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      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Cold water shock can be life-threatening, but this B.C. paramedic says there are ways to mitigate the risk",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/cold-water-shock-9.7255330?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Sun, 05 Jul 2026 09:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-05T13:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "Cold water shock can happen when your body is suddenly immersed in water below 15 C, says B.C. Emergency Health Services paramedic Brian Twaites."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Doctor warns of rabies risks — and offers safety tips — after bat exposures jump in B.C.'s Interior",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/bats-bc-interior-rabies-9.7014248?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Sun, 05 Jul 2026 08:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-05T12:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "Interior Health is warning about the dangers of human contact with bats, and how to respond if you've been touched, bitten or scratched by a bat — even through clothing."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Nanaimo Dragon Boat Festival cancelled, just 1 week out from event",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/nanaimo-dragon-boat-festival-cancelled-9.7258019?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Sun, 05 Jul 2026 07:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-05T11:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "The Nanaimo Dragon Boat Festival has been cancelled."
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    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Carney to travel to Turkey, where NATO allies will focus on managing Trump",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/05/carney-to-travel-to-turkey-where-nato-allies-will-focus-on-managing-trump/",
      "pubDate": "Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:00:08 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-05T10:00:08+00:00",
      "description": "OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to leave for Ankara on Monday to attend the annual NATO summit — the first visit by a Canadian prime minister to Turkey since 2015. Turkey’s capital will make up the first leg of Carney’s week-long sojourn to the Middle East, which will conclude with a short […]"
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Is there any merit to the advice to ‘sleep on it?’ New research suggests our dreams may help problem-solve",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/radio/quirks/sleep-on-it-9.7254542?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Sun, 05 Jul 2026 04:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-05T08:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "A pair of recent studies by dream researchers suggest that the age-old advice may in fact be grounded in science."
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      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Out-of-control wildfire burning near Boston Bar, B.C. prompts evacuation for about 60 residences",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/wildfire-near-boston-bar-tactical-evacuation-9.7259019?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 22:18:35 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-05T02:18:35+00:00",
      "description": "A tactical evacuation is underway in North Bend, B.C., where residents are being told to leave immediately because of the nearby Brunswick Creek wildfire that’s burning near Boston Bar in the province’s Fraser Canyon region."
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      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Warm rivers raise concern for salmon in B.C.'s Interior",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/okanagan-sockeye-return-expected-to-stay-low-warm-rivers-9.7258978?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 21:12:22 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-05T01:12:22+00:00",
      "description": "Warm rivers and streams are becoming a growing concern for salmon in B.C.’s Interior with another low sockeye return anticipated in Okanagan waters this fall."
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      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "‘Its hard to know why’: Fourth dead humpback washes up on B.C.’s shores",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/its-hard-to-know-why-fourth-dead-humpback-washes-up-on-b-c-s-shores-1334225/",
      "pubDate": "Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:57:35 +0000",
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      "description": "Waves of the Pacific Ocean are revealing a growing tragedy off the West Coast this year. An alarming number of dead whales has washed up on B.C.’s beaches. (CHEK News) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Copy-of-Blank-background-for-pictures-2026-07-04T175623.032.png?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1\" /> Waves of the Pacific Ocean are revealing a growing tragedy off the West Coast this year. An alarming number of dead whales has washed up on B.C.'s beaches. The post ‘Its hard to know why’: Fourth dead humpback washes up on B.C.’s shores appeared first on CHEK ."
