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B.C. facing calls to restrict non-disclosure agreements in the workplace

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A B.C. legal advocacy group is urging the provincial government to ban workplace non-disclosure agreements in cases of gender-based violence.

B.C. consumer watchdog investigating StubHub over FIFA ticket complaints

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StubHub is under investigation by British Columbia's consumer watchdog following complaints from FIFA World Cup fans who say they never received tickets they purchased.

B.C. facing calls to restrict non-disclosure agreements in the workplace

Business
A B.C. legal advocacy group is urging the provincial government to ban workplace non-disclosure agreements in cases of gender-based violence.

B.C. consumer watchdog investigating StubHub over FIFA ticket complaints

Business
StubHub is under investigation by British Columbia's consumer watchdog following complaints from FIFA World Cup fans who say they never received tickets they purchased.

Carney, Eby say condo housing scheme is not a bailout for developers

Housing
Prime Minister Mark Carney and B.C. Premier David Eby are defending a plan to convert more than 2,200 vacant condos into affordable homes after critics called it a taxpayer-funded bailout for developers.

Researchers say B.C. lags on heat safety for workers, five years after deadly heat dome

Health
Five years after British Columbia's deadly heat dome, researchers say the province needs stronger protections to prevent workers from dying in extreme heat.
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U.S. air quality expert calls LNG Canada “a huge polluter”

Environment
Several climate and health advocacy groups are renewing concerns about LNG Canada’s Kitimat export facility following the release of new imaging showing emissions from the site.

CBSA reports major opium seizure at B.C. facility

Crime
The Canada Border Services Agency says officers at a Delta inspection facility seized 520.6 kilograms of opium concealed inside rolls of paper in January.

Eby to travel to China this weekend to pitch B.C. energy, goods and tourism

Economy
Premier David Eby is heading to China this week on a trade mission aimed at strengthening economic ties as British Columbia looks to diversify its exports beyond the U.S. market.

Virtual bail hearings in B.C. see success in modernizing court processes

Community
The province is marking five years since launching virtual bail hearings in the court system.
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B.C. expands program targeting repeat property offenders

Crime
The B.C. government says it will expand a pilot program aimed at repeat property offenders by establishing 12 new regional hubs across the province with a $16-million investment over two years.

Wildfire near Lytton eases overnight, but higher temperatures could increase risk

Emergency Services
Cooler temperatures and lighter winds helped crews gain ground overnight on the out-of-control Saw Creek wildfire near Lytton, allowing evacuation orders affecting much of the community to be downgraded to alerts.

Future of popular Princeton-area trail segments hinges on funding and maintenance plan

Community
Three popular sections of the Kettle Valley Rail Trail near Princeton could be repaired and reopened if federal funding is approved and local officials commit to long-term maintenance.

B.C. nurses reject tentative agreement with the province

Health
Members of the B.C. Nurses' Union have rejected a tentative contract agreement with the province, with 67 per cent voting against the deal, the union said Friday.
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Red Chris mine expansion gets the greenlight

Environment
British Columbia has approved a major expansion of the Red Chris mine, allowing the northwest B.C. operation to shift from open-pit to underground mining.

Signed, sealed and delivered: Canada Post and CUPW sign off

Business
Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers have signed new collective agreements, ending the bargaining process and providing labour stability through January, 2029.

New Tumbler Ridge school among projects in Ottawa-B.C. funding agreement

Provincial
Ottawa and British Columbia have reached a multibillion-dollar agreement to fund housing, health and transportation infrastructure projects across the province.

B.C. doctors group sounds alarm over growing specialist wait times

Health
A new survey by Doctors of B.C. and Consultant Specialists of B.C. suggests specialist wait-lists in the province grew by 10 per cent over the past year, with most specialists reporting longer delays and warning the system lacks enough physicians to meet rising demand.
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B.C. issues updated floodplain maps for dozens of communities

Emergency Services
The B.C. government has released new floodplain maps for 58 communities in three major river basins, saying the updated information will help residents and local governments better prepare for future flooding.

Construction begins on Revelstoke dam expansion

Energy & Utilities
B.C. Hydro says construction has begun on a sixth generating unit at the Revelstoke Generating Station, a project expected to add 500 megawatts of capacity to the province's power system by 2032.

Jets bring former Steam defenceman Tamminga back as assistant coach

Summerland Jets
The Summerland Jets have hired Bailey Tamminga as an assistant coach for the 2026-27 season, bringing the former Summerland Steam defenceman back to the community where he began his junior hockey career.

B.C. releases action plan to fix gaps in child and youth system

Provincial
The B.C. government has unveiled a plan to prevent vulnerable children and youth from falling through the cracks by improving co-ordination across ministries and services.
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South Okanagan transit leader recognized among BC Transit SuperStars

Community
A longtime Penticton Transit employee is being recognized by BC Transit for his contributions to public transit in the South Okanagan.

B.C. officials say drought conditions signal a busy summer wildfire season

Environment
Provincial officials are warning that ongoing drought and above-normal temperatures could make for a difficult wildfire season across British Columbia this summer.

Toxic drug deaths fell across Canada in 2025, but B.C. still had the highest death toll in the country

Health
Toxic drug deaths in Canada fell sharply in 2025, but federal health officials warned the crisis remains far from over.

B.C. mulling Site E dam and other new energy projects

Energy & Utilities
The B.C. government is considering reviving two long-dormant hydroelectric projects, including the proposed Site E dam on the Peace River, as it looks for new sources of electricity to meet growing demand.
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Universal free contraception coverage a “huge win” for B.C., say study authors

Health
A new study found B.C.’s universal contraception program has sharply reduced out-of-pocket costs for patients, with young adults seeing the biggest savings.

