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B.C.-based company fined $75,000 and ordered to forfeit 20,196 shark fins

A B.C.-based company has been sentenced to pay a $75,000 fine for unlawfully importing a protected shark species without a permit.

Heavy rain forecast for east Vancouver Island

A warmer and wetter weather pattern is on the way for east Vancouver Island and it could bring localized flooding and high stream levels.

More snow forecast for east Vancouver Island

East Vancouver Island could see more snow and treacherous road conditions today (Jan. 4).

Snowfall warning issued for east Vancouver Island

The Oceanside area could see even more snow tonight (Dec. 29).

Freezing weather prompts BC Ferries to cancel sailing

The Queen of New Westminster experienced frozen water pipes, washroom closures and unsafe conditions on the vehicle deck from the freezing weather, according to BC Ferries.

Snowfall warning issued for east Vancouver Island

A wind warning is also in effect for Saturday morning, with strong winds of 70 km/h gusting to 90.

East Vancouver Island prepares for another storm

A strong winter storm is forecast to affect many parts of B.C. this weekend, including east Vancouver Island.

Environment Canada issues rainfall warning for east Vancouver Island

A “significant atmospheric river” continues to bring high amounts of precipitation to east Vancouver Island, according to Environment Canada.

BC Ferries cancels dozens of sailings Monday due to strong winds

The cancellations came as Environment Canada forecast 70 km/h winds — gusting up to 90 km/h in the area.

Environment Canada issues special weather statement for eastern Vancouver Island

The Bowser area could see between 75-150 mm of rain over two days, starting Friday morning.
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