Several highways were closed for much for the day Thursday because of the high avalanche threat above the route, including Highway 1 from Revelstoke to Golden.
RCMP say nine people were peacefully protesting Thursday but police were called in when the protesters began blocking equipment and highway traffic.
The cold was so persistent that about seven contestants had to drop out to seek medical attention for frostbite, he added.
GANDER, N.L. — Police are investigating the sudden death of a 14-year-old Newfoundland girl, saying they are aware of social media allegations in the case but don't yet know what precipitated the death.
British Columbia has announced plans to eliminate or reduce prescription-drug deductibles for low-income earners.
A government-directed independent review of ICBC has identified over $60 million in potential savings to the public insurer. This follows on the product reforms announced earlier this week by Attorney General David Eby.