by South Asian Star | Apr 5, 2026 | Local
Listen to this articleEstimated 4 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.A mechanical issue with a B.C. Ferries vessel...
by South Asian Star | Apr 5, 2026 | Local
Descrease article font size Increase article font size A nationwide food recall has been issued over possible listeria contamination affecting cheese products, prepared foods and meal kits sold across Canada. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) said in a...
by South Asian Star | Apr 4, 2026 | Local
British ColumbiaOfficials say they are monitoring the air quality after a barge fire in Surrey, B.C., sent large plumes of smoke into the air. Metro Vancouver Regional District said it’s aware of a barge fire near the stal̕əw̓asəm Bridge, also known as Riverview...
by South Asian Star | Apr 4, 2026 | Local
It is no secret that high gas prices are affecting British Columbians and Canadians, but the impact is also affecting organizations. “Starting to get anecdotal data, just when we’re comparing sort of the previous year and that sort of thing, where there’s more people...
by South Asian Star | Apr 3, 2026 | Local
Listen to this articleEstimated 2 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.A Canadian mother and daughter who spent more...
by South Asian Star | Apr 3, 2026 | Local
A property tax expert is warning about the B.C. government’s recent changes to its property tax deferral program and its impact on seniors. The provincial government allows eligible homeowners to defer their annual property taxes, essentially taking out a loan that is...