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• Abbotsford Canucks hire new assistant coach, video coach

  31-07-2026 20:54 via abbynews.com
  
  The Abbotsford Canucks have filled out the coaching staff for the 2026-27 season.
  General manager Richard Seeley announced the hiring of Mark O’Leary as assistant coach and Lucas Bourdon as video coach on Friday (July 31) morning.
  “We’re excited to finalize our coaching staff by welcoming Mark and Lucas to the Abbotsford Canucks,” Seeley stated. “Mark brings valuable head coaching experience from the WHL, along with international experience through Hockey Canada. He
  
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• Pear Lake wildfire near Clinton grows to 115,438 hectares

  02-08-2026 20:58 via abbynews.com
  
  The Pear Lake wildfire near Clinton continues to grow, and as of Sunday (Aug. 2) was estimated at 115,438 hectares; an increase of nearly 25,000 hectares since Saturday morning, when it was estimated at 90,475 hectares.
  At its southeastern edge the fire has pushed into the Rim Lake wildfire between Loon Lake and Chasm. That fire showed minimal growth overnight on Aug. 1, and as of Sunday was estimated at 4,577 hectares.
  These two fires, along with the French Bar Creek wildfire, make up the Big B
  
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• UPDATE: Evacuation orders issued for La Casa due to Quilpituk wildfire

  02-08-2026 20:45 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE: 11:31 a.m.
  An evacuation order has been issued for the La Casa area as the Quilpituk wildfire continues to burn.Properties under evacuation orders should leave the area immediately.The following addresses are listed under the evacuation order:
  Barcelona Drive
  Dunwaters Road
  Fair Bridge Road
  7142 and 7174 Fintry Delta Road
  Fintry Estates
  Gray Road
  Kelly Place
  La Palma Loop
  Madrid Way
  Marbella Loop
  Muir Road
  Sante Fe Way
  Santiago Loop
  Shalal Road
  Toledo Drive
  Terazona Drive
  Valencia Way
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• More crew being brought in to Riley Creek fire south of Lillooet

  02-08-2026 19:56 via abbynews.com
  
  More personnel are being brought in to deal with the Riley Creek wildfire south of Lillooet, which as of Sunday morning (Aug. 2) was still estimated at 1,150 hectares.
  BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) reports that they continue to see increased activity on the fire, which is burning in very steep and rocky terrain.
  Heavy equipment and fallers are continuing to build control lines to the east of the fire, as well as to the south parallel to Texas Creek Road. Fallers are accompanying heavy equipment to
  
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• VIDEO: Ascendant Vancouver FC downs Ottawa

  02-08-2026 19:38 via abbynews.com
  
  Vancouver FC coach Martin Nash’s was sounding upbeat about the team’s performanceprior to Saturday’s game against Atlético Ottawa.
  “We’ve been able to grind out some results, which is nice,” Nash said. “Yeah, we’ve won a couple by big scores, but we’ve also grinded some wins out. I feel that we’re becoming another team that can win dirty; we can win ugly.”
  They were victorious, again, with Vancouver FC taking down Atl&eacut
  
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• Guichon Creek fire near Logan Lake classed as Being Held

  02-08-2026 19:11 via abbynews.com
  
  As of Sunday morning (Aug. 2), the Guichon Creek wildfire outside Logan Lake was classed as Being Held.
  The fire, discovered on July 29, had spread to 145.4 hectares and crossed Highway 97C to the west of Logan Lake. Seven properties in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District, and 49 properties in Logan Lake, are currently on evacuation alert due to the fire.
  According to the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS), a fire classed as Being Held is a wildfire that is projected, based on fuel and weather conditi
  
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• WestJet cabin crew work stoppage in effect

  02-08-2026 17:36 via abbynews.com
  
  WestJet plans are touched down on Sunday, Aug. 2 as the cabin crew is on strike.
  The union representing WestJet’s cabin crew staff issued a 72-hour strike notice on July 30, just before the B.C. Day long weekend.
  However, after 72 hours, a deal between WestJet and the union wasn’t agreed upon. The strike prevents the airline from operating its scheduled 737 and 787 flights.
  “We’re disappointed to be here, this directly impacts the travel plans of our guests, our WestJette
  
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• Multiple evacuation orders, alerts remain as Bradley Creek wildfire still out-of-control

