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      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Drivers in Esquimalt can expect traffic disruptions, closures for 2 sporting events this weekend",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/drivers-in-esquimalt-can-expect-traffic-disruptions-closures-for-2-sporting-events-this-weekend-1331539/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:45:00 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T13:45:00+00:00",
      "description": "A racer strides to the finish at the Triathlon of Compassion. (Triathlon of Compassion Instagram) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-Blank-background-for-pictures-25.png?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1\" /> Drivers can expect traffic delays and temporary road closures in Esquimalt for the CFB Esquimalt Navy Run and the Triathlon of Compassion taking place Saturday and Sunday respectively. The post Drivers in Esquimalt can expect traffic disruptions, closures for 2 sporting events this weekend appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Access to free naloxone in B.C. preventing 4 out of 5 potentially fatal overdoses, report finds",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/naloxone-bc-overdose-9.7239347?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T13:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "Thousands of people have died due to the toxic drug crisis in the decade since B.C. declared it a public health emergency. But a new study shows that many more could have died if not for the province's harm reduction efforts."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "'Worst housing market in decades': Non-profit development association in B.C. cancels awards event",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/b-c-development-association-cancels-awards-citing-worst-housing-market-in-decades-9.7241275?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T12:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "The Urban Development Institute is a national non-profit association representing thousands of individuals in the development industry. It just announced that its 42nd Awards of Excellence has been cancelled this year."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "BMO branch closure brings anxiety for some seniors in Prince Rupert, B.C.",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/bmo-branch-closure-prince-rupert-9.7240953?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T11:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "After June 19, the Bank of Montreal in Prince Rupert, B.C., will be closing its doors and customers will have to bank online or drive to the next closest branch in Terrace. But some seniors are expressing worry, concerned about the transition."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Frank Stronach found guilty on charges related to 2 women",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/06/19/judge-to-deliver-ruling-today-in-frank-stronachs-sexual-assault-trial/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:00:12 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T08:00:12+00:00",
      "description": "Billionaire businessman Frank Stronach, who was accused of sexually assaulting several women decades ago, has been found guilty of sexual assault and indecent assault. Stronach, who is 93, pleaded not guilty to 12 charges stemming from alleged incidents involving seven complainants. The trial started in February, and by the time arguments wrapped up in April, […]"
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Ticket resale sites for World Cup, concerts face surge of complaints, demands for refunds",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/resale-websites-cancel-tickets-world-cup-springsteen-9.7239938?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 04:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T08:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "After weeks of calls, emails and chats with virtual assistants, Kelly Mongillo of Barrie, Ont., ended up becoming another disenchanted fan facing the perils of buying tickets to high-demand events from resale sites."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Carney government passes law allowing authorization of banned pesticides",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/bill-c-30-changes-pesticide-use-pest-control-products-act-9.7240832?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 04:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T08:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "The federal government has brought in major changes to how pesticides are regulated in Canada, granting cabinet the power to authorize the use of pesticides — even ones that Health Canada has deemed unsafe."
