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B.C. officials urge long-weekend wildfire caution as hot, dry conditions persist

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British Columbia is urging residents and travellers to take extra precautions this B.C. Day weekend as hot, dry conditions increase the risk of wildfires.

Are you registered to vote?

Provincial Kate Brown -
The next general local election is on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026. Now is the time to make sure you're registered and ready to vote.

Rainy weather not enough to dampen wildfires in B.C.

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Officials in British Columbia warn wildfires in the northeast and southwest are expected to persist despite rain and cooler temperatures this week.

A.I. wildfire images “add to the uncertainty,” warns BCWS

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The B.C. Wildfire Service said A.I. generated photos circulating online that seemingly show recent wildfires are not accurate.

Pistachio products linked to salmonella outbreak, 3 sick in B.C.

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A salmonella outbreak in multiple provinces, including British Columbia, has been linked to recalled pistachio products.

U.S. tariffs add pressure on B.C. manufacturers, despite CUSMA exemptions

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One industry leader said British Columbia manufacturers are “very concerned” about the effect of U.S. tariffs and are scrambling to ensure their products are compliant with the Canada-U.S.-Mexico free trade agreement. 
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Increased wildfire risk this August long weekend from lightning, dry conditions

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The B.C. Wildfire Service (BCWS) said the province is seeing a return to seasonal temperatures heading into the August long weekend, but increased lightning means the potential for new fire starts remains high.

Experts call on residents to help map B.C.’s biodiversity this long weekend

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British Columbians heading out into nature or just relaxing in their backyards this long weekend can use their phones to help collect data on the plants and animals they see. 

B.C. announces $200M for Cedar LNG project

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British Columbia is investing $200 million to support the Cedar LNG facility.

Seniors Advocate warns B.C. faces critical shortage in long-term care beds

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British Columbia’s Seniors Advocate says the province would need to spend more than $16 billion on new long-term care beds over the next 10 years to meet growing demand.
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Heat warnings issued for many parts of B.C.

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Heat warnings are in place for multiple parts of British Columbia, with temperatures expected to reach up to 37 degrees Celsius in some regions.

Eby calls for fair treatment on ferry subsidies

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Premier David Eby called on Ottawa to increase the federal subsidy for ferry users in British Columbia, after the federal government announced cuts to ferry fares in Atlantic Canada.
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