Plastic has only been in widespread use for about 75 years. Now it’s everywhere, from the highest mountaintops to the deepest ocean, from the Arctic to Antarctic. In swirling ocean patches, in the air and soil, in our food and drink — even in our bodies — plastic in its many forms, including tiny micro- […]

By Dr. Ruchika Gupta,  Assistant Professor, Western Univeristy Antibiotic resistance is one of the biggest health threats we face today. It’s often blamed on the overuse of antibiotics, and for a good reason. But there’s another major factor quietly driving this crisis that doesn’t get as much attention: low vaccination rates. In early 2025, Ontario […]

There are 3 black bear rehabilitation rescue centres in BC:  North Island (covers all of Vancouver Island), Critter Care (covers the Lower Mainland), and Northern Lights Wildlife Shelter (covers the rest of BC, including our area). Northern Lights (NLWS) is the largest and is also the only rehabilitation shelter that is allowed to rehabilitate Grizzly […]

As Canada’s first physician-based Special Operations Medical Retrieval Service, KERPA delivers a level of ground critical emergency care unmatched in the region. At the heart of our mission lies a simple truth: Every Life Matters. And every minute saved, every intervention delivered, brings us one step closer to ensuring that no patient is left without […]

Locally, we’ve seen people in our community continue to come together to respond to the threats from the U.S. by supporting local, choosing to buy alternatives to U.S. products, and finding new local vacation spots. I continue to be impressed and proud of our community and all British Columbians for the Team Canada response we’re […]

Since the April federal election, Canada has found itself in uncharted terrain. The United States–instigated trade war against long-standing allies rages on, as do its extreme deregulation and increasing attacks on digital infrastructure, data and communication systems that protect the public interest and monitor implementation and respect for the rule of law. The consequent risks […]

Since the April federal election, Canada has found itself in unchartered terrain. The United States–instigated trade war against long-standing allies rages on, as do its extreme deregulation and increasing attacks on digital infrastructure, data and communication systems that protect the public interest and monitor implementation and respect for the rule of law. The consequent risks […]

Introduction: contentment and the absence thereof When one spends a significant amount of one’s thinking time on history and its value, as I do, then one might ask whether the study of History is faring well in this age of choice for self-education. My tentative answer to the question, is, “No, the study of History […]

Incidence of melanoma is increasing in both men and women.  Here’s what we all need to know. By Dr. Elaine McWhirter  There is certainly growing awareness of the damaging effects of overexposure to the sun, including skin cancers. Still, I see in both my medical practice as a skin cancer specialist and in the course […]

Kyle is a 2008-born forward from Fruitvale, British Columbia. Last season, Kyle was the captain for the West Kootenay Crusaders U18 AA program and scored over 20 goals while leading the team to a birth in the Provincial Championships. “I am excited to play good hockey and still be able to live at home,” said […]