Vancouver distraction thefts spike to 20 cases in November
Vancouver Police report a sharp rise in distraction thefts, with 20 incidents in November 2025. Most occurred in East Vancouver. Learn the details and how to stay safe.
Vancouver Police report a sharp rise in distraction thefts, with 20 incidents in November 2025. Most occurred in East Vancouver. Learn the details and how to stay safe.
Vancouver is streamlining patio permits for 2026, eliminating fees for small setups and simplifying applications to boost local restaurants and bars. Learn about the new rules.
Barrie residents can finally breathe a sigh of relief as the long-awaited reopening of Bayview Drive ends construction delays and traffic headaches. Get the full story on the completed project.
Discover the must-see classical music concerts and events in Vancouver this December, from The Nutcracker to the VSO's holiday series. Plan your festive season with our guide.
Quebec's construction sector achieved a record year in 2025 with a 2% increase. Experts project further expansion in 2026, signaling robust economic activity. Discover the drivers behind this growth.
Discover Vancouver's must-see live music events this December, from John Legend's anniversary tour to local indie shows and holiday festivals. Find dates and ticket info.
Vancouver's PNE is seeking corporate naming rights partners for the historic Pacific Coliseum and Agrodome venues. Learn about this landmark opportunity and what it means for Vancouver's entertainment scene.
Metro Vancouver's festive season begins this weekend with major holiday events. Discover the 2024 Shipyards Christmas Market and other seasonal attractions across the region.
An Indigenous and female-led North Vancouver company, NUQO Modular, champions modular housing as a key solution to slash construction landfill waste by up to 90% and build faster.
Vancouver's Granville Street hospitality industry reports untenable crime levels, demanding closure of SROs after 6,641 emergency calls since 2020. Read the full investigation.
Discover Vancouver's vibrant choral music scene this holiday season. Our guide features must-see concerts from Elektra Women's Choir, Vancouver Bach Choir, and Handel's Messiah performances.
Vancouver's PNE Amphitheatre budget has nearly tripled to $183 million, raising questions about accountability and major project management in Canadian municipalities.
A devastating high-rise fire in Hong Kong has claimed 44 lives, leading to arrests for gross negligence. Learn about the rescue efforts and the safety investigation.
Discover the brightest Christmas light displays across Metro Vancouver for 2025. Help us build our interactive map by submitting your festive home decoration!
Pattullo Bridge southbound lanes closing for three consecutive nights for construction work. Plan alternate routes between New Westminster and Surrey.
Tecumseh residents get extended yard waste collection. Learn about the new schedule and how it benefits local homeowners and the environment.
Vancouver's beloved Honda Celebration of Light fireworks festival ends after 33 years. Read about the community legacy and express your memories of this iconic event.
Vancouver's beloved Celebration of Light fireworks show is cancelled for good after 2025 due to a severe funding shortfall and rising costs, ending a summer tradition dating back to 1992.
Barrie residents gain extra week for yard waste disposal with paper bag collection at curb. City extends seasonal service to accommodate fall cleanup needs.
Vancouver's Just For Laughs festival celebrates its 10th anniversary in February 2026 with over 100 shows featuring James Acaster, Michelle Buteau, and more. Get tickets now!
Emergency crews airlifted a construction worker after being struck on Highway 21 near Kincardine. The incident highlights ongoing workplace safety concerns in construction zones.
Vancouver introduces temporary bylaws for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, limiting street vendors and performers while allowing more noise. Fines of up to $1,000 will be enforced.
A Saskatoon construction company faces a $100,000 fine after a wall collapsed onto a worker's leg. Learn about workplace safety enforcement in Saskatchewan.
Environment Canada issues rainfall warning for Metro Vancouver and parts of Vancouver Island with heavy downpours expected throughout Saturday. Stay prepared for potential flooding.
City of Edmonton provides essential guidance on proper Christmas lights disposal and waste reduction strategies this holiday season. Learn how to recycle responsibly.
British Columbia introduces innovative digital platform to streamline housing development process. Learn how this technology aims to address the housing crisis faster.
Vancouver city councillors are pushing back against Metro Vancouver's liquid waste management plan, citing concerns over costs and environmental impact. Learn about the debate.
Vancouver's Cambie Street has earned a spot on the prestigious list of world's coolest streets. Discover what makes this Vancouver corridor so special and unique.
Alberta accelerates construction of five new school projects in Edmonton and Calgary to address urgent need for classroom spaces, cutting timelines by up to nine months.
Saskatoon residents face persistent waste processing odours until 2028 as city council debates $93.4 million pipeline solution. Councillor calls 3-year timeline 'awful long time' to fix the problem.