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Proposed substation in Vancouver's West End faces community opposition

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:24:52 GMT

An aging B.C. Hydro substation in Downtown Vancouver must be replaced, though some West End residents are against the proposed location of its successor.

Nisg̱a'a, Tahltan Nations mark official opening of Stewart, B.C., port as expansion plans take shape

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 02:45:12 GMT

The Portland Canal Marine Terminal in Stewart, B.C., has marked its official opening under majority Indigenous ownership. The terminal handles copper and gold concentrate and is planning modernization and expansion.

Shattered hearts: sons of Burnaby senior killed by stray bullet speak out

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:40:30 GMT

Chang Yong Cho, 85, died in his home after being struck by gunfire that originated a block away.

Residents of Kamloops neighbourhood raise safety concerns about proposed rail yard

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:11:12 GMT

The business arm of the Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc community has asked the City of Kamloops to support a proposal for a rail staging and storage facility. But locals say they're already struggling with increasingly busy train crossings at the only points of access in and out of the community.

Wildfire is the top risk for Kootenay town Creston, new assessment finds

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:47:54 GMT

Creston, B.C.'s new hazard assessment puts wildfire at the top of 51 potential hazards, and highlights challenges ranging from private property to evacuation planning.

B.C.’s forestry sector on verge of collapse, industry leaders warn as they urge province to act

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:20:45 GMT

A coalition of 15 forest industry groups sent an urgent letter to the B.C. government on Wednesday, calling on the Premier’s Office to form an action plan within 30 days to address the issues they say are plaguing the sector.

Human Rights Tribunal orders B.C. doctor to pay after refusing to provide trans teen with puberty blocker shot

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:52:05 GMT

A B.C. family doctor has been ordered to pay $28,100, after refusing to inject a transgender teen with a prescribed hormone blocker, citing religious and cultural reasons.

Police investigating after person in Cat in the Hat costume chases teen in West Kelowna

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:43:38 GMT

Police say wearing the costume is not a criminal offence, but following another person in a manner that causes them to fear for their safety may constitute criminal harassment.

Langley schools crack down on e-scooters, e-bikes amid uptick in injuries

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Langley's school district is implementing a ban on e-scooters and e-dirt bikes, while imposing age-related restrictions on e-bikes.

B.C. removes 4 ‘Trutch’ landmark names due to colonial politician's racist legacy

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The B.C. Geographical Names Office (BCGNO) has officially rescinded the name "Trutch" from four locations across the province due to the name's racist legacy.

'Hunted,' 'shattered,' 'scared': How victims say Canada's most prolific voyeur has altered their lives

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

CBC News has spent months going through court records and speaking with victims in the largest case of voyeurism ever reported in Canada. Victims say it has left them feeling shattered, hunted and struggling to continue on with their normal lives.

The U.S. is considering a federal tax incentive for films. How might that affect Canada?

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Amid the buzz surrounding the upcoming Toronto International Film Festival, U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed the creation of a federal tax incentive to keep film production in the U.S. instead of seeing it move to other countries – calling out Canada by name. But is it fair to frame the Hollywood exodus as Canada taking jobs from the U.S.?

85-year-old man killed by stray bullet inside Burnaby home, investigators say

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:17:08 GMT

An 85-year-old man found dead in his Burnaby home is believed to be an innocent victim who was struck by a stray bullet, according to the Integrated Homicide Investigative Team (IHIT).

Canada 'will NEVER be the 51st state. Sorry!': B.C. premier unveils new border welcome signs

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:42:58 GMT

B.C. Premier David Eby unveiled new welcome signs for U.S. border crossings at a Tuesday press conference, which he says reflect a message from his government: "Welcome to British Columbia, Canada. Strong, proud, and will NEVER be the 51st state. Sorry!"

Vancouver police officer denies fraud, theft allegations, says he will let the evidence speak for itself

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:45:46 GMT

Kal Dosanjh, a high-profile Vancouver police officer accused of defrauding at least 19 victims of a total of more than $3 million, denied the allegations in a statement Tuesday.

Vancouver mayoral candidate William Azaroff steps down, making room for the Green's Pete Fry

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:06:04 GMT

William Azaroff said he has heard "how scared people are of another Ken Sim and ABC majority," and that part of his decision to step down Tuesday is to keep only one progressive candidate on the ballot.

Vancouver man says traffic calming measures leaving people 'barricaded in their own neighbourhood'

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:23:19 GMT

"If you live in the neighbourhood, you can’t get out of the neighbourhood,” says 50-year Hastings-Sunrise resident Tom Siracusa.

Not all schools stock epinephrine devices. Food Allergy Canada wants that to change

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:37:34 GMT

Food Allergy Canada says Alberta is the only province that legislates all schools to stock epinephrine devices that aren't designated for a particular student.

After years of commuting, students in 3 Gitxsan communities have a high school of their own

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

A new high school serving three Gitxsan communities in northwestern B.C. has officially opened, giving students the chance to complete grades 8 to 12 closer to home in a school rooted in Gitxsan culture, language and community.

Telus goes after former employee who allegedly defrauded company of over $1M

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

B.C. telecommunications giant Telus is suing a former director who allegedly defrauded the company by using corporate credit cards to buy over 2,500 items worth over $1.09 million and resell them.

Parents should watch for signs of anxiety as new school year starts, Fraser Health says

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

As schools open their doors across the province, Fraser Health is encouraging parents to support students as they adjust to the school year and the anxiety that it can bring.

Why thousands are paying to watch people play Dungeons & Dragons live

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:00:00 GMT

The growing world of "actual play" is taking tabletop role-playing games from living rooms and online streaming to sold-out theatres. Performers and scholars say its appeal lies in the unpredictability and intimacy of seeing characters and storytelling take shape in real time while prioritizing identity and community.

Vancouver wraps Granville Street pedestrian zone, with hopes it will return

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 22:55:32 GMT

Labour Day marks the final day of Vancouver's Granville Street pedestrian zone, but the city is already facing calls to bring it back next summer.

2 homes in abandoned Sechelt neighbourhood destroyed by arson, fire department says

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:11:07 GMT

Two of 14 abandoned homes in Sechelt's Seawatch subdivision, which has been fenced off since 2019 due to sinkholes, have burned down.

Province rejects calls to install rescue equipment at B.C. lakes, despite surge in drownings

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

So far this year, 42 people have drowned in B.C.

A timeline of Metro Vancouver's $3.86B wastewater treatment plant

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

A wastewater treatment plant under construction in B.C.'s most populated region is six years beyond its original completion date and more than five times over budget. Here’s what’s important to know about it.

Dedicated dyslexia facility to open next year, but advocates say support should exist in B.C. public schools

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

As the Centre for Dyslexia is set to open its first dedicated facility in Vancouver next fall, education experts and advocates are raising concerns that the province isn’t doing enough to support students with dyslexia.

B.C. labour leaders flag worker struggles amid U.S. trade war ahead of Labour Day

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 01:09:47 GMT

As Labour Day approaches, two of B.C.'s labour leaders are reminding the Canadian government of just how hard local industries and workers have been hit by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs.

Police investigate long weekend gunfire in 3 Lower Mainland cities

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:45:16 GMT

Police are investigating shootings in three Lower Mainland communities that have left two people in hospital.

Critics say change at Metro Vancouver must go beyond new leadership

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:17:08 GMT

Critics of governance at the Metro Vancouver Regional District say the exit of a top administrator is a good first step, but major structural reform is still needed.

B.C. drought forces volunteers to rescue salmon from drying streams

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 08:00:00 GMT

As drought dries B.C. streams, volunteers are moving stranded salmon and other fish to deeper water. But scientists warn rescue efforts are becoming harder to sustain as waterways shrink and extreme heat intensifies.

Abbotsford-Mission byelection campaigns kick off after Conservative MLA steps down

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 02:09:36 GMT

Five candidates are now campaigning for an open seat in the B.C. Legislature in a byelection for the Abbotsford-Mission riding.

B.C. man lost for 5 nights in mountains near Squamish shares survival story

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 21:26:59 GMT

A Squamish man who survived a grueling five nights in British Columbia's Coast Mountains is sharing more about his experience.

Woman injured in bear attack in Whistler backcountry

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 19:41:40 GMT

A woman was taken to hospital on Friday after a bear attack in the backcountry near Whistler.

Regulator suspends B.C. Realtor's licence, cites 'urgent circumstances'

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 18:37:00 GMT

British Columbia's superintendent of real estate has suspended the licence of a Metro Vancouver Realtor and her personal real estate corporation.

B.C. man who went missing in mountains for several days found alive

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 23:43:14 GMT

Stanislav Volo went for a hike on Sunday above the Sea-to-Sky Gondola and did not return home.

Vancouver police officer accused of defrauding 19 victims of $3M

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:50:08 GMT

Vancouver police say a high-profile officer who was arrested on Thursday allegedly defrauded 19 victims of a total of about $3 million.

