Ladysmith Chronicle
Lessons learned in first year of NanaimoVancouver foot ferry service
Vancouver Island Ferry Company CEO reports 99.3% reliability for new foot passenger service between Nanaimo and Vancouver. Lessons learned from first year of operation include adjustments for various weather conditions. Plans for improvements include adding indoor waiting area in Vancouver. Over 400,000 passengers served with two new vessels aiding in reliability. Some passengers report smooth sailing experiences despite initial concerns.
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CityNews Vancouver
Hullo Ferries marks one year, looks to expand service
Hullo Ferries overcomes rough start, aims to expand service after successful first year. CEO Alistair Caddick highlights improved operations, punctuality, and customer service. Plans to enhance accessibility for passengers with bicycles. Looking to grow business model, offer special event sailings, and potentially add a third vessel in the future. Financial details remain private.
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Vancouver Is Awesome
Vancouver weather Significant showers to make a splash this weekend
Some dry days in Vancouver before weekend showers. High of 25 C on Saturday with 30% chance of rain. Sunday to see up to 17 mm of precipitation. Monday brings mix of sun and cloud with sturgeon supermoon. Grey skies and showers expected on Tuesday and Wednesday. Stay updated with V.I.A.’s Weatherhood for hyperlocal forecasts.
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Times Colonist
Lightning, strong winds, rain forecast for capital region, east Island
Weather system bringing storms, lightning to Vancouver Island Saturday night. Environment Canada issues warning for strong winds, thunderstorms, heavy downpours. Potential for gust-level winds, power outages, reduced visibility for motorists. Front moving from Oregon, Washington to B.C. by evening. [email protected]
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CityNews Vancouver
PNE reveals name of new outdoor amphitheatre
Freedom Mobile has revealed the name of the new amphitheatre on the PNE grounds as the Freedom Mobile Arch. The name was chosen through a public voting process and is part of a 12-year agreement with the PNE. Construction is expected to be completed in the summer of 2026, showcasing British Columbian and Canadian engineering. The venue will hold around 10,000 people for various performances.
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The Weather Network
Rare nighttime storm risk to target Vancouver and Victoria
Risk of strong to severe thunderstorms in southwestern British Columbia overnight, with potential for severe storms. Nocturnal thunderstorms pose danger as warnings may be missed. Upper-level trough from Pacific Northwest may bring thunderstorms to Greater Victoria, Lower Mainland, and possibly Sunshine Coast and eastern Vancouver Island. Uncertainty on how far storms will travel up the Strait of Georgia.
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CTV News Vancouver
Fireravaged East Vancouver apartment building demolished
Vancouver apartment building plagued by fires being demolished. Former tenants criticize owner for neglect. Owner fined for bylaw violations. Demolition costs $1.2 million, to be paid by owner. Recent fire under investigation, squatters suspected.
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Global News Toronto
Demolition of Vancouver building gutted twice by fire now underway
The remaining part of a fire-damaged East Vancouver apartment building will be demolished on Friday. The vacant building on East 10th Avenue was damaged in a fire on Aug. 6 and deemed unsafe by the city. The owner was fined for fire code violations. Residents are frustrated with the delay in demolition after a previous fire.
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CTV News Vancouver
BC Hydro scrambling to restore power after wind and lightning storm
Thousands of British Columbians lost power due to a storm with wind and lightning in the southwestern region. At its peak, 20,000 customers were affected, with numbers dropping to 5,185 by 10 a.m. Most outages were in Burnaby, with some in the Lower Mainland, Sunshine Coast, and Vancouver Island. BC Hydro responded with crews overnight. Another storm is expected, but impact is not expected to be as severe.
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CTV News Vancouver
The PNE Fair and other events to check out in Vancouver this weekend
The PNE fair in Metro Vancouver opens Saturday with various attractions. Other events this weekend include the Festival of India, Bill Reid Gallery open house, BC Lions game with Nathan Rourke’s return, New West Pride Street Festival, Richmond Garlic Fest, Car Free Day in Port Moody, and Vancouver pop-up markets.