From BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre: 

The Province and the City of Kelowna have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that formalizes their commitment to work together to better support people who are unhoused, sheltering in encampments and to help prevent encampments in the future.

As the risk of avian influenza increases this fall with the migration of waterfowl and other birds, B.C. poultry farmers are being supported with new planning and preparedness strategies and stronger biosecurity measures on their farms.   

Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, has released the following statement about the forfeiture of Hells Angels properties:

British Columbians are invited to provide input to help shape and improve new emergency-management regulations, including post-emergency financial assistance for people recovering from a disaster.

To help B.C. food and beverage businesses learn about export opportunities and showcase their high-quality products, Pam Alexis, Minister of Agriculture and Food, is leading a three-day trade mission to Washington state.

By Katrine Conroy

A new roundabout is in the works for Highway 16 at McBride Street and 2nd Avenue in Prince Rupert, bringing major safety improvements, better pedestrian access and a smoother flow of traffic to the community.