North Shore Rescue deployed a thermal imaging drone to locate and save an out-of-bounds snowboarder near Metro Vancouver. The high-tech operation highlights the vital role of technology in wilderness emergencies.
Plan your weekend in Metro Vancouver with our guide to the Vancouver Boat Show, the Hot Chocolate Festival, and other exciting local events happening January 17-19, 2026.
North Shore Rescue details the challenging search for a missing snowboarder on Mount Seymour, sharing key lessons for backcountry safety. Read their critical advice.
The RCMP's economic crime unit is investigating Vegas Vacations, a Metro Vancouver travel agency that had its business licence cancelled. Get the latest details on the probe.
A break in severe weather allowed rescue crews to airlift four stranded hikers from a remote British Columbia mountainside. Get the details on the dramatic operation.
A B.C. Supreme Court case reveals how two Beijing Opera workers moved millions into Metro Vancouver real estate, only to face alleged misappropriation by a trusted friend. Discover the full story.
Metro Vancouver Transit Police are investigating after a man allegedly attempted to set a sleeping passenger on fire. Authorities are urging witnesses to come forward.
Saskatoon-based Draganfly partners with an international rescue organization, showcasing how Canadian drone technology is becoming a vital public-safety tool from Saskatchewan to Sweden. Discover the future of search and rescue.
Saskatchewan RCMP rescued two individuals lost in a forest near Prince Albert and are now searching for a suspect. Get the latest details on the ongoing investigation.
Waterloo Regional Police recovered stolen jewelry, sentimental items, and coins during a search of a Vaughan home on January 12, 2026. Details on the investigation.
The search for Tasha Ferland, 23, continues after her pickup truck broke through the ice near Winnipeg. Authorities are urging the public for any information.
A Vancouver-area property sold for nearly $800,000 over its list price, highlighting intense competition in B.C.'s real estate market. Experts call the sale 'pretty remarkable.'
A bitter B.C. Supreme Court lawsuit exposes how one family moved millions from China into Metro Vancouver real estate, revealing methods of cross-border wealth transfer. Read the full story.
Vegas Vacations, a Metro Vancouver travel agency, has had its business licence cancelled. Customers speak out about lost money and broken promises. Read the full story.
The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended its search for a missing sailor off the coast of British Columbia. The operation involved multiple assets over several days.
A Vancouver police sergeant braved smoke to rescue an unresponsive man from a mattress fire in the 116-year-old Dodson Rooms. Read about the heroic early-morning rescue.
SOS Prairie Rescue removed 15 cats from a condemned Saskatoon property on January 6, 2026. The animal rescue described the conditions as horrific. Read the full story.
A major animal rescue operation saved almost 100 dogs and cats from remote northern Ontario communities. The Barrie-based organization, Lost Boys Hope Rescue, led the mission. Read the full story.
The Vancouver area recorded its fewest home sales in more than 20 years in 2025, according to the local real estate board. Explore the data and market analysis.
Environment Canada warns of significant rainfall up to 70mm for Metro Vancouver and heavy snow for the North Shore mountains starting Monday night. Get the latest forecast details.
Metro Vancouver's housing market recorded its lowest sales in two decades in 2025, with high inventory pushing benchmark prices down by about 5%. Will 2026 bring a rebound?
The Metro Vancouver real estate market recorded its fewest annual home sales in more than 20 years during 2025, according to the local real estate board. Explore the data and factors behind the historic slowdown.
Environment Canada warns of heavy rain for Metro Vancouver. Get the latest forecast details, timing, and potential impacts for the region.
Oliver/Osoyoos Search and Rescue performed a challenging rescue of two skiers on Baldy Mountain on January 3. Get the details on the operation and winter safety reminders.
Indonesian rescuers recovered a second body near Komodo National Park as the search for a missing Spanish soccer coach and two children was extended. The boat sank on December 26, 2025.
Metro Vancouver residents face higher costs for essentials like hydro and groceries in 2026. Learn what's driving the increases and how to budget for the year ahead.
A B.C. trail runner saved by North Shore Rescue on Christmas Day 2025 expresses his gratitude by giving back to the volunteer team that found him.
Environment Canada warns of hazardous travel in Metro Vancouver due to dense fog Wednesday morning. Near-zero visibility expected until late morning. Commuters urged to exercise extreme caution.
Ring in 2026 with a frigid dip! Metro Vancouver's polar bear swims, led by the 106-year-old English Bay event, offer a chilling start to the new year. Find times and locations from Deep Cove to White Rock.
A renewed deep-sea search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 has commenced, focusing on a remote area of the southern Indian Ocean. The operation aims to solve one of aviation's greatest mysteries.