Savvy consumers should keep in mind return policies for their purchases, retail analysts say. In some cases, a return could even cost you. * This article was originally published here

BC Ferries says it's cancelling sailings to and from Prince Rupert until Dec. 28 due to an engine issue coupled with forecasted "hurricane-force winds." * This article was originally published here

Experts from academia and social media also have a few tips on how you can help manage your food budget heading into the new year. * This article was originally published here

Data compiled and released by Metro Vancouver this month show the BC Housing wait-list for social housing has 18,865 households on it, with seniors and families in most need. * This article was originally published here

Discussion and debate around trans people in Saskatchewan has been sparked throughout 2023, whether it be from changeroom access or the province's pronoun policy. * This article was originally published here

Dozens of brave souls in Vancouver participated in the Plunge for Purpose Saturday, raising funds for families in need in partnership with the Harvest Project. * This article was originally published here

Sonia Edelman was one of many residents in a Regina neighbourhood who awoke to the sounds of a car crashing through a fence near her home Saturday morning. * This article was originally published here

Arif Virani announced Friday that he was ordering a new trial for the men, who were convicted of second-degree murder in the Nov. 30, 1983 slaying of George Gilman Leeman. * This article was originally published here

Wildfires leave a mark, and after a season that saw 18.5 million hectares of land burned, some experts are warning about the effects they can have in future extreme weather events. * This article was originally published here

In a Friday news release, Mounties said they're concerned about the wellbeing of 15-year-old Tristan Bezeau. * This article was originally published here

A mother and son who came to B.C. for an early Christmas holiday ended up stuck for eight days after Flair Airlines cancelled their flight and didn't rebook them until Boxing Day. * This article was originally published here

The new artificial rink is part of a multi-million dollar redevelopment of Officers' Square and will operate from December to March each year. * This article was originally published here

Canada's economic growth was essentially unchanged in October, Statistics Canada says, coming off a surprise contraction in the third quarter of 2023. * This article was originally published here

With $122 million from the federal government, the City of Winnipeg said it will invest in programs expected to fast-track 3,000 new housing units, including 900 affordable units. * This article was originally published here

Some Iranian-Canadians believe the regime is ramping up brutality against its own people as the world's attention is focused on the Middle East. * This article was originally published here

The Regina Capacity Pressure Action Plan was released Thursday after Regina's hospitals received an order from Regina's Fire Inspector. * This article was originally published here

Expect reduced hours and closures for shops, services, tourist attractions and government outlets between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day. * This article was originally published here

On this episode of 'What happened to…?', Erica Vella revisits the 2011 Vancouver riots that erupted downtown following the Canucks loss in the Stanley Cup final. * This article was originally published here

Warm weather has delayed a spike in waterfowl illness and death, however, bird-watching enthusiasts and scientists alike are keeping an eye on the situation. * This article was originally published here

Megamunch, the animatronic T. Rex. is being retired after 37 years entertaining guests at the Royal Saskatchewan Museum due to wear and tear. * This article was originally published here