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Voter wonders why McDonald would align himself with Liberals
Bruce McDonald is a seasoned politician and I can't understand why he would align himself with a party that promised never to sell B.C. Rail and promptly sold it after it was elected.
Officer recognized for initiative
When making an arrest, the next natural step isn't the push to press charges.
Time to be prepared
Abbotsford hosts an emergency preparedness day for the whole family at Mill Lake Park on Sunday.
More than programs needed
I think it's great that the hospital is looking into and implementing new systems to reduce the wait times in the emergency room (ER).
Optometry clinic donates $13K to ER
White Rock Optometry Clinic has donated more than $13,000 to the emergency room at Peace Arch Hospital.
Hospital rolls out faster check-in
Ridge Meadows Hospital emergency has undergone a "total rethinking" of its flow process and streaming of patients, resulting in higher morale for staff, according an ER nurse.
Homelessness costs city taxpayers
Two key points are being lost in the current debate on homelessness.
Are seasonal allergies keeping you indoors?
While many of us are celebrating the arrival of sunny spring weather and the Cherry Blossom Festival, those who suffer from seasonal allergies may be spending more time indoors.
5-year-old found unconscious in pool
A young boy is in intensive care after almost drowning in his North Vancouver family's pool over the weekend.
Jaywalking girl hit by car
A North Vancouver jaywalker was taken to Lions Gate Hospital Wednesday after being struck in a hit-and-run.
City presses for hospital expansion
The City of New Westminster will continue to pressure the province for an expansion to Royal Columbian Hospital - but is fully aware nothing will happen in the near future.
Burnaby ER doctor says hospital short on staff, space
ER doctor Joanne Rowell-Wong, head of the emergency department at Burnaby General Hospital, is speaking out about her concerns with overcrowding in the emergency room.
Passenger dead on arrival from Hawaii
A passenger was pronounced dead when her flight arrived at YVR from Hawaii early Monday morning.
ER doctor says RCH shortstaffed
Dr. Adam Lund, an ER doctor at Royal Columbian Hospital, is speaking out about his concerns with overcrowding in the emergency room.
Let's be inclusive by including English
As a long time resident of Richmond, I am shocked and dismayed that you would so quickly dismiss and not address a valid petition to look into and address the proliferation of signs with no English on them.
Hospital staffing more important than awards show
In her article regarding understaffing of emergency rooms (including Delta Hospital's), Jessica Kerr reported, "According to the BCMA, it would cost an estimated $10 million to hire enough doctors to meet current levels of need [for ER staffing] in the province."
Police standoff ends peacefully
A high-profile police standoff on Parkgate Avenue Thursday evening ended with a distressed man being taken to hospital.
SMH gets kit to help combat human trafficking
The provincial government launched a new program to combat human trafficking and sexual exploitation Friday at Surrey Memorial Hospital, showcasing a new toolkit called Help, Don't Hinder.
