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      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Surrey police investigating after serious crash involving a pedestrian on HWY 10",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/31/surrey-highway-10-crash-pedestrian-involved/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:00:23 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T14:00:23+00:00",
      "description": "Investigators are on the scene of a serious pedestrian-involved crash on Highway 10 in Cloverdale, the Surrey Police Service (SPS) said Friday morning."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "West Shore RCMP shows off new police dog trainee Bailey",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/west-shore-rcmp-shows-off-new-police-dog-recruit-bailey-1339539/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:45:00 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T13:45:00+00:00",
      "description": "German shepherd puppy Bailey is shown at the West Shore RCMP detachment. (West Shore RCMP/Facebook) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/759786848_122219883164359558_5445541367446193496_n-e1785438753637.jpg?fit=780%2C440&ssl=1\" /> West Shore RCMP is asking the community to welcome Bailey, a “puppy with a big future ahead of her as a RCMP potential Police Service Dog.” The post West Shore RCMP shows off new police dog trainee Bailey appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Over 1,000 students later, Richmond man still teaching English for free as feds cut lessons",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/richmond-volunteer-teaches-over-1-000-people-english-for-free-9.7288385?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T13:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "Masih Sabet has taught over 1,000 students for free in Richmond since 2017. His lessons are now more important than ever as the federal government ends funding for intermediate language courses for newcomers come September."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Shuswap ranchers brace for major crop losses after province halts irrigation to protect endangered river fish",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/shuswap-ranchers-salmon-river-water-restrictions-chinook-9.7291456?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T12:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "The owner of a fifth-generation cattle ranch south of Salmon Arm, B.C., estimates her family farm will incur over $100,000 in additional feed costs because of sweeping water restrictions the province has put in place to protect vulnerable fish species in the Salmon River."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "B.C. firefighters face critical days as dry fuels and winds increase fire risks",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12004513/b-c-firefighters-face-critical-days-as-dry-fuels-and-winds-increase-fire-risks/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:51:31 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T11:51:31+00:00",
      "description": "A cold front with gusty winds could bring extreme fire behaviour in areas where British Columbia communities are threatened by wildfires."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Hamas says it’s reached an agreement to disarm, a significant move that will face major challenges",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/31/hamas-says-its-reached-an-agreement-to-disarm-a-significant-move-that-will-face-major-challenges/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:17:43 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T11:17:43+00:00",
      "description": "Hamas said Friday that it reached an agreement to disarm, a significant move that could help end the war in Gaza — but one that will face many hurdles and could take a long time to achieve, if at all. The group agreed to a road map as long as Israel also makes concessions, including […]"
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Kelowna artist uses centuries-old technique to explore today’s challenges",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12004069/kelowna-artist-centuries-old-technique-todays-challenges/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:11:22 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T11:11:22+00:00",
      "description": "Using encaustic, a technique that combines heated beeswax, and tree sap, Angela Hansen is creating a new exhibit inspired by the changing world around her."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "City of Fort St. John installing surveillance cameras in effort to stop park vandalism",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/fort-st-john-installing-cameras-to-deter-park-vandalism-9.7291461?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T11:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "Kin Park has been a target for vandals, who have set fires, damaged garbage cans and destroyed public infrastructure, costing thousands of dollars to local taxpayers, the city says."
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    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Deadline nears on WestJet flight attendants strike threat",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/31/deadline-nears-on-westjet-flight-attendants-strike-threat/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:05:21 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T08:05:21+00:00",
      "description": "WestJet and its flight attendants union are continuing their contract talks as the clock ticks closer to a possible strike during the busy summer travel season. If a deal has not been reached by Sunday morning, either side could begin a work stoppage that would see hundreds of flights cancelled during a long weekend in […]"
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Economy grew 0.3% in May, on track for solid Q2 rebound: StatCan",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/31/statistics-canada-to-report-may-gdp-and-early-look-at-q2-economic-results/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:00:03 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T08:00:03+00:00",
      "description": "Statistics Canada says real gross domestic product rose 0.3 per cent in May as the economy seemed on track for a solid rebound in the second quarter. The May GDP figures topped StatCan’s own initial estimates for 0.1 per cent growth in the month. The mining, quarrying, oil and gas extraction sector led growth for […]"
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Premiers tell Ottawa they 'urgently' want negotiations to begin on future of the RCMP",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/rcmp-reform-premiers-police-9.7289407?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T08:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "Canada's premiers are calling for more clarity from the federal government around the future of the RCMP and to start negotiations as soon as possible with those who plan on keeping the Mounties as their boots-on-the-ground police force."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Richmond homeless encampment now deemed ‘hazardous site’ after fire",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12003994/fire-richmond-homeless-encampment-hazardous-site/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:07:04 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T04:07:04+00:00",
      "description": "There are two growing homeless encampments off Highway 99 in Richmond, on either side of the highway, with one of them sitting atop a jet fuel pipeline."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "'Blanket' forced treatment of involuntary psychiatric patients unconstitutional, B.C. court rules",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/b-c-blanket-involuntary-treatment-b-c-supreme-court-9.7291682?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:59:52 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T02:59:52+00:00",
      "description": "Provisions in British Columbia's involuntary care regime that allow forced psychiatric treatment, regardless of a person's capacity to make health care decisions, are unconstitutional, the B.C. Supreme Court has ruled."
