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BC Ferries anticipates worsening service due to an aging fleet, exemplified by a recent steering failure on the Horseshoe Bay-Langdale route. The provincial government has delayed the replacement of older vessels until at least 2029, attributing the setback to the COVID-19 pandemic and regulatory approval processes.
The British Columbia government is investing up to $11 million in four projects to enhance the mass-timber manufacturing sector, creating over 100 jobs. Funding will support companies like Spearhead Timberworks and Westlam Industries as they expand production capabilities amid U.S. trade uncertainties.
Thirteen new rental homes opened in Castlegar at Eagle Estates, providing affordable housing for families, seniors, and individuals, including those with developmental disabilities. The development features eight one-bedroom apartments and a five-bedroom staffed living space, supported by Community Living BC. This initiative is part of a broader $19-billion housing investment by the B.C. government.
A fire in East Vancouver closed East Hastings Street between Nanaimo and Lakewood Streets on Wednesday morning, displacing seven residents. Vancouver Fire Rescue Services reported that multiple businesses, including a restaurant and a butcher shop, suffered damage, while crews worked to extinguish the blaze that reignited after initial containment.
Twenty-five affordable homes in Kamloops will remain protected thanks to a $2.8 million investment from B.C.’s Rental Protection Fund. The acquisition by Connective Support Society ensures long-term affordability and stability for residents facing a housing crisis. Minister of Housing Ravi Kahlon emphasized the importance of preserving existing affordable rental housing.
Homicide investigators identified a woman found dead in Chilliwack as 37-year-old Chantelle Ruhl. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team is seeking information about her movements leading up to her death on April 21, 2025. Police urge anyone with details or dashcam footage to come forward.
A 17-year-old hiker died after falling from a 200-foot cliff near Bastion Mountain in B.C.’s Interior. The teen went missing during a hike with friends, and search and rescue personnel later discovered him unresponsive at the base of the cliff. The BC Coroners Service is conducting an investigation into the incident.
British Columbia's housing market faces stagnation, prompting experts like Brendon Ogmundson to suggest easing foreign buyer restrictions to stimulate construction. He emphasizes that increased foreign investment could mitigate affordability issues, as current mortgage costs consume 40-60% of household income. However, a recent poll indicates strong public support for maintaining the federal ban on foreign buyers until 2027.
A fire at a townhouse complex in Langley damaged multiple units early Tuesday morning, leading to the evacuation of 14 residents. One individual was transported to the hospital, and fire officials reported extensive damage with smoke visible across Metro Vancouver.
The Lifesaving Society of BC urges water safety following the drowning of a 26-year-old international student at Wreck Beach. Officials emphasize the need for swimming education, especially for newcomers to Canada, and highlight the dangers of natural bodies of water.