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VANCOUVER — Mosquito traps have been set up across the Sea-to-Sky region in British Columbia as health officials launch a pilot project to understand the area's mosquitoes and the illnesses they spread.

"This is a staggering amount of cocaine," a Crown prosecutor told the trial judge.

Opinder Singh Sian is alleged to be involved in the global movement of hundreds of pounds of methamphetamine between various countries.

Victims have lost more than $1.2 million to scammers since the start of 2025.

Health authorities are urging people visiting or living in the Sea to Sky region to take precautions against mosquito bites following four serious viral infections last summer.

VICTORIA — British Columbia's public service union representing 34,000 members says it's preparing for a strike vote after months-long negotiations fell apart. Paul Finch, president of the B.C.

Brian Clayton, 34, died from his injuries in East Vancouver on Oct. 3, 2024, before he could be taken to the hospital.

VICTORIA — British Columbia's Health Ministry is limiting the sales of two more diabetes drugs to curb their off-label use for weight loss and preserve supply for people who are diabetic.

Cameron Whitcomb, who grew up in Nanaimo, is a first-time nominee and performer on the broadcast.

TORONTO — The Canadian Institute for Health Information says e-scooter injuries are on the rise across the country.