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    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Off-duty heroism: B.C. nurse honoured for saving friend’s life",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/off-duty-heroism-b-c-nurse-honoured-for-saving-friends-life-1339670/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 01:46:59 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T01:46:59+00:00",
      "description": "BC Emergency Health Services presented a letter of commendation and challenge coin to recognize the lifesaving actions of Lara Kesteloo, who jumped into action when a friend and fellow nurse, Skye Maynard, had a cardiac arrest event two years ago. (CHEK News) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Copy-of-Blank-background-for-pictures-64.png?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1\" /> BC Emergency Health Services presented a letter of commendation and challenge coin to recognize the lifesaving actions of Lara Kesteloo, who jumped into action when a friend and fellow nurse, Skye Maynard, had a cardiac arrest event two years ago. The post Off-duty heroism: B.C. nurse honoured for saving friend’s life appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Nanaimo breaks ground for new community centre at Long Lake",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/nanaimo-breaks-ground-for-new-community-centre-at-long-lake-1339667/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 01:29:27 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T01:29:27+00:00",
      "description": "Nanaimo breaks ground for new community centre at Long Lake (Skye Ryan). \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/park.jpg?fit=720%2C406&ssl=1\" /> A fight to save trees in a popular Nanaimo park is reshaping the city's planned improvements, and the community celebrated the groundbreaking on Thursday. The post Nanaimo breaks ground for new community centre at Long Lake appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Trump announces a deal for Hamas to disarm in Gaza, but many hurdles and uncertainty remain",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/30/trump-announces-a-deal-for-hamas-to-disarm-in-gaza-but-many-hurdles-and-uncertainty-remain/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:44:50 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T00:44:50+00:00",
      "description": "WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Thursday that a deal has been reached for Hamas to disarm and Israel to withdraw its forces from Gaza, but many hurdles, conditions and long timelines remained to wind down the war in the Palestinian territory. Neither Hamas nor Israel gave immediate indication that they had agreed."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Alberni boat manufacturer goes big with new lift for repair business",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/alberni-boat-manufacturer-goes-big-with-new-lift-for-repair-business-1339649/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:26:01 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T00:26:01+00:00",
      "description": "Alberni boat manufacturer goes big with new lift for repair business (CHEK News). \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/stolz.jpeg?fit=720%2C406&ssl=1\" /> There's something new on the Port Alberni waterfront and it's not hard to spot. The post Alberni boat manufacturer goes big with new lift for repair business appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Creditors file suit against Port Moody condo development, say more than $100M owed",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12003995/creditors-file-suit-port-moody-condo-development-millions-owed/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:23:18 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T00:23:18+00:00",
      "description": "The Portwood Project is described as a '23-acre green-focused community positioned squarely in the pulse of vibrant Port Moody.'"
