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Cosy hobbies are the new self-care on TikTok—here's how to find yours
Cosy hobbies are the new self-care on TikTok—here's how to find yours
'Cosy hobbies' like knitting, colouring and reading are gaining popularity on TikTok as more people seek ways to unwind, unplug and support their mental well-being during stressful times.
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January 3, 2026 at 4:02 AM
Cosy hobbies are the new self-care on TikTok—here's how to find yours
Family demands B.C. safety, justice and insurance reforms
Family demands B.C. safety, justice and insurance reforms
It's been four years since they lost their son in a crash near Crescent Spur, west of McBride.
dlvr.it
January 3, 2026 at 3:04 AM
Family demands B.C. safety, justice and insurance reforms
Risk of coastal flooding in qathet region due to storm surge
Risk of coastal flooding in qathet region due to storm surge
Elevated water levels along with strong winds and waves are expected this weekend
dlvr.it
January 3, 2026 at 2:32 AM
Risk of coastal flooding in qathet region due to storm surge
Christian charities see spike in revocations for serious violations in 2025
Christian charities see spike in revocations for serious violations in 2025
Church-linked charities account for eight of 29 organizations that lost registration after CRA audits.
dlvr.it
January 3, 2026 at 12:04 AM
Christian charities see spike in revocations for serious violations in 2025
Pilot flying out of YVR arrested just before Christmas
Pilot flying out of YVR arrested just before Christmas
An Air India flight leaving the international airport was delayed for several hours on Dec. 23, 2025.
dlvr.it
January 2, 2026 at 9:58 PM
Pilot flying out of YVR arrested just before Christmas
B.C. home grant threshold falls for first time since 2020, as Vancouver values drop
B.C. home grant threshold falls for first time since 2020, as Vancouver values drop
The B.C. homeowner grant threshold had been steadily increasing from $1.525 million to the high point of $2.175 million last year before this year's drop.
dlvr.it
January 2, 2026 at 9:53 PM
B.C. home grant threshold falls for first time since 2020, as Vancouver values drop
Representing riding an honour, says North Island-Powell River MP
Representing riding an honour, says North Island-Powell River MP
Aaron Gunn says first term in office has involved a steep learning curve
dlvr.it
January 2, 2026 at 8:32 PM
Representing riding an honour, says North Island-Powell River MP
E-books cost more, but please don't stop borrowing them, libraries say
E-books cost more, but please don't stop borrowing them, libraries say
Greater Victoria Public Library CEO Maureen Sawa said e-book prices charged by book publishers are causing cost pressures at the GVPL.
dlvr.it
January 2, 2026 at 7:29 PM
E-books cost more, but please don't stop borrowing them, libraries say
Rain in weekend weather forecast for qathet region
Rain in weekend weather forecast for qathet region
Chance of flurries predicted for next week
dlvr.it
January 2, 2026 at 6:53 PM
Rain in weekend weather forecast for qathet region
Rob Shaw: Eby admits decriminalization was a mistake, yet refuses to pull the plug
Rob Shaw: Eby admits decriminalization was a mistake, yet refuses to pull the plug
B.C.'s three-year pilot project expires Jan. 31
dlvr.it
January 2, 2026 at 6:36 PM
Rob Shaw: Eby admits decriminalization was a mistake, yet refuses to pull the plug
Remote work option ending for thousands of public, private sector workers in 2026
Remote work option ending for thousands of public, private sector workers in 2026
While several provinces, including Manitoba, British Columbia and New Brunswick, retain more flexible hybrid work rules, others are reviewing their policies.
dlvr.it
January 2, 2026 at 5:14 PM
Remote work option ending for thousands of public, private sector workers in 2026
Companies can make generic Ozempic as of next week, but don't expect to get it soon
Companies can make generic Ozempic as of next week, but don't expect to get it soon
"When you're talking about two, three, four hundred dollars a month, (for) a lot of people, you know, that is just impossible."
dlvr.it
January 2, 2026 at 5:10 PM
Companies can make generic Ozempic as of next week, but don't expect to get it soon
Powell River Kings make additions to roster
Powell River Kings make additions to roster
Pair of forwards join BC Hockey League club for first games of 2026
dlvr.it
January 2, 2026 at 3:36 PM
Powell River Kings make additions to roster
B.C.'s first baby in 2026 was born in Kelowna General Hospital at 12:18 a.m.