  02-08-2026 17:00 via abbynews.com
  
  As the Bradley Creek wildfire continues to burn on Sunday morning (Aug. 2), it is now estimated to be 2,603 hectares in size.
  Additionally, all evacuation orders and alerts remain in place.
  These orders and alerts have been issued by multiple organizations including the Okanagan Indian Band, Regional District of North Okanagan, The Corporation of the Township of Spallumcheen, Splatsin Kukpi7 & Tkwamipla, Columbia Shuswap Regional District, and the City of Armstrong. In total, there are four
  
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• UPDATE: Quilpituk Creek wildfire close to Westside Road now 40 hectares in size

  02-08-2026 16:19 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE 8:10 a.m.
  BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says the Quilpituk Creek wildfire grew north and west overnight.
  As of right now, it remains 40 hectares in size.
  “Crews have completed a sprinkler line set up along the powerline on the west flank,” said BCWS. “This morning they will be continuing to establish hoselay for water delivery to the fire’s edge and conducting danger tree assessments and falling as they work their way around the fire perimeter.”
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• Quilpituk Creek wildfire close to Westside Road now 40 hectares in size

  02-08-2026 16:19 via abbynews.com
  
  The latest wildfire found in the Central Okanagan, known as the Quilpituk Creek wildfire along Westside Road, is 40 hectares in size and remains out of control on Sunday morning, Aug. 2.
  The blaze was discovered in the La Casa area, south of Fintry, around 9 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1.
  As the fire quickly spread on Saturday night and into Sunday morning, Central Okanagan Emergency Operations (CORD) issued multiple evacuation orders and alerts, which remain in place.
  At 11:45 p.m., all properties n
  
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• Blue Grouse Creek wildfire in West Kelowna remains out of control

  02-08-2026 15:48 via abbynews.com
  
  The wildfire in West Kelowna remains out of control on Sunday morning, Aug. 2.
  Known as the Blue Grouse Creek wildfire, the 20-hectare blaze was last updated by BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) at 9:19 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1.
  In that update, BCWS stated the blaze was displaying Rank 1 fire behaviour, meaning it’s “a smouldering ground fire with no open flame, white smoke and slow rate of spread.”
  On Sunday morning, an evacuation alert remains in place for Baird Road, Bancroft Road
  
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• QUIZ: In celebration of the long weekend

  02-08-2026 13:20 via abbynews.com
  
  In many but not all parts of Canada, the first Monday in August is a statutory holiday.
  In other areas, it is not a statutory holiday, but is still observed by businesses and residents.
  This is a time for special events, time at the lake or simply time to enjoy an extra day off work.
  How much do you know about this statutory holiday and the festivities surrounding it? Put your knowledge to the test with these 10 questions.READ MORE: QUIZ: A time to celebrate Canada
  READ MORE: QUIZ: The continuin
  
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• Westbank First Nation opens gym to shelter wildfire evacuees

  02-08-2026 09:16 via abbynews.com
  
  Three wildfires burning on the west side of Okanagan Lake have prompted thousands of properties to be placed on evacuation order and alert.Wildfire evacuees and Okanagan Indian Band members are invited to find shelter at the Westbank First Nation gym at 1920 Quail Lane, Westbank.The facility has snacks, water, a limited number of sleeping mats, washroom facilities, and security patrolled parking.Emergency Support Services will open at 9 a.m. at Westbank Lions Hall.
  
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• UPDATE: Splatsin First Nation issues evacuation order and alert for Bradley Creek wildfire

  02-08-2026 04:54 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE: Aug. 2, 1:40 a.m.
  Three properties in Salmon River IR1 have been placed on evacuation order by the Splatsin First Nation Kukpi7 & Tkwamipla. The properties ordered to leave the area immediately are 5211 Heywood Armstrong Rd., 5217 Heywood Armstrong Rd. and 4909 Salmon River Rd.All remaining properties in Salmon River IR1 have been placed on evacuation alert and should be ready to leave at any time.The Bradley Creek wildfire is still estimated to be 1,047 hectares in size and burning
  
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• UPDATE: Spallumcheen expands evacuation orders, wildfire crossed Highway 97

  02-08-2026 04:54 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE: 10:20 p.m.
  The evacuation order has expanded for the Township of Spallumcheen as the Bradley Creek wildfire is pushed north by the wind.Embers have been reported falling in the area and those in the area directly west of Armstrong are advised to leave immediately.Evacuees can register at the Hassen Memorial Arena in Armstrong.Structure protection and defence are expected to be on scene of the Bradley Creek wildfire overnight.BC Wildfire reports aggressive behaviour from the fire heading
  
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• UPDATE: Section of Hwy 97 near Vernon closed by Bradley Creek Wildfire

