Okanagan Latest News

• Carney’s trip to Armenia happening as Ottawa’s foreign policy aims shift, expert says

  Prime Minister Mark Carney heads to Armenia for a summit focused on Ukraine and trade, as critics warn Canada is shifting away from its democracy-first foreign policy.

  World

  14 mins
• ‘We need more answers’: Rally for N.S. missing kids 1 year after disappearance

  A Nova Scotia community is gathering Saturday to mark the one-year anniversary of Lilly and Jack's disappearance, and to call for justice for the two young siblings.

  Canada

  6 hours
• Gordie Howe bridge deal not yet finalized but talks ‘promising,’ U.S. ambassador says

  Pete Hoekstra spoke with Republican House Speaker Matt Hall and Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer earlier this week to provide an update on the negotiations.

  Canada

  7 hours
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• Toronto Raptor’s RJ Barrett sinks game-winning three-pointer

  RJ Barrett drilled a 29-foot three-pointer in the dying seconds of overtime as the undermanned Toronto Raptors staved off playoff elimination with a 112-110 win over the Cavaliers.

  Sports

  May 1
• Alberta oil pipeline ‘more likely than not’: Prime Minister Carney

  Ottawa may be leaning toward a southern route for a new pipeline as it would face fewer environmental hurdles and less Indigenous opposition, the Globe and Mail reported last week.

  Economy

  May 1
• Okanagan residents urged to be vigilant as warmer temperatures increase fire risk

  Outdoor enthusiasts are loving it, but with the warm weather about to heat up even more this weekend, there's a concern for potential fire starts.

  Canada

  May 1
• B.C. government wants feds to take lead on youth social media ban

  The B.C. government says it wants the federal government to take the lead on a social media ban for youth. But not everyone is convinced.

  Tech

  May 1
• Liberals want committees to be ‘open,’ minister says as Tories cry foul

  Since the Liberal government officially became a majority, its MPs have moved to go in camera at several committee meetings and moved to adjourn unilaterally in one instance.

  Politics

  May 1
• U.S. to withdraw 5K troops from Germany, Pentagon says amid Trump-Merz feud

  U.S. President Donald Trump had threatened to withdraw some troops from Germany after Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized the U.S. strategy in its war against Iran.

  U.S. News

  May 1
• Court restricts U.S. abortion access, blocks mailing of mifepristone pill

  A panel of the New Orleans-based 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is requiring that prescriptions of the abortion pill be distributed only in-person at clinics.

  Health

  May 1
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• B.C.’s rural criminal trials have a transportation problem, Supreme Court warns

  B.C. Premier David Eby said that a crucial role of the government is to ensure that people have access to key services, including health care, education, and the justice system.

  Crime

  May 1
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• CSIS says violent extremism radicalization becoming more complex to counter

  The agency's annual report said violent extremism 'continues to pose a significant threat to Canada’s national security and remains a critical operational priority for CSIS.'

  Canada

  May 1
• Canada Soccer to receive $9.8M in federal funding for training facility

  Canada Soccer will receive $9.8M from the federal government to help build a National Training Centre. The investment is part of Canada’s Build Communities Strong Fund.

  Sports

  May 1
• Myles Gray hearing delayed again until fall, 11 years after death

  A long-delayed public hearing into the 2015 police-involved death of Myles Gray has been postponed again until the fall as one of the officers seeks new legal representation.

  Canada

  May 1
• Shelter order lifted after NWT shooting, several arrested

  Police said no injuries have been reported and preliminary information suggests the incident was targeted.

  Crime

  May 1
• Japan zoo worker allegedly admits to throwing wife’s body into animal incinerator

  Police arrested 33-year-old employee Suzuki Tatsuya after investigators discovered what appeared to be human body parts in the zoo's incinerator.

  Trending

  May 1
• B.C. government banning ownership of exotic cat breeds

  The B.C. government says non-native cats can pose a risk to wildlife and public safety. Owners will need a permit by May 1, 2027, to keep their pets with certain restrictions.

  Canada

  May 1
• Carney: Canada won’t leverage energy, critical minerals in U.S. trade talks

  Carney said he wouldn’t describe those sectors as 'leverage' since Canada is not talking about stopping any sort of existing trade.

  Politics

  May 1
• Imperial Oil churning out more diesel, jet fuel as Mideast war drives up prices

  The war in the Middle East has all but halted oil shipments out of the Persian Gulf, making fuel products derived from crude more expensive and, in some parts of the world, scarce.

  Economy

  May 1
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• Kylie Jenner sued by 2nd ex-housekeeper alleging workplace discrimination

  The reality TV star was also sued by a former housekeeper in April, claiming she was subjected to 'severe and pervasive harassment' while working at Jenner's home.

  Entertainment

  May 1
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• Shippers ‘losing faith’ in CBSA tech systems amid ongoing outages, glitches

  Issues with the eManifest pre-clearance system for goods entering Canada mark the second major issue with CBSA technical systems in recent months.

  Canada

  May 1
• Canada approves 2nd generic version of semaglutide

  Canada is the first G7 country to authorize generic semaglutide. There are now seven other submissions currently under review for generic semaglutide by different companies.

  Health

  May 1
• Neither Norway nor Singapore: Decoding Canada’s new sovereign wealth fund

  Canada's sovereign wealth fund has been compared to resource-rich Norway's. But some economists say the two are nothing alike and differ in their goals.

  Economy

  May 1
• Air Canada ditches 2026 guidance, citing volatile jet fuel prices

  Air Canada is suspending its full-year guidance for 2026, citing 'volatility and uncertainty in relation to jet fuel prices for the second half of the year.'

  Economy

  May 1
• 1st-degree murder charges laid after 2 kids found dead in Calgary vehicle

  A 37-year-old Calgary father has been charged with first-degree murder in the deaths of his two children, whose bodies were found inside a vehicle on Thursday after he called 911.

  Crime

  May 1