'It will destroy the system,' says Crown about lawsuit challenging medicare

The B.C. government is making opening arguments in a landmark challege of the public health care system launched by a Vancouver private surgical centre.

B.C. MLA Pat Pimm charged with assaulting wife

by Jason Proctor and Karin Larsen

Peace River North MLA Pat Pimm has been charged with one count of assault in Dawson Creek, B.C., in relation to an incident that occurred on Aug. 13.

New Suspect arrested after indecent act at University of Victoria.

Saanich police took a youth into custody after reports of man masturbating on campus. Officers are looking at whether this might be connected to several other similar incidents in the region since July.

Square dancing making 'major comeback' on West Coast

by Michelle Ghoussoub

Square dance 'caller' and banjo player Paul Silveria says square dances can draw large crowds, sometimes of up to 500 people.

Trump or Clinton? Burnaby couple turns front yard into presidential polling station

by Karin Larsen

We've all heard the term "battleground state," but now the fight between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump has moved to a new frontier: a front lawn in Burnaby.

New B.C. school curriculum overhauls method of teaching First Nations history

The way B.C. students learn about First Nations is changing with the new school curriculum.

William, Kate to bring Prince George, Princess Charlotte on B.C., Yukon visit

Prince William and Kate will bring Prince George and Princess Charlotte on the family's first official visit to B.C. and Yukon later this month, Kensington Palace confirms.

CBC Investigates 'It's like pulling teeth': No treatment bed for B.C. fentanyl addict who overdosed 11 times

by Natalie Clancy

Bryson Diaz has overdosed 11 times in his 23 years. Paramedics had to bring him back to life the last time. Now he wants to kick his habit, but like many addicts in B.C., he can't find a spot in the publicly funded system.

Woman groped in downtown Vancouver, police search for suspect

Vancouver Police are looking for a suspect who groped a woman in downtown Vancouver Sunday night

Counsellors head to Dawson Creek Secondary after two deaths

by Chad Pawson

Two teen deaths in the span of two week has rocked the B.C. Peace River region city of Dawson Creek.

Why B.C.'s Site C dam could become a national issue

by Justin McElroy

It's been 21 months since the provincial government approved the dam, but opponents are steadfast that the fight isn't over.

Go Public Calgary man finds toughest part of owning 2009 Ford F-150 truck is finding replacement part

by Erica Johnson

Ford Canada tells owner of 2009 F-150 pickup truck that a part to repair his vehicle's heating system is now "obsolete."

City of Vancouver seeks input on new Robson Street plaza

by Maryse Zeidler

What do you think a new, permanent public space on Robson Street should look like? That's what the City of Vancouver wants to know as it launches its #VIVARobson consultations on the future of the plaza in front of the Vancouver Art Gallery.

Fossil finders say province is moving too slowly on specific protection legislation

by Chad Pawson

Fossil finders in B.C.'s Peace River region are hoping the upcoming Union of B.C. Municipalities convention will help the province make a faster move towards specific legislation that will protect palaeontology sites and finds across the province.

15-year-old jogger pulled into bushes by alleged attacker, Nanaimo police investigating

by Chad Pawson

Nanaimo police say they are looking for a six foot tall, white man with "dirty fingernails," wearing a black or grey hoodie and jeans after a 15-year-old girl, who was jogging along Country Club Drive near Divot Road was attacked.

North Vancouver RCMP investigating 4 youths after fire at Dorothy Lynas Elementary

by Chad Pawson

Flames and smoke could be seen from the school at 4000 Inlet Crescent on Sunday afternoon but district officials say classes will take place on Monday as damage is moderate.

Coral Adriana Vonk is missing from her Abbotsford B.C. home say police

by Yvette Brend

The 15-year-old girl left her family home on Sept. 8, 2016 and has not been seen since. Police are asking anyone with information on her whereabouts to contact them.

Starting a new job? Here's how to be 'the new kid on the block'

Workplace psychologist Jennifer Newman offers tips on how to ease into that new job

Photos Waterslide revellers take in 1 last day at Splashdown park

by Maryse Zeidler and Tina Lovgreen

Hundreds of Lower Mainland residents made waves for the last time at Splashdown Waterpark in Tsawwassen, B.C., on Sunday. The owners of the popular park — in operation since 1984 — decided to not renew their lease this year.

