$5.5M donation to allow BCIT to create high school training program
October 23, 2023
The generous donation was provided by the Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation, in conjunction with Season and Southern Railway of British Columbia.
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Oilers star Connor McDavid to miss at least a week with an upper body injury
October 23, 2023
McDavid, who has eight points (2-6) in five games this season, was injured during a 3-2 loss to the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday night.
Members of Saskatchewan family hospitalized following deadly crash in Alberta
October 23, 2023
On Friday, a collision between a pick-up truck and a sedan left all three occupants of the sedan dead at the scene.
Multiple arrests made at Israel and Palestine rallies in downtown Calgary: police
October 23, 2023
According to a social media post by the Calgary Police Service, around 330 people attended rallies in support of Israel and Palestine at Olympic Plaza on Sunday.
Traci Genereaux’s family still searching for answers, 6 years after her body found
October 23, 2023
In May of 2017, Traci Genereaux was reported missing. Her remains were found on Curtis Sagmoen’s family farm near Salmon Arm five months after her disappearance.
Man dead after Port Alberni apartment building stabbing
October 23, 2023
Port Alberni investigators have talked to several witnesses on the scene and a male suspect has been identified.
‘We’re at a very critical time’: former FBI negotiator on freeing hostages from Hamas
October 23, 2023
A former FBI hostage negotiator said it's important to exhaust all non-violent options before attempting a rescue because attempts present the most risk to hostages.
‘Long and brutal and deadly war’ for Israel and Hamas: former U.S. special envoy
October 23, 2023
A former U.S. Special Envoy predicted the United States is working with regional partners to contain the violence between Israel and Hamas.
Frontenacs holds off late rally from Owen Sound in 4-3 win
October 23, 2023
Although three straight goals from the Attack put that game in doubt, the Kingston Frontenacs were able to hang on for a 4-3 victory.
Snow could hit some B.C. Interior mountain passes Monday
October 23, 2023
Environment Canada is reminding drivers to be prepared by adjusting their speeds to the changing road conditions.
Erie Otters take down London Knights 5-3
October 21, 2023
Oliver Bonk's three assists not enough as the Erie Otters topped the London Knights 5-3.
More beds at Salvation Army’s Centre of Hope as demand increases
October 21, 2023
A Winnipeg emergency shelter is adding more space as demand is up more than usual at this time of year and with temperatures dropping in the coming weeks.
No injuries after bricks crumble from vacant building onto Vancouver sidewalk
October 21, 2023
Police and fire crews were called to a potential building collapse at 928 Main Street, after part of a crumbling façade fell onto the sidewalk below. Fortunately no one was hurt.
Alberta woman missing since August may be headed to B.C., police say
October 21, 2023
Jasmine Laboucan, 23, was last seen on Aug. 26 in Grand Prairie. She's known to have ties in Kelowna and Surrey.
Mayor breathes second life into rejected Port Coquitlam daycare
October 21, 2023
Port Coquitlam council will reconsider a rejected daycare that met with opposition from a vocal group of neighbours last week.
Safety concerns raised about Pemberton horses after 2 die in highway crash
October 21, 2023
Horses are roaming freely and two were killed on the busy highway last week after a car struck them.
Surrey makes pitch to get Metro Vancouver’s first Bus Rapid Transit line
October 21, 2023
The city wants TransLink to give it the first in a proposed series of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lines in the region.
Feel Good Friday: Global BC’s highlights of the week
October 21, 2023
From trash taken out of Lower Mainland waters, to treasure attached to Vancouver Island residences, here are five good news stories from the week to share.
Striking U.S. autoworkers raise pressure on companies: ‘Cards left to play’
October 21, 2023
The United Auto Workers warned they could announce another expansion of its strikes at any time, depending on how much progress it makes in its negotiations with automakers.
QR Calgary 770AM will be temporarily off-air for maintenance work
October 21, 2023
Tune your dial to 107.3 FM to keep listening to QR Calgary. AM Broadcasting is expected to be restored by 5 a.m. on Sunday Oct 22.
