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CHEK News · 2026-08-11
Caroline Elliott looks at the Modern Treaty our Nation is negotiating with British Columbia and Canada and sees loss, so let me offer a different starting point, and a richer story than the one Ms. Elliott tells, says Songhees Nation Chief Ron Sam. The post…
CHEK News · 2026-08-12
A Ladysmith woman is embarking on the trip of a lifetime with her horse, Istrano, flying to Germany Tuesday to take on the world's best in Para Dressage. The post ‘He means everything’: Ladysmith para equestrian to compete in championship, credits horse with…
CBC British Columbia · 2026-08-11
The only public swimming pool and fitness centre in the city of Victoria is set to close its doors next month as part of a years-long project to replace the 55-year-old facility.
CHEK News · 2026-08-11
Two Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) officers were injured in an “incident” between a DFO vessel and a humpback whale along B.C.’s coast this past weekend. The post Two DFO officers injured in ‘incident’ between vessel and humpback whale appeared first on…
CHEK News · 2026-08-11
With more than 100 wildfires burning across B.C. and the province under a state of emergency, the BC SPCA says it is prioritizing support for animals and families affected by evacuations. The post BC SPCA caring for nearly 100 animals displaced by B.C.…
Global BC · 2026-08-11
Requests via text in the evening and overnight hours are 183 per cent higher than those received during the day, Kids Help Phone said.
Global Canada · 2026-08-12
The Prairie Economic Gateway is a major logistics and manufacturing hub planned for the city's southeast, in partnership between Calgary and Rockyview County.
National Post · 2026-08-11
Tristin Hopper: The government document warns that the land transfers may ‘take some getting used to,’ as they cover public lands that could end up sealed off from public access
Global Canada · 2026-08-11
Manitoba's addictions minister says it's a special but bittersweet day as the province opens its first supervised consumption site in Winnipeg.
The Hub Canada · 2026-08-11
The Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs is urging Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to halt work on the proposed West Coast pipeline, a roughly 1,250-kilometre line designed to move a million barrels of crude daily from a…
CityNews Vancouver · 2026-08-11
Canada could lose 102,000 jobs if the Canada-U.S.-Mexico agreement on trade breaks down, a new report warns. The report, prepared for the Canadian American Business Council by Oxford Economics, studied the potential economic consequences of CUSMA…
National Post · 2026-08-11
Report says customer's response to being touched by an employee during an argument was 'out of proportion' and included striking her in the face
CHEK News · 2026-08-11
A man, who was acquitted of the 1984 murder of 13-year-old Winnipeg schoolgirl Candace Derksen, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for sexually assaulting a British Columbia woman. The post Man acquitted of 1984 Winnipeg murder sentenced to 10 years…
Global Canada · 2026-08-11
The former officer is filing complaints to the province's police ethics and human rights commissions over the alleged actions of Quebec provincial police and Longueuil police.
CBC British Columbia · 2026-08-11
RCMP in Nanaimo partnered with a police helicopter service to target dangerous drivers in the city, following multiple complaints from residents about drag racing and other risky behaviour in some parts of the city in recent months.
CBC British Columbia · 2026-08-11
Officials say they are still searching for the black bear that attacked a three-year-old girl in Maple Ridge, B.C., on Sunday, after confirming a bear RCMP killed wasn't the one that did it.
Sportsnet · 2026-08-11
Hazel Mae and Ben Nicholson-Smith break down Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage undergoing meniscus surgery and his potential timeline, saying a return in 2026 is possible and would be great for his development.
CHEK News · 2026-08-11
A Calgary boy rescued after nearly drowning in a B.C. river is recovering in hospital, but his family says his lungs are badly damaged. The post Calgary boy, 9, recovering in hospital after nearly drowning in B.C. river appeared first on CHEK .
Sportsnet · 2026-08-11
Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White has had enough of the conversations around the WNBA this season that aren’t about basketball.
Sportsnet · 2026-08-11
A former (and possibly future) Toronto Raptor was spotted at the National Bank Open presented by Rogers.
Sportsnet · 2026-08-11
Max Scherzer joins Hazel Mae to discuss the “fourth out” rule and the bizarre call in the Blue Jays-Red Sox game on Monday, recalling a similar play in 2009 and how it turned out.
Sportsnet · 2026-08-11
The women’s quarterfinals wrap up at the National Bank Open presented by Rogers on Tuesday in Toronto. Watch it live beginning at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT.
Sportsnet · 2026-08-11
Watch as Kawhi Leonard shows up to take in quarter-final action at the National Bank Open, ahead of his anticipated return to the Toronto Raptors.
Sportsnet · 2026-08-11
The Toronto Blue Jays send their ace Dylan Cease to the mound as they look for a second straight victory against the Boston Red Sox. Watch the game live on Sportsnet and Sportsnet+ starting at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT.
Sportsnet · 2026-08-11
Belinda Bencic pulled out of the National Bank Open presented by Rogers on Tuesday due to a hip injury.
Sportsnet · 2026-08-11
Ben Shelton continues his title defence in the quarterfinals of the National Bank Open presented by Rogers on Tuesday. Watch it live beginning at 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT.
CBC Canada · 2026-08-11
An investigation led by the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary, looking at complaints involving exploitation material created with the aid of artificial intelligence program or programs, has resulted in nearly 60 charges against a 17-year-old in St. John's.
TechCrunch AI · 2026-08-11
One of OpenAI's longest-serving executives is headed out the door, although the longtime COO told staff that he was "excited to help you all advance the mission from a different vantage point."
TechCrunch AI · 2026-08-11
River AI, a startup founded by xAI co-founder Igor Babuschkin, has a fascinating vision for personal agents and secured $1.1 billion out of the gate.
Global BC · 2026-08-12
Shawna and Lucas Wagner were forced to leave behind what they had envisioned for their future as the newlyweds had only purchased the home in December.
Global Canada · 2026-08-12
Community leaders and previous councillor hopefuls say they are launching a website to gauge interest before going through the official petition process in coming weeks.
CHEK News · 2026-08-11
Here are key facts about the Bald Range wildfire that exploded within hours of its detection in British Columbia's south Okanagan region on Aug. 7. The post What to know about the Bald Range fire and B.C.’s wildfire emergency appeared first on CHEK .
Global BC · 2026-08-11
'As we drove away, we could see in our rear view mirror the fire cresting the mountain. It was that close and that fast. There was no time to do anything more,' Craig Milton said.
Global BC · 2026-08-11
On Tuesday, officials are expecting a high potential for lightning-caused wildfire starts, particularly in the central Interior and the Okanagan.
CBC Canada · 2026-08-11
A local pet owner is speaking out about her experiences after a routine walk with her dog through downtown Edmonton ended with an emergency trip to the vet.
Sportsnet · 2026-08-11
Kevin Pillar joins Blair and Barker to discuss why there are many reasons to rally around this Blue Jays team, stating how the Blue Jays generated excitement on their recent road trip and why they have the potential to make a run in September.