Ash Kelly
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Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Vancouver tech co-op offers alternative to harm reduction services for drug users
Some drug users don't ask for help because they fear losing their job or kids, says an advocate who is helping provide tech-based tools to prevent overdoses. → Read More
B.C. disability groups call for higher priority in vaccine distribution
People with disabilities and their families say they are baffled by B.C.'s decision to leave them out of priority groups accessing COVID-19 vaccines. → Read More
Richmond woman claims company pressured her to remove bad review
A woman in Richmond says her privacy rights were violated when a local shop clapped back at her one-star review, using her full name in a public response. → Read More
Vancouver mural festival exhibits vandalized
A number of augmented reality exhibits, which are part of the Vancouver Mural Festival, have been vandalized in the city's downtown core. → Read More
Merritt woman feels abandoned by police after multiple break-in attempts
A woman Merritt area is worried about her safety after two recent break-in attempts, including one where the suspect threatened to "come back for her." → Read More
Many British Columbians admit to not always following COVID-19 rules
As pandemic fatigue drags on for many Canadians, it appears only about three in 10 British Columbians admit to following COVID-19 rules all of the time. → Read More
'Impressive plummet' in B.C.'s COVID-19 case average: infectious disease expert
B.C.'s stay-at-home orders and additional safety measures seem to be working with the seven-day COVID-19 average "plummeting," says an expert. → Read More
Politicians ignoring COVID-19 rules damage trust and compliance: U.K. study
Politicians going against recommendations to avoid non-essential travel could erode the trust many people have and result in COVID-19 compliance dropping off. → Read More
Readers go digital during pandemic, Vancouver library says social justice a hot topic
Readers in Vancouver were turning to social justice topics and e-books this year as physical libraries closed due to the pandemic. → Read More
Canada in rare, privileged position with two approved vaccines, says doctor
The widespread benefits of vaccinating the Canadian public will start to impact our daily lives sooner than later, says an infectious disease expert with the Ontario Vaccine Task Force. → Read More
Cypress Mountain turns to parking fees to cut down crowds, long-wait times
With people off work for a few weeks, the ski hills are, predictably, packed, and one operator is blaming the province for the crowds. → Read More
Follow COVID-19 rules to stay safe over holidays, provincial health officials urge
If you’ve never saved a human life before, now is your chance: all you have to do is stay home, wash your hands and sacrifice a few Yule traditions. → Read More
B.C. COVID-19 Recovery Benefit phone application system down
The BC Recovery Benefit had hit another snag, with many saying the phone line -- which was supposed to go live Monday morning -- didn't work. → Read More
Most Canadians will follow rules over holidays, fearing January COVID surge: survey
Most Canadians seem to be getting the message to forego holiday gatherings due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new survey. → Read More
Indigenous historian calls Vancouver Canucks orca logo cultural appropriation
The iconic orca logo donned by Canucks players and fans has come under fire as an example of cultural appropriation and the continuation of colonialism. → Read More
Fort St. James emergency resources strained as B.C. hits grim COVID-19 milestone
A northern B.C. community is being overwhelmed by surging COVID-19 cases, which are straining Fort St. James' emergency resources. → Read More
Environmental group calls for mobility pricing to drive down Metro Van emissions
Charging drivers to use Vancouver roads can help cut down carbon emissions, but mobility pricing needs to be done fairly, according to an environmental group. → Read More
North Vancouver snowboarder caught by West Van police breaking quarantine rules
A would-be quarantine-breaking snowboarder found himself spun around and sent home by police after being pulled over on the Sea to Sky highway this week. → Read More
'Sick Out' protest planned in B.C. as fears over COVID-19 in schools grow
A group of Langley parents is determined to make a statement about COVID-19 safety in schools, planning a province-wide 'sick out' protest on Tuesday. → Read More
Public health messages in Canada growing stale as pandemic worsens: professor
A sociologist says people who are going to buy in to health recommendations have already gotten on board, and there’s little chance officials will sway those who continue to ignore pleas from public health. → Read More