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Anna’s hummingbirds were absent from Portland before 1968, but later became common birds

Anna's hummingbirds have expanded their range across the Pacific Northwest region. These small birds established populations in Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. Numbers remained low for decades before rising rapidly from the late 1990s. Introduced plants and ornamental gardens aided this significant population growth. Climate change may have also supported…

The Times of India

B.C.’s militarized wolf cull is a misguided approach to a complex issue

The government of British Columbia is facing renewed criticism over a proposed extension of its controversial wolf culling program. This decade-long program, which has cost taxpayers $13 million, was mobilized in response to dwindling caribou populations across the province.

The Conversation

British Columbia journalist wins $275,000 defamation lawsuit after 77-day protest outside his Surrey home, he was harassed by ‘cult-like’ China protest group

B.C. Supreme Court awarded Bing Chen Gao $275,000 in damages for the defamatory statements Yun Fei Zhu published about him. The court's decision came after supporters of Chinese businessman Guo Wengui staged a 77-day protest outside his Surrey home in 2020. The protesters were supporters of Guo Wengui who founded…

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Neighbours cut trees beyond permission for a lake view, court orders $34,064 payout

A British Columbia woman allowed her neighbours to trim some trees in 2021, but they cut far more than she had permitted to improve their view of Shuswap Lake. A court found the neighbours liable for trespass and ordered them to pay $34,064 for replacement trees, a shade structure and…

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They cut neighbour's tree for a better lake view, court awards woman $35,000

A British Columbia homeowner won $35,000 after taking her neighbours to court for allegedly cutting trees on her property to improve their view of Shuswap Lake. Jacalyn Hays said she had allowed limited trimming but claimed the neighbours went beyond the agreed conditions and removed mature trees.

The Economic Times

British Columbia homeowner is charged in $35,000 by court for cutting down a neighbor’s trees to improve the Shuswap Lake view

In a notable ruling, a woman from British Columbia secured a $35,000 award from the court after her neighbors maliciously damaged her trees. While she had permitted the planting of small saplings, her larger trees were improperly cut and topped. The neighbors acted on unreliable information, disregarding the guidelines, which…

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This long-distance train is the best way to see the Canadian Rockies

On board the Rocky Mountaineer, Joanna Whitehead discovers a perfect vantage point to view the wonders of British Columbia and Alberta

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Homestead Becomes Protected Land: BC Parks Foundation buys Lonesome Lake site; swan refuge joins Tweedsmuir

In 1912, Ralph Edwards began establishing a remote homestead at Lonesome Lake in British Columbia. His family's committed efforts were pivotal in saving the trumpeter swan from the brink of extinction, as they actively fed and nurtured the birds. Following Edwards' death, the land was acquired by the BC Parks…

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'Sorry': British Columbia puts up new border signs amid US-Canada tariff war; 'Never the 51st state'

British Columbia has put up a pointed message for Americans arriving from the US: “Welcome to British Columbia, Canada. Strong, proud, and will NEVER be the 51st state. Sorry!” The message, displayed on new signs at British Columbia's border crossings, is a direct response to US President Donald Trump's repeated…

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Ammy Virk shooting in Canada: Shots fired on convoy, seven bullets fired at singer's Rolls Royce Cullinan

Ammy Virk shot at in Canada: Punjabi singer and actor Ammy Virk’s concert convoy was reportedly involved in a shooting in Abbotsford, British Columbia, after his September 5 performance at Rogers Forum. Police said a vehicle was fired upon by occupants of a dark-coloured SUV and no one was injured.…

The Economic Times

What happened to Kal Dosanjh, Vancouver cop arrested for alleged fraud? His boss says, 'This officer had a profile in the community and internally, and officers are angry and disappointed'

For years, Kalwinder “Kal” Dosanjh built his public identity around one message: keep young people away from gangs, drugs and crime. A longtime Vancouver police officer, youth mentor and founder of a charitable foundation, Dosanjh became a familiar figure in British Columbia's South Asian community. He spoke to young people…

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What Happens to Lululemon Founder Chip Wilson's $6.1B Fortune in Divorce Without a Prenup?

Lululemon founder Chip Wilson filed for a divorce without a prenup, which could lead to complexities in dividing a $6.1 billion fortune under British Columbia's Family Law Act.

International Business Times UK

A forested island appeared out of nowhere on a Canadian lake, disappeared weeks later and returned miles away, revealing a strange natural phenomenon officials still cannot fully explain

A floating forest island appeared on Williston Lake in British Columbia this summer. Boaters discovered the unusual landmass, which was not on any maps. Satellite imagery confirmed its existence, and it later reappeared after a disappearance. The island is thought to be composed of accumulated woody debris and vegetation.

