WHITE ROCK, British Columbia (Eagle News) — The iconic White Rock Pier partially collapsed following the aftermath from the windstorm in Vancouver on December 19. City officials estimate it will take several months and millions of dollars to repair. Washed up sailboats and debris can also be seen along the shore. Built in 1914 along the White Rock beach, the pier spans over 400 meters into the Semiahmoo Bay which leads into the Pacific Ocean. […]
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Windstorm causes severe damage in Vancouver, Canada
VANCOUVER, Canada (Eagle News) — After being hit by torrential rain, the greater Vancouver area is now facing problems caused by a severe windstorm that left more than 300,000 homes without power. According to BCHydro, 132,000 homes lost power in the Lower Mainland, and 110,000 homes on Vancouver Island. According to Environment Canada, the area was hit with gusts of wind of more than 100km/h. Because of this, many traffic lights have stopped working, causing […]
Car crash causes roadblocks in Edmonton
EDMONTON, Alberta (Eagle News) — A car collision on the corner of 94th street and 137th avenue involving two cars has caused roadblocks. According to sources, the collision was caused by cars trying to beat the red light. There were no fatalities and everyone involved has been taken to the hospital. (Jonah Lopez, EBC Edmonton Correspondent, Eagle News Service)
Smoke, haze continue to blanket Vancouver skies
VANCOUVER, Canada (Eagle News) — Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island continues to be blanketed with smoke and haze as a result of wildfires in British Columbia. Air Quality Advisory remains in effect due to elevated levels of fine particulate matter, according to Environment Canada. Cooler temperatures and chance of showers are expected this weekend in Metro Vancouver, which should improve air quality in the region. (Eagle News Service)
#EBCPhotojournalism: BC wildfires cover Western Canada with haze
CANADA (Eagle News) — Smoke from wildfires in British Columbia, Canada has drifted east towards the Canadian province of Alberta. Haze is visible from Vancouver to as far as Edmonton and Calgary. The smoke is affecting air quality and is expected to remain for several days according to Environment Canada. (Eagle News Service)
Worldwide Walk brings Alberta residents together to fight poverty
(Eagle News) — EBC’s Thomas Likeness interviews organizers of the Worldwide Walk sponsored by the Iglesia Ni Cristo held in Northern Alberta.





