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Island Health looking to the sky to upgrade medical services delivery

Health authority flies drone test at Comox Valley hospital in partnership with UVic

Jan 27, 2025 7:35 AM Read more >

Chinese Canadians recall B.C. ridicule and racism over pandemic precautions

Measures, including masking and avoiding crowds, eventually became key strategies

Jan 27, 2025 7:30 AM Read more >

Island doctor prescribes Elder College as potential cure for what's ailing seniors

Mid Island Elder College one of many social groups and activities that bring holistic benefits, says Dr. Adam Hoverman

Jan 27, 2025 7:05 AM Read more >

UPDATE: Kelowna bridge reopens, explosives unit investigates Rutland home

The bridge was closed for several hours

Jan 27, 2025 6:52 AM Read more >

‘Invisible and disposable’ aimed at giving human face to B.C.’s migrant workers

Photographers Luz Rosas and Carlos Colin hoping to challenge perceptions of migrant workers

Jan 27, 2025 6:50 AM Read more >

Volunteers rescue injured snowshoer on Vancouver Island's 5040 Peak

Medical call was just the start of a busy week for Alberni Valley Rescue Squad

Jan 27, 2025 3:20 AM Read more >

B.C.-based climate activist deported to Pakistan after protest charges

Zain Haq’s temporary resident permit expired in October

Jan 26, 2025 4:20 PM Read more >

Hero Stories: How an Island First Nation's stories became a graphic novel

Managing editor Tchadas Leo shares how 'Xwémalhkwu' came to be for Homalco people

Jan 26, 2025 11:55 AM Read more >

Driver dead at scene of multi-vehicle crash on Metro Vancouver bridge

The crash involved 5 vehicles, including a bus

Jan 26, 2025 11:30 AM Read more >

‘Turning point’: Rent prices should see relief this year, but markets still tight

October marked the first month in 3 years the asking rent for units across Canada fell

Jan 26, 2025 9:30 AM Read more >