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    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Victoria Folk Festival returns for it’s second year",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/victoria-folk-festival-returns-for-its-second-year-1334228/",
      "pubDate": "Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:47:13 +0000",
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      "description": "Victoria Folk Fest nears capacity in its second year. (CHEK News) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/folk-e1783212017286.jpeg?fit=719%2C404&ssl=1\" /> Victoria Folk Music Festival returns for its second year at Royal Athletic Park, where more than 1,700 attendees covered the field with picnic blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the variety of music in the festival line-up. The post Victoria Folk Festival returns for it’s second year appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Blue Jays’ Guerrero Jr. turns down all-star invite to rest, prepare for 2nd half of season",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/04/blue-jays-guerrero-jr-turns-down-all-star-invite-to-rest-prepare-for-2nd-half-of-season/",
      "pubDate": "Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:45:19 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-05T00:45:19+00:00",
      "description": "SEATTLE — The power of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s brand and the Toronto Blue Jays’ reach is such that even amid his frustratingly mystifying down season, fans still voted him as the American League’s starting first baseman for the All-Star Game. Guerrero will not go to Philadelphia for his sixth Midsummer Classic, saying Saturday that he needs to […]"
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Evacuation ordered at National Mall as storms gather ahead of Trump’s America 250 speech",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/evacuation-ordered-at-national-mall-as-storms-gather-ahead-of-trumps-america-250-speech-1334230/",
      "pubDate": "Sun, 05 Jul 2026 00:35:40 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-05T00:35:40+00:00",
      "description": "People dance in the street as they wait for the National Mall to reopen after being evacuated due to weather during Independence Day events honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary, Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/july.4-e1783211585653.jpeg?fit=780%2C440&ssl=1\" /> President Donald Trump's plans to commemorate America's 250th anniversary of independence with a rally on the National Mall were complicated on Saturday by severe storms that gathered near Washington, forcing event organizers to order an evacuation. The post Evacuation ordered at National Mall as storms gather ahead of Trump’s America 250 speech appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Prosecutors argue the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk should stand trial",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/04/prosecutors-argue-the-man-accused-of-killing-charlie-kirk-should-stand-trial/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 23:57:47 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T23:57:47+00:00",
      "description": "PROVO, Utah (AP) — A key hearing kicks off Monday in Charlie Kirk’s murder case in Utah, where prosecutors aim to convince a judge they have enough evidence to try his accused killer and seek the death penalty. The five-day preliminary hearing will mark the most significant presentation of evidence in the case so far […]"
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    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Moroccan communities celebrate historic World Cup win across Canada",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11953335/moroccan-communities-fifa/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 23:43:59 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T23:43:59+00:00",
      "description": "While Canada's World Cup dream ended with a 3-0 loss to Morocco, Moroccan communities across the country celebrated a historic victory that sent their team into the quarterfinals."
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    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Trump commemorates America 250 after storms force temporary evacuation of National Mall",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/04/evacuation-ordered-for-events-at-national-mall-as-storms-gather-near-washington-ahead-of-trumps-july-4th-speech/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 23:26:13 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T23:26:13+00:00",
      "description": "WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump commemorated the 250th anniversary of America’s independence on Saturday after storms prompted a roughly two-hour evacuation of the National Mall, with severe weather disrupting celebrations in several East Coast cities. “There’s no way we can be deterred,” he said to a crowd that returned after the evacuation was lifted. […]"
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    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "GVRDEU escalating strike action Saturday afternoon",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/04/gvrdeu-escalate-strike-action/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 23:12:15 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T23:12:15+00:00",
      "description": "As of 4 p.m., Saturday, the Greater Vancouver Regional District Employee Union is escalating their strike action."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "1.2M Thermos bottles recalled due to impact injuries, lacerations",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/1-2m-thermos-bottles-recalled-due-to-impact-injuries-lacerations-1334215/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 23:09:58 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T23:09:58+00:00",
      "description": "(Canadian Thermos Products Inc.) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Copy-of-Blank-background-for-pictures-2026-07-04T161056.068.png?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1\" /> More than 1.2 million Thermos-branded containers sold in Canada have been recalled due to sudden ejections of the stopper leading to impact injuries and lacerations. The post 1.2M Thermos bottles recalled due to impact injuries, lacerations appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Canada knocked out of FIFA World Cup but fans hopeful for future of Canadian soccer",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.7258927?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:59:47 EDT",
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      "description": "A disappointing loss for Canadian soccer fans who packed The Shipyards in North Vancouver on Saturday. Team Canada’s historic run at the FIFA World Cup 2026 has come to an end after a 3-0 loss to Morocco in Houston. But as the CBC's Michelle Morton reports, fans are hopeful for the future of the men's national soccer team."
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    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Princeton police looking for suspects in Tulameen break-in and Princeton theft",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/04/princeton-tulameen-suspects/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 22:48:12 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T22:48:12+00:00",
      "description": "The Princeton RCMP are looking to identify two people who are allegedly connected to both a break-and-enter in Tulameen and a stolen vehicle in Princeton."
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      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "3 hurt, 2 arrested after confrontation near Victoria’s Beacon Hill Park",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11953296/two-people-arrested-victoria/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 22:18:20 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T22:18:20+00:00",
      "description": "Three people were injured, including two who were taken to hospital, after an alleged assault with a weapon near Victoria's Beacon Hill Park."
