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BC wildfires: concerns as lightning storms spark new fires

The wildfire situation in this province is ramping up with fresh worries the forecast won’t help crews battling flames on…

Evacuation order issued due to Shetland Creek wildfire south of Ashcroft, B.C.

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District has issued an evacuation order for a fire south of Ashcroft, B.C.The order was issued Wednesday…

No rain in sight for much of B.C. as hot, dry conditions persist

While you might be enjoying the sun and warm weather, the dry and hot conditions are complicating things for wildfire-fighting…

Long waits for BC Ferries route after vessel temporarily pulled from service

A mechanical issue on one of BC Ferries’ major vessels created long sailing waits Friday morning.The Queen of Oak Bay…

17 new records set, tied as heat hangs over B.C.

There’s little relief in sight as B.C. deals with another hot, dry day on Thursday.On Wednesday, Environment Canada said 17…

B.C. sees 37 one-day heat records fall ahead of cooler weather

July 9, 2024, was a record day for 37 communities in B.C., as they saw their one-day heat record fall.CityNews…

Two BC cities not named Vancouver see year-over-year rent increases

According to Rentals.ca’s latest report, rent rates in two BC cities have increased more year over year than Vancouver’s.Vancouver actually…

North Vancouver family stuck in Mexico amid WestJet strike hopes to return Thursday

It was supposed to be a fun, family-filled trip to Mexico to celebrate a birthday, but it’s turned into a…

Cost of living has immigrants considering leaving Canada

Coming to Canada for a better life doesn’t appear to be the reality for many new Canadians.A new poll from…

Hot weather to settle over B.C. bringing 30°C+ temps

After a cool and wet June, the weather is about to heat up for much of B.C., including the South…