B.C.’s new online “virtual counter” court registry service is now fully operational and available for people to use provincewide. The program, introduced as a pilot project in 2024, allows people to connect with court registry staff via video chat or phone. “Navigating the justice system can be challenging, especially for people who face barriers accessing […]

Richmond-Queensborough MLA Steve Kooner has announced his intention to run for the B.C. Conservative leadership. Kooner posted to social media Tuesday (Feb. 3) that he was running to “Bring Back B.C.,” his slogan for the campaign. “After years of economic decline, attacks on property rights and parental authority, and growing disorder in our communities, it’s

A book by a transgender woman from Summerland retells her story of finding what she calls “gender joy.” On Feb. 3, Dee McWatters held a launch party for her book, “Sorry I Was Such a D!ck When I Had One!” The event was held at Cannery Brewing in Penticton. McWatters’ book was released in October.

A crowd in Surrey was first to see, hear and sing along to a new all-Canadian concert created by the Piano Heist duo of Patrick Courtin and Nico Rhodes. Sadly, Surrey Arts Centre’s 400-seat Main Stage theatre was only half full for the debut of their entertaining and very interactive Great Canadian Sing-A-Long show on

Maple Ridge Community Foundation is getting ready to celebrate individuals in the community who make a difference. Nominations are open for the three Maple Ridge Citizen of the Year awards to be handed out in April. The Citizen of the Year Awards recognize local heroes whose volunteer efforts—whether through leadership, advocacy, mentorship, or quiet acts