Cathedral Grove winner of The Search for B.C.'s Best Roadside Attraction

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

A controversial parking lot, adjacent logging and more than 100 years of interest make Cathedral Grove a site of competing values.

5 ex-B.C. Conservative MLAs now forming new party

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:40:45 GMT

MLAs Rosalyn Bird, Bruce Banman and Áʼa:líya Warbus are joining a new party led by Peter Milobar and Ian Paton.

Kamloops officials ask for public's help after man attacked by 2 dogs

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Eric Dean said he was walking along the riverside trail near his business, Kamloops Precision Machining in the Valleyview neighbourhood, around lunchtime on Wednesday when the attack happened.

Fishers empty-handed following dismal Fraser River sockeye run

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Many Fraser River sockeye salmon fishers are coming home empty-handed, following a dismal run that shut down fisheries this season.

Nanoose Bay residents hope petition will bring change after multiple fatalities on stretch of Highway 19

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

One resident in Nanoose Bay, B.C., is re-circulating a petition calling for improvements to a stretch of Highway 19 on Vancouver Island that's seen a number of fatalities. She's hoping better infrastructure and enforcement will help reduce the number of crashes seen in the area.

High-profile VPD officer and youth charity CEO Kal Dosanjh charged with theft, fraud

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:01:19 GMT

Vancouver police officer, anti-gang advocate and youth charity CEO Kal Dosanjh has been charged with theft, fraud and breach of trust offences dating back to 2017.

Worker dead after fatal gas plant incident in northeast B.C.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:32:47 GMT

Tourmaline Oil confirmed one worker is dead after an incident at a gas plant on Aug. 27.

Vancouver police officer charged with 1 count of assault

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:29:16 GMT

The B.C. Prosecution Service says a Vancouver police officer has been charged with assault.

Sleeping Trans-Canada Tesla drivers caught on video, fined $368

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 21:08:57 GMT

The B.C. Highway Patrol says an officer captured video of a man with his eyes closed and hands off the wheel as his Tesla travelled on through Langley.

Hiker missing from B.C. gondola made call to 911 saying he's 'stuck on the mountain'

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:18:58 GMT

Search and rescue crews say a hiker who's been missing from the Squamish area since Sunday managed to briefly get through to 911 on Tuesday, but that searchers still haven't been able to find him.

6,000 names etched in stone to memorialize Japanese people detained in Vancouver during WWII

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

A memorial for Japanese Canadians detained during the Second World War was unveiled at Vancouver's Hastings Park last week, commemorating the thousands of people who were held there while more permanent internment camps were built.

Clocks running more than 15 minutes fast due to 'electrical island' in northwest B.C.

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

It happens when power switches to a backup generating station operating at a different frequency, B.C. Hydro says.

Who's running for mayor in Fort St. John? Councillor to challenge incumbent

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The race for mayor in Fort St. John is underway. Coun. Trevor Bolin announced Wednesday that he would challenge incumbent Mayor Lilia Hansen for the position.

'My students should be here': Tumbler Ridge teacher shares toll of deadly school shooting

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:42:05 GMT

Uber drivers in B.C.'s Interior join Vancouver Island in unionization agreement

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:08:01 GMT

The United Food and Commercial Workers union says Uber drivers in the Okanagan-Kootenay-Cariboo areas are joining UFCW 1518, and will be covered by an agreement first negotiated by drivers in Victoria.

Suspect images released as residents condemn hateful text, bacon left at Surrey Islamic centre

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:01:33 GMT

Surrey, B.C., residents say there's a need for more cultural acceptance, as police release images of a suspect as they investigate a potential hate crime at an Islamic place of worship last week.

Accused in Vancouver Starbucks stabbing found guilty of manslaughter

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 22:40:41 GMT

The jude in the case found that in considering all evidence, including medical findings with differing conclusions on whether Inderdeep Singh Gosal's actions played a part in his actions, she could not say with certainty that Gosal had intended to kill Paul Schmidt.

COPE's Stephanie Allen withdraws from Vancouver mayoral race

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 22:07:40 GMT

Allen said her decision was part of a strategy to limit the number of progressive candidates in a crowded field, but stopped short of endorsing either the Greens or OneCity.

Missing person found dead in Fraser River was killed, Prince George RCMP believe

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:33:13 GMT

Julian Wich, 29, was reported missing on Jan. 2 and found dead six months later.

Telus accused of misleading B.C. consumer watchdog in probe sparked by mistaken $1,400 cancellation fee

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

B.C.'s consumer watchdog is locked in a court battle with Telus after accusing the telecommunications giant of stonewalling an inspector trying to determine if a mistaken $1,435.65 contract cancellation fee was part of a bigger issue.

How immigration changes are contributing to B.C.'s housing market slowdown

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 02:54:11 GMT

While economic uncertainty from fluctuating oil prices and U.S. tariffs is contributing to B.C.'s real estate slowdown, economists say immigration policy changes are also playing a part.

Death threats, raw bacon reported at Surrey mosque; attorney general condemns incident

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 02:23:56 GMT

Surrey police say RCMP are investigating after being called about a hate crime that had reportedly occurred at some point between 11 p.m. on Friday and 5 a.m. on Saturday.

B.C. energy ministry says 4 calculation mistakes led to $1.5B budget error

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:25 GMT

Mistakes involved currency conversion error, incorrect gas unit calculations and use of cost inputs from 2025 instead of 2026.

Canada's top soldier expresses pride in 'who we are,' after Hegseth targets B.C. cadets in post

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:46:01 GMT

The Canadian cadet and her instructor singled out by U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth will be the ones to decide how — or even if — they will respond to a controversial social media post, says Canada's top military commander.

Lost island in northern B.C. lake — that appeared then disappeared — located, says B.C. Hydro

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

B.C. Hydro says a mini forest bigger than a Canadian football field landed ashore after drifting some 30 kilometres northwest of its last known location.

Liberal Braeden Caley wins byelection in North Vancouver-Capilano

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:15:24 GMT

The contest was one of three federal byelections on Monday, with others in Ontario and Quebec also won by the Liberals.

Arson suspected in fire at Vancouver's Plaza of Nations

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 03:47:42 GMT

Vancouver police believe a fire at Vancouver's Plaza of Nations on Monday was the result of arson.

Labour unions launch campaign calling for future B.C. Ferries vessels to be built in the province

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:12:27 GMT

A coalition of 17 organizations, which it says represents more than 7,000 workers in B.C.’s marine and related industries, is calling on BC Ferries to commit to building future vessels in the province.

B.C.'s $1.5B budget error raises questions about gas royalties, transparency

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:29:37 GMT

The premier’s office has admitted an error that overinflated expected natural gas royalties. Experts say the province may be underestimating the size of the mistake.

B.C. announces funding for approximately 1,200 new child-care spaces, to open in next year

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:15:00 GMT

New funding from the province will see approximately 1,200 before- and after-school child-care spaces open throughout B.C., nearly 200 of them in Nanaimo.

Áʼa꞉líya Warbus becomes 7th MLA to exit B.C. Conservatives citing leadership concerns

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:45:46 GMT

The Chilliwack-Cultus Lake MLA said she had lost confidence in leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay, and will sit as an Independent.

Search for B.C.'s best roadside attraction: Finals, Cathedral Grove vs. Barkerville

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Two public attractions steeped in history – cultural and natural – have made it to the finals. But which one will voters choose to win it all?

EV charger thefts on the rise as value of copper reaches record high

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Thieves have been capitalizing on the gains in copper value, officials say, with thefts costing Canadian utilities and charging companies more than $1 million in the past year.

Cole Hosack vanished from Dawson Creek, B.C., in 2023. Does this man know what happened to him?

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

New evidence, including a potential confession, has been uncovered in an investigation by the CBC's the fifth estate into the suspicious disappearance of a man in northern British Columbia.

Ex-Surrey Mountie to serve 18 months for breach of trust after being caught in sting

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 21:17:47 GMT

A former Surrey RCMP officer who pleaded guilty to breach of trust has been sentenced to 18 months in jail.

Change needed after 'multiple failures' led to grizzly deaths, Wildsafe B.C. co-ordinator says

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:55:35 GMT

The outgoing community co-ordinator of Wildsafe B.C. Nelson is calling for change, after she says "multiple failures ... on many levels" led to the killing of a grizzly sow and two of her three yearlings this month.

Nepali Teej celebrations being cancelled across Canada, funds going to relief efforts: community leader

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:27:45 GMT

Nepali communities across B.C. and throughout the country are cancelling annual festivals and donating funds to support relief efforts in Nepal, following a devastating flood.

Non-profit groups say more families are relying on donated goods for school supplies every year

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 18:27:41 GMT

As the cost of living continues to rise, so too does the cost of school supplies. An increasing number of parents are turning to non-profits for support ahead of the school year.

