Vancouver’s Big Week: Security, Water, Health, and Heat Safety

Top BC stories: security dogs, water use, strike action, pipeline dispute, and summer safety.

Suspect in Kits Beach attack released after less than 48 hours Kits Beach assault arrest: suspect released after attack on Vancouver beach Get the latest on court conditions, witness accounts, and the victim's recovery Working security dogs patrol FIFA World Cup venues in Vancouver Security dogs help protect FIFA World Cup fans in Vancouver with explosive detection See how trained dogs and handlers keep major event sites safer at packed matches Metro Vancouver nearly met daily watersaving target in June Metro Vancouver water restrictions keep demand near target amid hot weather See how residents are helping avoid shortages as heat pushes use close to limits How to stay safe when swimming in rivers and lakes during a heat wave Open water swimming safety: protect yourself from currents, debris, and heat Check swim advisories, choose supervised spots, and enjoy the water more safely BC nurses reach legal strike position after 72hour notice BC nurses strike update: legal job action begins as pay talks stall See what the BC Nurses’ Union may do next and how staffing could change B.C. says it will not challenge Alberta pipeline in court British Columbia pipeline policy eases resistance as Eby won’t block federal authority See how Ottawa’s deal keeps the tanker ban and shapes future coast projects Quesnel attracts U.S.trained doctors as recruitment efforts pay off Quesnel doctor recruitment brings U.S.trained physicians to local practices Targeted visits and support help ease family doctor shortages in northern B.C.