From the archives: Apple releases iPhone 3G in Vancouver

by Maryse Zeidler

Many critics have poo-pooed the iPhone 7's new features, but it wasn't that long ago that the device was heralded as a revolutionary new tool that left thousands in awe.

Panel calls for major overhaul of UBC's sexual assault policy

by Laura Kane

An expert panel is calling for a sweeping transformation of the University of British Columbia's approach to sexual assaults, after speaking with survivors and campus members who said they lacked faith in the system.

'Smell of ground zero was one of those smells, you'll never forget,' says B.C. firefighter in 9/11 New York

by Tina Lovgreen

Hundreds of firefighters from B.C. went to New York during the weeks following the attacks to help out by attending funerals and providing emotional support.

Family visiting B.C. mystified after dog dies overnight at Saskatoon kennel

by Victoria Dinh

Kelsey Friesen said she is still in disbelief after her four-year-old daughter's dog, Kali, was one of the 14 dogs that died in care of Playful Paws Pet Center in Saskatoon.

New documentary exploring the life of jazz icon Bill Evans hits North Vancouver

Capilano University will showcase Bill Evans: Time Remembered, a documentary that chronicles the life of a jazz great.

Centre to honour residential school survivors breaks ground at UBC

by Linda Givetash

The Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre being developed at the University of British Columbia will house stories from survivors to ensure their experiences aren't forgotten.

Juno-winning Metalwood celebrates return to studio with national tour

They're known as Canada's premier electric jazz band — and after a 14 year hiatus, Metalwood is back on the road.

Weekly wrap: health care, fentanyl, school and coincidence

The public health care system came under attack, the fentanyl crisis reached into the courtroom, and a mom struggled to find space for her daughter in a school filled with international students. But the question on everyone's mind: what do those real estate numbers really mean?

Photos Instagram takeover: An odyssey through Vancouver

by Tamara Baluja

Vancouver Instagrammer Ash Lewis says he loves it when people tag friends on his photos and say 'let's go there.'

What we learned phoning every drug rehab facility in British Columbia

by Yvette Brend and Manjula Dufresne

For one week last month, CBC News called all the drug addiction rehab facilities in British Columbia it could find, pretending to be the mother of “Chelsea”, a 16-year-old girl addicted to heroin, or “Dustin”, who’s 23 and addicted to opioids.

Interactive Are there enough beds for drug treatment in B.C.?

An investigation by CBC reveals that when it comes to people trying to get help for their loved ones through direct residential care, the system is muddled and patchwork.

Trouble with your kid's teacher? Experts offer tips to find solutions

by Maryse Zeidler

As patterns emerge and kids grumble about being back in school, some parents may be beginning to wonder if there is a bigger issue at stake. What if Johnny or Jane's teacher isn't a good fit for them?

2nd degree murder charge laid after Edmonton-area killing

A 26-year-old man has been charged with 2nd degree murder in connection to the alleged bludgeoning death of Brad MacDonald near Edmonton last spring, turning himself into B.C. RCMP Saturday.

Photos 'My dog is my life': caring for pets who live on Victoria's streets

by Megan Thomas

More veterinarians are needed for an outreach program in Victoria that helps keep pets healthy that belonging to the homeless or those living on low incomes.

My B.C. Hideaway 'You can really get away from everything': Olympic cyclist shares favourite place in B.C.

by Maryse Zeidler

Recent Olympic bronze medal-winner Catharine Pendrel may travel across the province to train and participate in cycling competitions, but when it comes her favourite place in B.C., she doesn't have to go far.

Man zapped at BC hydro substation to be charged with break and enter

"He reached in and came into contact with a transformer," said Vancouver police. "There was a loud explosion and he fell to the ground on fire."

Photos $200 million worth of luxury cars roll through Vancouver

by Peter Scobie

This year's annual Luxury and Supercar Weekend event boasts over $200 million worth of high-end vehicles on display.

15th anniversary of 9/11 sees rebirth and renewal at Ground Zero

by Steven D'Souza

Fifteen years after the 9/11 attacks, the site where the twin towers fell is still a work in progress, but new additions have made it a popular tourist destination and the anchor for the resurgence of a neighbourhood.