B.C.'s first baby in 2026 was born in Kelowna General Hospital at 12:18 a.m.
VICTORIA — The British Columbia government says the province's first baby of 2026 was born in Kelowna General Hospital at 12:18 a.m., but won't release other details.
dlvr.it
January 2, 2026 at 2:28 PM
B.C.'s first baby in 2026 was born in Kelowna General Hospital at 12:18 a.m.
Canada's highest-paid CEOs made an average of $16.2 million in 2024: report
Canada's highest-paid CEOs made an average of $16.2 million in 2024: report
The gap between average worker wages and Canada’s top-paid CEOs widened to a record in 2024, according to a new report that pushes for higher taxes on the wealthiest.
dlvr.it
January 2, 2026 at 2:23 PM
Canada's highest-paid CEOs made an average of $16.2 million in 2024: report
Opinion: No, your brain doesn't suddenly 'fully develop' at 25
Opinion: No, your brain doesn't suddenly 'fully develop' at 25
The claim that the brain, and particularly the frontal lobe, finishes developing at 25 is far less solid than social media would have you believe.
dlvr.it
January 2, 2026 at 2:05 AM
Opinion: No, your brain doesn't suddenly 'fully develop' at 25
Why shoppers around the world abandon carts and what they expect from international checkout in 2026
Why shoppers around the world abandon carts and what they expect from international checkout in 2026
Global e-commerce has crossed the $6-trillion mark and according to Shopify , cross-border commerce is now growing faster than domestic sales in many regions.
dlvr.it
January 1, 2026 at 11:05 PM
Why shoppers around the world abandon carts and what they expect from international checkout in 2026
The top screen-inspired travel destinations in 2026
The top screen-inspired travel destinations in 2026
A growing number of travellers are letting their favourite films and TV shows guide their vacation plans.
dlvr.it
January 1, 2026 at 8:05 PM
The top screen-inspired travel destinations in 2026
Monthly? Quarterly? A guide to how often you need to check in on your finances
Monthly? Quarterly? A guide to how often you need to check in on your finances
Here’s a list of financial tasks on a monthly, quarterly and annual schedule to help keep your finances on track.
dlvr.it
January 1, 2026 at 5:51 PM
Monthly? Quarterly? A guide to how often you need to check in on your finances
Mario Canseco: Canadians split on top wishes for 2026
Mario Canseco: Canadians split on top wishes for 2026
From financial security to better health and more time with loved ones, a recent Research Co. poll highlights what matters most to Canadians heading into the new year
dlvr.it
January 1, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Mario Canseco: Canadians split on top wishes for 2026
Pickleball site decision postponed by Powell River Council
Pickleball site decision postponed by Powell River Council
Councillors await decision on reconvening a committee to further examine the matter
dlvr.it
January 1, 2026 at 2:32 PM
Pickleball site decision postponed by Powell River Council
After a challenging year, B.C. premier looks ahead to 2026
After a challenging year, B.C. premier looks ahead to 2026
While 2025 has been challenging and 2026 might be, too, Premier David Eby said it’s not all bad news.
dlvr.it
January 1, 2026 at 2:32 PM
After a challenging year, B.C. premier looks ahead to 2026
Opinion: Ditch the self-improvement grind and embrace joyful mischief this New Year
Opinion: Ditch the self-improvement grind and embrace joyful mischief this New Year
New year's resolutions: Instead of a cold plunge every day, why not a warm cup of tea? And don't forget about naps....
dlvr.it
January 1, 2026 at 3:36 AM
Opinion: Ditch the self-improvement grind and embrace joyful mischief this New Year
Mario Canseco: B.C. and Quebec lag in shifting cannabis users to legal market
Mario Canseco: B.C. and Quebec lag in shifting cannabis users to legal market
New Research Co. survey shows attempts to revert marijuana legalization will be futile
dlvr.it
January 1, 2026 at 1:03 AM
Mario Canseco: B.C. and Quebec lag in shifting cannabis users to legal market
How TravelAI uses data to find the trip you didn't know you wanted
How TravelAI uses data to find the trip you didn't know you wanted
Fast growing Vancouver company has hundreds of travel websites, with many catering to niche interests and demographics
dlvr.it
December 31, 2025 at 11:06 PM
How TravelAI uses data to find the trip you didn't know you wanted