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The Centre for the Performing Arts sold ahead of the VIFF
The venue has been sold to an evangelical church and came as a complete shock to organizers of the Vancouver International Film Festival. They must find a new venue for 50,000 audience members.
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NEXUS lines growing at the border
A push by Canadian and US governments for people to get a NEXUS pass is causing longer lines in the expedited lanes, but they’re still moving quickly. There are almost 800,000 pass holders.
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Woman given two years in jail for baby’s death and robbery
Tammy Bouvette was babysitting 19-month-old Lyanna Teeple when the baby drowned in a bathtub. She also robbed a gas station months later. With time served, she’ll serve six more months in jail.
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Mounties discredit Rolling Stone article on UN gangster
More fiction than fact — that’s what Mounties here are saying about the feature on United Nations gangster Clayton Roueche.
It’s titled “Boss Weed: The gangster who changed the pot game”. -
Look up! Northern lights displays possible over Metro Vancouver
Recent solar flares could bring the northern lights to Metro Vancouver late this week or early next week. If you head away from city lights, it could increase your chances of seeing them.
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Canadian gas taxes fueling popularity at US pumps: CTF
The Canadian Taxpayers Federation says the 35-cent-per-litre tax savings in the US is luring drivers to fill up in Washington State. Once there, they also pick up groceries, clothes, etc.
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Farmers feeling the sting over a lack of honeybees
Less than half the hives that are needed by farmers this year are available. Blueberry crops are expected to take a hit. The closure of two honeybee suppliers in Alberta is partly to blame.
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Fraser River water levels continue to rise
Abbotsford has issued a flood warning for areas outside of protective dikes as water levels rise on the Fraser River. Port Coquitlam is warning you to use extreme caution around the river.
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Vancouver restaurant damaged by fire
The two-alarm fire broke out this morning in a Korean/Japanese restaurant. A leaky gas line is to blame. No one was hurt.
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Food prices having big impact on our budgets: survey
A survey from RBC has found the average British Columbian spends just over $400 a month on groceries. As a result, nearly half are now cutting back on other expenses.
