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B.C. has lowest snowpack on record, drought a concern: BC River Forecast Centre

B.C. has lowest snowpack on record, drought a concern: BC River Forecast Centre

VANCOUVER — The April snow survey from the BC River Forecast Centre shows the lowest snowpack on record in British Columbia.
Health minister compares dentists' 'fears' on dental-care program to medicare rollout

Health minister compares dentists' 'fears' on dental-care program to medicare rollout

OTTAWA — Dentists cannot participate in a national dental-care plan unless they know exactly how it will work, Heather Carr, president of the Canadian Dental Association, said Wednesday.
NDP backs Tory motion, saying carbon price not 'be-all, end-all' of climate policy

NDP backs Tory motion, saying carbon price not 'be-all, end-all' of climate policy

OTTAWA — The federal New Democrats backed Conservative demands Wednesday that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau take part in a televised "emergency meeting" on carbon pricing with Canada's premiers.
New security plan for Montreal metro amid rise in mental health and addictions issues

New security plan for Montreal metro amid rise in mental health and addictions issues

Montreal's transit authority is increasing security in certain metro stations to address safety concerns amid a rise in the number of people with mental health or addiction issues in the network.
B.C. doesn't know where all its groundwater is going. Experts worry as drought looms

B.C. doesn't know where all its groundwater is going. Experts worry as drought looms

VANCOUVER — Growing up on a ranch in the Columbia River Valley, water has always been part of Kat Hartwig's life, and over the years, she's noticed changes.
Quebec tables bill that includes fines of up to $1,500 for threatening politicians

Quebec tables bill that includes fines of up to $1,500 for threatening politicians

QUEBEC — People who harass or threaten Quebec politicians could soon be hit with a court injunction or a fine of up to $1,500, if a new bill tabled in the provincial legislature on Wednesday is adopted.
In the news today: BoC holds key rate at 5%, PM testifies at inquiry

In the news today: BoC holds key rate at 5%, PM testifies at inquiry

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today...
Stranded B.C. calf's calls 'make you almost weep,' says Ehattesaht First Nation

Stranded B.C. calf's calls 'make you almost weep,' says Ehattesaht First Nation

ZEBALLOS, B.C. — A Vancouver Island First Nation that has adopted a young killer whale as its newest family member says concern rises about its ordeal with each day that passes, but strong hope for a rescue remains.
Six children of Canadian mother to be repatriated from Syrian detention camp

Six children of Canadian mother to be repatriated from Syrian detention camp

OTTAWA — Six children, but not their Canadian mother, will be repatriated to Canada from a detention camp in Syria.
No need to overturn nomination amid alleged irregularities, Liberal official says

No need to overturn nomination amid alleged irregularities, Liberal official says

OTTAWA — The director of the Liberal election campaign in 2019 says he recommended Justin Trudeau take no action on alleged nomination irregularities in a Toronto riding.
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