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    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Talks between the U.S. and Iran called off because of fighting in Lebanon, officials say",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/06/18/talks-between-the-u-s-and-iran-called-off-because-of-fighting-in-lebanon-officials-say/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 05:14:52 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T05:14:52+00:00",
      "description": "Talks between the U.S. and Iran were called off Friday after intense fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, officials said, raising questions about an initial agreement to end the war in Iran. Iranian officials didn’t travel as planned to Switzerland, insisting that the fighting in Lebanon must stop before the talks can take […]"
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Some Vancouver businesses struggling during FIFA World Cup",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11912520/vancouver-businesses-struggling-fifa-world-cup/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 03:24:56 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T03:24:56+00:00",
      "description": "Bao Bei restaurant on Keefer Street told Global News that it has seen a 30-per cent drop in business from the same time last year."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Rutland’s ‘Blue Shirts’ return to support businesses, community",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11912558/rutlands-blue-shirts-return-support-businesses-community/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 03:22:27 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T03:22:27+00:00",
      "description": "Business owners say they're tired of dealing with theft, disorder and makeshift camps a community patrol program known as the \"Blue Shirts\" is making a comeback"
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "World Cup fans in Victoria, Vancouver painting the town red after Canada gorges on goals",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/world-cup-fans-in-victoria-vancouver-painting-the-town-red-after-canada-gorges-on-goals-1331632/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 02:15:33 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T02:15:33+00:00",
      "description": "(CHEK News) Victoria fans take in the Team Canada victory at the World Cup. \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-Blank-background-for-pictures-82.png?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1\" /> It's party time for World Cup fans on Vancouver Island and in Vancouver Canada gorged on six goals against Qatar in BC Place Stadium. The post World Cup fans in Victoria, Vancouver painting the town red after Canada gorges on goals appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Snuneymuxw First Nation saves young salmon as Nanaimo River side channels dry up",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/snuneymuxw-first-nation-saves-young-salmon-as-nanaimo-river-side-channels-dry-up-1331614/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:51:25 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T01:51:25+00:00",
      "description": "Coho salmon smolts being released in the Nanaimo River June 18, 2026 after their rescue \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Salmon-Release.jpg?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1\" /> Teams of conservationists and Snuneymuxw First Nation members are racing against warming temperatures as they rescue young salmon from the Nanaimo River that's drying up at an alarming rate. The post Snuneymuxw First Nation saves young salmon as Nanaimo River side channels dry up appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Hundreds of residents still without water in East Kootenay community of Elkford",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/water-elkford-9.7240869?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:30:54 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T01:30:54+00:00",
      "description": "The District of Elkford says it could be another four or five days before water is restored to the neighbourhood of Uptown."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Black bears everywhere but no increase in human conflicts: BCCOS",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/black-bears-everywhere-but-no-increase-in-human-conflicts-bccos-1331603/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:07:06 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T01:07:06+00:00",
      "description": "A black bear spotted at Crown Isle in the Comox Valley (Submitted to CHEK) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/image-6-1.png?fit=780%2C372&ssl=1\" /> One of the many bear videos being posted around the Comox Valley was one recorded Sunday June 14 as a black bear sauntered in front of the large Crown Isle sign at Ryan Road and Anderton Avenue. The post Black bears everywhere but no increase in human conflicts: BCCOS appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Head-on collision caused by impaired driver in Lake Country",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/06/18/lake-country-rcmp-collision/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:05:22 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T01:05:22+00:00",
      "description": "Lake Country RCMP responded to a two-vehicle collision on Glenmore Road and Shanks Road on June 16, around 9 p.m."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "B.C. cities want province to speed up e-scooter regulations",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/bc-escooters-regulations-pilot-9.7241084?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:03:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T01:03:00+00:00",
      "description": "As injuries from e-scooters in British Columbia continue to rise, the provincial government continues to take an approach to regulations that many municipalities argue is too slow."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "B.C. approves block-caving for Red Chris Mine, site where three workers were trapped",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/06/18/b-c-approves-block-caving-for-red-chris-mine/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:30:16 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T00:30:16+00:00",
      "description": "The British Columbia government has approved an amended environment assessment certificate for block-caving at the Red Chris Mine, the same site where three workers were trapped last July."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "More whales in Vancouver? Researchers say we have ‘great grub’",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/06/18/more-whales-off-vancouver-coast/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:19:26 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-19T00:19:26+00:00",
