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Vancouver faces a hotel accommodation crisis ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with warnings from developer Stanley Dee that the city lacks sufficient lodging for an expected influx of 350,000 visitors. Dee claims the shortage, exacerbated by a decade of stagnant hotel room growth, could lead to significant price hikes and lost revenue.
Reservations for the popular Berg Lake Trail and Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit in BC Parks will open at 7 a.m. on Dec. 2, 2025, for the 2026 peak season. Both adventures require reservations during specific periods, with the Berg Lake Trail showcasing breathtaking scenery and the Bowron Lake Circuit offering a multi-day paddling experience.
Several students sustained serious injuries in a grizzly bear attack in Bella Coola on Thursday afternoon, according to the RCMP. First responders and healers are on site, while local authorities advise residents to remain indoors until the bear is located. Previous bear attacks in the province have raised concerns about safety in forested areas.
The Vancouver Aquatic Centre will reopen Friday after a three-week closure due to ceiling repairs. Safety measures, including netting, were implemented and inspected by city officials to ensure patron safety.
Councillors from five Metro Vancouver cities urged the premier to reject a liquid waste plan, citing concerns over a lack of local council consultation. Richmond Coun. Kash Heed highlighted the North Shore Wastewater Treatment Plant's cost overruns as a precedent for inadequate decision-making. Metro Vancouver officials defended the plan, stating it complies with provincial legislation and incorporates public input.
British Columbia launches DASH, an online platform to expedite the construction of affordable housing, contributing to a 9.6% drop in asking rents over two years. Minister Christine Boyle emphasizes the initiative will help families and workers secure homes faster amid economic uncertainty. The province's efforts focus on reducing red tape and enhancing building processes.
The Vancouver Aquatic Centre will reopen after a thorough safety review and installation of ceiling netting. The City’s Chief Building Officer confirmed the facility's safety, and funding has been allocated for a new Aquatic Centre, with construction expected to begin in 2026.
The Canadian Taxpayers Federation criticized British Columbia's government for excessive travel spending, citing a recent COP28 conference trip to Dubai that cost over $18,000. They pointed out that more economical options were available, highlighting a larger trend of bureaucratic overspending amid a significant provincial deficit.
Four years after devastating floods in Abbotsford, the city reports slow recovery progress, with key infrastructure projects nearing completion. A local farmer, who lost nearly $2 million in damages, criticizes the repairs as insufficient and calls for more comprehensive flood prevention measures.
A multi-vehicle crash on Highway 99 in Delta caused significant traffic delays heading into Richmond on Wednesday morning. The left lane was obstructed, leading to backups reaching nearly Highway 91, though traffic began to pass on the shoulder by 7:45 a.m. Drivers are advised to use the Alex Fraser Bridge as a detour.