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BC SPCA’s pet food banks seeing increased demand but fewer donations

The BC SPCA says ongoing economic uncertainty and the rising cost of living appears to be contributing to a decline in donations of pet food and supplies to their animal centres across the province.

Big crowds, lots of smiles, at McHappy Day in the Kootenays

There was no shortage of hungry patrons and happy customers at the Castlegar, Cranbrook, Grand Forks and Trail McDonalds...

Federal election candidates face off in public forum

Five of the six candidates running to become Columbia–Kootenay–Southern Rockies' next MP were in Cranbrook on Monday night for...

Provincial budget consultation team to make stops in the Kootenays

The province's Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services will make stops in Cranbrook and Nelson as part...

Rogers threatens to lock out unionized Kootenay workers 

Rogers Communications has threatened to lock out 26 former Shaw employees in the Kootenays who unionized in February 2024.  The...

Flu outbreak across Interior Health

Facilities in Cranbrook and Castlegar have joined the growing list of locations within Interior Health currently battling flu outbreaks. IH...

Record-breaking heat sweeps through the Kootenays

If it felt unusually hot in the Kootenays on Monday, it’s because it was. According to data from Environment...

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First Nations leaders setbacks in reconciliation should spur reflection this Canada Day

Canada Day this year comes amid a surge in national pride among Canadians, however, First Nations leaders across the province say Canada Day should also be an opportunity to reflect on the country’s colonial history.

B.C. weighs stripping tenant protections from supportive housing residents

A new working group is exploring the possibility of removing supportive housing from British Columbia’s Residential Tenancy Act in an effort to address safety concerns at the facilities.

Commercial logging isn’t happening in BC parks; says B.C. Minister

When it comes to commercial logging, BC parks are off-limits.

B.C. receives improved rating on interprovincial trade: CFIB

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business has praised British Columbia on making strides toward removing interprovincial trade barriers over the last year, but claims there’s still more work to be done. 

Majority of British Columbians optimistic about Canada’s future: poll

A new poll finds Canadian pride is surging as the country prepares to mark its 158th birthday on Tuesday.
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