      "description": "You aren't seeing things - there are more whales visiting Vancouver waters and researchers say it is due to the season, \"great grub,\" and conservation successes."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Saanich council approves Quadra McKenzie development plan",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/saanich-council-approves-quadra-mckenzie-development-plan-1331596/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 23:51:44 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T23:51:44+00:00",
      "description": "The planning started in 2023 for Saanich's Quadra McKenzie plan. More than three years later, Saanich council voted in favour of it at the end of a five hour public hearing. The post Saanich council approves Quadra McKenzie development plan appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "E-scooter rider hospitalized in Prince George, RCMP warn against 'cavalier' use of devices",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/e-scooter-prince-george-injury-9.7241024?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:44:31 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T23:44:31+00:00",
      "description": "An e-scooter rider was taken to hospital in Prince George after being hit by a semi-truck at a busy intersection, RCMP say. The injury comes as police are warning about an uptick in traffic incidents involving the devices."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Victoria taxpayers paying $3K monthly for Pandora fencing",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/victoria-taxpayers-paying-3k-monthly-for-pandora-fencing-1331567/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 23:32:41 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T23:32:41+00:00",
      "description": "For nearly two years fencing has been up on the 900-block of Pandora Avenue, costing taxpayers nearly $63,000 and counting. (CHEK News) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-Blank-background-for-pictures-81.png?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1\" /> For nearly two years fencing has been up on the 900-block of Pandora Avenue, costing taxpayers nearly $63,000 and counting. The post Victoria taxpayers paying $3K monthly for Pandora fencing appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "7th annual Nanaimo night market kicks off for the summer",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/nanaimo-night-market-9.7240927?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:31:46 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T23:31:46+00:00",
      "description": "Nanaimo's 7th annual Commercial Street Night Market kicks off for the summer on Thursday, drawing thousands of people downtown each week."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "5 Vancouver beaches closed to swimming due to high E. coli levels",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/vancouver-beaches-e-coli-9.7240994?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:30:07 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T23:30:07+00:00",
      "description": "Five Vancouver beaches are now closed to swimmers after water sampling revealed high levels of E. coli bacteria, officials say."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Surrey Police Board starts financial review of police for 2027 budget",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/06/18/surrey-police-board-budget/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:46:05 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T22:46:05+00:00",
      "description": "The Surrey Police Board announced that it has started a financial review of the Surrey Police Service for the 2027 budget."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Fernie’s bear-resistant bins were meant to keep wildlife away. Now they’re under review",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/fernie-bear-bins-under-review-9.7239680?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:37:24 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T22:37:24+00:00",
      "description": "Fernie, B.C., is asking residents to take a survey on the future of its bear-resistant community garbage bins, as the city says overflowing garbage, illegal dumping and wildlife concerns mean the service can’t continue as it is."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "The House of Commons is on its summer break — here’s a list of the bills it passed",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/the-house-of-commons-is-on-its-summer-break-heres-a-list-of-the-bills-it-passed-1331550/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:30:00 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T22:30:00+00:00",
      "description": "The Canadian flag blows on the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/b5c7216803c508a374ee6fbe34bd224ec1d48a62f70ebcedcb70d4e955c285ca-e1781819658743.jpg?fit=780%2C440&ssl=1\" /> As the House of Commons rose Thursday for its summer break, the federal government touted all the legislation it passed over the preceding months, while the opposition Conservatives maintained not enough got done. The post The House of Commons is on its summer break — here’s a list of the bills it passed appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Report finds 'reduced trust' among physicians, leadership at Kelowna General Hospital",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/independent-review-kelowna-general-hospital-9.7240373?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:16:06 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T22:16:06+00:00",
      "description": "An independent review of Kelowna General Hospital’s (KGH) workplace culture describes an atmosphere of reduced trust and deteriorating working relationships between physicians and Interior Health Authority (IHA) leadership."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "B.C. warns of contaminated shellfish risk",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11912452/bc-warns-contaminated-shellfish-risk/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:14:29 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T22:14:29+00:00",
