April 20, 2020

All Abbotsford Provincial Candidates Go on the Record on Business and Community Priorities

Abbotsford – With British Columbians heading to the polls on October 24, the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce and its community partners have released the 2026 Provincial Election Abbotsford Business Community Report, outlining where local candidates stand on the issues shaping Abbotsford’s economic future. The report features responses from candidates across Abbotsford’s three provincial ridings: Abbotsford-Mission, […]

No Surprise, Cultus Lake’s Reece Howden is on the Capital Power Canadian Ski Team Announced for 2026-27 Season

Calgary/Cultus Lake – No surprise, Cultus Lake’s Reece Howden is on the Capital Power Canadian Ski Team Announced for 2026-27 Season Competing across alpine, ski cross and Para alpine, these athletes will carry the maple leaf onto the world stage, representing Canada with pride as they race against the best in the world. The 2026_27 […]

Past Chilliwack MLA, Running for Re-Election Says – If Elected, BCNDP to Deliver MRI Machine in Chilliwack

Chilliwack (with files from BCNDP) – A re-elected BC NDP government will deliver an MRI machine to Chilliwack General Hospital, helping to address the community’s unmet need for faster access to vital diagnostic imaging closer to home. “People in Chilliwack deserve access to care in their own community and no one should have to travel […]

Now That The Local Elections Are Over – Have Your Say on the City of Chilliwack’s 2027 Budget

Chilliwack – The City invites residents to share their priorities and provide input as the City develops its 2027 budget. Visit engagechilliwack.com/2027Budget to learn more and have your say. Until November 8, residents can go online and participate in the 2027 Financial Plan survey. In the survey, residents will be asked to share their opinion […]

Cultus Lake Fire – Controlled Burn Exercise – Thursday, October 22, in Lot D Behind the Waterpark

Cultus Lake – Cultus Lake Fire want to inform you that the Cultus Lake Volunteer Fire Department will be conducting a controlled live burn for training purposes on Thursday, October 22, 2026, in Lot D behind the Waterpark. This exercise is a planned part of our ongoing preparedness training. Fire Dispatch has already been notified […]

Fireworks Ban in Abbotsford, Chilliwack

Fraser Valley – Fireworks are starting to go off in the Fraser Valley as Halloween approaches. Yes you can buy them on a reservation, however they can not be discharged in City limits. City of Abbotsford – The Hub Of The Fraser Valley – While fireworks may seem like a fun way to celebrate, they […]

A Chilliwack Parent Advocates for Vulnerable Missing-Person Alerts (INTERVIEW)

Chilliwack – Rachel Young is a mom of five living in Chilliwack. She has been reaching out because she would love to bring attention to an issue that’s very personal to her family. Her six-year-old son is autistic, minimally speaking, and at significant risk of elopement (wandering or leaving a safe place unexpectedly). Even with […]

Albertans Vote to Reject a Referendum on Separation

Edmonton (With files from The Canadian Press/CTV) – At 11PM PT, – CP NewsAlert: Albertans vote to reject a referendum on separation. Albertans have voted in a historic referendum. Literally a deja Vu from when Quebec held their 1995 referendum over leaving the confederation, Back then, in a tight vote, they said “non”. In 2026, […]

B.C. judge rules Abbotsford killers’ Charter rights were breached – Sentencing for 3 men who killed Arnold and Joanne De Jong in 2022 pushed to February

Abbotsford (Kier Junos · CBC News, Darryl Greer The Canadian Press) – A British Columbia Supreme Court judge says a section of the Criminal Code restricting multiple murderers from applying for early parole under the so-called “faint-hope” clause is unconstitutional. Justice Brenda Brown ruled on Monday that the section of the code prescribing 25 years […]

BC Conservatives Photo Op in Chilliwack – Leader and Candidates Address Volunteers – No Media Questions Allowed

Chilliwack – Lorne Doerkson, Leader of the Conservative Party of BC, joined local Conservative candidates Á’a:liya Warbus and Heather Maahs for a casual coffee meet-and-greet with party members and local supporters in Chilliwack, on Monday October 19. The location was only given to those who replied to an RSVP, although media was told, photos only and […]