Alert officer was in the right place at right time
Delta Police officers often do paperwork in varied locations throughout the City, as a way to help keep an eye on things. One officer’s…
BCUC approves ICBC basic rate decrease on interim basis
With the introduction of ICBC’s new Enhanced Care coverage in May 2021, drivers will save on average 20 per cent on their combined basic and optional vehicle insurance.
Police dog retires on a high note
“She’s amazingly fast, but it’s time for her to retire while she’s still healthy,” says Cst. Martens. He’s also taking the opportunity to move on after ten years with the RCMP-led Lower Mainland District Integrated Police Dog Service, and has gone back to front line patrol work with the DPD.
Rachna Singh and Jennifer Whiteside – “Education is a powerful tool in the fight for equity and equality
We stand alongside every person who has faced – and continues to face – racism today and every day. Black Shirt Day is a grassroots initiative to show solidarity with Black and racialized communities in B.C. in their ongoing struggle for equity, equality and justice.
BC Liberals seek clarity on ventilation upgrades promised for B.C. schools
Opposition Critic for Education Jackie Tegart is calling on the NDP to provide clarity about its commitment to upgrade air ventilation systems in B.C. schools as part of the province’s COVID-19 response.
Fraser Health declares COVID-19 outbreak at Eagle Ridge Manor
Fraser Health has declared a COVID-19 outbreak at Eagle Ridge Manor. One resident and one staff member have tested positive for COVID-19.
Declaration start for third year speculation and vacancy tax (SVT)
Residential property owners who own homes in communities where the speculation and vacancy tax (SVT) applies will soon receive their declaration packages in the mail, starting Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021.
Nuu-chah-nulth Grieves Tragic Loss of Respected Elder Harry Lucas
The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council (NTC) would like to send our deepest condolences to the family and communities of late Harry Lucas (mit) who was a very well respected and loved man by many, near and far.
Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Urges Members to Take Covid-19 Vaccine
Receiving the Covid-19 vaccine is a huge step towards some type of normalcy in our daily lives, but we must remind each and every one of you to continue to follow the health orders and recommendations as long as they are in place to mitigate the risk to our valuable members as vaccines do require two doses within weeks of each other to get the full benefits of the vaccine.
MAJORITY OF MEDIA STORIES FAIL TO LABEL “PREPRINT” COVID-19 RESEARCH – STUDY
A new SFU-led study finds that less than half of media stories in early 2020 featuring COVID-19 “preprint” research—research that has not yet been peer-reviewed—accurately framed the studies as being preprints or unverified research.
Province doubles CleanBC home energy retrofit rebates
The Province’s CleanBC plan aims to reduce the environmental impact of existing buildings and to waste less energy. By using more clean energy and using it more efficiently in homes and buildings, British Columbians can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality.