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Rio2 Invests in Royal Road Minerals Share Offering

Rio2 purchased 10 million shares to maintain its ownership stake in the Vancouver-based company.

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Vancouver Approves Floating Spa on Kitsilano Waterfront

City council unanimously approves mooring a converted World War II-era barge as a hydrotherapy spa at Heritage Harbour Marina.

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Vancouver selects partner for Major League Baseball expansion bid

Mayor Ken Sim moves to bring an MLB franchise to British Columbia to boost the city's economic development and sports profile.

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German Utility Uniper Signs 20-Year LNG Deal With BC Project

The agreement secures 2 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas annually from the Ksi Lisims project on British Columbia's North Coast.

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BC and US Federal Government Agree to Maintain Northern Oil Tanker Ban

Premier David Eby and Prime Minister Mark Carney sign memorandum of understanding in Vancouver to preserve environmental protections.

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BC Wildfires Trigger Evacuation Orders and Alerts

More than a dozen new fires sparked by lightning and wind leave residents in Kimberley and 70 Mile House bracing for updates.

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Grouse Mountain Marks 100 Years With Centennial Festival

The North Shore resort in Vancouver hosted a week of entertainment and special offers to celebrate its century of operation.

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Vancouver Bandits Clinch Playoff Spot With Comeback Win

The Bandits overcame a 22-point deficit to defeat the Montreal Alliance 93-92 at Verdun Auditorium.

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Vancouver City Council Weighs Controversial 'Villages' Density Plan

A proposal to increase residential and commercial density in 17 neighborhoods faces public backlash over heritage and infrastructure.

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BC Resident Lost Home and Business in Thompson-Nicola Wildfire

Crystal Ann Smith describes the devastation after a fast-moving fire swept through southern British Columbia.

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BC Ranch Shelters Dozens of Horses During Wildfire Evacuations

Double Seven Ranch near Cache Creek opened its doors to nearly 30 horses as wildfires forced local families from their homes.

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BC Wildfire Destroys Home and Business of Thompson-Nicola Resident

Crystal Ann Smith describes the devastation after a wildfire forced her family from their property in southern British Columbia.

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BC Premier says US alcohol will not return to shelves

David Eby called President Trump's new tariffs "draconian" during a meeting of Canadian premiers in Prince Edward Island.

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Kamloops and Kelowna Open Shelters as BC Wildfires Spread

More than 130 wildfires across British Columbia have forced residents from their homes, prompting cities to provide emergency housing.

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Vancouver Approves Western Canada's Tallest Skyscraper

City Council greenlights a three-tower redevelopment project in downtown Vancouver, featuring a 79-story tower.

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New BC Coast Pipeline May Provide Smaller GDP Boost Than Forecast

A TD Economics report suggests clean-energy adoption could limit the economic impact of Alberta's new oil export project.

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Kamloops and Kelowna Open Shelters as BC Wildfires Spread

Emergency support services expand in British Columbia to house displaced residents as more than 130 wildfires burn across the province.

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BC Wildfires Merge, Forcing Evacuations in 70 Mile House

Pear Lake and Fiftynine Creek fires combined over the weekend, placing nearly 200 properties under evacuation orders.

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Vancouver Chinatown Hosts 24th Annual Cultural Festival

The free, two-day event celebrates Chinese culture and community in the city's historic Chinatown neighbourhood.

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BC Lions owner interested in purchasing BC Place

Amar Doman is reportedly seeking to buy the Vancouver stadium from the provincial government to secure control of the venue.

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BC Residents Ordered to Evacuate as Wildfire Threatens Clinton

Officials issued evacuation orders in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District as a wildfire exhibited extreme behavior.

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BC Wildfire Service at Capacity With Nearly 140 Active Blazes

Extreme weather and dry conditions drive province-wide fires, including a merged blaze near Clinton spanning up to 670 square kilometres.

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BC Hydro to Install 2,500 Public EV Charging Ports by 2035

The British Columbia utility aims to reduce driver range anxiety and increase electric vehicle adoption across the province.

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Minnesota United and Vancouver Whitecaps Play to Scoreless Draw

Vancouver goalkeeper Takaoka records seventh shutout of the season in 0-0 tie against Minnesota United.

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Seven Grey Whales Found Dead Off Vancouver Island

Marine officials report a series of whale deaths along the coast of British Columbia in 2026.

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BC Nurses End Strike After Accepting Mediator Recommendations

The bargaining association representing 55,000 nurses will move to binding arbitration to resolve wage disputes.

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Pear Lake Wildfire Forces Evacuations in Clinton, BC

Residents fled the community late Friday as a fast-growing wildfire threatened homes and livestock.

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British Columbia adds 5,000 trades training seats on Vancouver Island

The provincial government is expanding capacity at a mid-island college to support major projects and retain skilled workers.

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BC Motorcyclist Receives Six-Month Ban After Highway Wheelie

A rider in Squamish faces more than $2,800 in fines after weaving through traffic and performing a stunt in front of police.

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Air Quality and Heat Alerts Issued for BC and Prairie Provinces

Wildfires in British Columbia and a regional heat wave have triggered health alerts across Western Canada.

