Monday · Jul 6, 2026
South Delta residents may see cloudiness in drinking water this week during system adjustments
Metro Vancouver reversing water-main flow starting Monday, July 6, to support Stanley Park Water Supply Tunnel construction. Cloudiness will clear within a few days.
MLA Jordan Kealy elects jury trial in sexual assault case; next court date August 10
Independent BC legislator charged over allegations from January to September 2024, before his election. Kealy denies allegations and expects to enter not-guilty plea.
Delta Islanders win Game 1 of BC Junior Tier 1 lacrosse playoff series in overtime
Islanders defeat Langley Thunder 12-11 after 20 minutes of extra play Saturday. Christopher Paddon made 46 saves; Wyatt Groom scored game-winner.
Vancouver police clear Cambie Street after incident at Marine Drive intersection
Northbound traffic blocked Monday afternoon following police response. VPD has not confirmed the reason for closure; ambulances were present at the scene.
Mexico vs England at Jack Poole Plaza
Last of the Mexico matches at Jack Poole Plaza — fans had so much fun at the first one, they went again. Tension mounted as England held strong after a red card. High fives...
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Lions Bay rescue team airlifts couple from James Peak after exhaustion on Howe Sound Crest Trail
Married couple rescued Sunday after attempting full 10-kilometre-plus trek in single day. First operational night hover rescue for Lions Bay Search and Rescue.
BC Ferries restricts Langdale terminal loading due to mechanical issue until mid-July
Berth 1 damage forces vehicles to load at main deck only. Repairs expected to take up to ten days, lasting through July 15.
George Massey Tunnel replacement will cost $8.5 billion, now opening in 2031
B.C. more than doubled its project estimate from $4.15 billion and delayed completion by nine months; federal government will contribute $3 billion.
Metro Vancouver air quality warning as wildfire smoke drifts from Fraser Canyon
Eastern Fraser Valley hit by smoke from the Brunswick Creek wildfire; onshore winds expected to clear the haze through the day.
Granville Street stays car-free through Labour Day weekend
Vancouver extended the World Cup pedestrian zone and eligible patios through September 6, letting restaurants ride the summer tourism wave.
B.C. extends outdoor patios after FIFA World Cup wraps
the province extended outdoor patio permits beyond the World Cup to help hospitality businesses keep the revenue going. restaurants and bars can now keep their temporary patios...
Vancouver's business licensing now takes one day instead of ten
The city cut average processing time by 90 percent through digital modernization, becoming Canada's first to issue licenses through BC Wallet.
Vancouver forecast settles into sweet spot before heat returns next week
Seven days of sunshine ahead with temperatures hovering near seasonal averages—21°C daily highs—before warmer air builds in.
Strata forced to pay damages after failing to address neighbour's secondhand smoke
B.C. tribunal awards homeowner $2,500 after strata ignored 24 complaints about cigarette and marijuana smoke drifting into his unit.
Northern lights illuminate Lower Mainland skies over July Fourth weekend
Aurora displays danced across Metro Vancouver skies despite poor weather forecasts, with photographers capturing stunning green and violet hues.
Burnaby search and rescue team returns from Venezuela after earthquake relief
Seven members of Burnaby USAR, including two canines, returned from rescue efforts following devastating earthquakes that killed over 3,000 people.
B.C. introduces apprenticeship requirements for crane operators effective immediately
New skilled trades certification rules take effect today, requiring all crane operators to register within one year following recent workplace deaths.
L'Appartement brings Parisian ease to Kitsilano's West Broadway
A new boutique merges West Coast simplicity with French style, stocking carefully curated European womenswear, accessories, and jewelry.
Odd Burger closes its only Vancouver location on July 12
The vegan fast-food chain shuts down after less than two years on Main Street, citing a shift away from in-house manufacturing.
Metro Vancouver transit workers escalate job action over contract talks
Parks closed and specialized rescue teams off duty as union ramps up pressure on regional government over pay, safety, and contracting concerns.
Opera in the Park Returns July 19 as Vancouver Opera Locks in Its Maestro for Three More Years
Jacques Lacombe's reappointment signals another season of world-class performances under the stars at Deer Lake Park.
FIFA left some refs loose at FVDED festival
FIFA referees showed up at the FVDED music festival in Vancouver — someone caught the crossover nobody expected.
Science World doesn't have a 4:20 PM show — debunking Vancouver lore
Someone on Reddit set the record straight: Science World doesn't actually have a 4:20 show time. Locals were spreading the urban legend.
Vancouver's FIFA World Cup fan zone stretches across two months on Pacific Boulevard
The stretch between Smithe and Carrall streets is closed to traffic, serving as a secure outdoor concourse for match ticketholders with food trucks, merchandise, and sponsor...
Tesla driver passed out at the wheel on Canadian Rockies highway
A Tesla driver and passengers fell asleep at the wheel on a Canadian Rockies highway — everyone in the car was unconscious. Alarm bells for Autopilot safety.
Highway 99 Oak Street Bridge maintenance blocks left lane Monday morning
Bridge work from 11:45 p.m. Sunday to 5 a.m. July 7, will reduce capacity on the major south-bound route. Watch for traffic control.
