June 2026

B.C.’s doctors have ratified their main labour agreement with the province for the next four years. The agreement between the province and Doctors of BC increases funding for doctors practicing in areas of need, adds eligibility for after-hours premiums and provides funding to address gender inequity and income disparities. “Our health care system is under […]

Interior Health is warning individuals and families to be vigilant against pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, as cases of the highly contagious respiratory infection increase across the region. Health officials say infections have risen in recent weeks and are expected to climb further through the summer as travel, camps and large gatherings create more

A fundraising initiative started in the Okanagan is celebrating a milestone in its efforts to fund autism support networks across Canada. Founded by Kelowna resident Kim Inglis, the fundraising group Making Waves for Autism has announced it has raised over $110,000 for Autism Canada since getting its start in 2024. The fundraiser has gathered enough

A High Tea Party at the Maple Ridge Public Library on Wednesday, June 3, was a hit for Seniors Week. Around 135 people packed a section on the second floor to enjoy tea, treats, door prize draws, and a special concert by The Silvertones Choir. “Good Morning, Good Morning”, “Downtown”, and ”Eight Days A Week”,

A bogey on the final hole could not stop Jeevan Sihota from punching his ticket to Canada’s biggest golf tournament. The 22-year-old qualified for the 2026 RBC Canadian Open after successfully navigating a two-stage qualifying process, earning the first PGA Tour start of his career. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jeevan