Indigenous tourism operators say business is booming across Vancouver Island

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

New research, conducted by the Angus Reid Institute and commissioned by Intrepid Travel, suggests fewer than half of British Columbians feel confident finding and choosing an Indigenous-led tourism experience. On Vancouver Island, operators say they’re seeing the opposite during their busiest seasons yet.

Why this northern B.C. community is giving out 23-year-old toilets for free

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The District of Port Edwards is giving away free low-flush toilets that have been sitting unused in the district office basement for the past two decades.

Tenants in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside are working to make their buildings safer during heat waves

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

A group of tenants in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside is demonstrating how communities can come together to keep each other safe during extreme heat events.

Byelection set for riding where B.C. Conservative leader expected to run

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:34:58 GMT

B.C. Conservative Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay will have her chance to try and win a seat in the legislature in September.

An island mysteriously appeared — then disappeared — on B.C.'s largest reservoir

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

B.C. Hydro says it's monitoring for the reappearance of a mysterious island first spotted by boaters 100 kilometres from the W.A.C. Bennett Dam in northeastern B.C.

B.C. NDP MLA Joan Phillip dead at 74

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:02:18 GMT

Joan Phillip, the NDP MLA for Vancouver-Strathcona and wife of Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs (UBCIC) Grand Chief Stewart Phillip, has died.

Inquest recommendations after man shot near Tofino lack teeth, family says

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:57:35 GMT

Judith Sayers, president of the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council that represents 14 First Nations on the west coast of Vancouver Island, said she wishes the recommendations after an inquest into the death of Julian Jones had gone into more detail.

Calls for unity after wave of exits from B.C. Conservatives

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:18:01 GMT

One of B.C. Conservative Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay's rivals in this year's race to lead the party is calling for unity amid a wave of departures.

Summerland wildfire that forced thousands out of homes now being held

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:02:40 GMT

The B.C. Wildfire Service says the blaze is expected to remain within its current perimeter of about 252 square kilometres west of Summerland.

Subway restaurant owner in Quesnel fined for trying to suppress worker injury claim: WorkSafeBC

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The owner of a Subway restaurant in Quesnel, B.C., was fined $2,500 after WorkSafeBC found they tried to get a worker to retract their injury claim after being burned on the job.

How Trump’s lumber tariffs made a bad situation worse in B.C.

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Donald Trump is hardly the first U.S. president whose government has imposed steep duties on Canadian lumber. The tariffs are the latest chapter in a dispute that's been going on for more than four decades. Here’s how we got here.

Bruce Banman joins exodus from B.C. Conservative caucus

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:19:11 GMT

The Abbotsford South MLA says he has heard that leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay is unelectable, and it is a reason for his departure.

Judge rejects application by 'Surrey Six' killer to stay convictions

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:10:56 GMT

A B.C. Supreme Court judge has rejected an application by one of the "Surrey Six" killers to stay the convictions against him.

Hope remains for Vancouver Island pulp and paper mills despite recent industry turmoil

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Local officials and an operator are remaining hopeful over the future of the only pulp and paper mills left on Vancouver Island, despite recent mill closures and new U.S. tariffs.

Tree-mapping tool piloted in Kelowna is expanding across B.C. to cool down cities

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

A University of British Columbia-led pilot project in Kelowna is expanding to Vancouver. It looks to change how local governments approach urban shade and planting trees.

Free passes to Joffre Lakes Park being flipped for profit, hiker says

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

A Vancouver woman is raising concerns that people are snapping up free day passes to the popular Joffre Lakes Provincial Park and then flipping them for cash online.

Langley outdoor preschool loses licence, shuts down because of unused indoor space

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Langley Forest School was first licensed by Fraser Health in 2016 and ran programs exclusively outdoors.

Hudson's Hope residents say properties acquired for Site C poorly managed by B.C. Hydro

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Residents in Hudson's Hope say B.C. Hydro is refusing to sell structures from properties acquired by the Crown corporation during the Site C dam's construction, items they feel could be repurposed by the community.

'Visual symbol of climate change': Mount Robson's Berg Glacier no longer reaches lake

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:05 GMT

One of the most picturesque sights in British Columbia is changing — as Mount Robson's Berg Glacier has retreated so far back that it no longer touches the water of Berg Lake.

Pre-sale purchasers in troubled Lower Mainland condo tower win battle to declare contracts invalid

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:59:46 GMT

A B.C. judge has sided with dozens of pre-sale purchasers who claim the developer of a troubled Lower Mainland condo tower breached provincial consumer protection laws by failing to update them on the headwinds facing the development in the months before the project wound up in creditor protection proceedings.

Brennan Day, Teresa Wat exit B.C. Conservatives, the latest to express concerns with Kerry-Lynne Findlay

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:09:41 GMT

Brennan Day is the latest MLA to quit the B.C. Conservative caucus, the fifth to leave since Kerry Lynne-Findlay took over as leader.

Search for B.C.'s best roadside attraction: Semifinal 2, Enchanted Forest vs. Barkerville

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMT

After four weeks of voting, we're left with Cathedral Grove as one of the two finalists in the Search for B.C.'s Best Roadside Attraction. But what will it face?

What's at stake in the North Vancouver federal byelection?

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Voters head to the polls Aug. 31 in one of three federal byelections, with the federal Liberals one seat short of a majority government.

New hatcheries will see up to 1 million more salmon raised and released into Fraser and Skeena Rivers annually

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 02:52:30 GMT

"Salmon are not simply a resource," Lheidli T'enneh Chief Dolleen Logan said at the announcement held in Prince George Tuesday. "Salmon are relatives. They are a part of our culture, our identity, our laws, our responsibilities."

FOI reveals operator of Sandman Hotel chain fined over $620K for asbestos violations

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 02:25:44 GMT

In the report — which details the $624,051.48 penalty handed to Northland Properties — B.C.'s workplace regulator says the company failed to ensure workers were safe when they worked on a renovation project at the Williams Lake hotel in December 2025.

B.C. premier urges feds to reconsider fighter jet purchase, coal shipments as U.S. trade war ramps up

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:31:16 GMT

B.C. Premier David Eby said that the province was supportive of Canadian counter-tariffs as the trade war with the U.S. ramps up — but urged the federal government to consider non-tariff measures to hit back at punishing U.S. duties.

Advocate worries crisis is being forgotten as B.C. toxic drug deaths tick up in June

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:50:05 GMT

The B.C. Coroners Service said it recorded 138 suspected toxic drug deaths across the province in June — representing an increase from the previous month, but a decrease from the same month last year.

Rosalyn Bird leaves Kerry-Lynne Findlay's B.C. Conservatives

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:06:37 GMT

Rosalyn Bird, the MLA for Prince George-Valemount, is the latest MLA to leave the B.C. Conservative caucus. It comes on the heels of the departures of Ian Paton and Peter Milobar, who say they plan to set up a new political party.

Search for B.C.'s best roadside attraction: Semifinal 1, Othello Tunnels vs. Cathedral Grove

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The story of British Columbia's complex relationship with our natural environment, our early attempts to control it, and our later attempts to celebrate it can be seen in the places voters have chosen to reach the final four of Search for B.C.'s Roadside Attraction.

Ottawa's counter-tariffs find broad support in Canada as businesses brace for trade war impact

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:27:28 GMT

After decades-long ban, Central Saanich farmers welcome return of potato

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Potato farming was banned in Central Saanich decades ago in response to a devastating pest. However, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency lifted the complete ban in December. Farmers in the area are now harvesting their first potato crop since the 1980s.

Food-conditioned bear killed in Fort Nelson, as resident launches community safety petition

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The B.C. Conservation Officer Service says a black bear in Fort Nelson, B.C., was killed on Aug. 19 after several reports of the bear going door-to-door knocking over garbage bins.

Renowned queer lawyer, activist barbara findlay dead at 77

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 02:50:37 GMT

Lesbian lawyer and activist barbara findlay died this weekend at the age of 77. B.C.'s 2SLGBTQ+ community is mourning her loss.

Rare thunderstorm with lightning strikes wows southern B.C., causing havoc at Vancouver airport

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 16:17:45 GMT

A preliminary count from Environment Canada reported more than 1,800 incidences of lightning over the Lower Mainland on Saturday night and Sunday morning, while the B.C. Wildfire Service said it recorded more than 7,000 strikes provincewide.

Surrey man honours Sherpa who saved his life on Mount Everest

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Twelve hours after Surrey’s Ajaypal Dhaliwal stood at the top of Mount Everest, he was still struggling to come down. But thanks to the kindness of a stranger, he was able to survive a potentially deadly situation.

Coast Salish weaver shares her connection to land, lineage and natural dyes

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

For weaver Myrna Crossley, a blanket isn’t just wool, it's a connection to land and culture that can takes weeks to create.

More than a trail: Kimberley residents debate future of Peak to Platzl connection

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

A popular Kimberley trail connection is at the centre of a debate over safety, accessibility and community identity. The city is moving ahead with staircase removal, while residents question whether alternative routes can replace what could be lost.

