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BC Premier updates on Bald Range wildfire growth
Premier David Eby reports fire has grown to 18,450 hectares amid a provincial state of emergency and looming thunderstorms.
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Conservation Officers Rescue Lamb From BC Wildfire Zone
A domestic lamb stranded in the Bald Range wildfire area of Summerland was saved by British Columbia officials.
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BC Premier David Eby Visits Okanagan Wildfire Evacuation Centre
The premier toured areas affected by the Bald Ridge wildfire and met with displaced residents in Penticton.
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Alberta Deploys Firefighters and Aircraft to Assist British Columbia
Alberta sends more than 200 firefighters and aerial assets to help contain more than 100 active wildfires in BC.
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BC May Transfer 300,000 Acres of Crown Land to First Nations
Proposed treaty settlements on Vancouver Island include Hatley Castle and downtown Victoria waterfront parcels.
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Tigres UANL Face Vancouver Whitecaps FC in Leagues Cup Match
The Liga MX side hosts the MLS club at Estadio Universitario in Monterrey for their third match of the 2026 tournament.
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Tigres UANL and Vancouver Whitecaps FC Draw in Leagues Cup Match
The match at Estadio Universitario ended in a 1-1 tie, forcing a penalty shootout to determine the winner.
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BC Municipal Candidates Face Diverse Encounters During Canvassing
From police calls to kitchen-table debates, candidates in British Columbia navigate the challenges of traditional voter outreach.
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Vancouver Island Firefighters Deploy to BC Interior Wildfires
Crews from across the island are assisting in the fight against blazes that have forced thousands of residents to evacuate.
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AbCellera Reports Positive Phase 2 Results for Menopause Treatment
The Vancouver-based biotech company saw its stock rise following a trial showing reduced hot-flash frequency and severity.
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Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks with Ideal Viewing Conditions
A new moon and clear skies provide a rare opportunity for skywatchers on Vancouver Island to view the annual celestial event.
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BC Wildfires Force Thousands to Evacuate Amid Severe Drought
Officials report explosive fire behavior as the Bald Range wildfire exceeds 17,000 hectares in British Columbia.
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BC Conservative leader urges action during Okanagan wildfire visit
The party leader visited Summerland and Peachland to assess the impact of the Bald Range wildfire.
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BC Bans Off-Road Vehicles on Crown Land to Prevent Wildfires
The provincial government will issue fines to violators while exempting emergency, agricultural, and industrial users.
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West Kelowna Orchard Opens to Wildfire Evacuees
Owner Jennay Oliver provided food, clothing, and flower fields for displaced residents during British Columbia wildfires.
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BC officials update public on wildfires and drought conditions
More than 100 wildfires are burning across British Columbia, leaving tens of thousands of residents under evacuation orders.
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BC Declares State of Emergency as Okanagan Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations
More than 20,000 residents flee the Okanagan region as the fast-moving Bald Range fire and other blazes sweep through British Columbia.
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British Columbia to Open Two Involuntary Care Facilities
Premier David Eby announces new approach to combat the opioid crisis through mandatory treatment centers.
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Non-Hormonal Menopause Drug Reduces Hot Flashes by 83%
Vancouver-based AbCellera reports promising mid-stage trial results as a separate non-hormonal pill gains FDA approval.
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Free Grocery Market Opening at Fairmount Heights Public Library
A new initiative in Prince George's County, Maryland, aims to combat food insecurity through a dignified shopping experience.
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BC Communications Officer Livestreams Evacuation During Bald Range Wildfire
Erick Thompson continued broadcasting real-time updates to residents while fleeing his Summerland home with his family.
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AbCellera Non-Hormonal Drug Reduces Menopause Hot Flashes
Mid-stage trial results for the Vancouver-based biotech company's experimental treatment show a significant reduction in symptom severity.
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BC Food Bank Distributes Meal Kits to Wildfire Evacuees
The Central Okanagan Food Bank is providing hundreds of meal kits to families displaced by wildfires in British Columbia.
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Severe Dry Weather Fuels Rapid Wildfire Spread in Southern BC
The Bald Ridge fire expanded to 50 square kilometers in three hours, prompting a provincial state of emergency and mass evacuations.
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Wildfires Force 20,000 to Evacuate in British Columbia
Rank-5 fires in the BC interior trigger state of emergency across the Okanagan Lake and East Kootenay regions.
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Ocean Wise Launches Underwater Livestream to Track Kelp Restoration
A new camera in Barkley Sound monitors efforts to revitalize kelp forests overtaken by red sea urchins off Vancouver Island.
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Summerland Mayor Says Community Impacted by BC Wildfire
One person died and 20,000 fled as an explosive wildfire destroyed homes in British Columbia over the weekend.
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Central Okanagan Food Bank aids West Kelowna wildfire evacuees
The volunteer-run organization is providing meals and grab-and-go boxes to residents displaced by fires in British Columbia.
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Tens of Thousands Evacuated as BC Wildfires Spread
Fast-moving blazes in British Columbia doubled in size overnight, prompting mass evacuations in Canada and the northwestern US.
