada, agency says

citynews.ca / CFIA fines B.C. ostrich farm over avian flu failures

thestar.com / CFIA fines B.C. ostrich farm over avian flu violations, says cull planning goes on

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Premature harbor seal Zeus rescued along B.C. shorelines

Friday, May 30, 2025, 5:21 pm more...

In a feel-good wildlife rescue, authorities in British Columbia saved a prematurely born harbor seal, affectionately nicknamed Zeus, found stranded near White Rock. The prompt intervention highlights both the unexpected challenges and occasional victories in protecting vulnerable marine life.

theglobeandmail.com / Prematurely born harbour seal called Zeus is rescued on B.C. shore

theglobeandmail.com / Premature harbour seal, nicknamed Zeus, rescued in B.C.

thestar.com / Prematurely born harbour seal Zeus is rescued in British Columbia

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Investigation into illegal killing of a B.C. mother bear

Friday, May 30, 2025, 5:21 pm more...

Authorities in British Columbia are investigating the unlawful shooting of a female black bear along with her cubs near Williams Lake. The tragic incident has ignited community outcry over wildlife protection and regulatory enforcement, leaving investigators with a challenging case.

globalnews.ca / Illegal killing of mother bear orphans five cubs near Williams Lake

thestar.com / Illegal killing of mother bear orphans five cubs in B.C., triggering investigation

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