'Super' El Niño didn't cause this year's fires and heat waves, but it's about to take us on a 'wild ride'

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:00:17 GMT

Whether you call it a "super" El Niño or a "Godzilla" El Niño, the naturally occurring Pacific Ocean warming phenomenon that disrupts global weather patterns is back and packing a punch, at a time when many parts of the planet are already overheated.

U.S. trade demands aimed to reduce Canada to '51st state,' B.C. premier says

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:49:55 GMT

Premier David Eby said that his government would support Canada's counter-measures in the wake of an escalation in the U.S.-Canada trade war.

National 2SLGBTQ+ monument holds special meaning for those purged from civil service for being gay

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Thousands of Canadians were purged from the military, RCMP and civil service between the Cold War-era and the 1990s for their sexuality, including Vancouver's Wayne Davis and the great uncle of Elenore Sturko, an MLA and former Mountie.

Premiers back Carney as trade war with U.S. escalates

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:00:52 GMT

B.C. gang unit plans deployment to Fort St. John after 3 targeted shootings leave 4 injured

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:05:46 GMT

City officials in Fort St. John, B.C., have called for more police resources after four people were hurt in three targeted shootings near local schools since July 22.

UNBC launches engineering PhD to advance research in environmental and resource management in the north

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:47:24 GMT

The program is expected to advance research opportunities in areas of direct concern to northern B.C. and the province as a whole, particularly when it comes to resource development and environmental management.

B.C.'s proposed changes to food processing on ALR get mixed reviews from farmers

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Some farmers say the changes could invite large corporations onto the little farmland the province has available and drive up speculation, while others say the update could help small-scale farmers cut through red tape and more easily access local markets.

3 major outages renew concerns about northwest B.C.'s communications network

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Three large-scale telecommunications outages since May have exposed vulnerabilities in northwest B.C.'s communications network. Politicians are calling for tougher penalties for copper theft and greater network redundancy, warning repeated disruptions could put businesses, health-care services and emergency response at risk.

'Things could have gone way differently': Coroner's inquest into RCMP shooting hears testimony from witness

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 03:38:33 GMT

Late one evening in February 2021, a woman called the Tofino RCMP seeking help. She said she'd been confined and sexually assaulted by two men in a home in the remote Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation community of Opitsaht.

Tumbler Ridge school demolition 'new chapter' in recovery after shooting, residents say

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:33:52 GMT

Residents in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., gathered for an emotional milestone this week as the site of February’s mass shooting is torn down and returned to grass.

Trump pauses 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods for 3 days

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:13:34 GMT

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced he will pause the implementation of 50 per cent tariffs on a range of Canadian goods for three days, posting the decision less than two hours before the crushing levies were set to take effect.

What you need to know about B.C. wildfires on Aug. 18

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Thousands of Summerland residents were given the go-ahead to return home on Tuesday as the district lifted the majority of evacuation orders related to the Bald Range fire.

‘An existential threat’: B.C. businesses voice fears about looming U.S. tariffs

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 05:28:15 GMT

As the U.S. 50-per-cent tariff deadline looms, some B.C. businesses are going into a tailspin of worry about the potential impacts it could have on their bottom line.

Firefighters dealing with abandoned, 'intentionally-set' fires on Sunshine Coast

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 01:00:53 GMT

"We are monitoring the situation very, very closely in regards to enacting a campfire prohibition," said fire Chief Dwight Davison.

Jail guard appeared to sleep as Indigenous man died in cell: B.C. police watchdog

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:13:05 GMT

An IIO investigation found failures in how prisoners were monitored and cared for before an Indigenous man died by suicide in a Smithers RCMP cell.

Tumbler Ridge school teardown begins as B.C. prepares to rebuild following mass shooting

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Demolition crews began work tearing down Tumbler Ridge Secondary School on Monday, about six months after a mass shooting. The province announced plans to replace the school 'as quickly as possible' in May, although a new location has yet to be announced.

Demand for Canadian citizenship certificates soaring, fuelled by Americans

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Applications from people around the world seeking Canadian citizenship certificates have been rising rapidly, fuelled by thousands from the United States, CBC News has learned. So many people have applied following a change in the law that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada says those who apply today could have to wait more than two years for a decision.

Meteorologists are forecasting a 'super' El Niño. What does that mean for B.C.?

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The El Niño weather pattern can affect temperature and precipitation across North America, but what does it mean for British Columbia? And will it affect the wildfire situation?

As wildfires destroy homes, should B.C. make FireSmart principles mandatory?

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Experts say practical measures to keep your home from catching fire are proven to work — and point to the communities have built back smarter.

Fort St. John mayor calls for gang task force support after surge in targeted shootings

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 18:20:55 GMT

Fort St. John Mayor Lilia Hansen wants B.C.'s gang task force to intervene after three shootings in less than a month near local schools.

Homes across B.C. have been decimated by wildfires. Here's what to know about your insurance

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Hundreds of structures have been lost to wildfires so far this year. Experts say even those who are fully insured will face a long, complex process as they begin to rebuild.

What you need to know about B.C. wildfires on Aug. 15

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Thousands of residents forced to flee their homes due to wildfires across B.C. are returning Saturday, and a major highway is set to reopen as some conditions improve.

Tree planting started as a summer job, but it also taught me what it means to be Canadian

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Jackson Bonn reflects on his many seasons of work in the Canadian bush and why he can't step away from this back-breaking work.

Residents describe returning home as fire evacuation orders lift in Okanagan

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 02:21:31 GMT

On Friday, evacuation orders were lifted for 2,400 residences around the Quilpituk Creek fire zone, as well as in Peachland and Trout Creek where the Bald Range fire continues to burn.

Conservation officers say RCMP weren't mistaken in shooting bear that attacked 3-year-old

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:47:01 GMT

The B.C. Conservation Officer Service is apologizing for causing confusion, saying that investigations have revealed RCMP killed the bear that attacked a three-year-old girl in Maple Ridge earlier this month.

Finance critic Peter Milobar leaving B.C. Conservative caucus to sit as Independent MLA

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:02:10 GMT

Peter Milobar will sit as an Independent MLA. He says his value don't align with new B.C. Conservative leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay.

Thousands of residents in B.C.'s Interior can return home as some evacuation orders downgraded to alerts

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

B.C. residents in some wildfire areas will be able to return to their homes Friday, as some evacuation orders are downgraded to alerts.

Young grizzly bear with limp killed in Nelson, B.C., sparks rally

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 04:35:57 GMT

In an update on Friday, B.C. Conservation Officer Service said the young bear's mother has now also been killed to ensure public safety after the wild animal exhibited food-conditioned behaviour and loss of fear to people.

Search for B.C.'s best roadside attraction: Northern semifinals

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

After more than 300 submissions from across the province, just four roadside attractions from B.C.'s north remain — but which will make the final?

Unsealed documents reveal details of RCMP's response, investigation into Tumbler Ridge shooting

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Documents unsealed by CBC News and a consortium of other media outlets reveal a chronology of the day law enforcement responded to the deadly shooting in northern B.C.

Babies and toddlers are sweltering in some daycares. Should there be mandatory AC?

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Days and daycares are getting hotter. And a growing number of parents, educators, and health and legal advocates are lobbying for maximum indoor temperature at daycares, likely 26 C, akin to standards adopted for long-term care facilities in Ontario.

B.C. premier promises review of emergency response to wildfire near Summerland, B.C.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:30:49 GMT

Carney to discuss Canada's response to Trump's new tariffs at 8 a.m. PT

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Search for B.C.'s best roadside attraction: Interior semifinals

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:38:43 GMT

After more than 300 submissions from across the province, just four roadside attractions remain from B.C.'s southern Interior — but which will make the final?

Why this American doctor is leaving Utah to serve a remote community in B.C.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

One American doctor said changes in B.C.'s health care have allowed him to move to Canada.

What you need to know about B.C. wildfires on Aug. 12

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

B.C. Premier David Eby has promised to review the province's emergency response in the wake of the Bald Range wildfire near Summerland, and says he hasn't ruled out calling for military assistance.

Cranbrook wants a hospice house, but where it should go is up for debate

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Cranbrook residents will be surveyed this fall on five possible locations for a proposed 10-bed hospice house, including the Mount Baker RV Campground.

Look up: One of the year's best meteor showers is almost here

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Every August we are treated to one of the best meteor showers of the year: the Perseids. But this year, during the day of the peak, much of Canada will also get a partial solar eclipse.

72-year-old hiker attacked by grizzly bear in B.C.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:59:07 GMT

The hiker was taken to hospital by air ambulance in serious condition, with lacerations on her body and a neck fracture, officials said.

As more EVs hit the road, will we have the mechanics to keep them running?

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:42:37 GMT

In this issue of our environmental newsletter, we look at the challenge of training enough mechanics to service the growing fleet of EVs; see how a stationary battery can be integrated into public spaces; and check out a drone show as an animal-friendly alternative to fireworks.