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    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "‘Betting it all’; Sisters open Downtown Vancouver café",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/30/betting-it-all-unscripted/",
      "pubDate": "Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:08:03 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-31T00:08:03+00:00",
      "description": "The 17 and 23-year-old sisters with no restaurant or business experience took it upon themselves to open up a café in just one month."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "RCMP release new photos of woman reported missing from B.C. music festival",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/rcmp-release-new-photos-of-woman-reported-missing-from-b-c-music-festival-1339640/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:43:04 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T23:43:04+00:00",
      "description": "Missing woman Kayla Boisvert is shown in photos dated to July 29. (Salmo RCMP) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Copy-of-Blank-background-for-pictures-41.jpg?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1\" /> Salmo RCMP have released new photos of a woman who was reported missing from the Shambhala Music Festival earlier this week. The post RCMP release new photos of woman reported missing from B.C. music festival appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Victoria to press BC Housing, CRD for action on homelessness data system ‘decades’ in the making",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/victoria-to-press-bc-housing-crd-for-action-on-homelessness-data-system-decades-in-the-making-1339627/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:36:34 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T23:36:34+00:00",
      "description": "Pandora Avenue in downtown Victoria is pictured in June 2025. (CHEK News) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/13-HAYSOM-DEL-MANAK-ON-PANDORA-FOR-5PM-redo-PKG-1342_01792.jpg?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1\" /> Victoria council has passed a motion to press BC Housing and the Capital Regional District (CRD) for progress on joining a federal system for data on homelessness that has been in the works for \"decades.\" The post Victoria to press BC Housing, CRD for action on homelessness data system ‘decades’ in the making appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Motions calling for emergency response to sedative in drug supply and action on fugitives on Victoria streets pass unanimously",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/motions-calling-for-emergency-response-to-sedative-in-drug-supply-and-action-on-fugitives-on-victoria-streets-pass-unanimously-1339608/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:14:51 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T23:14:51+00:00",
      "description": "Victoria city hall is shown in this file photo. (CHEK News) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/RAW-LEO-DRONE-VICTORIA-CITY-HALL-2-TL-2024-12-02_01493.jpg?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1\" /> Victoria council has given approval for advocacy motions on two issues: the presence of a sedative meant for large animals in the illicit drug supply and fugitives living on the city's streets. The post Motions calling for emergency response to sedative in drug supply and action on fugitives on Victoria streets pass unanimously appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Parents upset as Westshore Town Centre closes free indoor play area",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/parents-upset-as-westshore-town-centre-closes-free-indoor-play-area-1339598/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:44:33 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T22:44:33+00:00",
      "description": "The free play area that’s slated to close in the Westshore Town Centre is shown on July 30, 2026. (CHEK News) \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_3884-e1785451420894.jpg?fit=780%2C438&ssl=1\" /> Families who regularly visit Westshore Town Centre in Langford are expressing disappointment after learning the mall's free children's play area will permanently close on Aug. 2. The post Parents upset as Westshore Town Centre closes free indoor play area appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Suspects sought after violent robbery of senior in Vancouver: VPD",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/30/vpd-senior-man-violently-robbed/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:27:02 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T22:27:02+00:00",
      "description": "Vancouver police are asking for the public’s help to identify a group of suspects involved in what investigators describe as a violent robbery targeting a senior Tuesday morning."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "BC Hydro begins wildfire restoration work, assesses extensive infrastructure damage",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/30/bc-hydro-update-wildfire-damage/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:11:26 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T22:11:26+00:00",
      "description": "BC Hydro says crews have started restoration work in wildfire-affected areas while continuing to assess damage caused by the Big Bar and Brunswick wildfire complexes."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "‘One piece of larger puzzle’: New marker buoys dropped in Cowichan Bay to deter anchoring",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/cowichan-tribes-and-marine-conservation-group-call-on-boaters-beach-goers-to-protect-critical-eelgrass-habitat-1339570/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:10:55 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T22:10:55+00:00",
      "description": "(Lulumexun Facebook update shows new marker buoys going in the water to protect eel grass, July 29, 2026). \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Copy-of-Blank-background-for-pictures-58.png?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1\" /> New marker buoys and no-anchor zone signs now line the coast of Cowichan Bay, reminding boaters and beach-goers to help protect the fragile eelgrass habitat. The post ‘One piece of larger puzzle’: New marker buoys dropped in Cowichan Bay to deter anchoring appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CHEK News",
      "title": "Carney touts B.C. port expansion plan to strengthen independence, diversify economy",