      "description": "The centre says eating contaminated shellfish can lead to serious illness, including paralytic shellfish poisoning, amnesic shellfish poisoning and diarrhetic shellfish poisoning."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Nanaimo RCMP searching for missing man, 21",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/nanaimo-rcmp-searching-for-missing-man-21-1331560/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:12:40 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T22:12:40+00:00",
      "description": "Missing man Tanveer Singh is shown. (Nanaimo RCMP) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-Blank-background-for-pictures-14.jpg?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1\" /> Nanaimo RCMP are asking for the public’s help locating a missing man who has not been heard from in several days. The post Nanaimo RCMP searching for missing man, 21 appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Flair Airlines reaches 3-year tentative agreement with pilots, union says",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/06/18/flair-airlines-reaches-3-year-tentative-agreement-with-pilots-union-says/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:12:23 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T22:12:23+00:00",
      "description": "EDMONTON — A union representing pilots at Flair Airlines says they have reached a new tentative agreement with company management. The Air Line Pilots Association says the agreement comes after 10 months of contract negotiations. It says the three-year tentative agreement reflects progress on issues including improved compensation, pathways for career progression, scheduling rules and […]"
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Former child actor Daveigh Chase, ‘The Ring’ villain and Lilo voice, dies at 35",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/former-child-actor-daveigh-chase-the-ring-villain-and-lilo-voice-dies-at-35-1331543/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:10:00 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T22:10:00+00:00",
      "description": "FILE – Actor Daveigh Chase poses at the Season 5 premiere of HBO series “Big Love,” in Los Angeles on Jan. 12, 2011. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello, File) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/1d1b72e79908fd60feedc0cf39ba1f80ce942389baaff0a8f065c131a2190018-e1781819027573.jpg?fit=780%2C440&ssl=1\" /> Former child actor Daveigh Chase, known for her youthful voice in Disney's “Lilo & Stitch” and her villainous performance in the thriller “The Ring,\" has died. She was 35. The post Former child actor Daveigh Chase, ‘The Ring’ villain and Lilo voice, dies at 35 appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "B.C. gold mine sues province for suddenly suspending mining rights",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11912376/bc-gold-mine-sues-province-suddenly-suspending-mining-rights/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:08:45 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T22:08:45+00:00",
      "description": "The Yellow Giant mine on Banks Island began commercial production in 2015, but was shut down by the province that same year after releasing excess tailings and effluent."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Canada and B.C. form partnership to accelerate homebuilding, lower costs, and build new local infrastructure",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/06/18/eby-carney-bc-canada-agreement/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:08:43 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T22:08:43+00:00",
      "description": "Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier David Eby, announced a partnership between the Government of Canada and the Government of B.C. that will “transform, connect, and modernize communities across the province.”"
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Alberta judge concerned about parts of ruling that threw out separatist petition",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/alberta-judge-concerned-about-parts-of-ruling-that-threw-out-separatist-petition-1331532/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:00:00 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T22:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "Mitch Sylvestre hold boxes of signatures before submitting signatures for a separation referendum to Elections Alberta in Edmonton, on Monday, May 4, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/c8f4b364ab8ee8613ed28ac4645f7ac5c462ec4aee9f623ec66a995eaaa3fcf2-e1781818354951.jpg?fit=780%2C440&ssl=1\" /> A judge has reserved her decision on whether to set aside a ruling that quashed an Alberta separatist group's referendum petition saying she has concerns with parts of the decision. The post Alberta judge concerned about parts of ruling that threw out separatist petition appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "The House of Commons is on its summer break — here’s a list of the bills it passed",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/06/18/the-house-of-commons-is-on-its-summer-break-heres-a-list-of-the-bills-it-passed/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:40:35 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T21:40:35+00:00",
      "description": "As the House of Commons rose Thursday for its summer break, the federal government touted all the legislation it passed over the preceding months, while the opposition Conservatives maintained not enough got done."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "More illegal shooting along Forest Service Road in Mission",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/06/18/mission-fsr-illegal-shooting/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:33:45 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T21:33:45+00:00",
      "description": "Mission RCMP have spent another busy weekend focusing on illegal shooting up the Lost Creek Forest Service Road."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Evacuation alert lifted for West Kelowna residents following wildfire",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11912085/evacuation-alert-lifted-west-kelowna-wildfire/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:21:56 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T21:21:56+00:00",
      "description": "In an update on Thursday, the Regional District of Central Okanagan said it was quiet on the fire overnight and no major issues were reported."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Local governments in B.C. can tap into $5-billion housing and infrastructure fund",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/bc-local-governments-housing-infrastructure-fund-9.7240519?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:04:41 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T20:04:41+00:00",
