Fraser Valley (with files from Roger Pannett Environment Canada): Chilliwack record high max temperature for Thursday Feb 5 . 16.0 oC .( 9.7 oC above normal!) Previous high max for date, 13.3 oC in 1954. Unofficially, Abbotsford did not break a temperature record for Feb 5. The current record is 20.6C and Environment Canada says […]
Okanagan syilx Homelands, Westbank BC: The BC First Nations Justice Council (BCFNJC) is honoured to share that Xwĕ lī qwĕl tĕl, Grand Chief Steven Point has been appointed as a member of Council. Point is a former Lt Governor of BC and the father of Chilliwack Cultus Laker MLA Áʼa꞉líya Warbus. Point was appointed to […]
Fraser Valley – In a media statement from the BC NDP and just one day after Abbotsford – South MLA Bruce Banman announced he would run for the BC Conservative Leadership on May 30 (quoting Sunita Dhir (MLA): NDP MLA for Vancouver-Langara) : Bruce Banman’s record of support for the illegal convoy, climate change denial, […]
Abbotsford (Abbotsford Canucks) – The American Hockey League announced that forward Ben Berard has been selected to represent the Pacific Division as a member of its 2026 AHL All-Star Roster, presented by BMO. Berard will be Abbotsford’s sole representative at the 2026 AHL All-Star Classic, as defenceman Kirill Kudryavtsev is unable to attend due to […]
Orleans/Ottawa Ontario – Canadian cities seeking national exposure and an economic boost can now submit bids to host Curling Canada’s 2027–28 events. Curling Canada is seeking host communities for the 2028 Tournament of Hearts, the 2028 Brier, and the 2028 World Women’s Curling Championship, along with other national championships. NOTE: FVN reached out to the […]
Abbotsford – Cutting the cost on university text books? Where do I sign up? After years of dedication, two University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) educators are being recognized for their leadership in open education and their commitment to reducing textbook costs for students. Claire Hay, a teaching and learning specialist, and Martin Warkentin, UFV’s […]
Abbotsford – Political speculation ended on February 4 with the announcement that had been rumoured. Abbotsford South MLA Bruce Banman, former BC Conservative Party whip, will run for the leadership of the party on May 30, to replace the outgoing John Rustad. Banman has been the riding’s MLA since 2020, when he was with the […]
Cultus Lake/Milano-Cortina Italy – The 2026 Olympic Winter Games™ are Feb 6-22, 2026 while the Paralympic Winter Games™ are Mar 6-15, 2026. Many eyes will be on the mens and women’s hockey teams. However, locally, Recce Howden of Cultus Lake is on the Ski Cross Team. But you will have to wait a couple of […]
Fraser Valley – Sharing along the recently announced Fraser Health Above and Beyond awards. https://www.fraserhealth.ca/news/2026/Jan/WATCH-Celebrating-excellence-Congratulations-to-the-2025-Above-and-Beyond-Award-recipients Each year, Fraser Health honours outstanding individuals and teams who go above and beyond not only for those we serve in our communities but for their colleagues, too. The award categories – Innovator, Fraser Health Hero, Best Collaboration, Service Delivery […]
Vancouver – FEBRUARY 2 UPDATE from Ambulance Paramedics Of BC on social media: Voting starts today (Feb 2) for all APBC members! Let’s show our unity and prove to people that we are the frontline of this healthcare system, and improving the ambulance service is worth it. ORIGINAL STORY – With negotiations for a new […]
