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COVID-19 update for May 29: 317 new cases, three deaths | 15 million doses of vaccine coming to Canada

Here's your daily update with everything you need to know on the novel coronavirus situation in B.C.

Fairy Creek blockades a political 'embarrassment' for Horgan government: critics

NDP grapples with political fallout as more protesters mobilize to protect old-growth trees in the sequel to the war in the woods

COVID-19: Look up your neighbourhood in our interactive map of case and vaccination rates in B.C.

Updated May 28: Find out how your area is doing in the battle against COVID-19 with the latest number of new cases, positivity rates, and vaccination rates. We’ll update the map weekly, so bookmark this page.

Chilliwack shooting victim identified as Adam Ball, 37

Police say 37-year-old Adam Ball was dropped off at Chilliwack General Hospital at around 1:25 a.m. on Tuesday.

COVID-19: B.C. special-needs people overlooked during the pandemic, families and advocates say

People with disabilities are more likely to have existing heath conditions that can make coronavirus disease more lethal.

The (very strong) case for COVID-19 leaking from a Chinese lab

If it wasn't a lab leak, the fact that a novel coronavirus just happened to emerge in Wuhan would be one of history's greatest coincidences

Ont. couple who got vaccinated in U.S. say they've been 'harassed' by health officials

“You don’t mind doing something if it’s reasonable or makes sense. But this doesn’t seem reasonable: It’s overkill.”

Bill Gates money manager accused of bullying, sexual, racist misconduct at Cascade: New York Times

At least six employees had complained to Bill Gates about Larson's behaviour and several had also gone to Melinda, the report alleges

For both the COVID vaccine hesitant and the refusers, much comes down to a lack of trust

There’s no clear profile of either group, though polls suggest that together they account for roughly 20 percent of Canada’s adult population

Childless man was happy to become a godfather (until he read the fine print)

A man is being labeled 'selfish' for refusing to become a godfather to his best friend’s newborn after he was handed a legally binding contract

Douglas Todd: Vancouver realtor's advice on 'how to avoid foreign-buyers tax' points to larger problem

Analysis: How effective can taxes on foreign ownership be if there are experts leading clients through the exemptions and loopholes?

Trans Mountain pipeline begins construction of tunnel in Burnaby

Construction of the tunnel is expected to take a little over half a year to complete.

Businesses trying to staff up for reopening, but still wary of COVID's long reach

The challenge is that everyone is trying to hire, resupply kitchens and restart business services at the same time as everyone else.

'Boggling' CRTC flip-flop on wholesale internet rates could mean higher prices for consumers: critics

It’s a big win for large telecoms like Bell, Rogers, Shaw, Quebecor and Cogeco who argued lower rates would harm network investment, including in rural areas

B.C. urged to push for Alaska cruise solution; new U.S. law allows ships to bypass B.C.

Greater Victoria Harbour Authority chief executive Ian Robertson said he hopes a phone call set for June 9 between Horgan and Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski will provide a chance for the province to impress upon its American neighbour the importance of cruise ships to economies in both countries.

Carol Volkart: Just say it, we’re cutting your bus stops

As for the promise of more comfortable rides with less stopping, starting and lane changing, I suggest it’s a hint that TransLink doesn’t understand its own purpose.

Daphne Bramham: There's a world of difference between monitoring and spying

Richmond with low crime, few crashes and more traffic cameras than most Canadian cities wants to zoom in and use them for surveillance.

Anelyse Weiler and David Fairey: Minimum wage rules should apply across the board

If a business owner can’t afford to pay the minimum wage, perhaps they should not be in business.

Vaughn Palmer: Moody's sounds a note of caution as B.C. debt skyrockets

VICTORIA — The Moody’s investors service weighed in this week with significant concerns about the trend in deficits, debt and spending under the B.C. NDP government.

Letters to The Sun, May 29, 2021: Accessibility legislation opens doors

Accessibility legislation opens doors

Blue Jays' bats topple Tribe in wind-swept and shortened win

The umpiring crew made the unusual decision to call the game in the seventh inning even though it wasn't raining at the time.

Mike Weir builds four-shot lead at Senior PGA Championship

The Canadian lefty is looking to win his first major victory on the Champions Tour.

Negotiations between Nugent-Hopkins and Oilers were 'mangled,' now up in the air: NHL insider

“They were really close before the season started and it fell apart at the last second” — Elliotte Friedman

Blue Jays rookie Alek Manoah was an ‘angel,’ recalls Vancouver billet ‘mom’

Usha Tkachyk says the top pitching prospect was a ‘positive distraction’ in her home, arriving a year after the death of her son Tyler in an accident in Thailand

Patrick Johnston: Canucks should bring the Computer Boys home

The NHL is collecting more and more in-game data and every team in the league needs more and more sharp thinkers to break down the numbers.