      "link": "https://cheknews.ca/carney-touts-b-c-port-expansion-plan-to-strengthen-independence-diversify-economy-1339577/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:50:00 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T21:50:00+00:00",
      "description": "Prime Minister Mark Carney walks to give a statement after touring Global Container Terminals’ Deltaport facility, at Roberts Bank in Delta, B.C., on Thursday, July 30, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck \" data-large-file=\"https://i0.wp.com/cheknews.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/41a1c7c05984a050e0318e2dad53c0a000a3ea7575a3032cb82e48f62621ce42-e1785446788472.jpg?fit=780%2C440&ssl=1\" /> Prime Minister Mark Carney is backing a proposal to expand a major port facility in Metro Vancouver, saying its existing capacity won't be enough to meet Ottawa's goals for growing and diversifying the economy over the next decade. The post Carney touts B.C. port expansion plan to strengthen independence, diversify economy appeared first on CHEK ."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Metchosin gets long-awaited firehall upgrade in federal infrastructure funding spree",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/fire-hall-infrastructure-funding-9.7291257?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:45:52 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T21:45:52+00:00",
      "description": "Fifty-four projects in B.C. are benefiting from more than $150 million from the federal government, with the intention of improving local infrastructure."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "B.C. man defied wildfire evacuation order, then called for help when fire grew",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12003751/bc-man-defied-wildfire-evacuation-order-called-help-fire-grew/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:36:27 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T21:36:27+00:00",
      "description": "Crews responded and were able to get the man to safety, but officials are warning of the dangers of not obeying evacuation orders."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Carney says B.C. port expansion necessary to boost exports, independence",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12003754/carney-port-of-vancouver-expansion-plans/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:28:37 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T21:28:37+00:00",
      "description": "Carney outlined his support for the Port of Vancouver's Roberts Bank Terminal 2 expansion as he toured part of Global Container Terminals' Deltaport facility in Delta, B.C."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "B.C. Conservative Party campaign manager, executive director steps down",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/angelo-isidorou-bc-conservatives-steps-down-9.7291070?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:22:24 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T21:22:24+00:00",
      "description": "A party that generally polled in the low single-digits in B.C. for decades, the Conservative Party started rising in popularity dramatically following Angelo Isidorou's appointment and John Rustad becoming Conservative leader in 2023."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Carney touts B.C. port expansion plan to strengthen independence, diversify economy",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/30/carney-touts-b-c-port-expansion-plan-to-strengthen-independence-diversify-economy/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:03:43 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T21:03:43+00:00",
      "description": "Prime Minister Mark Carney is backing a proposal to expand a major port facility in Metro Vancouver, saying its existing capacity won't be enough to meet Ottawa's goals for growing and diversifying the economy over the next decade."
    },
    {
      "source": "CityNews Vancouver",
      "title": "Canadian suspect in Belgian espionage case appeals pre-trial detention decision",
      "link": "https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2026/07/30/canadian-suspect-in-belgian-espionage-case-appeals-pre-trial-detention-decision/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:50:47 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T20:50:47+00:00",
      "description": "The Belgian federal prosecutor's office says a Canadian facing espionage charges is appealing a decision to keep her in pretrial detention."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Sawmill closures ‘gut-wrenching’ amid lumber industry headwinds: Canfor CEO",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12003417/fox-creek-sawmill-closure/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:40:26 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T20:40:26+00:00",
      "description": "The Fox Creek, Alta. sawmill is closing because there's not enough fibre in the region to sustain it long-term, coupled with U.S. tariffs and weak markets, the company said."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Vancouver police release video of violent robbery of 75-year-old man",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12003542/vancouver-video-violent-robbery-senior/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:29:04 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T20:29:04+00:00",
      "description": "The victim was attacked on Tuesday morning while going for a walk near East Hastings Street and Jackson Avenue in the Downtown Eastside."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Wildfire near Logan Lake prompts evacuation alerts, partial closure of highway",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12003425/wildfire-logan-lake-evacuation-alerts-closure-highway/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:48:50 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T19:48:50+00:00",
      "description": "The wildfire near Logan Lake broke out on Wednesday and the BC Wildfire Service says it is about 88 hectares in size and burning out of control."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "YVR prepares for potential disruptions ahead of possible WestJet strike",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/vancouver-international-airport-yvr-westjet-9.7290795?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:31:19 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T18:31:19+00:00",
      "description": "Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is preparing for potential travel impacts due to a possible strike by WestJet flight attendants. Preparations include increasing terminal staffing."
