CTV News Vancouver
Pride parade, Powell Street Festival and other B.C. Day long weekend events in Metro Vancouver
Vancouver offers diverse events for B.C. Day weekend, including Pride parade, Powell Street Festival, BC Place patio, Portobello West market, and suburban festivals in White Rock, West Vancouver, and Maple Ridge. Various activities cater to different interests, from cultural celebrations to outdoor entertainment.
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Vancouver Is Awesome
Opinion Was this what Vancouver council worried its integrity commissioner might disclose
Integrity Commissioner Lisa Southern released two reports ahead of Vancouver city council’s special meeting. Reports detail power struggles between city officials and park board, including complaints against Mayor Ken Sim. Southern dismissed complaints but shed light on alleged actions. Council to review her mandate, sparking concerns of silencing commissioner. Vote needed to suspend her work.
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CTV News Vancouver
‘A community loss’ Neighbour upset by West Vancouver plan to sell beach access path to private owner
A public beach access trail in West Vancouver is set to be privatized to sweeten a property deal. Residents are upset as the mayor and council prioritize money over community wishes. The sale includes the path for $6.5 million, angering locals who want it to remain public. Mayor plans to use funds to acquire a waterfront property for 40 years. Residents urge community action to halt the sale.
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CTV News Vancouver
West Vancouver mayor frustrated by housing bylaw deadline CTV News
Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon gives West Vancouver council 30 days to comply with new regulations allowing for multiple units on single family lots. Council requests extension until September, but Kahlon rejects it. Mayor Mark Sager argues most properties already compliant, but Kahlon insists on changes. Disagreement over provincial intervention in local planning. Kahlon and Sager unable to meet to discuss issue.
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Global News Toronto
B.C. weather 13 daily records set under ongoing ridge of high pressure
Record-breaking heat continues in B.C. as 13 communities set new daily temperature highs on Aug. 2, with Lytton hitting 40.3 C. The Kootenays also experienced scorching temperatures. A ridge of high pressure is causing ongoing heat warnings in various regions, with temperatures expected to reach the mid-to-upper 30s. Cooling is anticipated by the weekend.