April 27, 2024

High winds lash much of coastal B.C.

VANCOUVER - High winds have cut power to thousands of people on Vancouver Island and forced BC Ferries to cancel at least two sailings.Environment Canada has issued wind warnings for Vancouver Island, Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley. the Sunshine Coast and the Central Coast.The federal agency says an intense low-pressure system is approaching … [Read more...]

Coastal Contacts posts third-quarter loss

VANCOUVER - Coastal Contacts Inc. (TSX:COA) slipped into the red in the third quarter despite sizable revenue growth in its key divisions, the online eyewear retailer said Monday.The Vancouver-based company reported a net loss of $ 1.6 million or three cents a share, reversing year-earlier profits of $ 500,000 or a penny per share.On a per share … [Read more...]