Okanagan rancher describes Bradley Creek fire's 'path of destruction' that decimated her home

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:16:43 GMT

Devyn McMillan thought she was well prepared in the event of a wildfire. Her ranch survived the White Rock Lake Fire in 2021, and she had evacuations plans already in place. But as flames from the Bradley Creek wildfire inched closer to her property, she realized this blaze was not like the last.

Fort St. John RCMP investigate 2nd drive-by shooting in recent weeks

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:21:36 GMT

Officers were called shortly after 1:30 a.m. Thursday to a residential multiplex near the city's downtown.

Search for B.C.'s best roadside attraction: Round 1, the north

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:14:33 GMT

From more than 300 nominations, we're asking you to pick between 32 finalists in this month-long competition to determine the best of B.C.'s roadside attractions.

How to protect yourself — and your kids — from wildfire smoke

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Year after year, much of B.C. is blanketed by smoke as wildfires burn across the province, and beyond.

Climate change made Canadian wildfires in N.W.T. and Ontario roughly twice as likely, analysis finds

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

A new rapid analysis has found that human-induced climate change has made wildfire in the Northwest Territories and Ontario about twice as likely to occur, and it warns that the world must step away from fossil fuels.

Wildfire breaks out in Metro Vancouver's Belcarra Regional Park

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:17:42 GMT

A wildfire in Metro Vancouver's Belcarra Regional Park was discovered on Aug. 5, forcing evacuations in the nearby Village of Anmore. The fire is burning roughly one kilometre southeast of Sasamat Lake's White Pine Beach.

Richmond Night Market ends operations after 26 years

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 03:44:06 GMT

The Richmond Night Market, which has been running for 26 years in the Metro Vancouver city, is concluding operations after this season.

Black bear carcass found dumped in river near Fort Nelson

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:29:05 GMT

The B.C. Conservation Officer Service says it's investigating after a black bear carcass was dumped near the Muskwa River Bridge on Aug. 2, roughly a four-kilometre drive south of Fort Nelson.

New SFU medical school welcomes first 48 students

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:55:54 GMT

Simon Fraser University (SFU) welcomed its first class of 48 students to B.C.'s newest medical school in Surrey on Wednesday. The program will focus on community-based, primary care.

Vancouver area home sales dropped nearly 10% last month, 18.6% below seasonal average

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:23:22 GMT

There were 4,991 new listings on the Vancouver-area market last month, down 11.5 per cent year-over-year but matching the 10-year average.

Search for B.C.'s best roadside attraction: Round 1, Interior

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

From more than 300 nominations, we're asking you to pick between 32 finalists in this month-long competition to determine the best of this province's roadside attractions.

Nearly 18,000 B.C. Hydro customers lost power as a result of East Kootenay wildfires

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

In a Sunday statement, B.C. Hydro said outages affected nearly 18,000 customers in Golden, Parsons, Radium Hot Springs, Athalmer, Fairmont Hot Springs, Canal Flats and surrounding areas.

Wildfire smoke and air quality warnings make their way to B.C.'s Lower Mainland

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:30:09 GMT

The Metro Vancouver Regional District has upgraded an air quality warning for the eastern Fraser Valley, urging people residing in the area to avoid outdoor activities.

1 man found dead after mid-air plane collision in Chilliwack: RCMP

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:28:03 GMT

One man has been found dead after a mid-air collision between two aircraft on Monday in Chilliwack, B.C., according to an RCMP statement.

City councillor urges billionaire Jim Pattison to personally deliver final cheques to laid-off mill workers

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Hundreds of jobs have been lost as Canfor and other major companies close mills across B.C. with the Vancouver-based multinational calling the decisions 'gut-wrenching.'

Why more Canadian youth are texting for mental health help overnight

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Youth across Canada are increasingly reaching out for help by text in the middle of the night, according to a national mental health support service for children and teens.

An independent Alberta's U.S. oil exports would mostly be piped through other provinces

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Canada and separated Alberta could reach pipeline shipment deals. But there are no guarantees in trade talks, experts say.

No major growth on wildfire near Vernon, but thousands remain forced from homes

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:28:02 GMT

Growth has slowed on a wildfire that has destroyed multiple properties near Vernon, B.C., fire officials say.

After 8 years and 15,000 kilometres, B.C. couple nears end of Trans Canada Trail trek

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

A Vancouver Island couple is just a few steps away from completing a journey of over 15,000 kilometres on foot.

'We're all pretty stressed out': Okanagan residents flee fast-spreading fire

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 01:45:01 GMT

Residents in B.C.'s north Okanagan region say they had to leave their homes, possessions and in some cases their pets behind to escape a rapidly spreading wildfire near Vernon.

Destructive wildfires prompt evacuations in Washington state

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 22:48:55 GMT

About 5,000 homes have been evacuated and about 600 homes, businesses and other buildings have been destroyed by wildfires that remained uncontained Sunday in eastern Washington state, authorities said.

WestJet strike: Airline and union negotiate while frustrated travellers scramble

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 06:40:08 GMT

Multiple evacuation orders issued as wildfire along Okanagan Lake grows

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 02:56:30 GMT

Evacuations are underway around two fast-growing wildfires in B.C.’s Interior, one near the Okanagan Lake and another in the East Kootenay.

Wildfires, WestJet labour dispute complicate B.C. Day long-weekend travel

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 01:11:12 GMT

Wildfires, highway closures and flight disruptions due to a labour dispute are complicating travel across B.C. as residents head out for the B.C. Day long weekend.

Weather conditions expected to spark new wildfires, accelerate fire growth, B.C. Wildfire Service says

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 19:52:25 GMT

The B.C. Wildfire Service warns an approaching cold front could spark new wildfires and cause existing fires to spread rapidly because of strong winds and possible lightning.

Carey Newman’s Witness Blanket continues to evolve, this time as a multi-user VR experience

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Originally only a physical art installation, Witness Blanket has been adapted into a multi-user virtual reality experience to allow more people to engage with the history of residential schools.

How a road trip detour to Tumbler Ridge led this tourist from Taiwan to a 100-million-year-old dinosaur track

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

One of five UNESCO Geoparks in Canada, Tumbler Ridge has been attracting people from around the world who are helping to uncover the region's dinosaur past.

First-of-its-kind Black arts and cultural centre opening in heart of downtown Victoria

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Organizers envision the Black & Here Community Centre as a space that helps weave communities together while reducing isolation and racism.

Whales are dying in B.C. waters. Here's how 2 groups are trying to save them

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

An estimated 20,000 whales are killed worldwide by vessel strikes each year, according to the International Marine Mammal Project.

Crews battling massive wildfire near Clinton, B.C., conduct planned ignition

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:21:05 GMT

More than 30 evacuation orders are in place across British Columbia, where more than 100 wildfires continue to burn.

Outrage grows as northern B.C. lacrosse team barred from provincial championship

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

A Prince George lacrosse team was denied participation in the Tier 1 Provincial Championships after the B.C. Lacrosse Association said it would not let teams who don't belong to a recognized league compete.

Woman missing from Shambhala music festival found safe, family and RCMP say

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:08:09 GMT

In a statement sent to CBC News, her family thanked everyone who had supported them, including through financial donations, which they said were used to cover travel costs with the remainder going to local search and rescue teams who supported police in their efforts.

Mayor concerned about controlled burns near Clinton as wildfire rages nearby

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:41:00 GMT

The Pear Lake wildfire — the largest active wildfire in the province at about 669 square kilometres — has already destroyed several properties.

District to update evacuees as wildfire continues to rage near Clinton

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:47:06 GMT

There's still no timeline for hundreds of evacuees to return to their homes, as a wildfire continues to threaten Clinton, B.C., and the surrounding communities.

B.C.'s air quality is worsening due to wildfires, report finds

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The B.C. Lung Foundation's annual State of the Air report has found that wildfires are now the leading cause of fine particulate matter pollution in the province.

Weather grants slight reprieve in battle against wildfire threatening Clinton

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:00:02 GMT

The B.C. Wildfire Service says a break in weather aided the fight against a fire that has forced hundreds of people from their homes in and around Clinton, B.C., on Tuesday.

B.C. hands out nearly $22K in fines for illegal campfires over weekend

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:37:19 GMT

"Claiming you didn’t know about the campfire ban is not an acceptable excuse," the B.C. Conservation Officer Service says.

75 of these whales remain. A new West Coast pipeline would be 'devastating' for them, experts say

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Multiple environmental groups are concerned the Alberta government's proposed oil pipeline route poses a risk to southern resident killer whales. They are protected under the Species At Risk Act, but the Carney government is considering changes that would give cabinet power to exempt certain projects from the "jeopardy test" for species at risk.

Wildfire near Clinton expected to grow as dry conditions, stronger winds approach

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:42:49 GMT

Hundreds of British Columbians have fled their communities as wildfires grow in B.C.'s Interior.

What is 'wishcycling,' and why are some B.C. municipalities cracking down on it?