The Economic Times

In 1995, Canada eradicated rats from British Columbia’s Langara Island; by 2004, ancient murrelet pairs had nearly doubled to 20,000–30,000

Rats arriving on Langara Island caused a severe decline in ancient murrelet populations. A poison bait campaign in 1995 successfully removed rats from the island. Seabird numbers quickly rebounded after the successful eradication effort. Other burrow-nesting species also began reappearing on the island. Langara Island now serves as a model…

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Peekaboo island: the floating forest confounding nature watchers in western Canada

A 150-metre-long island appeared from nowhere on Williston Lake, British Columbia; vanished, then reappeared 20 miles away

The Conversation

Clear-cut logging is making floods worse. But it’s not just about how many trees are cut

The 2021 floods in British Columbia’s Fraser Valley caused upwards of $14 billion in damages. Since then, communities have brought lawsuits against logging companies and the provincial government, blaming them for logging practices that made flooding worse.

The Economic Times

In 1997, HMCS Saskatchewan was sunk off Nanaimo; 448 days later divers recorded 46 taxa, including 9 molluscs and 7 echinoderms

In British Columbia, artificial reefs are transforming the marine landscape, demonstrating swift colonization by diverse marine species within just a few years. By creating stable surfaces from sunken vessels, these reefs foster thriving ecosystems. Research highlights notable variations in species diversity when juxtaposed with natural reefs. While artificial reefs expand…

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In 2020, four engineers started Moment Energy in a British Columbia garage; 6 years later, their new plant is repurposing retired EV batteries for data centres and hospitals

Moment Energy has launched its most extensive second-life battery manufacturing plant, transforming used electric vehicle batteries into essential energy storage systems. This innovative facility aims to deliver backup power for various crucial facilities across North America. The company has successfully obtained considerable funding and safety certifications, while also planning to…

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Last known location-Hotel Kailash: NRI couple from Canada Dhaval Shah, Megha missing in Nepal

Family members of Dhaval Shah and Megha Shah circulated a missing poster in and around British Columbia, hoping to get some information about the duo who went on a tour in the Timure region which is believed to be completely wiped out in the devastating flood. Dhaval's cousin Nikita Shah…

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We discovered rare dinosaur tracks from the Coniacian age near Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia

Imagine the Western Plains of North America, from Texas to Alaska, submerged under a broad, shallow seaway. To the west lay the ancestral Rocky Mountains. To the east were low-lying plains traversed by large, sluggish rivers.

The Economic Times

In 1997, Simon Fraser University used 10,000-year-old pollen to reconstruct British Columbia's warmer past. 29 years later, his evidence still warns forests could lose alpine meadows as trees climb 100 metres higher

Ancient pollen data reveals past climate shifts and their forest impacts. Warmer periods brought more Douglas fir and alder after fires. Future warming may eliminate alpine meadows as trees ascend mountains. Drought-resistant Douglas fir will likely replace cedar and hemlock species. Many small lakes and wetlands could dry up, threatening…

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Justin Trudeau’s younger brother vanished in 1998 and was never found; ‘I went numb, my heart sank, and my blood ran cold,’ former Canada PM wrote

Justin Trudeau’s younger brother Michel vanished in a 1998 avalanche in British Columbia at just 23. Despite an extensive search, his body was never found. Years later, Trudeau recalled the devastating moment in his memoir, writing, “I went numb, my heart sank, and my blood ran cold.”

The Economic Times

Canada Snow Forecast 2026-27: Farmers’ Almanac warns of blizzards, ice and Arctic cold

Canada's upcoming winter forecast anticipates significant temperature fluctuations and diverse regional weather patterns. El Niño's influence is expected to create contrasting conditions across the country. British Columbia's coast will likely see rain, while mountains face heavy snow. Prairie provinces could experience bitter cold and blizzard threats, and Ontario anticipates mixed…

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Canada Beyond Niagara: British Columbia, the Rockies, and What Indian Travellers Actually Need to Know

Why the West Gets SkippedThe Toronto-Niagara circuit exists because it's easy to explain to a travel agent and easy to sell as a package. Flights from Mumbai or Delhi land in Toronto. The family WhatsApp group has already been to Niagara. The path of least resistance runs east to west…

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In 2020, students helped raise money to protect a Canadian island from development; Chip Wilson’s family foundation later donated C$4 million to protect three islands

In a remarkable race against time, a charity in British Columbia mobilized to save West Ballenas Island from impending development. High school students spearheaded a campaign that garnered significant support, bolstered by a generous matching gift from Chip Wilson's family foundation. This collaboration not only preserved rare Coastal Douglas-fir ecosystems…

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