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British Columbians' private health data not secure, says privacy commissioner

British Columbians' private health data not secure, says privacy commissioner

"Neither a malicious attack nor an authorized employee abusing their credentials is likely to be caught in the act."
Escaping B.C. strata cat subject of off-leash complaints

Escaping B.C. strata cat subject of off-leash complaints

"Someone saw the cat roaming freely and using an owner's garden as a litter box."
Photos: 7 notable product placement milestones in pop culture

Photos: 7 notable product placement milestones in pop culture

These are seven standout examples of product placement throughout media history
Shaming shoplifters a way to fight back, protect staff, say retailers

Shaming shoplifters a way to fight back, protect staff, say retailers

Retailers fed up with shoplifters are publicly posting photos of prolific offenders in hopes of deterring them.
Canada signs onto global forest restoration challenge at COP15

Canada signs onto global forest restoration challenge at COP15

With the inclusion of Canada’s commitment, almost 230 million hectares have been pledged for restoration across the globe as part of the Bonn Challenge, according to the federal government.
Adding new COVID class-action defendant could derail B.C. case

Adding new COVID class-action defendant could derail B.C. case

The possibility of adding the B.C. Centre for Disease Control or other defendants won't stop the case from moving forward, the judge said.
B.C. hospital sues New Zealand woman for $48,903

B.C. hospital sues New Zealand woman for $48,903

Despite a $21,973 payment, a St. Paul's Hospital bill has ballooned from $45,987 to $48,903.
Surrey policing: 'Power politics' at play in final decision, says criminologist

Surrey policing: 'Power politics' at play in final decision, says criminologist

Big political players, institutions and political considerations circle around the provincial government in deciding to approve a City of Surrey plan to maintain the RCMP.
Vancouver man wanted on drug charges arrested at YVR

Vancouver man wanted on drug charges arrested at YVR

Seven men face charges of conspiracy, possession and trafficking following drug cases in Vancouver, Maple Ridge and Vernon.
Update: Nephew charged in North Vancouver senior's murder

Update: Nephew charged in North Vancouver senior's murder

The victim and the accused are both now identified.