There is a tradition of Remembrance Day ceremonies in Whonnock, which are attended by many in the small rural community. There is a plaque at the Whonnock Lake Centre that commemorates those who have served, and it is the community cenotaph. Each year, a service is held that sometimes drawing about 100 people. “It’s more […]

The Canada Border Services Agency has removed three people from Canada and started investigations into 78 foreign nationals in connection with B.C.’s ongoing extortion crisis. The CBSA announced the move on Nov. 7. The border agency is part of the B.C. Extortion Task Force that was announced by the Province of B.C. in September and

There are a few freebies available for local veterans and active service members this Remembrance Day. TransLink has confirmed that it will once again offer free transit on Tuesday, Nov. 11, while a local convenience store will be offering a free coffee that day in recognition of their service and sacrifice. Customers who are eligible

There are a few freebies available for local veterans and active service members this Remembrance Day. TransLink has confirmed that it will once again offer free transit on Tuesday, Nov. 11, while a local convenience store will be offering a free coffee that day in recognition of their service and sacrifice. Customers who are eligible

“Umm, what are all those?” I asked rhetorically, walking into the living room the morning of Nov. 1. Not getting an audible answer, I spoke directly (and out loud) to myself. “There appears to be many boxes of Christmas decorations.” Nothing. “We know not to put anything up until after Remembrance Day, right?” Still talking