
B.C. Day travellers urged to plan ahead for ferry, airport and road congestion
BC Ferries says vehicle reservations are essentially sold out on many busy B.C. Day sailings, while YVR expects 340,400 travellers and wildfires may affect road trips.
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BC Ferries says vehicle reservations are essentially sold out on many busy B.C. Day sailings, while YVR expects 340,400 travellers and wildfires may affect road trips.

Wendy Chartrand’s portrait of U.S. President Donald Trump, painted with processed horse manure and titled The Don of Dung, sold for $1,800 on the first day of the Sooke Fine Arts Show.

Vancouver Police have released video of suspects sought in the robbery of a 75-year-old man near East Hastings Street and Jackson Avenue.

A Research Co. poll found 28 per cent of Canadians would allow Alberta to separate if a binding referendum were held, while opinion is split on whether such a vote will occur.

A 34-year-old woman has been charged after an alleged unprovoked assault near Robson and Homer streets left a woman requiring hospital treatment.

BC Hydro says roughly 1,100 customers near the Big Bar wildfire complex remain without electricity, with major damage to poles and lines delaying restoration.

Jeff Apolinaro’s eight-foot ship-shaped little library is becoming a neighbourhood attraction in Victoria and will carry a plaque honouring his late wife, Marge.

Rain and wind are forecast for Aug. 1 in Vancouver, followed by drier conditions and temperatures nearing 30 C inland during the first week of August.

A&W will offer a free root beer float to eligible Rewards members across Canada on Aug. 6, with a $2 minimum pre-tax purchase required.

A Daily Hive Vancouver guide suggests five destinations for a B.C. Day road trip and urges travellers to check wildfire danger, road conditions and local fire restrictions first.

Saanich police are seeking people who may have been hit by eggs thrown from a black sedan on June 4. Four people were arrested and later released with conditions.

A sponsored guide outlines welcome offers at several online casinos and advises players to check wagering rules, expiry dates and withdrawal restrictions before claiming a promotion.
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