      "description": "Ottawa and the province are setting up a $5-billion fund that municipalities can tap into to pay for new homes, and the infrastructure and transit needed to keep up with growing communities."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Canada wins 6-0 in critical World Cup match at B.C. Place",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/sports/livestory/canada-vs-qatar-june-18-live-updates-fifa-world-cup-2026-9.7222399?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:58:33 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T19:58:33+00:00",
      "description": ""
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Passenger drowned in 2024 seaplane crash near Port Hardy due to snagged foot: TSB",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/tsb-report-2024-seaplane-crash-cause-warner-bay-9.7240483?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:55:13 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T19:55:13+00:00",
      "description": "Canada's Transportation Safety Board is urging seaplane pilots to be aware of risks when landing on calm and glassy water after a crash near Port Hardy, B.C., two years ago killed one passenger, who became entangled in a seatbelt and couldn't escape."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "5 people ordered banished from Taku River Tlingit territory",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/5-people-ordered-banished-from-taku-river-tlingit-territory-9.7240436?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:53:39 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T19:53:39+00:00",
      "description": "The First Nation says in a statement on Facebook that its council issued the banishment order after receiving \"significant concerns\" from the community."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Carney announces $200M for new school, updated health centre in Tumbler Ridge, where mass shooting took place",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/carney-tumbler-ridge-health-care-centre-9.7010777?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:15:43 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T19:15:43+00:00",
      "description": "Carney says $100 million will come from the province, and $100 million from feds. He also announced other major infrastructure projects in B.C., including $50 million for coastal communities such as Prince Rupert and Terrace."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Carney says B.C. infrastructure funding to include new Tumbler Ridge school",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11912022/carney-bc-housing-funding-tumbler-ridge-school/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:13:03 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T19:13:03+00:00",
      "description": "Carney made the announcement in Vancouver as part of a housing funding plan that includes reducing fees for developers and converting unsold new condos into affordable housing."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Thousands march in Vancouver ahead of Canada World Cup game at BC Place",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11911827/canada-game-bc-place-vancouver-red-fifa-world-cup-game/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:43:31 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T18:43:31+00:00",
      "description": "Canadian supporters group The Voyageurs will be staging a march along the so-called \"last mile\" to the stadium, starting near Science World."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "B.C. First Nation banishes 5 members who pose serious safety risk",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11911773/bc-first-nation-banishes-members-serious-safety-risk/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:48:48 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T17:48:48+00:00",
      "description": "The Taku River Tlingit First Nation has Traditional Territories in the Yukon Territories, Northern British Columbia, Canada and Alaska."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Province commits $500K as 'first step' to saving popular lake in northeastern B.C.",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/province-commits-500k-save-inga-lake-9.7239988?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:30:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T16:30:00+00:00",
      "description": "Inga Lake, a popular recreation site and trout fishery at risk of being decommissioned near Fort St. John, B.C., is getting financial relief from the province."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "How the deadly 2021 B.C. heat dome permanently changed ecosystems",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/bc-heat-dome-five-years-later-9.7239545?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T14:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "In late June 2021, B.C. and the Pacific Northwest baked under a heat dome that led to over 600 people's deaths and permanently altered ecosystems far and wide."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Social media ban or not, parents face dilemma over kids’ online safety",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/kids-online-safety-9.7239607?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T12:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "Parents are on their own in deciding which — if any — social media platforms to allow, and how to balance digital safety with kids’ needs for connection and self-expression. There are, however, things parents can do. CBC News asked a mother and an expert to weigh in."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Jonathan David’s hat trick propels Canada to 1st World Cup win, 6-0 over Qatar",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11908207/canada-qatar-world-cup-fifa/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:00:52 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T10:00:52+00:00",
      "description": "Canada blasted Qatar 6-0 in a Group B match at BC Place in Vancouver."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "‘Australians were purposely trying to drink us dry’: Vancouver bar on World Cup profit win",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11910903/vancouver-bar-world-cup-profit-win/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:13:26 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-06-18T05:13:26+00:00",
      "description": "Dublin Calling, a sports bar on Granville Street, has been packed since the tournament began, filling up during the morning games and staying that way throughout the day."
    }
  ]
}