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Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 22m

Canadian businesses most confident and least prepared for disaster, report finds

Canadian businesses most confident and least prepared for disaster, report finds

Operational blind spots and communication gaps are leaving large Canadian businesses vulnerable during emergencies.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 2h

Canucks lines vs Oilers, October 11, 2025

Canucks lines vs Oilers, October 11, 2025

Will the Vancouver Canucks start Thatcher Demko two games in a row or get Kevin Lankinen into the net?

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 2h

Kudos: Vancouver Diamond Lions Club raises $30K for Richmond Hospital

Kudos: Vancouver Diamond Lions Club raises $30K for Richmond Hospital

Funds to help bring in more advanced technology to better treat patients.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 3h

The Boat House: David Thompson's home and yacht are testaments to his skill and creativity

The Boat House: David Thompson's home and yacht are testaments to his skill and creativity

Beyond the shores of the Sunshine Coast, a remarkable story unfolds of one man's unwavering commitment to salvage and restore.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 5h

Good morning, Richmond! It's Saturday

Good morning, Richmond! It's Saturday

Latest news and weather in Richmond and photo features of the day.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 17h

Opinion: Travelling to the U.S.? How the government shutdown will impact tourism

Opinion: Travelling to the U.S.? How the government shutdown will impact tourism

How the U.S. government shutdown could ripple across tourism and travel.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 17h

Family sues West Vancouver to stop demolition of ‘gazebo’ built without permits

Family sues West Vancouver to stop demolition of ‘gazebo’ built without permits

The district denied procedural fairness and the demolition orders should be quashed, the building's owners say in a petition filed in B.C. Supreme Court

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 19h

Ferry workers cite abuse, call for 'patience and kindness' ahead of busy holiday weekend

Ferry workers cite abuse, call for 'patience and kindness' ahead of busy holiday weekend

Workers “shouldn’t have to fear being screamed at, spat on or threatened,” says the B.C. Ferry and Marine Workers’ Union.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 20h

Conservatives push to close birth tourism loophole

Conservatives push to close birth tourism loophole

MP Chak Au said Richmond has felt the "pain" of birth tourism more than other parts of the country.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 22h

Squamish child donates summer earnings to help sick kids

Squamish child donates summer earnings to help sick kids

In the heart of Squamish, four-year-old Holden Hoffele proved that you're never too young to make a difference. With his dinosaur-themed lemonade stand, he raised $450 over the summer and donated it all to BC Children's Hospital.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 22h

Metro Vancouver weather: Heavy rain Thanksgiving weekend, then sunshine

Metro Vancouver weather: Heavy rain Thanksgiving weekend, then sunshine

A shift in the weather is coming...but it's not a bad one.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 22h

Highway 99 northbound closed between Steveston and Westminster highways Friday afternoon

Highway 99 northbound closed between Steveston and Westminster highways Friday afternoon

Drivers travelling between Delta and Richmond should expect major delays this afternoon.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 23h

New Asian brasserie by 'Top Chef Canada' star coming to YVR

New Asian brasserie by 'Top Chef Canada' star coming to YVR

New dine-in and grab-and-go spot replaces three long-running food concepts.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 23h

Rob Shaw: NDP moves to scrap second road test without proving it’s safe for B.C. roads

Rob Shaw: NDP moves to scrap second road test without proving it’s safe for B.C. roads

Opposition argues inexperience remains a leading cause of crashes

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 23h

Richmond RCMP searching for missing 42-year-old man

Richmond RCMP searching for missing 42-year-old man

A man was reported missing on Tuesday, Oct. 7, and police are concerned for his health and well-being.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 1d

Child pornography name change to child sex abuse material officially happens Friday

Child pornography name change to child sex abuse material officially happens Friday

Bill-291 received Royal Assent in 2024.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 1d

B.C.'s public service workers escalate strike to correctional facilities

B.C.'s public service workers escalate strike to correctional facilities

The strike is in its sixth week.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 1d

Here are the B.C. ministries, provincial agencies and roles affected by job action

Here are the B.C. ministries, provincial agencies and roles affected by job action

More than 20 provincial ministries, Crown corporations and agencies are affected.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 1d

Simultaneous strikes leave driver's licences, health cards in limbo

Simultaneous strikes leave driver's licences, health cards in limbo

A postal strike and escalating B.C. public service job action that’s now affecting Service B.C. have left those in need of important documents unsure what to do.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 1d

Four things to do in Richmond this weekend

Four things to do in Richmond this weekend

Take part in various performances and arts and culture activites in Richmond this weekend.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 1d

Good morning, Richmond! It's Friday

Good morning, Richmond! It's Friday

Latest news and weather in Richmond and photo features of the day.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 1d

Why B.C. clothing retailers are rapidly opening new stores

Why B.C. clothing retailers are rapidly opening new stores

Lululemon, Aritzia, Indochino, Kit and Ace all growing store counts in challenging market

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 1d

B.C. Ferries expects busy long weekend, including for foot passengers

B.C. Ferries expects busy long weekend, including for foot passengers

The Thanksgiving long weekend is usually the fifth-busiest weekend of the year for the ferry company, and is also among the busiest for foot passengers.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 1d

Parksville woman loses $200,000 in crypto scam she heard about from a friend

Parksville woman loses $200,000 in crypto scam she heard about from a friend

The woman had learned about the ‘investment’ scheme from a friend, who was also defrauded.

Richmond News @richmondnews.bsky.social · 1d

I Watched This Game: Chytil tallies two as Canucks crush Calgary to kick off season

I Watched This Game: Chytil tallies two as Canucks crush Calgary to kick off season

The Vancouver Canucks got two goals from Filip Chytil in a 5-1 win over the Calgary Flames to start the 2025-26 season in style.