May 2026

A group of Yukon technology startups is attending Web Summit Vancouver from May 11 to 14 to connect with industry figures, potential investors, and new customers, including the territorial government. Described as a venue for advancing professional goals and bringing products to new markets, the summit will see representatives from the government, business support organizations, […]

A 10-year-old child riding a scooter was involved in a collision on Wednesday in Maple Ridge. The crash took place at around 12:45 p.m. in the 19600 block of Hammond Road. First responders including BC Emergency Health Services, Maple Ridge RCMP, and Maple Ridge Fire and Rescue responded to the call. One ambulance with primary

Local Maple Ridge competitive team Empire Equestrian jumped to top finishes at last weekend’s Mother’s Day Classic hunter jumper show at the Maple Ridge Equi-Sports Centre. Highlight results for the team of 14 riders include: Keira Marguerite and Giaco’s Secret – 1.0m Reserve Jumper Champion. Nadine McGinity and Courtship – second place 0.75 Jumper. Avery

A “cluster” of three new AI data centres has been proposed for B.C., with two slated for Vancouver and one intended for Kamloops. The “sovereign AI infrastructure” project was announced on May 11 as a collaboration between Telus and the federal government. “TELUS is advancing work with the Government of Canada on a proposed Sovereign

A nurse-led initiative at Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) is helping make kidney care more environmentally sustainable by reducing waste, improving recycling and changing medication disposal practices. The Going Green in the RJH Hemodialysis Unit initiative, led by registered nurse Gertie Michaelis-Martin, is being recognized during Nursing Week for its efforts to reduce the environmental impact