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Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

Environment Emily Joveski -
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

Economy Emily Joveski -
British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

U.S. resident charged with helping coordinate Tumbler Ridge shooting

Crime
U.S. authorities have arrested a 30-year-old Washington resident in connection with February’s deadly mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge.

B.C. major party leaders prepare for live debate on Oct. 14

2026 BC Election
B.C.’s three major party leaders will face off Oct. 14 in the only televised leaders’ debate of the provincial election campaign.

Five Salmon Arm-Shuswap candidates in provincial election

2026 BC Election
There are now five Salmon Arm-Shuswap candidates in the provincial snap election.

Salmon Arm updates park rules, signage for dog owners

Community
The City of Salmon Arm has updated its park rule and signage to make it clear where dogs can be, either on-leash or off-leash. 
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B.C. Conservatives hold 5 point lead over NDP, says election poll

2026 BC Election
B.C. Conservatives hold a five-point lead over the NDP as voters firm up their choices, according to a new poll.

B.C Greens pitch tax on “extreme wealth” to raise $22 billion

2026 BC Election
The B.C. Greens are proposing new taxes on extreme wealth as provincial parties sharpen their focus on high-income earners.

B.C. NDP plans to resume seven paused long-term care projects if re-elected

2026 BC Election
The B.C. NDP is promising to restart seven delayed long-term care projects and expand health-care supports for seniors.

Eby emphasizes B.C. projects amid pipeline debate

2026 BC Election
B.C. NDP Leader David Eby said his focus remains on securing investment for British Columbia as debate continues over the proposed Pacific Link oil pipeline.
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B.C. Conservatives pledge $400M to buy water bombers in wildfire plan

2026 BC Election
B.C.’s three major party leaders pitched plans Friday targeting wildfire response, grocery affordability and artificial intelligence regulation.

Salmon Arm Mayor not to pleased with provincial snap election

2026 Municipal Election
Salmon Arm Mayor Alan Harrison said he was not too happy when Premier David Eby called a snap election.
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