1. Earthquake hits B.C.: A 6.1 magnitude earthquake was felt on Haida Gwaii and the north coast of the province Friday morning.
2. Survive and advance: The Canucks refused to let the door close on their season, beating the Calgary Flames 2-1 on Thursday night. The Canucks will now head to Calgary to play on Saturday in Game 6 of the series. Win, and they stay alive. Lose, and the season is over.
3. No teller for this bank: More first-time home buyers are turning to a different bank to help them buy their homes: the bank of mom and dad. A report from the Bank of Montreal showed that 42 per cent of first-time buyers are expecting help from their folks. No word on the interest rates parents may charge.
4. Name and shame: A prominent B.C. animal advocate is pushing for a registry for convicted animal abusers. Wade Shaw, who created the annual Animal Abuse Prevention Day, says change is needed to help the Crown pursue stricter penalties against repeat offenders.
5. Expansion: Holt Renfrew is planning on expanding its downtown Vancouver store as it looks to hold down its claim on the luxury goods market. For those who want a little fashion help, the plan is to double the size of its personal shopping area.