  02-08-2026 04:54 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE: 8:33 p.m.
  Highway 97 has been closed between Old Kamloops Road in Vernon and Salmon River Road due to the Bradley Creek Wildfire.
  The neighbouring Westside Road has also been closed from Highway 97 until Bonneau Road because of the blaze.So far, the wildfire has caused three evacuation ALERTS and two evacuation ORDERS to be issued in the North Okanagan.
  The fire is 1,047 hectares according to BC Wildfire, who have committed nine Initial Attack Crews, three operational field staff, four
  
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• UPDATE: Evacuation alert added to western side of Armstrong due to Bradley Creek wildfire

  02-08-2026 04:54 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE: Aug. 2, 12:24 a.m.
  The City of Armstrong has added an evacuation alert due to the Bradley Creek wildfire.
  Around 12:15 a.m., the City issued the alert to all properties along the western edge of the city.
  The properties include:3075, 3275 Fraser Road;
  3909, 3915, 3945, 3955, 3965, 3985 Wood Avenue;4000 Noble Road;
  2915, 3065, 3185 Otter Lake Road;
  3930 Patten Drive;
  2365 Pleasant Valley Road.“If you live in the affected area, be prepared to leave on short notice if conditions chang
  
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• UPDATE: Wildfire near La Casa reaches 10 hectares, evacuation orders remain

  02-08-2026 04:50 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE: Aug. 2/26 at 12:20 a.m.
  The Quilpituk Creek wildfire has grown to 10 hectares.BC Wildfire Service has not provided any information on the behaviour of the blaze.An evacuation order was issued just before midnight for properties north of Nahun and south of La Casa.With Westside Road closed northbound due to aggressive Bradley Creek wildfire and people are to evacuate south toward West Kelowna.UPDATE: 11:45 p.m.
  All properties north of Nahun and south of La Casa are on order to evacuate.Th
  
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• UPDATE: Evacuation order issued due to wildfire near La Casa

  02-08-2026 04:50 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE: 11:45 p.m.
  All properties north of Nahun and south of La Casa are on order to evacuate.The Central Okanagan Regional District issued the order for the following properties:
  5455 and 5495 Deighton Road
  5625, 5875, 6409, 6421, 6433, 6445, 6457, 6469, 6493, 6481 Westside Road
  Anyone in the area should leave immediately. Westside Road is closed northbound due to another wildfire and evacuees should go south toward West Kelowna.Emergency Support Services will be available at Westbank Lions Ce
  
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• UPDATE: OKIB calls for more Evacuation Orders due to wildfire near Vernon, Westside Road closed

  02-08-2026 02:00 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE: 5:05 p.m.
  The Bradley Creek wildfire continues to cause Evacuation Orders and alerts near Vernon Saturday evening.According to the Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB), Evacuation Orders have been issued for all properties North of Bonneau Road and South of Highway 97, and all properties across the lake along Head of the Lake Road, Hawhola Road, and all properties up to the OKIB IR 1 boundary.People in the area must evacuate immediately due to the wildfire causing risk to human life and safety.&l
  
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• UPDATE: OKIB calls for Evacuation Order due to wildfire near Vernon, Westside Road closed

  02-08-2026 00:00 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE: 3:55 p.m.
  The Okanagan Indian Band Emergency Operations Centre has called for an Evacuation Order for all properties north of Mary Emerald Bay Road to Simila Road due to the Bradley Creek Wildfire.As of 3:30 p.m., a tactical evacuation is underway for residents on Pebble Park Lane.People must leave the area immediately to protect public safety as fire conditions continue to evolve.According to OKIB, emergency personnel are working directly with affected residents to support the evacuatio
  
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• Evacuation orders issued for Riley Creek fire south of Lillooet

  01-08-2026 20:34 via abbynews.com
  
  Two properties in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) are now on evacuation order due to the Riley Creek wildfire, while 14 properties along Lytton-Lillooet Highway 12 and Kirbys Flat Road are now on evacuation alert.
  The Riley Creek wildfire, which is burning out of control nine kilometres south of Lillooet, was discovered on June 24, and is currently estimated at 1,150 hectares. BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) says that the fire was caused by lightning.
  The two properties on evacuation ord
  
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• ‘We need help’: Letter, petition, MLA call on Eby to declare state of emergency due to Cariboo fires

