Latest from Rafferty Baker
Who's to blame for contaminated shellfish? Researchers follow the fecal matter to find out
Researchers have begun using molecular testing to determine, broadly, what sort of animal poop is polluting water, with the goal of making it easier to manage the problem, and hopefully reduce long harvesting closures.
Canada -British Columbia |
Climate activist in B.C. fighting deportation to Pakistan
Zain Haq, 23, who gained prominence in the B.C. climate activism community for his work as a spokesperson for Extinction Rebellion and as a co-founder of Save Old Growth, is trying to convince federal officials to delay his deportation.
Canada -British Columbia |
Prince George RCMP drug seizures ignite safe supply debate
Prince George RCMP seized thousands of prescription drug pills, some diverted from the province's safesupply program, alongside illicit drugs in two separate local investigations. The announcement caught the attention of politicians who are critical of B.C.'s program.
Canada -British Columbia |
Cleanup crew hauls tonnes of junk out of Alouette River
A heavy-duty cleanup effort is underway this week in Pitt Meadows, along the Alouette River. Derelict boats, docks, boathouses and other abandoned junk is being removed.
Canada -British Columbia |
A 'grief camp' for bereaved individuals, families in B.C. is now overbooked, says organizer
A camp in B.C. for young people and their families experiencing grief has received far more applications from families than it has capacity to welcome, according to the charity that runs the annual retreat.
Canada -British Columbia |
Poop bags are now available at rock climbing sites in Squamish and nope, they're not for your pets
A new program meant to cut down on human waste in Squamish, B.C., rock climbing locations has been launched, featuring free Waste Alleviating Gel (WAG) bags for climbers to poop into, seal up and pack out of the forest.
Canada -British Columbia |
GranFondo Whistler organizers hope to redeem themselves with this year's edition
The popular endurance cycling event between Vancouver and Whistler is set to take place Saturday morning, and organizers say they've learned from last year's event, where participants' complaints led to an apology from organizers.
Canada -British Columbia |
Vancouver charity say it's unable to meet rising demand for breast pumps
A Vancouver-area charity that provides essential baby items to families in need says it's not able to keep up with the demand for breast pumps demand tied to the rising price of infant formula.
Canada -British Columbia |
Conservation officers look for killer of grizzly bear near Squamish, B.C.
The B.C. Conservation Officer Service is investigating the illegal killing of a grizzly bear near Squamish, saying somebody shot the bear, before dragging it into the river with rope.
Canada -British Columbia |
Vancouver cobbler two steps behind father, wins prestigious cobbling award
Patrick Nijdam, 31, has won a prestigious cobbling award, the Grand Silver Cup, just four years after his father, Ronald Nijdam, won the same prize.
Canada -British Columbia |