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Donate to the 2024 Times Colonist Christmas Fund

Donate to the 2024 Times Colonist Christmas Fund

We have raised and distributed millions of dollars through our Christmas Fund over the years — including $1.12 million last year alone — and the success is a direct result of your generosity.
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One of Langford teen's killers denied day parole; board says Cameron Moffat poses high risk

One of Langford teen's killers denied day parole; board says Cameron Moffat poses high risk

The Parole Board of Canada only agreed to an escorted temporary absence for Cameron Moffat to visit a minimum security institution, saying they were concerned about his ongoing justification of his participation in Proctor’s murder
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Power returns for some, while other Islanders still in the dark after 'bomb cyclone'

Power returns for some, while other Islanders still in the dark after 'bomb cyclone'

The number of customers on Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands affected by power outages was down to about 3,700 by late Friday afternoon
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Helen Chesnut: Drop-in plants can offer surprise summer show

Helen Chesnut: Drop-in plants can offer surprise summer show

A sizeable roster of flowers seed themselves in Helen Chesnut's garden each year — mainly alyssum, calendula, nasturtium, nicandra, peony flowered poppy, borage, larkspur, and snapdragon.
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Mysterious buck reveals potential AI fraud scheme targeting B.C. seniors

Mysterious buck reveals potential AI fraud scheme targeting B.C. seniors

"They are targeting seniors for sure, and hurting the deer in the process," says Prince Rupert woman.
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What to know about Lori Chavez-DeRemer, Trump's pick for labor secretary

What to know about Lori Chavez-DeRemer, Trump's pick for labor secretary

WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump on Friday named Oregon Rep.
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2024 MLB Non-Tender Free Agents

NEW YORK (AP) — The 62 players who became free agents when their teams failed to offer 2025 contracts Friday: AMERICAN LEAGUE BALTIMORE (1) — Jacob Webb, rhp. BOSTON (2) — Isaiah Campbell, rhp; Bryan Mata, rhp.
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Powell River chapter of ElderDog helps seniors and their dogs

Powell River chapter of ElderDog helps seniors and their dogs

Research into needs of older adults led to forming charity
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As fast fashion's waste pollutes Africa's environment, designers in Ghana are finding a solution

As fast fashion's waste pollutes Africa's environment, designers in Ghana are finding a solution

ACCRA, Ghana (AP) — In a sprawling secondhand clothing market in Ghana’s capital, early morning shoppers jostle as they search through piles of garments, eager to pluck a bargain or a designer find from the stalls selling used and low-quality apparel
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Austin Hays, Kyle Finnegan, Brendan Rodgers and Jordan Romano among 62 new free agents

NEW YORK (AP) — Outfielder Austin Hays and right-hander Kyle Finnegan — both former All-Stars — and second baseman Brendan Rodgers were among 62 players who became free agents Friday when their teams failed to offer 2025 contracts.
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