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B.C. orders hot spring restored near Harrison Hot Springs, as new fence blocks off public use
The British Columbia government has ordered the restoration of free natural hot spring pools near Harrison Hot Springs that were mysteriously filled with dirt and boulders last fall. But even as the government says it's working with the nearby Harrison Hot Springs Resort to repair the stream, the community's mayor says...
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Redevelopment potential
Real estate ad implying six-plex for Third Avenue lot doesn't necessarily square with the City of Chilliwack
CHILLIWACK - A real estate listing for a single-family home on Third Avenue in Chilliwack suggests it could potentially accommodate up to six homes, but a spokesperson for the City of Chilliwack has confirmed a six-plex on the property would involve an OCP amendment and other requirements. According to the text of an a...
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Chilliwack public works project
Portion of major Chilliwack road finally resurfaced as construction project exceeds timelines
CHILLIWACK - Anyone's that driven on Tyson Road near South Sumas Road over the past year in Chilliwack has experienced a jarring ride to say the least amid ongoing public works and construction improvements to the area. But in the past few days, motorists have experienced a much smoother ride in both directions now tha...
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Massive fire just south of the border
Massive barn fire just south of U.S.-Canada border breaks out Sunday night, flames visible from Abbotsford
SUMAS, WASHINGTON - A massive fire broke out on a farm property just south of the U.S.-Canada border Sunday evening, sending thick pockets of smoke into the skies that were visible from Abbotsford. According to information posted to social media, a fire broke out in a barn at 4420 Jones Road in Sumas, Washington. The f...
May 26, 2025
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British Columbia

N.S.'s Lebanese entrepreneurs build a national presence, as Shawarma leads the way
HALIFAX - At a Mezza Lebanese Kitchen restaurant, Tony Nahas demonstrates slicing from a spit of roasting chicken much as his father did - with a razor-sharp knife dropping the aromatic meat from grill to gathering tray. But then he switches to what he calls the "newer generation's" tool: a humming, electric ...
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B.C. orders hot spring restored near Harrison Hot Springs, as new fence blocks off public use
The British Columbia government has ordered the restoration of free natural hot spring pools near Harrison Hot Springs that were mysteriously filled with dirt and boulders last fall. But even as the government says it's working with the nearby Harrison Hot Springs Resort to repair the stream, the community's mayor says...
9h ago
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B.C. health minister says about 6,000 on 'extended leave' from mental health care
VICTORIA - British Columbia's health minister says almost 6,000 people were on leave from involuntary mental health care in the province last week, pushing back against Opposition claims that the patients aren't being tracked. The status is known as extended leave, in which a person receiving involuntary mental health ...
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Chief Don Tom says 'era of trust' between First Nations and Eby is over if bills pass
VICTORIA - A First Nations leader says the "era of trust" with the government of B.C. Premier David Eby is over if two bills responding to American tariffs pass this week. Chief Don Tom of the Tsartlip First Nation in Greater Victoria says First Nations will do everything in their legal power to kill bills 14...
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B.C. man sentenced on drug, firearm charges triggered by silencers found at airport
VANCOUVER - A Nanaimo, B.C., man has been sentenced to five years in prison and a lifetime firearm ban after an investigation triggered by the discovery of illegal silencers at Vancouver International Airport. The Canada Border Services Agency says officers intercepted three firearm suppressors at the airport in 2022, ...
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Experts say linking Yukon, B.C. power grids a 'game-changer' but will take time
Experts say the potential linking of British Columbia's power grid with Yukon would be a game-changer for the territory's quality of life and economy, but realization would likely take more than a decade. University of Calgary professor Jason Donev says Canada's north generally lacks the electricity infrastructure take...
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Canada

Dr. Oz offers to relocate B.C. ostriches facing cull, but owners decline help
The operators of an ostrich farm in southeastern British Columbia say United States health official and former television personality Dr. Mehmet Oz has offered to save the birds from an impending cull by relocating them to his ranch in Florida. But Katie Pasitney, whose parents own the farm, says they aren't interested...
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The Latest: King Charles to read throne speech after parade wraps up royal visit
OTTAWA - King Charles will formally open Parliament today by reading the speech from the throne - a rare event for Canada's monarch. Before reading the speech, the King will take part in a short parade through downtown Ottawa alongside Queen Camilla in a horse-drawn carriage. The King and Queen will wrap up their royal...
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In the news today: Liberals' goals to be outlined in throne speech
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed... Government's priorities to be outlined in today's throne speech Prime Minister Mark Carney's vision for nation-building and economic growth is expected to form the main thrust of the throne speech when King Charles reads it today ...
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Canada faces 'massive challenge' as NATO eyes new 5% spending target: expert
OTTAWA - When representatives of NATO nations meet in The Hague late next month, they're expected to dramatically hike the alliance's defence spending target for members - the one Canada is failing to hit already. At the last NATO summit in Washington last year, allies lined up to call out Canada for failing to meet th...
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King Charles delivers the throne speech today. Here's what you need to know.
OTTAWA - King Charles will read the speech from the throne this morning, which sets out the government's priorities for the current session of Parliament. Here are some facts about this historic event. - King Charles III will be the first monarch to use the new throne in the Senate of Canada building. - There have been...
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Final day of King's visit will include parade, throne speech
OTTAWA - King Charles and Queen Camilla will wrap up their whirlwind visit to Canada with a bit of royal pomp today including a parade through downtown Ottawa in a horse-drawn carriage. The royal couple arrived in Ottawa Monday afternoon and spent time at a local farmers market as well as holding private audiences with...
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