As weather in British Columbia transitions into fall, people can expect seasonal stormy conditions and are encouraged to take steps to prepare for cooler temperatures and the increased possibility of rain, snow and flooding.

Unregulated toxic drugs claimed the lives of 187 British Columbians in August and 183 in September, according to the BC Coroners Service.

Drivers are advised that the Kensington Avenue off-ramp from Highway 1 westbound will be closed overnight on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, for paving.  

People travelling over the Malahat are advised to plan ahead as paving and general road improvements will begin on Thursday evening, Oct. 3, 2024, near Goldstream.

To improve safety and traffic flow, work will start in October 2024 at the intersection of Highway 97 and Skaha Hills Drive.

People in Fort St. James will soon have enhanced access to high-quality health care as the new hospital and health centre nears substantial completion.

Students and families of Queen Elizabeth Elementary will benefit from more classrooms with an addition now under construction.

A new micro-credential program at North Island College (NIC) will help people living in rural and Indigenous communities build relevant skillsets to foster economic growth in their communities.