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Vancouver Bandits Defeat Winnipeg Sea Bears to Extend Winning Streak

The Vancouver Bandits maintained their undefeated start to the CEBL season with a victory at the Canada Life Centre.

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Metro Vancouver Deploys Goats for Urban Vegetation Management

Municipal crews and contractors are using goats as an eco-friendly alternative to gas-powered weed eaters in British Columbia.

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BC Wildfires Trigger Evacuation Alerts for Kimberley and Clinton

Residents in two British Columbia communities are on alert as the Matthew Creek and Fiftynine Creek wildfires advance.

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BC Hydro Records New Summer Electricity Demand Peak

Extreme heat across British Columbia drove residents to air conditioning, pushing provincial power usage to an all-time summer high.

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FC Cincinnati Beats Vancouver Whitecaps 4-3

A seven-goal thriller at TQL Stadium sees FC Cincinnati edge out the Western Conference leaders.

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Lost stuffed donkey reunited with 5-year-old owner on BC Ferries

Staff on the Salish Raven used social media to locate the owner of a pink stuffed donkey left during a sailing

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BC Ferries locates lost pink stuffed donkey for five-year-old boy

Crew members on the Salish Raven ferry launched a search to return a lost toy to its owner after a sailing from Swartz Bay.

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Wildfire Forces Evacuation of Boston Bar, BC

A fast-moving fire south of the community has prompted officials to order all residents to leave the area immediately.

Belmont Cameli Stars in TRESemmé Campaign Video

The "Off Campus" actor appears in a shower scene for the brand's Hot Curl Summer promotion while filming in Vancouver.

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Jessica De Filippo Golden Boot Contender for Vancouver Rise

The striker is securing key victories for Vancouver Rise in the Northern Super League with decisive scoring performances.

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Vancouver Bandits Face Calgary Surge in CEBL Matchup

Western Conference rivals meet at the WinSport Event Centre for a Canadian Elite Basketball League regular-season game.

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Rescued Donkey Finds New Herd on Vancouver Island

Formerly known as Eeyore, a solitary donkey renamed Earl is thriving at a British Columbia sanctuary with a yoga ball.

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BC Officials Warn of Significant Wildfire Risk Due to Drought

Provincial ministers and wildfire services warn that extreme dryness and lightning have created a high risk of major fire events.

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Hiker and Dogs Rescued by Helicopter in BC Mountains

Aggressive behavior from two dogs forced rescuers to use an aircraft for an extraction near Lions Bay.

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Enbridge begins construction on $4B natural gas pipeline expansion in BC

The Sunrise Expansion project aims to boost Canadian energy security and regional economic growth through 2028.

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Kimberley, BC Placed Under Evacuation Alert Due to Wildfire

Strong winds drive an out-of-control fire toward the town, leaving up to 9,000 residents on alert.

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Evacuation alert issued for Kimberley, BC, due to wildfire

The Matthew Creek wildfire, ignited by lightning, threatens a community of approximately 8,000 to 9,000 residents.

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BC Hydro to build first utility-scale battery storage facility

The 100-megawatt project near Duncan aims to increase grid flexibility and meet rising electricity demand on Vancouver Island.

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Vancouver Hosts 2026 FIFA World Cup with Massive Crowds

B.C. Place drew more than 52,000 fans as Vancouver hosted matches and citywide viewings for the international tournament.

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BC Rescuers Warn Against Using Google Maps for Hiking

Lions Bay Search and Rescue cautions that inaccurate app estimates can leave hikers lost and exhausted in the backcountry.

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Kimberley, BC Placed Under Evacuation Alert Due to Wildfire

An out-of-control blaze burning west of the community threatens approximately 9,000 residents.

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Pemberton Wildfire Downgraded to Held Status

BC Wildfire Service lifts evacuation alerts for Signal Hill fire, though smoke continues to impact air quality

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Majority of Canadians Support Alberta-to-BC Pipeline Proposal

An Angus Reid Institute poll shows 63% of Canadians back the new energy project, though some support remains conditional.

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BC Utilities Commission Probes Fuel Prices in Two Regions

Investigations launched into Kamloops and the Sea-to-Sky corridor following reports of higher pump prices than neighboring areas.

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Lightning Strikes Spark Surge of Wildfires in Southern BC

British Columbia Minister of Forests Ravi Parma said lightning remains the primary cause of the province's forest fires.

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Vancouver Rise Defeat AFC Toronto 3-0 in Northern Super League Match

Vancouver Rise secured a victory after scoring three goals in the first 11 minutes of play on Saturday.

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BC Hydro Reports Site C Project Costs Reach $14.9 Billion

The John Horgan Dam and Generating Station is projected to stay within its $16 billion budget as construction winds down.

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Ryan Hurst Exits God of War Series After On-Set Injury

Prime Video recasts the role of Kratos after the actor suffered a serious bicep injury during a stunt in Vancouver.

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Crews Battle Wind-Driven Wildfire in Pemberton, BC

Firefighters worked through the night as evacuation orders remained in effect for the British Columbia community.

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Vancouver Couple Maintains Decades-Long Morning Ritual

A couple in British Columbia continues a shared bonding activity that has spanned more than 20 years.