Richter Street paving closures scheduled through Nov. 3 in Kelowna
Richter Street milling and paving restrictions are scheduled to run through Tuesday, Nov. 3, according to the City of Kelowna.
Rossland to hold inaugural council meeting November 2
The City of Rossland will hold the inaugural meeting of its 2026–2030 council on Monday, Nov. 2, at 6 p.m. in council chambers at City Hall, 1920 Third Avenue.
Salmon Arm RCMP say missing 56-year-old man found dead
A 56-year-old man reported missing on Friday, Oct. 30, has been found dead, Salmon Arm RCMP confirmed in an update issued Sunday, Nov. 1.
Rossland sidewalk beside Steamshovel to close Nov. 3–6
The sidewalk on the east side of Washington Street beside the Steamshovel is scheduled to close November 3–6 during construction on a neighbouring building, according to the City of Rossland.
Creston RCMP warn dirt-bike riders about public-road rules
Creston RCMP are reminding riders that dirt bikes and electric dirt bikes cannot be used on public roads unless they meet provincial licensing, registration and insurance requirements.
Three bystanders rescue woman from sinking pickup in Kootenay Lake
Three people entered Kootenay Lake and rescued a woman from a sinking pickup truck at Chahko Mika Mall on Saturday, Oct. 31, according to the Nelson Police Department.
More than 1,200 Highland Valley Copper workers strike; Teck reports reduced operations
More than 1,200 workers at Teck Resources’ Highland Valley Copper mine near Logan Lake walked off the job on Saturday, October 24, after negotiations failed to produce a new collective agreement, according to the United Steelworkers. Teck confirmed the strike and said the mine was continuing to operate at reduced capacity.
Cherryville Firewatch building completed with $120,000 community forest support
The Cherryville Firewatch Building is complete and operational following a $120,000 construction commitment from the Cherry Ridge Management Committee and support from donors and the Regional District of North Okanagan, according to an October 22 announcement from the district.
Whitevale water customers face possible outages Oct. 26–28 as boil-water notice continues
Some Whitevale Water Utility customers on Franklyn, Fraser and Banner roads may lose water service between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on October 26, 27 and 28 as construction work continues, according to an update from the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO).
RDCK applies to lease West Creston Ferry Landing for proposed regional park
The Regional District of Central Kootenay has applied to the Agricultural Land Commission for permission to lease approximately 1.2 hectares at West Creston Ferry Landing as it considers establishing a regional park.
Canadian woman feared crossing B.C. border for hospital care before death, son says
A Canadian woman living in Point Roberts, Washington, died at her home on October 18, days after a fall that reportedly left her needing medical attention
Nelson police and service groups to host youth substance-use forum Nov. 2
The Nelson Police Department is joining two community service organizations for a free public forum on youth substance use, drug trends and available support services on Monday, Nov. 2.
Ottawa renews $30 million in loans for women entrepreneurs
The federal government is renewing $30 million in funding for a national loan program that helps women start or expand businesses, with loans of up to $50,000 available through participating nonprofit organizations.
Canada reports more than 5,400 wildfires and 33,750 evacuees in 2026
More than 5,400 wildfires burned approximately 4.5 million hectares across Canada in 2026, forcing more than 33,750 people from their homes, according to an October 15 update from Public Safety Canada.
Federal budget to be tabled November 5 as economic growth slows
The federal government will table its 2026 budget on November 5, Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne announced October 20, as Canada's parliamentary budget watchdog projects slower economic growth and continued federal deficits.
Ottawa announces national heat-pump rebates of up to $10,000
The federal government has announced a new national heat-pump rebate program offering up to $10,000 to eligible lower-income households and $2,000 to other eligible homeowners to help cover the cost of switching to electric heating.
Federal government seeks feedback on changes to charity rules
Registered charities and other Canadians have until December 3 to provide feedback on possible changes to the federal rules governing charitable organizations, including registration, reporting and compliance requirements.
Ottawa announces new rules to reduce federal regulatory costs
Federal regulators will be required to offset $2 in new regulatory costs to businesses for every $1 added under a new federal directive scheduled to take effect December 31.
Kelowna reports structural and aquatic construction progress at Parkinson Recreation Centre
Structural steel and mass-timber construction at Kelowna's new Parkinson Recreation Centre is nearing a major milestone, while work on the building's swimming pools and mechanical systems continues, according to the city's October 20 construction update.
Canada's inflation rate rises to 3.1% in September as gasoline prices climb
Canada's annual inflation rate rose to 3.1 per cent in September, up from 3.0 per cent in August, as higher gasoline prices pushed up the cost of living, according to Statistics Canada.