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      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Canadian fans say they are proud of men’s soccer team despite loss to Morocco",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/canadian-fans-say-they-are-proud-of-mens-soccer-team-despite-loss-to-morocco-1334203/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 22:06:49 +0000",
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      "description": "Fans at FIFA Fan Fest react as Morocco defeats Canada to advance during the second half of their World Cup soccer match in Toronto on Saturday, July 4, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jon Blacker \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/morocco-e1783202772855.jpeg?fit=780%2C440&ssl=1\" /> Canada's historic run at the FIFA World Cup might be over, but it has left many Canadians with that magic feeling that their men's national soccer team has left an indelible mark on the world's largest sporting stage. The post Canadian fans say they are proud of men’s soccer team despite loss to Morocco appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 BC: July 4",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/1149299/watch-news-hour/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 22:00:41 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T22:00:41+00:00",
      "description": "Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6 BC."
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    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Joey Chestnut eats 66 hot dogs to again claim Mustard Belt at Nathan’s Famous contest",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/04/joey-chestnut-eats-66-hot-dogs-to-again-claim-mustard-belt-at-nathans-famous-contest/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 21:23:56 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T21:23:56+00:00",
      "description": "Crowds gathered in the sweltering heat Saturday to celebrate the United States’ 250th birthday by watching famed competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut defend his world hot dog eating championship in Coney Island, where he downed 66 hot dogs in just 10 minutes. Miki Sudo defended her title as well in the women’s division. Saturday marked the 18th […]"
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Comox Valley RCMP seeking witnesses to serious collision",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/comox-valley-rcmp-seeking-witnesses-to-serious-collision-1334201/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:47:41 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T20:47:41+00:00",
      "description": "The Comox Valley RCMP detachment is shown in this January 2026 file photo. (CHEK News) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/RAW-Comox-Valley-RCMP-Detachment-2026-01-28_00028.jpg?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1\" /> Police are seeking witnesses to a collision involving an elderly motorcyclist near the Comox Valley Parkway. The post Comox Valley RCMP seeking witnesses to serious collision appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Saanich Police deploying CCTV cameras at Saanich Strawberry Festival Sunday",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/saanich-police-deploying-cctv-cameras-at-saanich-strawberry-festival-sunday-1334199/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:23:18 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T20:23:18+00:00",
      "description": "A Saanich Police vehicle is shown in this file photo. (CHEK News) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WEB-SIDAWAY-2025-05-13_01743.jpg?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1\" /> Saanich Police is informing Saanich Strawberry Festival goers that police and CCTV cameras will be deployed at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park on Sunday to ensure public safety at the annual event. The post Saanich Police deploying CCTV cameras at Saanich Strawberry Festival Sunday appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Port Alberni Port Authority wants more cruise ships to dock in its port",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/port-alberni-port-authority-wants-more-cruise-ships-to-dock-in-its-port-1334194/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:06:26 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T20:06:26+00:00",
      "description": "Excitement and crowds filled Port Alberni’s waterfront Saturday, as the luxury cruise ship The World docked in the community that hadn’t had a cruise ship visit since 2019. (CHEK News) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copy-of-Blank-background-for-pictures-95.png?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1\" /> After welcoming its first major cruise ship in years, the Port Alberni Port Authority is now exploring ways to attract more luxury liners to its port. The post Port Alberni Port Authority wants more cruise ships to dock in its port appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Toronto Blue Jays Kevin Pillar swings for the trees in Victoria next week",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/toronto-blue-jays-kevin-pillar-swings-for-the-trees-in-victoria-next-week-1334189/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:32:57 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T19:32:57+00:00",
      "description": "Former Toronto Blue Jays centre fielder will be in Victoria next week (Official Facebook Page of Toronto Blue Jays Outfielder Kevin Pillar Facebook ). \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/kevin-e1783193249169.jpeg?fit=780%2C440&ssl=1\" /> Islanders will have an opportunity to meet former Blue Jays player Kevin Pillar in Victoria next week when he's in town for the Home Run Derby, part of the 2026 West Coast League All-Star Game events. The post Toronto Blue Jays Kevin Pillar swings for the trees in Victoria next week appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Local impacts of pipeline to B.C. coast and Delta port expansion",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/04/local-impacts-pipeline-b-c-coast/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:27:51 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T19:27:51+00:00",
      "description": "After Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier David Eby announced the Canada – B.C. Cooperative Prosperity Agreement, Delta’s shipping port is now the centre of attention."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Nurses in British Columbia will picket the province’s largest hospital next week",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11953050/nurses-british-columbia/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:06:17 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T18:06:17+00:00",
