British Columbia’s auditor general says his office is doing a review of the province’s response to the 2021 wildfire that devastated the community of Lytton, B.C. Michael Pickup says in a video statement that the report will focus on the…The post B.C’s auditor general to review government’s response to 2021 Lytton wildfire appeared first on Canadian Underwriter.
Month: May 2024
‘Far-reaching, associated risks’: Police in Halton Region urge students to not play ‘Assassins Game’
Police in Halton Region are advising parents and students about the dangers associated with a viral TikTok trend known as the “Assassins Game” following a series of recent incidents.
Jr. C Warriors unbeaten to start lacrosse season
Local lacrosse roundup, including standings
Elephant seal inspires retired B.C. teacher to volunteer, write a book
When Debbie Austen was walking along the ocean last year and spotted a young elephant seal playing in the water, she never would have imagined it was the start of an enduring relationship.
Can the Bank of Canada cut rates before the U.S.? What Macklem, economists say
The Bank of Canada will be watching its counterpart south of the border carefully as it gauges when to start cutting its benchmark interest rate. Here’s why.
London Drugs stores remain closed for 5th straight day, phone lines operating
London Drugs stores in Western Canada remained closed Thursday morning due to a “cybersecurity incident,” marking the fifth straight day of closures.
Osborne Village Starbucks set to close temporarily, no reopening date specified
The Osborne Village Starbucks is set to close temporarily next week.
These Saskatoon parks are getting a makeover
Some changes are coming to a number of Saskatoon neighbourhood parks this spring.
Detectives Investigating Smithville Homicide – UPDATE 1
Niagara Regional Police Homicide Unit detectives are actively investigating this incident to identify the suspect responsible for this murder and are continuing to speak to people in the community as they investigate the death of a 62-year-old female who was found inside the home. Read more…
2 more women file suits alleging sexual assault by Newfoundland police officer
Two more women have filed lawsuits alleging they were sexually assaulted by an on-duty member of the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary who offered them rides home from a night of drinking in downtown St. John’s.
