B.C. vineyards, orchards getting up to $70M for climate-resilient replant
"This $70 million replanting program should hopefully go a long way to getting growers of fruits in our province back on their feet," Premier David Eby said.
Canada
Mar 13
Invasive mussel program receives funding boost from BC Hydro
The province announced that BC Hydro will be investing into the program for the next five years, at $900,000 a year.
Canada
Apr 30
Downtown Nanaimo becomes post-apocalyptic streetscape for ‘The Last of Us’
The historic downtown core of the Harbour City has been transformed into a post-apocalyptic American streetscape for the hit HBO series 'The Last of Us.'
Entertainment
May 13
B.C. puts up $25M for plant to help boost local milk production
The British Columbia government is contributing up to $25 million toward the expansion of a milk production plant aimed at boosting the supply of locally sourced food.
Politics
Apr 23
Cost for B.C. to host 2026 FIFA world cup doubles, now pegged at up to $581M
The province is hosting a technical briefing for the media on Tuesday and will hold a live press conference at 3 p.m.
Sports
Apr 30
New East Vancouver brewery already struggling amid economic headwinds
Michael Hodgson launched Cowdog Brewing in March, taking over the East Vancouver location formerly operated by Callister Brewing.
Economy
May 10
Okanagan begins annual drought watch at Level 2, very dry
At Level 2, or very dry, the province says ‘adverse impacts to socio-economic or ecosystem values are unlikely.’
Canada
2 hours
3rd phase of ‘Alberta is Calling’ is underway, but is province moving too fast?
At a time when Alberta is seeing record-breaking population growth, some worry the province is moving too fast with its 'Alberta is Calling' campaign.
Politics
May 9
B.C. introduces legislation recognizing Haida Gwaii Indigenous title
The B.C. government says legislation formally recognizing the Haida Nation's Aboriginal title over the archipelago of Haida Gwaii was introduced in the legislature Monday.
Politics
Apr 22
Kelowna parking lot up for development courtesy of BC Builds project
A parcel of downtown Kelowna land could soon be home to a new selection of rental homes due to the province's BC Builds program, according to the province.
Canada
Apr 29
‘A huge deal’: International superstar Diljit Dosanjh in Vancouver to launch concert tour
One of the world's biggest international superstars is coming to Vancouver on Saturday for what is expected to be a record-breaking concert.
Entertainment
Apr 26
Pacific Coastal Airlines announces Kelowna-Comox route
Starting June 25, the airline said it will make the flight between Kelowna and Comox available between Sunday and Friday. It will be on a Beechcraft 1900.
Canada
Apr 15
Kelowna to host Canadian Country Music Awards in 2025
According to the CCMA, this will be the third time Country Music Week will be hosted in B.C., but the first time in the Okanagan.
Canada
Apr 16
Gas prices in Metro Vancouver drop 6 cents overnight, more savings Friday
Gas prices around the Lower Mainland dropped significantly overnight into Thursday and experts say more savings are on the way.
Canada
May 2
Canada’s tourism industry fights wildfire-related cancellations
A Destination Canada survey last spring suggested more than half of Americans planning a trip to Canada were reconsidering their plans.
Economy
May 16
Metro Vancouver gas prices fall, could dip further as Trans Mountain pipeline flows: experts
Petroleum industry analyst Dan McTeague told Global News prices seen earlier this week of up to $2.20.9 appear to be the "high water mark."
Economy
May 1
Alberta First Nations hope for new chapter as Trans Mountain pipeline enables record oil output
The $34 billion pipeline project from Alberta to the B.C. coast promises improved access to export markets for oilsands producers.
Features
Apr 30
‘If the Canucks are scoring, the drinks are pouring’: Businesses, fans buzzing for playoffs
The Vancouver Canucks still have one more regular-season game to play, but fans and businesses in the city are already gearing up for their Stanley Cup playoff run.
Sports
Apr 18
Beloved steam train in B.C. heritage town being parked for 2024
The review will include a mechanical assessment, a review of the safety system and operating practices.
Canada
Apr 14
Instant ‘karma’ for faceplanting thief who stole Nanaimo business’ sign
The comeuppance was captured on NY-LA Fresh Thread's security cameras on Monday, when two men stole the retailer's 100-pound sign.
Crime
Apr 25