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Facing a rising rate of people putting the wrong items in recycling bins, the Regional District of Nanaimo says it may start fining repeat offenders.

Some of B.C.'s biggest cities are using artificial intelligence — but what for?

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Cities are exploring AI for a range of operational and administrative purposes, from summarizing reports and writing emails to early wildfire detection and identifying contaminated garbage.

Jade across the Rockies: New research on stone celt artifacts helps map Indigenous trade routes

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT

New research analyzing jade artifacts, unearthed east of the Rocky Mountains, sheds light on vast Indigenous trade networks that once cut across pre-colonial Western Canada.

1 in 10 emergency physicians leaving Canadian ERs, national survey suggests

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

One out of every 10 emergency physicians in Canada have left their specialty, while the vast majority of others are reducing their hours or taking time off to manage burnout. The findings, part of a study out Monday in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, are based on a 2025 cross-country survey of hundreds of emergency medicine doctors.

Water shortages, vandalism complicate wildfire response in 2 B.C. communities

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:45:31 GMT

Officials in two evacuated B.C. communities are warning resident who remain behind to leave or conserve water because supplies are running low as firefighters tackle nearby out-of-control wildfires.

Evacuation alert lifted for Okanagan Lake community

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 19:51:13 GMT

Wildfire Service says only limited growth happened overnight, and crews have established a secure perimeter around the wildfire.

Evacuation planned for 70 Mile House Monday due to Pear Lake wildfire

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 16:34:47 GMT

The fires merging have impacted Highway 97, which is now shut down between Loon Lake Road and Chasm Road.

Why birders are spotting more brown pelicans in Metro Vancouver

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

A marine heat wave off the coast of California has disrupted brown pelican populations, which could be driving more sightings around Metro Vancouver. The Early Edition’s bi-weekly Early Birds columnist Khalid Boudreau introduces us to the very large water bird hanging out in southern B.C. waters.

Step inside an 1,800-year-old tree to experience the magic of B.C.’s ancient forests

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Part of Future Geographies at the Vancouver Art Gallery, Sanctuary is an "exhibition within an exhibition." The immersive video installation transports viewers to the endangered ecosystems of British Columbia’s old-growth forests.

B.C. woman faces 'disheartening' 5-year wait for cochlear implant. She's not alone

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

A B.C. woman is highlighting the province's long waits for cochlear implants after she was told despite being eligible, she wouldn't be able to have the surgery for five years.

End to B.C.’s $2K nursing tuition grant ‘like a shot in the back,’ says student

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

A grant B.C. introduced in 2023 that gave nursing students $2,000 a year to help cover tuition costs is set to expire on Aug. 1, leaving some students feeling undervalued.

Part of northeast B.C. back to 'abnormally dry,' with long drought recovery expected

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The head of the B.C. River Forecast Centre says it could take a year or more of sustained, wetter-than-average conditions for the region to fully recover from the drought it's endured for the last several years.

Snail-mail clubs deliver on the desire for physical letters

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Creative entrepreneurs are finding their way into people's hearts — and mailboxes — by offering snail-mail subscriptions. Creators, subscribers and academic experts alike say they're tapping into a desire to seek healthier relationships with technology and more personal, tangible — and tactile — ways of communicating.

More than 500 properties under evacuation alert as wildfire burns north of West Kelowna

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 04:26:09 GMT

A newly discovered out-of-control wildfire burning in B.C.’s Central Okanagan has prompted an evacuation alert for more than 500 properties in a popular vacation destination north of West Kelowna.

B.C. wildfire service at capacity with over 120 blazes in the province

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 22:15:30 GMT

With over 120 fires blazing across the province as of Saturday morning, the B.C. Wildfire Service says it's all hands on deck — and then some.

Abbotsford police release suspect's sketch after attempted abduction of 2 girls

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 22:12:16 GMT

Abbotsford police have released a composite sketch of a man suspected of trying to lure two young girls into his vehicle on Wednesday.

Clinton, B.C., still standing with some structure losses, but wildfire looms

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 20:33:25 GMT

According to the province, 1,300 properties have been ordered to evacuate and another 6,650 properties are under evacuation alert.

What’s life like under wildfire alert? For Kimberley, B.C., residents, it’s part prep, part wait and see

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Three Kimberley, B.C., residents describe what they would pack, leave behind and hope to return to as the Matthew Creek wildfire keeps the city under evacuation alert.

Nanaimo's outgoing poet laureate hopes his replacement brings 'enthusiasm and delight'

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Nanaimo is currently taking applications for its next poet laureate, who will be tasked with creating poetry and other work that reflects the city's community.

Beach wheelchairs available to rent for free at White Rock beach

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The City of White Rock will soon acquire a third chair equipped with flotation devices, which will allow wheelchair users to go in the water.

Evacuation orders expand around Clinton as 2 wildfires threaten community

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:22:33 GMT

The orders cover the village of around 650 people, along with about 280 properties to the southwest and north of the community.

Bystanders help rescue passengers from seaplane crash near B.C.-Wash. border

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:26:01 GMT

A San Juan Island EMS member says bystanders were “heroes” Thursday night when a seaplane crashed and later caught fire while making an emergency landing on the shoreline of Sucia Island near the B.C.-Washington border.

U.S. senator stands up for Canada against smoke complaints as U.S. wildfire moves into B.C.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT

A U.S. senator is speaking out against statements made by American leaders, including President Donald Trump, alleging Canada is doing a poor job of managing wildfires. Her remarks come as a wildfire from the United States has spread into British Columbia.

Alberta's got a new plan for a southern pipeline to B.C.'s coast — it still won't be easy

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Alberta's proposal for a new pipeline through southern B.C. has been billed as a duplication of the 2024 Trans Mountain expansion, but a deviation to another terminal in the Fraser Valley is unearthing familiar challenges including seismic and environmental concerns and possible objections by First Nations.

Cities may be going too easy on coyotes, researcher says

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

A new research paper suggests Toronto needs to revamp its approach to coyote control in a way that's raising the hackles of some animal lovers and advocates. The study's lead author says coyotes that become a persistent nuisance should be euthanized and suggests the city waits too long before exercising that option.

B.C. premier promises review of emergency response to wildfire near Summerland, B.C.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:04:27 GMT

Properties destroyed by wildfire near Clinton, B.C.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 22:21:15 GMT

A regional official says the damage ranges from melted siding to all structures on properties being burned down.

1 man dead, small wildfire ignited after tractor catches fire near Lumby: RCMP

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 22:05:55 GMT

RCMP say the fire started in the tractor's machinery, before spreading into a field, nearby trees and a hay shed.

This B.C. region wants to identify vulnerable residents to better help them in emergencies

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 20:39:55 GMT

As British Columbia faces yet another difficult wildfire season, one region is rolling out a new tool aimed at protecting some of its most vulnerable residents.

'Challenging conditions' ahead for wildfires near Boston Bar

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:53:30 GMT

With hot, dry weather in the forecast and gusty winds expected in the Fraser Canyon, B.C. firefighting crews are gearing up for a difficult day battling the Boston Bar wildfire complex.

Can direct-to-consumer sales offset new U.S. tariffs for B.C. wineries?

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

British Columbia's wine industry is balancing hope and trepidation amid new U.S. tariff threats and a long-awaited movement to break down interprovincial trade barriers.

Prince George residents give feedback on new involuntary care centre

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

As the province prepares to open an involuntary care facility in Prince George, organizers held an open house to hear from social workers, Indigenous peoples, and people who have lived with addictions and mental health disorders.

Where will Trump's new tariffs have the biggest impact? Data suggests it could be B.C.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

These three charts break down which sectors are in the crosshairs, which provinces will be the hardest hit and how the tariffs will be felt on both sides of the border.

First Nations-led evacuation centre in B.C. ensures resources available for IPV survivors

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 21:50:54 GMT

A First Nations-led wildfire evacuee centre in B.C. is taking steps to ensure survivors of intimate partner violence receive the unique support they need.

Extreme heat, wildfire smoke prompt weather warnings across B.C.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:16:36 GMT

Environment Canada warns temperatures set to hit mid 30s, even higher in some regions Wednesday. It adds wildfire smoke is deteriorating air quality throughout much of the province.

How to watch the Commonwealth Games on CBC

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:54:12 GMT

CBC is the home of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, with daily coverage from July 23 through Aug. 2. CBC has television coverage of Glasgow 2026 every afternoon. The schedule changes daily, so check here for listings. The opening ceremony goes Thursday, July 23 at 2:30 pm ET.

Restaurants push for Vancouver's Granville Street pedestrian zone to be made permanent

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Five blocks of Granville Street in downtown Vancouver are shut down during the FIFA World Cup games. Some think it should be permanent.

FIFA World Cup leaves mark on Granville Street tattoo shops

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

As Vancouver hosts World Cup matches at BC Place, some Granville Street tattoo parlours say they are seeing more customers with ink requests ranging from soccer balls to Canada scorelines.

