Do you really own your video games? Kelowna gaming experts discuss Sony decision
For decades, buying a video game meant owning it. You could lend it to a friend, trade it or sell it. But with digital video games, none of that is possible.
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Campfire ban expands across much of B.C.’s coast starting Thursday
Most campfires will be banned across coastal British Columbia beginning later this week as the BC Wildfire Service expands fire restrictions in response to changing weather conditions. The post Campfire ban expands across much of B.C.’s coast starting Thursday appeared first on CHEK.
Vancouver mayor slams B.C. government over lack of involuntary care beds
Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim is lashing out at the B.C. government about funding new involuntary care beds, but not 'where they're needed most.'
B.C. wildfires expected to pick up after weather-induced lull on the weekend
Crews fighting out-of-control wildfires near Boston Bar, B.C., say they are taking advantage of favourable weather to attack the blazes directly, before fire activity is expected to pick up after tempered weekend activity. The post B.C. wildfires expected to pick up after weather-induced lull on...
Undeclared peanut prompts recall of hot and sour sauce sold in B.C.
A brand of Chongqing Hot and Sour Sauce sold in British Columbia has been recalled because it contains undeclared peanuts, posing a serious health risk to people with peanut allergies. The post Undeclared peanut prompts recall of hot and sour sauce sold in B.C. appeared first on CHEK.
B.C. nurses to halt picketing as mediation talks set to begin
The BC Nurses' Union says it's entering mediation with employers and will wind down picketing from tomorrow night in recognition of the process. The post B.C. nurses to halt picketing as mediation talks set to begin appeared first on CHEK.
Carney staffer Braeden Caley to seek nomination in B.C. byelection
One of Prime Minister Mark Carney's key staffers says he'll be stepping away from his role as he considers running for a seat in Parliament. The post Carney staffer Braeden Caley to seek nomination in B.C. byelection appeared first on CHEK.
Call to reopen Tatyanna Harrison death investigation after cause ruled undetermined
The mother of Tatyanna Harrison and advocacy groups including the Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs are calling for the reopening of an investigation into her disappearance and death four years ago. The post Call to reopen Tatyanna Harrison death investigation after cause ruled undetermined appeared...
B.C. wildfires 2026: Live map shows fires burning, locations and evacuations
This B.C. wildfire map shows you where fires are burning in the province, how big they are and if there are any evacuation alerts or orders with the wildfires.
BC Green Party and BC Conservatives criticize the end of BC Hydro’s net metering
B.C.'s two opposition parties are criticizing BC Hydro and the province regarding recent changes to the utility's net metering program that went into effect July 1. The post BC Green Party and BC Conservatives criticize the end of BC Hydro’s net metering appeared first on CHEK.
New survey highlights widespread mistreatment of Indigenous people during childbirth
A new national survey led by researchers at the University of British Columbia (UBC) is shedding light on the experiences of Indigenous people during pregnancy and childbirth. The post New survey highlights widespread mistreatment of Indigenous people during childbirth appeared first on CHEK.
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 BC: July 13
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6 BC.
1 year later: Victoria’s $10.35 million safety plan
A year after the City of Victoria diverted more than $10.35 million to address public safety concerns, what changes are the downtown core seeing? The post 1 year later: Victoria’s $10.35 million safety plan appeared first on CHEK.
Man charged in Vancouver stranger assault, remains in custody
Vancouver police released video of the stranger assault on June 28 and Dylan Gaita, 29, has now been charged, police said in a release on Monday.
CRD directors’ motion looks to explore impacts and policy options on AI data centres
Two Capital Regional District (CRD) directors are bringing a motion forward aimed at exploring potential environmental impacts and policy options on regulating AI. The post CRD directors’ motion looks to explore impacts and policy options on AI data centres appeared first on CHEK.
Courtenay-Alberni MP says former ferry in Fanny Bay shows the problem with boats selling for $1
The Courtenay-Alberni MP says the ferry that's been sitting in Fanny Bay is an example of why derelict vessels shouldn't sell for $1. The post Courtenay-Alberni MP says former ferry in Fanny Bay shows the problem with boats selling for $1 appeared first on CHEK.
Central Saanich Police warn of fake healthcare email targeting seniors
Central Saanich Police are warning residents to be on the lookout for a fraudulent email claiming to offer priority access to a medical procedure in exchange for personal information. The post Central Saanich Police warn of fake healthcare email targeting seniors appeared first on CHEK.
Victoria Pride Parade highlights unity in Canada’s most gender diverse centre
Victoria Pride Parade highlights unity in Canada's most gender diverse centre. The post Victoria Pride Parade highlights unity in Canada’s most gender diverse centre appeared first on CHEK.
Suspected recording device found in staff washroom at Delta business: police
At this stage, investigators believe the incident was isolated to this workplace and there is no information to suggest a broader risk to the public, police said in a release.
Sooke pilot killed in Colorado helicopter crash while battling wildfire
A veteran firefighting pilot from Sooke has died after the helicopter he was flying crashed into a Colorado reservoir while battling a wildfire. The post Sooke pilot killed in Colorado helicopter crash while battling wildfire appeared first on CHEK.