Calgary high school incident not related to Middle East conflict: police
October 14, 2023
At around 11:30 a.m. on Friday, police responded to Henry Wise Wood High School for reports of an unknown woman smoking drugs in a washroom.
Elks play their final home game of the 2023 CFL season on Saturday
October 14, 2023
The Edmonton Elks will play their final home game of the 2023 CFL season and will try to make a good impression with the home fans as the Montreal Alouettes pay a visit.
B.C. forest watchdog investigating backburn during Shuswap wildfires
October 14, 2023
Lee Creek resident Jim Cooperman says he filed the complaint with the board, alleging “gross negligence” by the BC Wildfire Service in conducting the planned ignition.
Feel Good Friday: Global BC’s highlights of the week
October 14, 2023
From a bear with a sweet tooth to two B.C. service organizations competing to win a sweet ride, here are five good news stories from the week to share.
B.C.’s first non-alcoholic bar set to open in November
October 14, 2023
They told Global News the aim is to give people who do not drink alcohol the full bar experience and the socializing and mixing that goes along with it.
Cyclist sought as crews hunt for clues in search for missing Whistler senior
October 14, 2023
Robert McKean was last seen on Thanksgiving Day, while out walking his dog Lexi at the top of Alpine Way, according to Whistler RCMP.
Sweet year for Alberta sugar beet growers
October 14, 2023
"We grow 20,000 acres of sugar beets, we produce 125,000 tons of sugar, and that equates to eight per cent of the Canadian market," said Gary Tokariuk.
Medicine Hat mayor to face recall petition
October 14, 2023
Under Alberta's Recall Act the applicant has 60 days to collect signatures of 40 per cent of Medicine Hat’s 65,949 residents.
B.C. landlord fined almost $18K for illegal eviction
October 14, 2023
"What we know of our sister is she would have forgiven the landlord," Kathy Zimmer, Zowalchuk's sister told Global News on Friday.
Calgary police release photo of car suspected in hit and run that hospitalized senior
October 14, 2023
Calgary police are looking for a man who they believe has information about a hit-and-run at a city grocery store earlier this week that sent a 77-year-old woman to hospital.
Israel facing security ‘earthquake’ and ‘battle for national survival,’ expert says
October 9, 2023
A former deputy national security advisor in Israel is calling the attack by Hamas this weekend an "earthquake" for the country and people's sense of security.
Penticton RCMP asking public for help in search for missing man
October 9, 2023
Johnson is described as 6ft tall, 200 lbs with brown hair and brown eyes. Police are concerned for his well being, and are urging the public to contact them if they have any info.
B.C. volunteers race to rescue stranded salmon in Fraser Canyon by hand
October 9, 2023
Xwísten (Bridge River Indian Band) Chief Ina Williams could not thank the group of volunteers enough for their hard work.
Iginla impressive in Rockets win over Spokane, Warriors blank Silverbacks
October 9, 2023
Kelowna Rockets forward Tij Iginla recorded his first-ever WHL hat trick. He also set a new career high for points in a single game.
24-hour-a-day construction extended at north London, Ont., intersection
October 9, 2023
Construction work underway at the Fanshawe Park Road and Richmond Street intersection will resume on Monday and continue on a 24-hour schedule until Oct. 13.
Leafs send Lafferty to Canucks for 2024 draft pick
October 9, 2023
The Toronto Maple Leafs have sent forward Sam Lafferty to the Vancouver Canucks.
Recipe: Creamy West Coast clam chowder
October 9, 2023
In advance of the Ocean Wise Chowder Chowdown, 7 Seas Fish Market chef James Heras shows how he makes his West Coast clam chowder.
B.C. man missing in southern Israel amid Hamas attacks on region
October 9, 2023
The man was first reported missing through a social media post by his former high school, King David High School in Vancouver. A Canadian advocacy group confirmed the report.