Tag: Canada Day

Canada Day pancake breakfast returns to Baker Street

Community My Nelson Now Staff -
The Nelson Lions Club will once again host its annual Canada Day pancake breakfast on the 500 block of Baker Street, bringing residents and visitors together to kick off the holiday.

First Nations leaders setbacks in reconciliation should spur reflection this Canada Day

Provincial Emily Joveski -
Canada Day this year comes amid a surge in national pride among Canadians, however, First Nations leaders across the province say Canada Day should also be an opportunity to reflect on the country’s colonial history.

Majority of British Columbians optimistic about Canada’s future: poll

Provincial Emily Joveski -
A new poll finds Canadian pride is surging as the country prepares to mark its 158th birthday on Tuesday.

Canada Day in the Kootenays

Community My Nelson Now Staff -
Don’t know where to go and what to do this Canada Day, Tuesday, July 1? We’ve got you covered. Here is a full list of events happening around the Kootenays.

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

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

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

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

Kootenay unemployment rate dips to 4.9% in September

Labour
The jobless rate in the Kootenays stood at 4.9 per cent in September, down from 5.8 per cent the previous month and six per cent a year earlier.

Blue eyed beauty ready for adoption at BC SPCA

Community
Meet Blue, our Summit Radio Pet of the Week from the BC SPCA West Kootenay Branch, in Castlegar!

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

2026 BC Election
B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.
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