B.C. SPCA warns owners to leave pets at home as temperatures soar this weekend

Community
As temperatures in parts of B.C. are expected to climb into the low 30s this weekend, the B.C. SPCA is urging people not to leave pets in vehicles and is reminding the public how quickly animals can suffer in the heat.

Oliver awarded WIJHL expansion franchise for next season

Hockey
The Western International Junior Hockey League has approved an expansion franchise for Oliver, with the team set to begin play next season.

B.C. attorney general calls for swift passage of federal online safety bill, but wants stronger AI rules

Politics
B.C. Attorney General Niki Sharma said Thursday that Ottawa's proposed online safety bill is urgently needed, but falls short on regulating artificial intelligence chatbots.
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KVR corridor closure to remain in place due to safety hazards

Environment
The Kettle Valley Railway corridor between Summerland and Penticton will remain closed indefinitely because of significant rockfall, sinkhole and wildfire risks, according to the snpink’tn Indian Band and local governments.

National Range Day brings shooting sports showcase to Summerland

Community
Residents curious about shooting sports, hunting and firearms safety will have an opportunity to learn more when the Summerland Sportsman’s Association hosts a National Range Day event on Saturday, June 13.

OPP officer killed near Hearst, Ont

National
A 29-year-old OPP officer has been killed on duty in a rural area near Hearst. 

B.C. premier says Trump’s comments on CUSMA deal are “bizarre”

Business
Premier David Eby said Wednesday that Donald Trump's suggestion he may not renew CUSMA cast a shadow over a virtual first ministers' meeting.
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Flood-protection projects completed, underway across Okanagan

Environment
Penticton's Ellis 4 Dam has been upgraded as part of a series of flood-mitigation and climate-resilience projects across the Okanagan supported by provincial, federal and local governments.

Vancouver residents lukewarm on hosting FIFA matches, says polling

Business
A new poll suggests most Vancouver residents believe the costs of hosting FIFA World Cup matches outweigh the benefits, even as preparations for the tournament ramp up across British Columbia.

B.C. legislator calls for mandatory leave for MLAs facing serious criminal charges

Politics
A British Columbia legislator wants MLAs charged with serious criminal offences to step aside from their duties until the courts decide their cases.

ICBC adds online option for Learner’s licence knowledge test

Transit
British Columbians can now take the knowledge test for a learner’s licence online, a change ICBC says will make licensing more convenient and help reduce wait times at its offices.
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B.C. rents continue to fall amid sluggish spring rental market

Housing
Average rents in British Columbia fell 5.7 per cent in May from a year earlier, as the province lost its position as Canada's most expensive rental market to Nova Scotia.

Mediator appointed to 911 operator contract dispute, averting strike

Emergency Services
The B.C. government has appointed veteran mediator Vince Ready to help broker a new contract for more than 700 emergency communications workers, averting a planned strike by 911 operators.

Hotter than normal summer ahead for B.C., say federal forecasters

Weather
British Columbia is likely headed for a warmer-than-normal summer, with Environment Canada forecasting above-average temperatures across much of the province.

Whooping cough cases surge across Interior Health

Health
An unusually high rate of whooping cough cases in the Interior Health region has health officials reminding residents to ensure their vaccinations are up to date.
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B.C. added more than 25,000 jobs in May, says StatCan

Business
British Columbia added 25,200 jobs in May, reversing some of the losses recorded earlier this year, according to Statistics Canada.

Okanagan home sales steady as benchmark prices show mixed results

Real Estate
Residential real estate activity across the Okanagan remained steady in May as sales tracked seasonal expectations and benchmark prices showed mixed year-over-year results.

Penticton RCMP investigating arson at Green Avenue construction site

Fire
The RCMP considers the fire suspicious and are conducting a criminal investigation.

Penticton drug alert warns of highly potent opioid and tranquilizer mixture

Health
A drug alert has been issued in Penticton after testing found a street drug sold as Down, Dope, Tranq or fentanyl contained a potent mix of cychlorphine, medetomidine and other substances linked to a high risk of overdose.
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Federal action plan for forestry sector expected this week, as report warns of looming “existential risk”

Economy
The federal government is expected to release a long-awaited action plan for Canada's struggling forest sector within days, a senior official said Thursday.

Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy charged with sexual assault

Politics
The B.C. Prosecution Service said Peace River North MLA Jordan Kealy has been charged with sexual assault. 

LNG Canada contractors prepare for proposed Phase 2 expansion

Energy & Utilities
Contractors on LNG Canada’s first phase have been given the green light to begin preparations for the proposed Phase 2 expansion in Kitimat, B.C.

Penticton joins B.C.’s class action against ‘forever chemicals’ manufacturers

Municipal News
The City of Penticton is joining B.C.’s class-action lawsuit against manufacturers of so-called “forever chemicals,” as the province seeks to recover the costs of monitoring and removing the substances from drinking-water systems.
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Why young workers are being squeezed out of B.C.’s labour market

Economy
Young people in B.C. are facing one of the toughest job markets in years, with economists and business groups warning that youth unemployment remains stubbornly high despite recent gains.

Eby calls Findlay divisive, as B.C. Conservatives rally behind new leader

Politics
Premier David Eby says new B.C. Conservative Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay is focused on division, as he criticized policy positions she championed during her successful leadership campaign.
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