Kamloops fire chief issues stern warning over residents setting off fireworks ahead of Canada Day

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The fire chief in Kamloops, B.C., is reminding residents that individually setting off fireworks is banned in the city ahead of Canada Day. It comes as the B.C. Wildfire Service has also restricted setting off fireworks across many of the province's fire centres, covering rural land.

Pouce Coupe gauging regional interest in northeast B.C. to match Alberta time

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The Village of Pouce Coupe wants to know if their neighbours in northeastern B.C. would be interested in matching the region's time zone with Alberta.

Energy minister to name 5 priority power-line projects for federal backing today

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT

The federal government is expected to announce on Friday that it will prioritize infrastructure upgrades that allow provinces to share excess electricity more cheaply and easily.

Water main leak in Port Renfrew on Vancouver Island leads to conservation alert

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:02:46 GMT

Residents of Port Renfrew on southwest Vancouver Island have been asked to urgently conserve water on Thursday night as crews repair a water main leak.

Public input opens on proposed Prince Rupert LPG export project under federal review

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:32:47 GMT

A proposed liquefied petroleum gas export facility at the Port of Prince Rupert has entered the federal review process, with the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada saying it is inviting public feedback.

Nanaimo food bank to get funding boost with $750K donation match campaign

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 23:25:07 GMT

The Nanaimo-based Tom Harris Foundation will be matching donations up to a total of $750,000 — which should help the food bank, Loaves and Fishes, reach its goal of $1.5 million in funding to finish their new warehouse without a hefty loan or mortgage.

Sex offender linked to disappearance of woman in 1993 dies in B.C.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 23:08:52 GMT

Police named Daniel Robert Dow as a suspect in the disappearance of 20-year-old Sherri McLaughlin in Kamloops, B.C., in 1993, although Dow never admitted involvement and did not co-operate with investigators.

B.C. man accused of murdering ex-wife tells jury 'you should believe me that I'm not guilty'

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 23:01:38 GMT

Vitali Stefanski had been represented by a lawyer for much of the trial, but jurors were told last week he would be representing himself, including during closing arguments.

2 men face shooting charges amid wave of extortion violence in Surrey

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 22:25:59 GMT

Police have charged two foreign nationals with reckless discharge of a firearm, after a raid on a home in Surrey, B.C., earlier this month. Two other men have been arrested and remain in the custody of the Canada Border Services Agency.

Arrest warrant issued for former B.C. correctional officer charged with breach of trust

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 22:23:40 GMT

Former North Fraser Pretrial Centre correctional officer Naila Sheikh is facing criminal charges of breach of trust and impersonation for personal gain. Documents obtained by CBC News appear to indicate Sheikh was the case manager for convicted gang murderer Rabih Alkhalil at the time of his brazen July 2022 escape, which remains under investigation.

District of Tumbler Ridge says temporary memorial for mass shooting victims to remain in place

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:26:09 GMT

The District of Tumbler Ridge says a temporary memorial site created by the community for the victims of February's mass shooting will remain in place.

Cooler weather on the way for B.C. after heat records fall

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:31:08 GMT

Twenty-one B.C. communities reported reaching or surpassing all-time daily heat records on Tuesday.

Scooter-riding bank robber evades police in back-to-back stickups in Dawson Creek

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:27:09 GMT

RCMP say although the two robberies took place four days and 170 metres apart, it is not clear if they are connected or if there are two scooter-riding bank robbers at large.

Carney defends $1.45B plan to convert unbought B.C. condos to affordable rent-to-own

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:41:19 GMT

Prime Minister Mark Carney says the provincial and federal governments have done a poor job of explaining their plan to buy unsold, vacant condos in B.C. and turn them into affordable housing. He shared new details on the plan Thursday.

Residents northeast of Pemberton ordered to leave as glacial lake threatens to burst

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:28:25 GMT

Residents of a small community northeast of Pemberton, B.C., have been ordered to leave immediately due to the imminent risk of flooding from a nearby glacial lake.

Highway linking Vancouver to Prince Rupert proposed by construction company

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

A local construction company is proposing an idea for a new, coastal highway connecting northwest B.C. to the Lower Mainland, at a minimum estimated cost of $20 million per kilometre.

StubHub World Cup ticket cancellations prompt calls for investigations, legal action

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT

StubHub customers who had World Cup tickets cancelled at the last minute are calling on lawyers, politicians and the U.S. Federal Trade Commission to investigate the company.

Mark Carney's plan to bulk-buy unsold Vancouver condos might be a bailout, but it doesn't have to be

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT

People need affordable homes, and thousands of empty condos in British Columbia are waiting to be sold. The federal government has an idea to help with both: Prime Minister Mark Carney is partnering with the B.C. government to convert vacant condos into affordable housing units.

World Cup fan cheers Canada from his eFoil surfboard in Vancouver | The Moment

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 02:45:14 GMT

New Canadian Matthias Reiche tells The National about the moment he dressed head-to-toe in Canadian swag and rode his eFoil surfboard along False Creek in Vancouver to support Team Canada in the World Cup.

Backlash over rental prices at Sen̓áḵw development in Vancouver

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:07:58 GMT

Online backlash over asking rental prices at the Squamish Nation-led Sen̓áḵw development in Vancouver may reflect a disconnect between market rental prices and what renters can actually afford, experts say. The prices — posted online by Vancouver real estate journalist Howard Chai and others — included $9,070 per month for a three-bedroom, two-bathroom unit.

'Really dangerous': B.C. faces calls to bolster worker heat safety regulations

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:43:08 GMT

As British Columbia approaches the five-year anniversary of the deadly heat dome, it's facing calls to toughen its heat exposure regulations for workers.

Canada falls 2-1 to Switzerland to finish World Cup group as runners-up

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:01:24 GMT

The heat dome had a deadly impact on New Westminster. 5 years later, cooling is top of mind

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Five years after extreme heat killed 33 people in New Westminster, the city has built out a network of cooling stations and passed bylaws aimed at cooling apartments.

Abbotsford man found guilty of 2nd-degree murder in death of wife

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:24:21 GMT

An Abbotsford, B.C., man has been found guilty of second-degree murder after he killed his wife in her basement suite in March 2024 — just days after he arrived from India.

Surge in Squamish rescue calls, including 1 fatality, prompts backcountry warning

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:01:40 GMT

RCMP say first responders were tasked to five calls in the Squamish area over the weekend, one of which saw a 31-year-old man die.

Injunction seeking to keep Vancouver Aquatic Centre open denied in B.C. Supreme Court

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:36:17 GMT

The group fighting to preserve a 50-metre pool at the Vancouver Aquatic Centre has lost its bid for an interim injunction to stop the centre from being shut down on June 28.

Victoria police say man charged in attack on imam also assaulted, robbed 2nd victim

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:04:05 GMT

Victoria police say a man who allegedly attacked a local imam last Thursday also robbed and assaulted another man earlier the same night.

Lytton man describes harrowing evacuation before Saw Creek fire destroyed his home

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:02:48 GMT

The Saw Creek fire, discovered on June 19, is now considered being held, but it is still burning south of Lytton — the village in B.C.’s Interior that was destroyed by wildfire around this time five years ago.

American kayaker drowns in Okanagan Lake: RCMP

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:19:26 GMT

Police are investigating the fatal drowning of an American kayaker in B.C.'s Okanagan Lake on Friday evening. RCMP say they are still trying to notify the person's next of kin.

Surrey extortionist told police Bishnoi contractor paid $3K for fiery attack

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Three Indian nationals jailed earlier this month for their roles in a fiery attack on a South Surrey home in February were paid $1,000 each by a subcontractor for the Bishnoi gang, according to a record of their sentencing.

Potential strike averted as Metro Vancouver transit drivers reach tentative deal

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:57:19 GMT

Unifor Locals 111 and 2200 are not releasing details of the proposed deal until it is ratified, but say in a joint statement that it recognizes the essential work members do.

B.C. launches new program focused on chronic property crime offenders

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:49:08 GMT

Police have said a small number of people cause a disproportionate amount of property crime and the multimillion-dollar program will focus on them. The government says it will create 12 regional teams of police, prosecutors and probation officers among other staff.

Cooler overnight weather aids Lytton wildfire fight, but hot days ahead: BCWS

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:31:10 GMT

Environment Canada is forecasting daily highs in the low 30s until Friday, when temperatures will drop and there is a chance of rain.

Woman struggles to find accessible World Cup tickets for her terminally ill husband

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

A woman who raised more than $5,000 to take her terminally ill husband to a FIFA World Cup match in Vancouver says she has been unable to get wheelchair-accessible tickets through FIFA’s accessibility process.

Quadriplegic senior says home care now 'worse' as delivery of procedure limited to male workers

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

A Saanich, B.C., man, who has been going days without a bowel routine due to changes in his care, says he continues to be assigned workers unable to facilitate a critical part of the routine.

