Global BC Presents: Chinatown Stories

A unique program in Quebec allows mothers undergoing addiction treatment to keep their children with them during recovery. This initiative is the first of its kind in Canada, aiming to support families while addressing substance use issues.

A 13-year-old girl has died Thursday evening after being struck by a school bus in Laval, shortly after she had exited the vehicle.

The 'Lost Canadians' legislation has been enacted to address citizenship rules affecting individuals born outside Canada to Canadian parents born in other countries. This law aims to rectify the citizenship status of these individuals, who have historically faced challenges in obtaining Canadian citizenship.

The Canadian Coast Guard reported that a barge off the coast of British Columbia is taking on water, but the situation remains stable despite damage to the hull's underside. There have been no reports of pollution from the incident.

The Alberta and federal governments are reportedly nearing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance a pipeline project to British Columbia's North Coast. This development has sparked speculation about the future of the project amid ongoing regional tensions.

The sixth and final report from the external monitor overseeing the implementation of recommendations from former Supreme Court Justice Louise Arbour highlights ongoing challenges faced by the military in achieving lasting cultural change, despite some progress being noted.

Halifax councillors are facing significant concerns from residents regarding a potential double-digit increase in property taxes in the upcoming budget. Many homeowners fear that such a hike could jeopardize their ability to keep their homes.

Halifax police have determined that a violation of Nova Scotia's lottery rules by a local legion does not constitute criminal wrongdoing. The investigation concluded that the actions taken did not meet the threshold for criminal charges.