Book review: Portrait of the artist as a young non-binary

Metro Vancouver writer Keith Maillard’s work is a moving, honest memoir of growing up gender-odd

Jane Macdougall: The Bookless Club goes to the dogs

The conversation about dog bites revolves around the nature/nurture debate.

Grounding horse slaughter flights focus of Jann Arden’s, nationwide petition attention

Canadian entertainer joins Canadian Horse Defence Coalition effort to end flights to Japan of live draft horses, then killed for their meat

English Bay's Berkeley Tower to be decorated with murals by Douglas Coupland

One of Vancouver's landmark towers, The Berkeley at Davie and Denman is about to become even more distinctive with Douglas Coupland murals.

Shania Twain rocks 'Man! I Feel Like a Woman' outfit 22 years later: 'It feels awesome'

Anthony Gismondi: Vineyard plantings continue to increase in B.C.

Anthony Gismondi breaks down the latest numbers on overall wine grape acreage in British Columbia

Brian Minter: It’s time to return our soils to their original healthy structure and organic content

An important new movement is taking place in the world of farming and gardening. I noted this development about a year ago as one of the most significant new trends identified by the Garden Media Group. It’s called regenerative farming and gardening.

Sold (Bought): Multiple bids for fast-selling Coquitlam condo

This two-bedroom home was built by Polygon in 1999 in the city's Westwood Plateau district.

Jane Macdougall: The Bookless Club goes to the dogs

The conversation about dog bites revolves around the nature/nurture debate.

Fab 5: The future is bright

Rebecca Tay presents five sunglasses that will have you blocking out those rays in style.

HAVAN Awards recognize excellence in residential construction, renovation and design

At the recent online gala event, 37 builders and designers were awarded 55 HAVAN Awards, streamed live from an award finalist's home.

Sold (Bought): Multiple bids for fast-selling Coquitlam condo

This two-bedroom home was built by Polygon in 1999 in the city's Westwood Plateau district.

Homes outfitted with high-tech options at Pennyfarthing's latest Cambie Corridor project

The 64-unit residential development will feature state-of-the-art 1VALET software system.

The Home Front: Uncomfortable beauty

An interview with architect Venelin Kokalov, design principal at Revery Architecture, about representing Canada at London Design Biennale this June.

Brian Minter: It’s time to return our soils to their original healthy structure and organic content

An important new movement is taking place in the world of farming and gardening. I noted this development about a year ago as one of the most significant new trends identified by the Garden Media Group. It’s called regenerative farming and gardening.

Five day trips you can take right now if you live in the Vancouver Coastal or Fraser Health regions

Looking for somewhere to go while travel restrictions are still in place? Here are some spots to consider in Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and (slightly) beyond.

Hotel Intel: Homespun Gîte l’Écureuil captures Charlevoix charm

The Petite-Rivière-St-François B&B offers a scenic spot to take in the region's beauty.

4 great Australian drives

Hit the open road and experience the freedom and space of Australia

The best glamping spots in Canada

From the Atlantic provinces to the western coast, there's plenty to see and do.

SEPAQ's annual passes to Quebec's provincial parks will be 50% off again this year

If this year's demand is anything like the last, it's better to queue up sooner than later for an annual pass to Quebec's national parks.

Calgary man charged in hate-motivated road-rage attack open in new tab

Police also investigating whether to lay further charges

Ottawa police focusing on stunters and distracted drivers this weekend open in new tab

Project Noisemaker resumes for a weekend blitz

News Roundup: The new VW ID.4, a very expensive Rolls-Royce and more open in new tab

Including video footage of a gnarly rollover caused by a wild weaver on the 401

Former California patrol officers face bribery charges in illegal supercars case open in new tab

The officers stand accused of falsifying records for a gray-market Ferrari and Koenigsegg, in exchange for US$35,000

Maserati boss photographed with camouflaged Grecale open in new tab

The CUV bears a resemblance to and shares a platform with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio

Revenge bedtime: Sacrificing sleep to add joy to our day open in new tab

Even though it's bad for us, we're all doing it: cutting down on sleep to fit more fun things into our day

Know your body: Do armpits have a use? open in new tab

They are best known for fabulous stink, but the pockets below your shoulders do serve a purpose

ADVICE: Is my neighbours' smoking bad for me? open in new tab

Does my neighbours' bad habit count as secondhand smoke?

Leukemia: types, symptoms and treatment open in new tab

Leukemia is a broad term for multiple different forms of blood cancer

Eye floaters: What the heck is that little fleck? open in new tab

Those round small circles, flecks, lines, webs or dots in your field of vision are mostly harmless