      "description": "The union representing nurses in British Columbia says it will put up pickets around the province's largest hospital starting next week as it escalates its strike."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Victoria police arrest two following incident that injured three people in park",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/04/victoria-police-arrest-two-following-incident-that-injured-three-people-in-park/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:55:58 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T17:55:58+00:00",
      "description": "Police in Victoria say they have arrested two people following an assault with a weapon during an incident that injured three individuals"
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married: What to know about the wedding",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/taylor-swift-and-travis-kelce-are-married-what-to-know-about-the-wedding-1334185/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:53:06 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T17:53:06+00:00",
      "description": "A “Just Married” sign is displayed on Madison Square Garden during a wedding between singer Taylor Swift and National Football League player Travis Kelce on Friday, July 3, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Ryan Murphy) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/kelce-e1783187446579.jpeg?fit=780%2C440&ssl=1\" /> Your English teacher and your gym teacher are married. And we finally know a few more details surrounding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding at Madison Square Garden. The post Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married: What to know about the wedding appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Nurses in British Columbia will picket the province’s largest hospital next week",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/04/nurses-bc-picket-provinces-largest-hospital-next-week/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 17:01:54 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T17:01:54+00:00",
      "description": "The union representing nurses in British Columbia says it will put up pickets around the province's largest hospital starting next week as it escalates its strike."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "These Osoyoos twins were both drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins. Their parents say it's all about passion",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/osoyoos-bc-hockey-twins-drafted-nhl-pittsburgh-penguins-9.7255200?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T14:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "Twins Markus and Liam Ruck of Osoyoos, B.C., were both drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2026 NHL Draft this year. Their parents Derek and Nina Ruck reflect on raising the 18-year-old boys and how the draft went."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Mock evacuation exercise to take place in Tatla Lake area",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/first-responders-conducting-evacuation-training-in-tatla-lake-area-9.7256724?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T13:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "Emergency crews will be training west of Williams Lake Saturday morning in a training exercise focused on evacuation notification."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "How a First Nation in B.C. is hoping to restore wildfire-ravaged forests with seedlings",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/osoyoos-forest-nursery-seelings-wildfire-forests-9.7257607?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T12:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "The Osoyoos Forest Nursery located near Oliver, B.C, is owned by the Osoyoos Indian Band. The operation is the band's first green project and it is expected to produce millions of tree seedlings every year. Those seedlings will go towards restoring and reforesting areas hard hit by wildfires."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Colombia edges Ghana, advances to face Switzerland in Vancouver for spot in World Cup quarterfinals",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/sports/soccer/worldcup/fifa-world-cup-colombia-ghana-july-3-9.7257636?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:59:59 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T11:59:59+00:00",
      "description": "Forced into making a rare early move, Colombia coach Nestor Lorenzo sent Luis Suarez onto the field, and he promptly delivered a sharp cross that Jhon Arias flicked into the net, resulting in the only goal on a sweltering night at Arrowhead Stadium and sending Los Cafeteros into the Round of 16 at the World Cup with a 1-0 victory over the Black Stars."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Why does the World Cup feel bigger in a crowd?",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/why-watching-the-world-cup-together-feels-different-9.7257233?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T11:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "Fan zones and public plazas across Vancouver are filling up for World Cup matches, with some sites reaching capacity. A UBC sociologist says watching with others can make the game feel bigger."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Internal PMO polls told Carney Canadians backed pipeline plan",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11952304/internal-pmo-polls-carney-canadians-pipeline-plan/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:00:13 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T10:00:13+00:00",
      "description": "Twice last November, the Privy Council Office (PCO) included polling questions to see how Canadians felt about a pipeline and other energy and natural resource projects."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Alberta’s pipeline pitch is heavy on public, light on private investment — so who benefits?",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/public-private-alberta-pipeline-9.7257602?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 04:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T08:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "Energy experts and economists say Alberta’s public-private pitch may be the only way to get a pipelines done in today's context, but if there are benefits, they could go beyond just the oil and gas industry."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "To swat or not? These scientists suggest we rethink our fear toward insects",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/radio/sunday/insects-are-friends-not-foe-9.7242587?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 04:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T08:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "When a bug lands, do you swat or step back? We are taught to fear insects, but by looking closer at how they help our environment, we can trade our reflexive panic for wonder and learn to share our outdoor spaces, scientists say."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "B.C. nurses to form picket lines at Vancouver General Hospital next week",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/bc-nurses-form-picket-line-vancouver-general-hospital-9.7258475?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 01:17:06 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T05:17:06+00:00",
