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iN NUMBERS: Food prices in BC expected to continue rising in 2026
Statistics Canada, and a separate report from experts at various Canadian universities have the exact numbers so you can quantify your outrage.
Man found badly burned near Penticton schools
"The male remains in critical condition at this time.”
Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Inter Miami: The MLS Cup by the numbers
MIAMI — When the Vancouver Whitecaps and Inter Miami meet in the MLS Cup final…
Police in Abbotsford, B.C., launch exit-support program to address extortions’ roots
ABBOTSFORD — Police in Abbotsford, B.C., have launched a new program targeting people involved in…
AFC Toronto looks to prove skeptics wrong at seven-a-side tournament in Florida
Despite topping the Northern Super League regular-season standings, it appears AFC Toronto is not getting…
Thinking critically about Carney’s proposed conservation corridor in northwest BC
The federal government says both extraction and conservation are key to the B.C. “corridor” it’s focused on. But the scarce information provided focuses on minerals and energy, not wildlife or Indigenous-led protection plans.
LAFC signs goalkeeper Hugo Lloris to contract extension for next season with option for ’27
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Veteran French goalkeeper Hugo Lloris is staying at Los Angeles FC…
IIO clears police in fatal shooting of autistic teen with weapon in Surrey, B.C.
SURREY — British Columbia’s police watchdog agency says there are no reasonable grounds to believe…
Canada coach has ‘gut feeling’ about what lies ahead at FIFA World Cup draw
Like everyone else, Jesse Marsch is eager to learn Canada’s World Cup path at Friday’s…
Water-contaminated fuel led to 2023 plane crash near Bella Bella, B.C.: TSB
RICHMOND — Federal investigators say the use of fuel contaminated with water caused the failure…
Messi’s plans for 2026 World Cup? ‘One day at a time’
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Lionel Messi isn’t saying if he plans to play in…
Clearwater breeder with 59 dogs pleads guilty to animal cruelty
It all started with the breeder sold an unhealthy dog in a Kamloops parking lot.
Vancouver to host Davis Cup qualifying tie between Canada and Brazil
VANCOUVER — Vancouver will host Canada’s first-round tie with Brazil in the Davis Cup Qualifiers,…
Sceptres to welcome expansion Goldeneyes to Scotiabank Arena before Olympic break
TORONTO — The Toronto Sceptres will make their third trip to Scotiabank Arena next month…
Eight-year-old girl’s fatal fall from Vancouver highrise balcony ruled an accident
VANCOUVER — The death of an eight-year-old girl who fell from a Vancouver highrise building…
What’s happening this weekend in the Okanagan, Kamloops
Welcome the holiday season during the first weekend of December with these events across Kelowna,…
Gallant Strides: Curling double duty has its advantages at the Winter Olympics
Brett Gallant will make history at the Milan Cortina Olympics when he becomes the first…
In the news: Food prices rise, First Nations to meet Feds, B.C. Conservative chaos
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
A seal galumphs into a bar. The bartender says ‘Grab the salmon!’
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — A seal walked into a bar. Or to use a…
Carpenter, Knight score late power play goals, Torrent get first-ever win, 2-1 over Sirens
SEATTLE (AP) — Alex Carpenter and Hilary Knight scored power play goals 22 seconds apart…
Peterka has 2 goals and 2 assists, Vejmelka gets first shutout of season as Mammoth beat Ducks 7-0
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — JJ Peterka had two goals and two asssists, Karel Vejmelka stopped…
Johnston scores 19 as Richmond knocks off Belmont 84-76
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Will Johnston scored 15 of his 19 points in the second…
Aerin Frankel notches another shutout and Boston Fleet top Vancouver Goldeneyes 2-0
BOSTON (AP) — Abby Newhook and Jill Saulnier scored goals, Aerin Frankel stopped 21 shots…
Brazile scores 21 points as No. 25 Arkansas hands No. 6 Louisville its 1st loss, 89-80
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — Trevon Brazile scored 21 points to lead five Arkansas players in…