Community invited to grand opening celebration on June 18 The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB) is inviting its residents and visitors to celebrate the grand opening of Moonlit Meadows, a new yurt at Beaver Valley Family Park and Campground, during a special ribbon-cutting ceremony and community open house on Thursday, June 18, from 4 to […]

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary Emergency Management team is inviting Rossland residents to a free community preparedness evening designed to help people better understand how local emergency management works – and how simple steps taken now can make a big difference during emergencies. The event will take place on Wednesday, June 24 from 7:00 p.m. […]

In April 2026, 119 people in British Columbia lost their lives to suspected unregulated-drug toxicity according to preliminary data reported by the BC Coroners Service, equating to about four deaths per day. In 2026, deaths among those between the ages of 30 and 59 have accounted for 68% of drug-toxicity deaths in the province, and […]

The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) is sharing an update on the Castlegar & District Arena and Walking Track Project, which has now moved into the Request for Pre-Qualification (RFPQ) stage. Issued on May 28, 2026, the RFPQ invites qualified design-build firms to submit information about their experience and capacity to deliver the project […]

Five pets have now been reunited with their owners after a long journey that led them to the custody of BC Highway Patrol on Vancouver Island. On May 24, 2026, just after 2 p.m., a BC Highway Patrol officer was patrolling Hwy 1 (the Malahat Highway) near Goldstream Park when he saw the driver of […]

Textures of Canada, the latest Grand National exhibition, brings together a diverse and compelling collection of textile works that explore identity, culture, and connection across the country. Featuring a record number of submissions from Canadian artists, the exhibition highlights the depth and variety of contemporary textile practice, from traditional techniques to innovative approaches. The selected […]

BC Hydro is well prepared to meet increased demand, with more than enough electricity to reliably serve customers as hot weather arrives and visitors gather for the FIFA World Cup. With rising temperatures and increased activity, spring electricity demand is expected to climb to historic highs, with levels potentially approaching the summer record of 8,652 […]

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB) is inviting residents to continue the conversation about the future of waste management by participating in the second phase of engagement for its Solid Waste Management Plan update. Following strong participation in Survey #1, the project is now moving into the next stage, where residents are being asked […]

Prepare for an evening of thrills, laughs, and jaw-dropping spectacle as The Monsters of Schlock and Neil E. Dee bring Canada’s greatest sideshow collaboration to the Charles Bailey Theatre in Trail on Saturday, June 27. Combining world-record-setting talent with outrageous comedy and dangerous stunts, this unique live performance promises an unforgettable experience for fans of […]

Selkirk College is developing a new Medical Laboratory Assistant Program, supported by more than $400,000 in funding from the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. The program will be delivered at its Trail Campus to respond directly to a critical shortage of medical laboratory assistants across Interior Health (IH) and the province. “Our government […]