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COQUITLAM, B.C. — Police say a man is dead after a shooting Saturday evening in Coquitlam, B.C. Investigators say the victim was gunned down near Hart St. and Henderson Ave. around 5:30 p.m.

VANCOUVER — Police say a hiker has died after becoming separated from a friend during a hike in North Vancouver. North Vancouver RCMP say two friends were hiking in the area of Mt. Fromme on Friday when they became separated.

VANCOUVER — A COVID-19 outbreak has been declared on an acute care unit at Richmond Hospital. The Vancouver Coastal Health authority says seven patients on the acute care for the elderly unit tested positive for the virus.

British Columbia's old-growth trees are major carbon sinks and pillars of a vibrant forest ecosystem. But as the province struggles to achieve its emission targets, only 3% of the big trees are left in B.C. — has the Squamish Nation found a solution?

Former Squamish mayor Patricia Heintzman now a partner with the annual festival, which has been postponed since 2019 due to COVID-19.

SURREY, B.C. — The Fraser Health authority is leveraging the fear of missing out in its campaign aimed at convincing young adults to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Dr.

Dr. Henry and Premier Horgan would not address restaurants re-opening during Thursday's briefing, but an industry group has offered firm guidance.

VANCOUVER — Restaurants, pubs and breweries with outdoor patios will be under the microscope in British Columbia over the Victoria Day long weekend as WorkSafeBC inspectors ensure businesses abide by COVID-19 safety plans.

Restrictions on non-essential travel are still in place and road checks will be increased this weekend.