Concerns Over Imposter Nurse Raise Security Measures in British Columbia The Case of Charrybelle Talaue The British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) has issued a warning regarding a woman who is claiming to be a nurse in order to secure employment at local hospitals. Charrybelle Talaue, who goes by several aliases including Belle […]
Human Resources Legislative Update Worker’s Compensation Updates for Ontario and British Columbia Ontario The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) in Ontario has recently implemented changes to accident reporting timelines and the determination of average earnings for apprentices. These changes, outlined in Operational Policy Manual 15-01-02 and Operational Policy Manual 11-02-01, align with the legislated […]
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) – A Disease Without Prejudice Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), often referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease after the famous baseball player who brought the condition to public attention, is a devastating neurodegenerative disease that affects thousands of Canadians. This progressive disease attacks the nervous system, resulting in a loss of muscle […]
Emergency Preparedness: A Burning Issue in GlenLake Introduction In recent years, the issue of wildfires has become a burning concern across Canada, and GlenLake, a picturesque community in British Columbia, is no exception. With the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires, the importance of emergency preparedness and prevention measures cannot be overstated. As a community […]
Wildfire Breaks Out in B.C. Interior, Fanning Flames of Concern Human-Caused Blaze Engulfs Glen Lake, West of Peachland Another wildfire has erupted in the scenic B.C. Interior, specifically near Glen Lake west of Peachland. The fire, estimated to have consumed approximately 50 hectares of land, was spotted on Saturday evening and is believed to have […]
British Columbia’s Land Bank: A Bold Move Towards Affordable Housing The Shift in Policy The province of British Columbia is taking a major policy shift by creating a “land bank” consisting of public lands to address the pressing issue of affordable housing. Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon recently announced that the initiative, named BC Builds, is […]
Evacuation Orders Issued for Adams Lake and North Shuswap Communities Update: August 18, 2023 – 3:45 PM As the Lower East Adams Lake fire rages out of control, evacuation orders have been issued for Scotch Creek, Lee Creek, and several other communities in the Adams Lake and North Shuswap regions. The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) […]
B.C. Ports: Averted Strike Provides Temporary Relief Union Withdraws 72-Hour Strike Notice Amidst Rising Tensions In a welcome turn of events, the union representing workers at B.C. ports has decided to rescind the 72-hour strike notice that had been set for Saturday. The move comes as a relief to the region’s economy, which heavily relies […]
Disaster Strikes on Highway 16: Tourists Stranded in British Columbia Introduction In a shocking turn of events, a devastating bus fire on Highway 16 has left a group of tourists stranded in British Columbia. The incident has not only raised concerns about the safety of travel in the region but also highlights the need for […]
Star-Studded Affair at Tyson Barrie’s Wedding in British Columbia A Gathering of NHL‘s Biggest Names If you were wondering where your favorite NHL players were this past weekend, chances are they were attending the wedding of Tyson Barrie. The Nashville Predators defenseman tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend, Emma Rose, in what can only […]