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Canada Federal Government Pledges Aid as BC Wildfire Forces Evacuations
The Bald Range wildfire has burned more than 10,300 hectares, displacing up to 20,000 residents in the Okanagan region.
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Canada approves federal aid for BC wildfire evacuees
More than 20,000 residents in the Okanagan region were forced from their homes by a fast-moving wildfire.
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BC First Nations Chiefs Urge Canada to Halt West Coast Pipeline
The Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs calls on Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Danielle Smith to stop project advancement.
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Wildfire Forces Evacuation of Summerland, BC
Premier David Eby declares provincial state of emergency as the Bald Range fire spreads rapidly through British Columbia.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Attend David Foster Foundation Gala
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex joined the 40th anniversary celebration in Vancouver to support children with serious illnesses.
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BC First Nations Chiefs Call for Halt to West Coast Pipeline
Indigenous leaders urge Canadian and Alberta governments to stop pipeline advancement over climate risks and lack of consultation.
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BC First Nations Chiefs Urge Halt to West Coast Pipeline
Leaders warn that a proposed one-million-barrel-a-day project would accelerate climate change and exacerbate regional wildfires.
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Galiano Gold Reports $61.9 Million in Q2 2026 Earnings
The Vancouver-based company reported 23 cents per share while outlining a strategic growth path during its latest earnings call.
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Equinox Gold Raises 2026 Guidance and Dividend After Strong Q2
Vancouver-based miner reports $230.6 million in second-quarter earnings following merger with Orla.
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BC First Nations Chiefs Urge Halt to West Coast Pipeline
The Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs calls on federal and Alberta governments to stop plans for a million-barrel-per-day project.
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British Columbia Declares State of Emergency Amid Wildfires
Premier David Eby orders mass evacuations as fast-moving blazes threaten communities across the province.
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Calgary Wild FC Faces Vancouver Rise FC in Northern Super League Match
The inaugural season of the Northern Super League continues with a clash at Swangard Stadium in British Columbia.
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BC Premier declares state of emergency as wildfires spread
Tens of thousands are ordered to evacuate in the Okanagan Valley as fast-moving fires threaten multiple communities.
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Hiker Rescued After Three Days Stranded on Vancouver Island Cliff
A 25-year-old man was found alive in the British Columbia backcountry following a massive search operation.
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BC Court Rules Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment Laws Unconstitutional
A B.C. Supreme Court judge found that forced treatment without assessing patient capacity violates constitutional rights.
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Hiker Rescued After Three Nights Stranded on Vancouver Island Cliff
A 25-year-old man from Courtenay was found alive Thursday morning in Strathcona Provincial Park after going missing Monday.
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Edmonton Stingers Defeat Vancouver Bandits in CEBL Semifinal
The Stingers advanced to the Western Conference final after a 4-1 victory at the Langley Events Centre.
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Hiker Rescued by Helicopter After Three Days on Vancouver Island Cliff
A 25-year-old man was located and airlifted to safety after going missing on Monday in British Columbia.
Off Campus Actor Antonio Cipriano Enters Belmont Cameli Look-Alike Contest
The 26-year-old actor transformed his appearance to mimic his co-star during season 2 filming in Vancouver.
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BC Pear Lake Wildfire Prompts Evacuation Warnings
More than 120 homes have been damaged as a fast-moving fire threatens the south Cariboo region.
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Tech Expert Shares Laptop Recommendations for Back-to-School Season
Andy Baryer provides guidance on selecting student laptops to match specific academic needs and budgets in Vancouver.
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Human-Caused Wildfire Ignites Near Metro Vancouver
A blaze in Belcarra Park adds to approximately 115 active wildfires currently burning across British Columbia.
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Skull Ridge Gold Corp. Completes $122,500 Private Placement
The Vancouver-based company closed the second and final tranche of its non-brokered financing on July 31, 2026.
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SalesCloser AI to Automate Screening for Top Social Media Platform
Vancouver-based SalesCloser Technologies will deploy autonomous voice agents for a regional division of a top-five global social media firm.
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Cannabix Technologies Appoints New Auditor After Shareholder Meeting
The Vancouver-based company approved corporate resolutions during its annual general meeting on July 27, 2026.
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Grinder the Grizzly Bear Dies at Grouse Mountain Resort
The 25-year-old bear, rescued as a cub in 2001, died following spinal complications in North Vancouver.
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BC Court Rules Involuntary Mental Health Treatment Scheme Unconstitutional
The British Columbia Supreme Court gave the provincial government six months to reform laws regarding forced psychiatric treatment.
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Wildfire Ignites in Belcarra Park Near Metro Vancouver
B.C. Wildfire Service battles an out-of-control blaze that triggered a high-risk air quality warning for the region.
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North America Celebrates National Oyster Day
Restaurants from Vancouver to San Diego offer shucking demonstrations and discounted seafood to mark the annual event.
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Lightning and wind forecast threatens to worsen BC wildfires
A cold front expected this Saturday could ignite new fires and hamper suppression efforts across British Columbia's southern interior.
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BC Resident Flees Fast-Moving Bradley Creek Wildfire
Denise Harper describes the shock of fleeing her home near Vernon after authorities upgraded an evacuation alert to an order.