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$110K raised as Kelowna fundraiser for autism grows into national movement

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 […]

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A high tea and the ultimate sing-a-long honours seniors in Maple Ridge

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”,

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B.C. golfer qualifies for first PGA Tour start at RBC Canadian Open

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

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Texas company to pay $12.2M to Hieltsuk Nation to settle tugboat diesel spill impacts

A Texas-based cargo barge operator has agreed to pay $12.2 million to settle with a B.C. First Nations for environmental damage from a 2016 tugboat diesel spill. The deal with the Heiltsuk First Nation, based in Bella Bella, requires the company to participate in a traditional washing and healing ceremony and to provide 90 days’

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Maple Ridge to host information sessions for local election candidates

The City of Maple Ridge and Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows school district are holding upcoming information sessions for those considering a foray into local politics in this year’s Oct. 17 election. The city is encouraging residents to start preparing for the 2026 Local General Election, which will determine the community’s elected officials – one mayor, six

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