Vancouver task force shows crime drop in Downtown Eastside

Thursday, May 22, 2025, 12:20 pm more...

Vancouver’s newly deployed task force is taking credit for a notable decline in violent crime across the Downtown Eastside, Gastown, Chinatown, and Strathcona. Neat numbers and a dash of police efficiency have locals smiling—if only the statistics could tell the whole story.

globalnews.ca / Violence, street crime down in Vancouver’s DTES due to task force, police say

theglobeandmail.com / Crime in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside dropped after adoption of task force, police say

thestar.com / Vancouver police say Downtown Eastside crime drops after adoption of task force

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 3 hours ago #crime #urban #bc #vancouver +

Vancouver Inlet Dredging Project Kicks Off for Oil Tankers

Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 8:20 pm more...

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has begun preliminary work to deepen Burrard Inlet, aiming to accommodate fully loaded oil tankers. The project, linked with comments by a former finance chief, is moving through permitting processes to boost regional port efficiency.

globalnews.ca / Preliminary work on plan to dredge Burrard Inlet underway, port says

citynews.ca / Port says dredging of Vancouver’s Burrard Inlet underway, a project touted by Carney

thestar.com / Port says dredging of Vancouver's Burrard Inlet underway, a project touted by Carney

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 43 hours ago #infrastructure #bc #transportation #vancouver +

Vancouver council byelection plagued by capacity issues

Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 3:21 pm more...

A recent report on Vancouver’s council byelection revealed that long waiting times, some extending over three hours, were a clear symptom of inadequate staffing and polling capacity. Voter frustrations have mounted, exposing significant flaws in election day planning.

globalnews.ca / Long waits a ‘defining aspect’ of Vancouver byelection, report finds

thestar.com / City cut polling places and staff for Vancouver vote defined by long waits: report

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 2 days ago #politics #elections #bc #vancouver +

Vancouver councillors demand tighter oversight on municipal spending

Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 2:21 pm more...

Four Metro Vancouver area councillors have banded together to demand increased provincial oversight of municipal spending following allegations of misuse in a city hall gift card program. Their petition underscores mounting frustrations over public funds management, ensuring that every loose buck is brought under scrutiny.

globalnews.ca / Forensic audit into City of Richmond gift card spending expanded to last decade

theglobeandmail.com / Four Metro Vancouver area councillors urge more B.C. oversight of municipal spending

thestar.com / Metro Vancouver area councillors urge more B.C. oversight of municipal spending

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 2 days ago #politics #budget #bc #vancouver +

Vancouver officer charged after Downtown Eastside pedestrian strike

Friday, May 16, 2025, 7:20 pm more...

A Vancouver police officer now faces charges under the Motor Vehicle Act for a pedestrian strike that occurred a year ago in the Downtown Eastside. The case continues to raise eyebrows over police accountability in a neighborhood with a long history of hardship and controversy.

theglobeandmail.com / Vancouver officer charged a year after pedestrian strike in Downtown Eastside-wire

thestar.com / Vancouver officer charged a year after pedestrian strike in Downtown Eastside

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 5 days ago #crime #bc #canada #vancouver +

Vancouver Lapu-Lapu Festival: Review of Fateful SUV Attack

Friday, May 16, 2025, 12:22 pm more...

Vancouver authorities are re-examining safety protocols after a tragic SUV attack during the Lapu-Lapu festival, which resulted in eleven deaths and numerous injuries. Despite thorough event planning, the shocking assault has raised questions on preparedness and emergency responses at large public events.

theglobeandmail.com / Vancouver Lapu-Lapu festival followed safety rules before attack, preliminary report finds

globalnews.ca / Preliminary Vancouver safety event report released after Lapu Lapu tragedy

cbc.ca / Preventing vehicle ramming attacks an 'urgent challenge,' says Vancouver mayor

theglobeandmail.com / Vancouver Lapu-Lapu festival planning took all necessary measures before attack, preliminary review says

thestar.com / CP NewsAlert: Report says Lapu Lapu festival planning followed rules

permalink / 5 stories from sources in 6 days ago #crime #bc #vancouver #filipino +

Record-breaking BC lottery jackpot spurs life change move

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 4:21 pm more...

Two stories report the same jaw-dropping lottery win in British Columbia—an $80-million jackpot that has not only upended lives but also inspired the winner to quit his job in favor of giving back. Clearly, lady luck has a humorous way of rewriting life plans.

theglobeandmail.com / B.C. man wins record $80-million lottery jackpot

theglobeandmail.com / B.C. winner of record $80-million lottery jackpot quits job, vows to give back to community

cbc.ca / B.C. winner of record $80M lottery jackpot quits job, vows to give back to community

globalnews.ca / Winner of Canada’s largest lottery was buying buns before spontaneous ticket purchase

thestar.com / B.C. winner of record $80M lottery jackpot quits job, vows to give back to community

permalink / 5 stories from sources in 6 days ago #business #bc #canada #vancouver +

Canucks Unveil New Head Coach Amid Team Shakeup

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 2:21 pm more...

The Vancouver Canucks have introduced their new head coach in a dramatic press conference that sparked lively debate among fans. The change, broadcast live on CP24, signals a strategic reboot as the franchise readies itself for the challenges of the upcoming playoffs.

cp24.com/ / LIVE NOW: Canucks introduce new head coach - CP24

cp24.com/ / LIVE @ 2 p.m. EDT: Canucks introduce new head coach - CP24

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 7 days ago #bc #sports #vancouver #nhl +

Vancouver Festival SUV Attack Recovery: Community Remains Resilient Amid Tragedy

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 4:20 am more...

On April 26 at Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu Day festival, an SUV slammed into a crowded celebration, killing eleven and leaving many injured. Families and survivors are now navigating a difficult journey to recovery amidst public shock and widespread calls for enhanced security measures.

theglobeandmail.com / Family in B.C. festival tragedy celebrates small victories on long road to recovery

thestar.com / Family in B.C. festival tragedy celebrates small victories on long road to recovery

thestar.com / Eleven killed in festival attack included families, artist, visitor from Philippines

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 7 days ago #crime #bc #vancouver #courage +

Vancouver festival attack: Identities of 11 victims released

Friday, May 9, 2025, 3:21 pm more...

In a solemn announcement following the tragic attack during a Vancouver festival, organizers have unveiled the names of all 11 victims. The disclosure aims to honor those lost while providing some closure to grieving families, even as detectives pursue further leads in this harrowing case.

citynews.ca / Filipino BC confirms identities of all 11 people killed in Vancouver festival attack

thestar.com / Filipino BC confirms identities of all 11 people killed in Vancouver festival attack

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 13 days ago #crime #bc #vancouver #injury +