Sea otters in British Columbia are facing a silent danger. Scientists found harmful chemicals called PFAS in their bodies. These chemicals are man-made and very tough to break down. They can build up in animals and cause serious health problems. The study looked at sea otters that had passed away. They tested their liver and muscle tissues. Out of 40 different PFAS ...
In the vast ocean that once covered parts of Vancouver Island, a peculiar marine reptile swam around 85 million years ago. This creature, part of the elasmosaur family, had a mix of ancient and advanced features. It was a true oddity among its kin. Scientists have now given this creature a name: Traskasaura sandrae. The discovery of Traskasaura sandrae began in ...
A new marine reptile species has been discovered in British Columbia. This creature is part of the elasmosaur group, which lived in the Late Cretaceous period. The discovery was made possible by advanced deep-ocean technology and paleontology research. This new species, named Traskasaura sandrae, has been a mystery for a long time. It was finally identified after dec...
Drugs have been a hot topic in British Columbia. The province made a big decision. They chose to decriminalize drugs. This means people caught with small amounts of drugs didn't face criminal charges. The goal was to reduce drug-related crimes and harm. So, what actually happened? First, let's talk about the bigger picture. Drug use is a complex issue. It's not just...
Indigenous people in Canada are a vibrant, growing community, with many living in urban and suburban areas. Due to higher fertility rates and younger ages, there's a significant focus on pregnancy among Indigenous youth. Yet, detailed perinatal research in British Columbia (BC) is still lacking, making it tough to shape effective policies and programs. This study div...
Are you ready for some wild weather? British Columbia's south and central coasts are bracing for a major storm this weekend. Forecasters are warning about an atmospheric river system set to hit on Friday, which could bring flooding, heavy rain, and strong winds. The River Forecast Centre has issued a flood watch for these areas, and Environment Canada has upgraded th...
Are you ready for an early taste of winter? Environment Canada has just issued the first snowfall warnings of the season along the British Columbia and Yukon border. Residents and travelers in the affected areas can expect a significant dump of snow. The weather office predicts that the snow will start falling today and continue until Saturday. Most regions should s...
What if the 40% of family doctors planning to retire or scale back in the next five years aren’t just burning out, but are also abandoning ship due to a lack of support from the system? It’s time to question whether the ‘tide of doctor departures’ is a crisis or a reflection of a deeper issue. The statistics are dire: over 700,000 British Columbians are without ac...