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British Columbia encourages residents to support local agriculture through the Buy BC campaign, promoting locally sourced products. This initiative aims to bolster the local economy and connect consumers with regional growers and producers.
British Columbia expands youth substance-use support with 12 new treatment beds in Surrey for female, female-identifying, and non-binary youth aged 17 to 24. The Healing House will provide live-in care, therapeutic activities, and life-skills training, aiming to improve long-term health and well-being. Officials emphasize the importance of accessible, compassionate care for young people facing addiction challenges.
Community members can contribute to the Koksilah Water and Watershed Sustainability Plan through a survey launched by the Province and Cowichan Tribes. The survey, open until October 31, 2025, seeks input on local water needs and summer flow solutions. An open house will occur on November 13, 2025, to further engage the public.
The Ministry of Transportation and Transit plans to reconnect Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc lands to Kamloops following the destruction of the Red Bridge by fire. The initiative includes designing a modern replacement bridge and assessing transportation solutions while improving traffic safety. Public updates on preferred options will be available in spring 2026.
B.C. authorities launched a specialized task force to combat extortion threats targeting the South Asian community. The task force, comprising 40 members from various police agencies, aims to enhance investigations and coordination against organized crime. The Province allocated $200,000 for municipal police operations to aid in these efforts.
Drivers should prepare for a seven-week closure of southbound Exit 23 from Highway 99 to 80th Street, beginning today to facilitate the construction of the new 78th Street interchange. Access to Boundary Bay Industrial Park will remain available via Exit 20 and Ladner Trunk Road during this period. The Ministry of Transportation and Transit will notify the public of any further changes.
A coroner’s inquest into the death of Matthew Scott Causton will begin on November 12, 2025, at the Burnaby Coroners’ Court. The 32-year-old’s death in May 2020 was linked to the Lower Mainland RCMP Emergency Response Team, prompting a mandatory inquiry under the Coroners Act. The inquest aims to clarify the circumstances of his death and make preventive recommendations.
The John Horgan Campus of Royal Roads University opened in Langford, providing innovative post-secondary education options for local students. Premier David Eby emphasized the campus as a pathway to future prosperity, honoring the late John Horgan’s legacy as an advocate for education. The facility will serve 1,300 full-time students and features a focus on sustainability.
The Ksi Lisims LNG project, led by the Nisga’a Nation and partners, has secured its environmental assessment certificate. Expected to generate $16.8 billion in GDP over 30 years, the facility aims to export 12 million tonnes of liquefied natural gas annually, supporting local employment and economic diversification.
The PreVenture program expands to over 80 schools in British Columbia, offering young people tools to manage stress and prevent substance use. Health Minister Josie Osborne emphasizes the need for early support amid rising pressures on youth. The government invests $2 million annually to enhance mental health resources for students.