    },
    {
      "source": "Global BC",
      "title": "Former NHLer Tood Warriner to coach Windsor women",
      "link": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12003276/former-nhler-tood-warriner-to-coach-windsor-women/",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:13:46 +0000",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T18:13:46+00:00",
      "description": "Former NHL player Todd Warriner has been named interim head coach of the University of Windsor's women's hockey team."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Crews called to rescue resident who defied evacuation order, B.C. Wildfire Service says",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/b-c-wildfire-crews-rescue-evacuation-order-9.7290196?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:29:59 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T14:29:59+00:00",
      "description": "Wildfire officials in British Columbia are urging people to abide by evacuation orders, after they say crews were forced to rescue a resident who had stayed in a fire zone."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Rare duck-billed dinosaur tracks in Tumbler Ridge help tell story of ancient delta, says earth scientist",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/research-published-on-tumbler-ridge-dinosaur-trackways-9.7287825?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T14:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "In 1988, earth scientist Guy Plint was conducting sedimentary studies around Tumbler Ridge, examining 86-million-year-old formations, when, unbeknownst to him, he unearthed duck-billed dinosaur tracks."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Penticton gallery faces backlash after donated art ends up at Value Village",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/penticton-art-gallery-faces-backlash-after-donated-art-ends-up-at-value-village-9.7290008?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T13:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "The Penticton Art Gallery says they made an error after donated pieces of art ended up discarded at the local Value Village. The decision prompted major backlash from local artists and members of the community."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Smoke and ash lead to flickering lights as wildfires torch hundreds of power poles in B.C.",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/bc-hydro-power-poles-flickering-lights-9.7290041?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T12:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "B.C. Hydro says it will have to replace hundreds of power poles due to wildfires raging in southern B.C., but that its major transmission lines have escaped major damage."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Carbon capture: a Canadian political history",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/carbon-capture-canadian-political-history-9.7289739?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 06:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T10:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "Mark Carney has pinned a new pipeline deal to the creation of the world's biggest carbon capture facility. Can this technology live up to its promise?"
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Kids' birthday parties are getting more expensive. Should guests help pay for them?",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/kid-birthday-parties-expensive-9.7285876?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 04:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T08:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "Many argue you shouldn't throw a party if you can't afford it, while others defend the practice given costs for everything are skyrocketing. But when did the expectations for children's parties get so high?"
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "20 Canadian writers to watch in 2026 — 4 of them from B.C.",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/books/20-canadian-writers-to-watch-in-2026-9.7274400?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Thu, 30 Jul 2026 04:00:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T08:00:00+00:00",
      "description": "Every year, CBC Books makes of list of writers making their mark on the Canadian literary scene. From romance to nonfiction, these authors are telling fresh and interesting stories."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Floating spa to be moored in Vancouver's Kitsilano marina, despite opposition",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/floating-spa-vancouver-kitsilano-maritime-museum-9.7290006?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:50:55 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T00:50:55+00:00",
      "description": "A Second World War-era marine vessel converted into a floating hydrotherapy spa will drop anchor in Vancouver’s Heritage Harbour Marina, and provide funds to a local museum."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "100 Mile House emergency department closed — again",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/100-mile-house-emergency-department-closed-again-9.7289967?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:22:52 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-30T00:22:52+00:00",
      "description": "The 100 Mile House District General Hospital's emergency department is closed for 13 hours on July 29 and July 30."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Woman missing from Shambhala music festival tried to call sister before disappearance, family says",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/shambhala-music-festival-missing-person-9.7289519?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:08:09 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-29T21:08:09+00:00",
      "description": "Kayla Boisvert of Trenton, Ont., was last seen July 27."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Cultus Lake Waterpark begins phased reopening after electrical incident that sent 12 children to hospital",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/cultus-lake-waterpark-reopens-9.7289421?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:46:11 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-29T20:46:11+00:00",
      "description": "After 12 children were injured in June by an electrical shock at Cultus Lake Waterpark, the park has begun a phased reopening starting July 29, following a six-week closure for safety investigations."
    },
    {
      "source": "CBC British Columbia",
      "title": "Mayor concerned about controlled burns near Clinton as wildfire rages nearby",
      "link": "https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/windy-fires-wednesday-bc-9.7289459?cmp=rss",
      "pubDate": "Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:41:00 EDT",
      "published_utc": "2026-07-29T20:41:00+00:00",
      "description": "The Pear Lake wildfire — the largest active wildfire in the province at about 669 square kilometres — has already destroyed several properties."
    }
  ]
}