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Local transit advocates in Vancouver criticize the federal budget's decision to reallocate funds from the Canada Public Transit Fund to the new Build Communities Strong Fund. Movement's executive director, Denis Agar, argues that insufficient investment in public transit exacerbates the cost of living crisis.
Vancouver joins the C40 Cool Cities Accelerator to combat extreme heat, a weather hazard responsible for 489,000 deaths annually. Mayor Ken Sim emphasizes the city's commitment to creating a greener, safer urban environment through coordinated actions. The initiative aims to strengthen cooling solutions and enhance infrastructure resilience.
British Columbians may face two more elections this year as Premier David Eby threatens a snap election if the North Coast Transmission Line bill fails. The NDP, holding a one-seat majority, aims to capitalize on disarray within the B.C. Conservative caucus amid internal conflicts.
City Council convened on November 4 and 5, 2025, to discuss various finance and service topics. Key actions included approving a contract for the Arbutus Greenway intersection and appointing an operator for Little Mountain Neighbourhood House. The next Council meeting is scheduled for November 25, 2025.
The Government of British Columbia appointed judges Diba Majzub and Megan Olson to the Provincial Court, effective Nov. 24, 2025. Majzub will serve in Port Coquitlam, while Olson will be based in Smithers, enhancing access to justice in their respective communities.
In September 2025, unregulated drug toxicity claimed 158 lives in British Columbia, with 69% of victims aged 30 to 59. Fentanyl and its analogues were present in 84% of cases, with Vancouver reporting the highest number of deaths at 314.
Vancouver encourages residents to adopt catch basins to prevent flooding and maintain street safety. Currently, 7,900 of the 45,000 basins are adopted, with 33,000 still available. Mayor Ken Sim highlights the importance of community involvement in keeping catch basins clear during extreme weather.
Border agents at Vancouver International Airport seized narcotics worth over $69 million on September 3. The drugs, concealed in a shipment of car parts bound for Australia, included 319 kilograms of cocaine and 241 kilograms of methamphetamine. The investigation continues with the collaboration of the Canada Border Services Agency and the RCMP.
A woman sustained critical injuries after a vehicle struck her in Surrey at King George Boulevard and 40 Avenue on Monday evening. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with the police, who are seeking witnesses and dashcam footage. King George Boulevard is currently closed northbound, with southbound traffic reduced to one lane.
Surrey Police Service warns parents after a metal staple was found in a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup during Halloween. Officers are investigating the source of the candy and encourage parents to report any suspicious items.