November 2025

Martini Town is transforming into a twinkling winter wonderland once again as Merry & Bright returns for its annual holiday celebration. Event organizers invite visitors to step straight onto a holiday movie set, complete with glowing lights, festive decor, and even a touch of movie snow. The outdoor experience will be open from 3 to […]

Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce executive team will be remaining the same for 2026. The chamber announced on Wednesday, Nov. 19, that the board of directors has reaffirmed the current executive for another term. Jerry Kok will remain in the role of president, Aaron Collins as vice president, Michael Zamprogno as Treasurer, and Danielle Janzen

The BC Conservative Party is accusing the provincial government of relying on outdated data when planning and building schools, a practice they say has contributed to overcrowding in new facilities. The party pointed to the newly built Cedar Hill Middle School in Greater Victoria, which opened in September, as an example of what it calls

B.C.’s ombudsperson says British Columbians are facing a growing mix of pressures when trying to access fair public services. Ombudsperson Jay Chalke released his 2024/2025 annual report Tuesday (Nov. 18) where he says a legislative committee hearing about his office’s reports would help ensure accountability and transparency when public administration problems are identified. His office