      "description": "Nurses will be escalating job action on Tuesday at 5:30 a.m. PT, the B.C. Nurses' Union announced Friday evening. It says essential services will be maintained."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "B.C. Conservatives leave Penticton retreat united under new leader",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11952486/bc-conservatives-leave-penticton-retreat/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 01:49:01 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T01:49:01+00:00",
      "description": "Addressing media at the conclusion of the retreat, Findlay praised the party's MLAs for their commitment and teamwork."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Heartbroken girlfriend of B.C. captain tells of close call days before deadly sinking",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/mother-of-bc-charter-boat-captain-deadly-sinking-9.7258275?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:43:42 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T01:43:42+00:00",
      "description": "The heartbroken girlfriend of a young charter boat captain feared drowned in a deadly sinking in B.C. waters last Sunday says she was aboard the vessel two days earlier when a broken door swung open and water flooded in."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Anger after ‘Betty’ the bear shot and killed by Coquitlam RCMP",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11952461/betty-bear-shot-killed-coquitlam-rcmp/",
      "pubDate": "Sat, 04 Jul 2026 01:36:10 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T01:36:10+00:00",
      "description": "Police were called on Saturday to the Westwood Plateau area when the bear, known to area residents as Betty, and her cubs entered a home through an unlocked front door."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "B.C. Interior leaders warn new pipeline could strain small communities",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/b-c-interior-leaders-express-concerns-about-new-oil-pipeline-9.7258268?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:29:20 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-04T00:29:20+00:00",
      "description": "Some local leaders in B.C.’s Interior say a proposed new oil pipeline from Alberta to the west coast could bring major economic opportunities. But they warn smaller communities along the route need support as they brace for the increased activity that comes with a major construction project."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "‘Unbelievable’ 70-foot long fin whale spotted off Vancouver Island",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11952242/unbelievable-70-foot-long-fin-whale-spotted-vancouver-island/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:57:53 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-03T23:57:53+00:00",
      "description": "Mollie Cameron said fin whales have been documented in the Strait of Juan de Fuca a \"handful\" of times in the past 10 years, but seeing one is very rare."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Granville Street Pedestrian Zone to be extended after World Cup ends",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11952360/granville-street-pedestrian-zone-extended-world-cup-labour-day/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:57:48 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-03T23:57:48+00:00",
      "description": "In the council meeting, Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim said he has not seen the city this alive since the 2010 Olympic Games and he wants to keep the energy going throughout the summer."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Alberta proposes new pipeline, but hurdles to construction, profitability remain",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/11952104/alberta-new-pipeline-hurdles-remain/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:59:18 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-03T22:59:18+00:00",
      "description": "While the governments of Canada and Alberta have agreed to take the proposal for a new pipeline to the next step, oil industry insiders say some big hurdles remain."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Taxpayers could be on hook for West Coast pipeline, but it's a 'good investment': Energy minister",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/taxpayers-could-be-on-hook-for-west-coast-pipeline-but-it-s-a-good-investment-energy-minister-9.7258006?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:44:05 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-03T22:44:05+00:00",
      "description": "Energy Minister Tim Hodgson says a second pipeline to the West Coast will be money well-spent for the federal government but can't say how much Ottawa would be on the hook for."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Coroner's inquest into death of 20-year-old Tatyanna Harrison hears from her mother",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/coroners-inquest-indigenous-womans-death-9.7258071?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:36:08 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-03T22:36:08+00:00",
      "description": "Tatyanna Harrison was found dead on a drydocked yacht in Richmond in May 2022, although the body wasn't identified as hers until four months later."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Former B.C. Conservative turned Independent MLA Amelia Boultbee crosses the floor to the NDP",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/bc-mla-amelia-boultbee-joins-ndp-9.7257634?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:21:10 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-03T18:21:10+00:00",
      "description": "The Penticton-Summerland MLA said Friday that she got into politics to serve her community and believes she’s best positioned to do that alongside the B.C. NDP."
    }
  ]
}