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Many B.C. drivers unaware amber lights trigger Slow Down, Move Over law

Roads my Cariboo Now - September 6, 2026

With traffic expected to pick up over the final long weekend of summer, drivers across the North are being reminded that flashing amber lights at the roadside carry the same Slow Down, Move Over requirements as flashing emergency lights.

Keep the wheels turning: Drivers needed for Canadian Cancer Society program

Community my Cariboo Now - August 20, 2026

Wheels of Hope needs more volunteer drivers across B.C. to help cancer patients get to treatment appointments.

Eby says tanker ban supports Prince Rupert’s future growth

Politics my Cariboo Now - July 30, 2026

Premier David Eby says maintaining the North Coast oil tanker ban will help Prince Rupert grow its economy while protecting the environment, allowing governments and First Nations to focus on sustainable development and marine safety.

Extreme heat pushes B.C. electricity demand to record high

Environment my Cariboo Now - July 22, 2026

Extreme heat drove electricity demand in British Columbia to a record summer high Tuesday evening as more households relied on air conditioning to stay cool.

Update: Amber Alert cancelled

RCMP my Cariboo Now - July 22, 2026

RCMP say the missing four-year-old boy has been found safe.

B.C. to eliminate second road test for most new drivers this fall

Provincial my Cariboo Now - July 21, 2026

Most new drivers in British Columbia will no longer have to pass a second road test to earn a full Class 5 driver's licence under changes to the province's Graduated Licensing Program taking effect this fall.

B.C. officials brace for worsening drought conditions and more wildfires

Wildfires my Cariboo Now - July 21, 2026

As hot, dry weather persists across southern B.C., provincial officials warned Tuesday that wildfire activity and drought conditions are expected to worsen before they improve.

RCMP launches new look cruiser across the country

RCMP my Cariboo Now - July 21, 2026

The new look will begin appearing on Canadian roads later this summer.

B.C. drowning deaths up more than 50% from last year, preliminary figures show

Community my Cariboo Now - July 21, 2026

Accidental drowning deaths in British Columbia have increased by more than 50 per cent compared with the same point last year, according to preliminary figures released during National Drowning Prevention Week.

Elections BC shares key dates and details for 2026 provincial election

Elections my Cariboo Now - July 21, 2026

British Columbia's 2026 local election season is officially underway, with the pre-campaign period beginning Monday and Elections BC reminding candidates, advertisers and voters of the rules and important dates leading up to election day.

BC Children’s Hospital urges families to make summer safety part of outdoor play

Health my Cariboo Now - July 15, 2026

With children spending more time at playgrounds, sports fields and parks during the summer, an injury prevention expert is encouraging families to take simple precautions to help keep outdoor activities safe.

B.C. Nurses’ Union sets up picket line at Nanaimo hospital

Health my Cariboo Now - July 13, 2026

B.C. nurses picketed outside Nanaimo Regional General Hospital on Monday as talks with a special mediator were set to begin in the ongoing labour dispute.