Massive sturgeon reeled in on B.C.’s Fraser River | The Moment

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 02:10:48 GMT

Fishing guide Kevin Estrada tells The National about the moment his Sturgeon Slayer tour group caught and released a massive 11-foot white sturgeon on B.C.’s Fraser River.

'Flashbacks' in Lytton as anxious residents face evacuation orders, alerts

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:25:20 GMT

Sunday marked another day of anxious waiting and watching for residents of Lytton, B.C., with hundreds of properties under evacuation alerts or orders due to an out-of-control wildfire.

Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Big House opens in a moment more than 60 years in the making

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The opening took place more than 60 years after the two tribes, who are part of the Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw peoples, were amalgamated and relocated to the Tsulquate reserve on northern Vancouver Island from B.C.'s mainland.

No plan in place to control invasive American bullfrogs in Stanley Park

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The American bullfrog — a notoriously invasive species that will eat almost anything it can fit into its mouth — is alive and well in Vancouver’s Stanley Park.

‘How can this be happening again?’: Lytton residents face another wildfire

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 02:16:46 GMT

Residents in and around Lytton are facing another wildfire threat nearly five years after the 2021 blaze killed two people and destroyed much of the village. The Saw Creek wildfire has forced new evacuation orders and alerts, bringing back painful memories for residents who rebuilt their homes.

Circus classes spark high-flying friendships in Nelson, B.C.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

In the remote mountain community of Nelson, B.C., a thriving circus scene is redefining what it means to belong. Through the stories of performers, students, families and teachers, this intimate documentary reveals how circus has become far more than an art form: It is a refuge, a creative outlet and a place where people of all ages can discover confidence, connection and community. From children overcoming fears to adults finding new passions later in life, participants share how circus has helped them embrace vulnerability, celebrate individuality and build lasting friendships. Indeed, those interviewed say that Nelson’s circus community offers a powerful example of inclusion and collective support.

Celebrations. Lineups. Ticket struggles. Is the FIFA Fan Festival worth it?

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

For some, the fan fest is nothing but joy. It's a special celebration that Toronto has the opportunity to host, bringing together global food, fandom and music. But other fans say the event has its issues.

Gabriola fire department says emergency preparedness on the Gulf Islands comes with unique challenges

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Gabriola Fire Department answered questions on Thursday night about emergency preparedness on the Island, and what would happen if there was an evacuation on the small island. The department had run through a practice scenario earlier this spring, and shared what they learned

Non-profit educates service providers on how AI, automation impact people with communication disabilities

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

In the age of AI, non-profit SPACE wants service providers to consider how automation impacts people with communication disabilities — and how they can make listening more equitable.

Out-of-control wildfire near Lytton, B.C., prompts evacuation orders, Highway 1 closure

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 04:18:50 GMT

An out-of-control wildfire south of the village of Lytton, B.C., triggered evacuation orders and alerts late Friday.

Critics slam government plan to 'bail out' sagging condo sector in B.C.

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 01:32:44 GMT

A plan by the B.C. government and Ottawa to buy thousands of vacant condo units and turn them into affordable housing is drawing criticism. Some call it a "bailout" for developers.

K'omoks First Nation chief pushes back on Poilievre's opposition to treaty

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 23:44:59 GMT

Federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre announced Friday that he and other Conservative party MPs will oppose the ratification of the K'omoks First Nation's treaty.

B.C. nurses reject tentative deal with province

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 22:37:53 GMT

Members of the B.C. Nurses' Union have voted to reject a tentative agreement with the province on Friday.

'This is our Serengeti': New study says more whales showing up in Vancouver waters

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 20:19:55 GMT

A new study says West Coast transient killer whales, also known as Bigg's killer whales, are now being seen in the inside waters of Vancouver Island for about 250 days a year on average.

Province approves underground expansion for Red Chris Mine in northwest B.C.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:21:21 GMT

According to the Ministry of Environment, the transition will help improve production and extend operations by more than a decade.

World Cup fans paint the town red in Vancouver celebrating team's 'monumental win'

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:23:34 GMT

Fans at B.C. Place in Vancouver and at watch parties across the country erupted in cheers after Thursday's historic 6-0 win, the first for Canada's men's team at a World Cup.

Access to free naloxone in B.C. preventing 4 out of 5 potentially fatal overdoses, report finds

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Thousands of people have died due to the toxic drug crisis in the decade since B.C. declared it a public health emergency. But a new study shows that many more could have died if not for the province's harm reduction efforts.

'Worst housing market in decades': Non-profit development association in B.C. cancels awards event

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The Urban Development Institute is a national non-profit association representing thousands of individuals in the development industry. It just announced that its 42nd Awards of Excellence has been cancelled this year.

BMO branch closure brings anxiety for some seniors in Prince Rupert, B.C.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

After June 19, the Bank of Montreal in Prince Rupert, B.C., will be closing its doors and customers will have to bank online or drive to the next closest branch in Terrace. But some seniors are expressing worry, concerned about the transition.

Ticket resale sites for World Cup, concerts face surge of complaints, demands for refunds

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT

After weeks of calls, emails and chats with virtual assistants, Kelly Mongillo of Barrie, Ont., ended up becoming another disenchanted fan facing the perils of buying tickets to high-demand events from resale sites.

B.C. cities want province to speed up e-scooter regulations

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:03:00 GMT

As injuries from e-scooters in British Columbia continue to rise, the provincial government continues to take an approach to regulations that many municipalities argue is too slow.

Canada wins 6-0 in critical World Cup match at B.C. Place

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:58:33 GMT

Carney announces $200M for new school, updated health centre in Tumbler Ridge, where mass shooting took place

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:15:43 GMT

Carney says $100 million will come from the province, and $100 million from feds. He also announced other major infrastructure projects in B.C., including $50 million for coastal communities such as Prince Rupert and Terrace.

Province commits $500K as 'first step' to saving popular lake in northeastern B.C.

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Inga Lake, a popular recreation site and trout fishery at risk of being decommissioned near Fort St. John, B.C., is getting financial relief from the province.

How the deadly 2021 B.C. heat dome permanently changed ecosystems

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

In late June 2021, B.C. and the Pacific Northwest baked under a heat dome that led to over 600 people's deaths and permanently altered ecosystems far and wide.

Social media ban or not, parents face dilemma over kids’ online safety

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Parents are on their own in deciding which — if any — social media platforms to allow, and how to balance digital safety with kids’ needs for connection and self-expression. There are, however, things parents can do. CBC News asked a mother and an expert to weigh in.

Prince George Spruce Kings likely to fold without new arena, general manager warns

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Benching the team in order for full renovations to take place would cost the team its spot in the BCHL, Spruce Kings' general manager says.

1st Surrey Police Board meeting since chief's ouster descends into chaos

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 01:52:44 GMT

The first meeting of the Surrey Police Board following the ouster of its former chief was marked by backlash from the public, who demanded transparency and answers weeks after the shock departure of Norm Lipinski.

Man sentenced to 8 years in prison after fatally stabbing teen on Surrey bus

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:05:36 GMT

Kaiden Mintenko was found guilty last year in the killing on April 11, 2023, of a 17-year-old youth on the 503 bus near Surrey Central station.

Initial probe finds 'electrical non-compliances' at B.C. water park where 12 kids shocked

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:37:23 GMT

A preliminary investigation into an incident at a B.C. water park that sent a dozen children to hospital on Monday has found multiple "electrical non-compliances" at the site.

Vancouver's beloved, aging Kitsilano Pool opens for the season amid uncertain future

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:43:24 GMT

Avid swimmers packed the lanes of Vancouver's Kitsilano Pool just an hour after the pool opened for the summer season Wednesday morning. But the pool's future is up in the air as local politicians must decide between three options for how to renew the facility.

Vancouver bar nearly drunk dry by FIFA fans as World Cup brings surge in business to Granville Street

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:08:09 GMT

Vancouver bars are rushing beer and staff to the front line of the World Cup's war on thirst.

Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Big House opens in a moment more than 60 years in the making

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The opening takes place more than 60 years after the two tribes, who are part of the Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw peoples, were amalgamated and relocated to the Tsulquate reserve on northern Vancouver Island from B.C.'s mainland.

Archaeology field school near Fort St. John reflects 12,500 years of Indigenous history

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

An archaeological field school at a national historic site near Fort St. John, B.C., is offering a look into 12,500 years of First Nations history, finding pieces of ancient stone tools and animal bones.

Plan to rename parts of highways running through Parksville fizzles out after report shows $2.15M price tag

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

A proposal to rename parts of Highway 19A and Highway 4A that run through Parksville, B.C., has come to a halt after city councillors reviewed a staff report suggesting it would cost businesses, property owners and residents a collective $2.15 million.

Fire-loving fungi are nature's first responders after wildfire, readying the soil for rebirth

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Within weeks of a wildfire, an orange crust coats deadwood and the charred forest floor, creating an otherworldly landscape that still seems to be smoking. But instead of continued destruction, it’s a signal of rebirth: tiny fungi are colonizing the wreckage.

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