A delegation from British Columbia is arriving in Los Angeles to highlight the advantages of partnering with the film and TV industry on Canada’s West Coast and to explore the benefits of staging productions in B.C.

A significant fall storm is impacting Vancouver Island. Downed power lines, debris and fallen trees have resulted in multiple highway closures on the island.

The arrival of a significant storm to the south coast of British Columbia is a reminder to drivers that weather conditions can change quickly at this time of year, and to be prepared for the onset of winter road conditions.

People living in the coastal regions of British Columbia, as well as in Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and parts of the Interior, can expect stormy weather and strong winds starting Tuesday, Nov. 19 and extending through Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024.

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.

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.