  01-08-2026 20:33 via abbynews.com
  
  A letter and petition, along with the BC Conservatives, are calling on Premier David Eby to declare a state of emergency in the face of massive wildfires burning in the Southern Interior.The letter template has been shared in multiple Cariboo Facebook groups, with individuals chiming in both for and against the proposal, and some saying they have sent the letter to the government.“I am writing as a gravely concerned resident of the Cariboo and as one of many people who are increasingly fri
  
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• ‘We need help’: Letter, petition circulates calling on Eby to declare state of emergency due to Cariboo fires

  01-08-2026 20:33 via abbynews.com
  
  A letter and petition are circulating online calling on Premier David Eby to declare a state of emergency in the face of massive wildfires burning in the Southern Interior.The letter template has been shared in multiple Cariboo Facebook groups, with individuals chiming in both for and against the proposal, and some saying they have sent the letter to the government.“I am writing as a gravely concerned resident of the Cariboo and as one of many people who are increasingly frightened and ove
  
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• Guichon Creek fire near Logan Lake holding at 145 hectares

  01-08-2026 20:03 via abbynews.com
  
  The Guichon Creek wildfire (K21320) near Logan Lake is holding at an estimated 145 hectares as of Saturday morning (Aug. 1).
  The fire, which was discovered on July 29, is burning west of Logan Lake and is suspected to have been human-caused.
  The District of Logan Lake has issued an evacuation alert covering 49 properties in the Acreages, while the Thompson-Nicola Regional District has issued an evacuation alert for seven properties along Tunkwa Lake Road.
  On July 31, an update from Logan Lake Fi
  
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• UPDATE: Wildfire near Westside Road grows to 200 hectares, evacuation alerts expanded

  01-08-2026 19:30 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE: 10:32 a.m.
  The Bradley Creek wildfire burning north of Westside Road near Vernon has now grown to 200 hectares.The blaze was discovered on Friday, July 31, and has quickly jumped to its current size in less than 24 hours.“Fire growth and size for this incident is predominately attributed to the grassy fuel type which burns fast and makes for a quicker rate of spread,” said BCWS.
  The fire is burning out of control and is suspected to be human caused.The Okanagan Indian Band (O
  
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• Extreme fire behaviour expected as Pear Lake wildfire grows to 90,475 hectares

  01-08-2026 19:22 via abbynews.com
  
  Extreme fire behaviour is expected in the Big Bar complex of fires on Saturday (Aug. 1), with a cold front passing over the Southern Interior and Cariboo regions bringing wind gusts of up to 40-45 km/hr or higher.
  As of Saturday morning, the Pear Lake wildfire near Clinton was estimated at 90,475 hectares. The Rim Lake wildfire to the east was estimated at 4,338 hectares, and the French Bar Creek wildfire to the west was estimated at 29,923 hectares.
  “The weather systems driving this cold
  
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• Extreme fire behaviour expected as Pear Lake wildfire grows to 103,921 hectares

  01-08-2026 19:22 via abbynews.com
  
  Extreme fire behaviour is expected in the Big Bar complex of fires on Saturday (Aug. 1), with a cold front passing over the Southern Interior and Cariboo regions bringing wind gusts of up to 40-45 km/hr or higher.
  As of Saturday morning, the Pear Lake wildfire near Clinton was estimated at 103,921 hectares. The Rim Lake wildfire to the east was estimated at 4,338 hectares, and the French Bar Creek wildfire to the west was estimated at 29,993 hectares.
  “The weather systems driving this cold
  
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• Felker Lake wildfire remains out of control in South Cariboo

  01-08-2026 19:03 via abbynews.com
  
  The Felker wildfire south of Williams Lake sits at 4,217 hectares as of Saturday, Aug. 1.​BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) continues to respond to the blaze with ground crews, local contract crews, heavy equipment operators, fire departments and aviation resources.
  ​It includes 144 firefighters, an incident management team, nine helicopters, 25 pieces of heavy equipment and 16 structure protection personnel.
  ​BCWS said objectives are responder and public safety, and the protection of
  
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• UPDATE: Wildfire near Westside Road grows to 100 hectares, evacuation alerts in place

  01-08-2026 17:00 via abbynews.com
  
  UPDATE: AUG 1, 8:04 a.m.
  The Wildfire burning off Westside Road near Vernon has grown overnight and is now approximately 100 hectares, according to BC Wildfire Service (BCWS).Discovered Friday night on July 31, the fire is burning near the Okanagan Indian Band.The Okanagan Indian Band issued an evacuation alert earlier in the day for a number of properties along Bonneau Road, Pebble Park Lane, Louis Road, properties along any roads north of Westside Road between Bonneau and Komasket Road.The ale
  
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