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The Vancouver Aquatic Centre remains closed after a concrete piece fell into the pool, leaving the Canadian Dolphins swim club without promised replacement space. Club president Jeannie Lo expressed frustration over the lack of support from the park board.
Gino Odjick, a beloved former Vancouver Canucks enforcer, is remembered for his fighting spirit both on and off the ice. A new biography titled "Gino: The Fighting Spirit of Gino Odjick" explores his complex life and legacy, highlighting his impact on Indigenous athletes and the hockey community. Odjick's loyalty and character made him a role model, inspiring generations despite his controversial personal life.
British Columbia Premier David Eby emphasized the importance of natural resource projects at the B.C. New Democrats convention, asserting that the federal ban on tankers off the northern coast will remain. Eby highlighted the North Coast Transmission Line as a vital opportunity for economic development, promising it will create 10,000 jobs while maintaining environmental standards.
Harbour seals gather in unprecedented numbers off the White Rock pier, with up to 200 seals spotted in Semiahmoo Bay. Biologist Dr. Cindy Elliser notes this behaviour, characterized by large groups of seals, hasn't been documented before. Local residents, including Norman Orr and Suzanne Sevigny, have observed this rare phenomenon, attributing it to a strong food source of anchovies.
A car crashed into an empty warehouse in East Vancouver on Sunday afternoon, causing significant damage. Fire crews and a building inspector assessed the structure's stability, while one person received treatment for a minor hand injury. Industrial Street remains closed in the area.
Langley RCMP investigates a hit-and-run involving an Abbotsford Police vehicle that occurred on Friday evening. The driver of a white GMC Canyon pickup truck fled the scene after colliding with an on-duty officer, who sustained minor injuries. Police urge witnesses or those with dash cam footage to come forward.
A Vancouver mother is petitioning BC Housing to address severe cockroach infestations in her Downtown Eastside apartment. Alicia Williams, now staying in a hotel with her five children, claims the hazardous conditions have harmed her baby's health, yet BC Housing insists the unit is habitable. The petition has garnered support from 20 other residents facing similar issues.
North Vancouver RCMP investigates an arson incident at a vacant house on Dollar Road that occurred on Halloween. CCTV footage shows two individuals igniting a firework and throwing it into the residence, causing extensive damage and displacing the homeowners. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact them.
The Independent Investigations Office of BC found no criminal wrongdoing by police officers after a head-on crash injured four people during a pursuit of a stolen vehicle. An officer deployed a spike strip to stop a fleeing Toyota, which swerved into oncoming traffic and collided with another vehicle. While the decision noted an "error in judgment," it did not constitute criminal negligence.
British Columbia's New Democrats gather in Victoria for a leadership review of Premier David Eby, alongside 400 resolutions for consideration. Eby, who previously received 93% support, faces scrutiny after a narrow election win and dissatisfaction from various groups.