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Feds set to lift COVID travel mandates, announcement expected today

Feds set to lift COVID travel mandates, announcement expected today

The vaccine mandate will also be lifted for domestic travellers on passenger trains and buses, allowing unvaccinated Canadians to move more freely around the country.
Hydromedusa jellyfish could see explosive growth in B.C.

Hydromedusa jellyfish could see explosive growth in B.C.

Under a shifting climate, explosive growth of the freshwater jellyfish could damage local ecosystems. Now, one B.C. scientist is calling on the public to help track it.
‘Disturbing on a couple of levels’; B.C. ministry withholds funding from family caring for Indigenous granddaughter

‘Disturbing on a couple of levels’; B.C. ministry withholds funding from family caring for Indigenous granddaughter

Content Warning: This story contains content and evidence around the ongoing mistreatment of Indigenous kin in “care,” by B.C.’s child “welfare” system. Please read with care, and prioritize your spirit and well-being.
Erasure of Indigenous languages ‘a scar’ on Canada, says maskēkow-ininiw language warrior

Erasure of Indigenous languages ‘a scar’ on Canada, says maskēkow-ininiw language warrior

Onowa McIvor is part of a group of language activists, practitioners and scholars, who are working to restore First Nation’s languages across Canada. 
You might confuse monkeypox symptoms with other viruses. Here's why

You might confuse monkeypox symptoms with other viruses. Here's why

"So that initial part of the monkeypox illness is identical to influenza, identical to COVID," says an expert.
How community gardens — in parking lots — can help B.C.'s food security

How community gardens — in parking lots — can help B.C.'s food security

The unusual partnership between White Rock Volkswagen and community garden builders in Surrey could set an example for other communities across B.C. with overflowing waitlists for garden plots.
Canada ranks 9th for migrating millionaires

Canada ranks 9th for migrating millionaires

Canada is seen as a favoured destination for millionaires on the move. Many of them are coming from countries in strife, according to a new report.
Extinction Rebellion, Save Old Growth protesters closer to trial on mischief for protest near YVR

Extinction Rebellion, Save Old Growth protesters closer to trial on mischief for protest near YVR

As many as 14 police officers could be called to testify and there are four hours of video evidence. 
Partners pondering 2030 Winter Olympics told a referendum would scuttle the bid

Partners pondering 2030 Winter Olympics told a referendum would scuttle the bid

Sources say that a referendum is heavily discouraged because it could ruin potential negotiations with the International Olympic Committee.
Four people plucked out of Juan de Fuca Strait after boats overturn during race

Four people plucked out of Juan de Fuca Strait after boats overturn during race

The sailors were participating in the opening leg of the 1,207-kilometre Race 2 Alaska competition.