Vancouver – BC nurses have issued 72-hour strike notice following the rejection of a tentative agreement reached between the Nurses’ Bargaining Association (NBA) and health employers, marking a significant escalation in nurses’ fight for meaningful improvements to the profession. The decision follows one of the most powerful displays of member unity in BCNU’s history. Between […]
Victoria/Fraser Valley – From the BC Conservative media release – On Monday June 29, Kerry-Lynne Findlay, Leader of the Conservative Party of B.C., announced the new leadership team for the B.C. Conservative Caucus: “We are building a big tent party where British Columbians from all walks of life who want to restore our prosperity and […]
Abbotsford – Benjamin Mehrer, lifelong Abbotsford resident is the latest candidate for School Board Trustee. Benjamin Mehrer is a lifelong Abbotsford resident, UFV graduate, and community leader committed to helping students succeed. Raised by a single mother and educated in Abbotsford schools, he understands the importance of strong public education. As a Market People Manager […]
Vancouver/Buffalo/Chilliwack (with files from Chilliwack Chiefs/Black Press) – From the Chiefs – Congratulations to Chiefs alumni Caleb Malhotra on being selected 3rd overall by the Vancouver Canucks in the 2026 NHL Draft (in Buffalo) ! We can’t wait to see what the future holds for you! Congrats, Caleb! Caleb Malhotra was from the Brantford Bulldogs […]
Abbotsford – After 18 years of serving the community as an elected School Trustee, Preet Rai has announced that he will seek a seat on Abbotsford City Council in the 2026 municipal election. Trustee Rai brings nearly two decades of experience in public service, governance, financial oversight, and community leadership. Topping the polls in the […]
Fraser Valley – Fresh off a first-place finish at the 2026 WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup Group Stage in Czechia, Team Canada has announced its roster for the 2026 Canada Cup International Softball Championship, set to take place July 6th-12th at Softball City in Surrey. The Canadian Women’s National Team secured qualification for the 2027 […]
Victoria – Dr. Bonnie Henry, BC provincial health officer, has issued the following statement acknowledging the fifth anniversary of the 2021 heat dome: “As we experience the first heat of this summer, we are reminded of the tragic event in 2021 when more than 600 people in our communities died as a result of unprecedented extreme […]
Vancouver/Surrey/Abbotsford – A coordinated investigation involving Task Force partners has resulted in a man being charged and arrested. On August 10, 2025, a member of the Metro Vancouver Transit Police (MVTP) conducted a proactive traffic stop while on patrol in Surrey. As a result of the stop, two loaded handguns were located inside the vehicle. […]
Chilliwack – The 2026 Imagine High Annual Exhibition of Learning was Tuesday June 23, on the Chilliwack campus. From Science, to art, to Language, to Indigenous History, it ran the gamut. • Student-designed video games• Original short films• Human rights art installations• Climate action projects• Photography portfolios• Concert band performances• Woodworking and design projects• Textile […]
Chilliwack Roger Pannett ( Chilliwack volunteer weather observer & storm watcher for Environment & Climate change Canada.) – June 22/26. – Record high maximum : 33.0 C. ( 12.0 C above normal with relative humidity down at a very drying 15%) Since 1881, previous high maximum:- 32.8 C June 22nd 1958.
