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Drivers face left-turn restrictions onto Steveston Highway from Highway 99 due to overnight paving work. The project lasts for about a month, occurring from 9:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m., requiring detours and additional travel time.
The Province of British Columbia and the BC Green caucus released a report on the primary care system, revealing that nearly 750,000 residents have gained a primary care provider since 2018. The report outlines investments and efforts to enhance healthcare access, with a commitment of over $672 million for 2025-26. A second report, set for release in fall 2025, will address barriers to expanding community health centers.
Highway 1 at Tank Hill will close overnight on August 7-8 and August 12-13, 2025, for concrete placement on a new overpass. Checkpoints will provide information on alternative routes, with local traffic accessing Gladwin via Nicomen River Road. Emergency vehicle access will remain open at all times.
British Columbia ended the fiscal year 2024-25 with a $7.3 billion deficit, $564 million lower than forecast. The province invested heavily in healthcare, infrastructure, and climate resilience, resulting in new job opportunities and child care spaces. Minister of Finance Brenda Bailey emphasized the government's commitment to improving financial conditions while supporting residents through economic challenges.
A new shelter, Roots on First, opened in Williams Lake, providing 38 spaces for people experiencing homelessness. Funded by BC Housing with $3.2 million, the facility offers enhanced services including daily meals and health support. This initiative aims to address the urgent need for shelter and promote community safety.
More than 16,000 British Columbians of South Asian heritage contributed to shaping a vision for a new provincial museum dedicated to their histories and cultures. The engagement, which included various community interactions, highlighted the importance of preserving and sharing diverse South Asian traditions. The Province allocated $500,000 to facilitate this engagement process.
Kitsumkalum First Nation announced a treaty ratification date of November 1, 2025, marking a significant step in their self-determination journey. Chief Councillor Troy Sam emphasized the importance of community engagement ahead of the vote, which will recognize the Nation's governance and resource rights.
Fifteen individuals will receive the Order of British Columbia, the province's highest honour, recognizing their exemplary contributions. The announcement comes as part of the ongoing effort to celebrate excellence within the community. The investiture ceremony is scheduled for a later date.
Eighteen individuals received the Medal of Good Citizenship as British Columbia celebrates a decade of honoring community service. Premier David Eby commended the recipients for their selfless acts of kindness and dedication to improving the lives of fellow residents. The medal, established in 2015, recognizes those who contribute to their communities without expectation of reward.
Unregulated drug toxicity deaths in British Columbia reached 145 in May and 147 in June 2025, with 69% of victims aged 30 to 59. Fentanyl was detected in 70% of cases, highlighting ongoing substance abuse challenges in the province.