Victoria 
Canada’s Inflation Slows to 1.8% in February, Led by Energy Price Declines
Canada’s inflation pace eased in February, offering a slight breather for consumers after stronger price growth earlier in the year, says Statistics Canada. According to the latest… Read more »
The Overhang: New Glass Cube Experience Overlooking Vancouver Island Debuts This Spring
A new sky-high attraction is coming to Vancouver Island this spring. Malahat SkyWalk in Malahat, B.C., has announced the launch of The Overhang, a glass cube experience… Read more »
Spring Ahead for the Last Time: British Columbia Adopts Permanent Daylight Saving Time
British Columbia will move to permanent, year-round daylight saving time beginning Sunday, March 8, 2026. When clocks move forward that morning, it will mark the final seasonal… Read more »
Starbucks Canada Launches Spring Menu March 3 with New Chai and Ube Drinks
Starbucks is introducing its spring menu in Canada beginning March 3, with new beverages, returning seasonal drinks and a few food additions. Another round of items follows… Read more »
Shambhala Music Festival Announces 2026 Lineup
Canada’s premiere Electronic Music Festival, Shambhala Music Festival, has announced the lineup for its 2026 edition. Now in its 27th annual edition, the independent festival continues its… Read more »
#ICYMI: Apply Before March 1 For Parks Canada Summer Jobs
Parks Canada is recruiting students and temporary workers to support its summer 2026 operations. Opportunities are available across its network of national parks, historic sites, and marine… Read more »
B.C. Confirms 40-Cent Wage Hike as Province Maintains Highest Provincial Minimum Wage
British Columbia’s minimum wage is set to rise again next year, continuing the province’s policy of linking increases to inflation. Starting June 1, 2026, the general minimum… Read more »
B.C. Drivers Will Soon Be Able to Renew Licences Online
The British Columbia government is preparing to move some driver licensing services online. Proposed amendments to the Motor Vehicle Act would allow Insurance Corporation of British Columbia… Read more »
Pacific Rim Whale Festival 2026: Head to Tofino to Celebrate Pacific Grey Whale Migration
Vancouver Island’s Pacific Rim National Park Reserve is known for many features. Whether it’s the incredible surfing opportunities, coastal scenery, wildlife and nature, Indigenous and cultural experiences,… Read more »
Summer 2026: Air Canada Ramps Up Mexico Flights from Three Hubs
Air Canada is increasing its focus on Mexico ahead of the Summer 2026 season, adding more seats and a new route as travel and trade links between… Read more »
Study Finds Canadians Wait More Than a Year Longer for New Medicines Than U.S. and Europe
Canadians are waiting significantly longer for access to new medicines compared with patients in other developed countries, according to a new study released by the Fraser Institute…. Read more »
Average Asking Rents in Canada Hit 31-Month Low in February Report
Canada’s rental market continued its slow reset in January, according to the latest National Rent Report from Rentals.ca and Urbanation. Average asking rents fell for the 16th… Read more »
Enoki Mushrooms Recalled Over Possible Listeria Contamination
A packaged mushroom product sold under the Mushmoshi brand has been pulled from store shelves after testing raised food safety concerns. The recall centres on enoki mushrooms… Read more »
McDonald’s Canada Brings Frank’s RedHot to McCrispy, McMuffins, and More
McDonald’s Canada is adding a new layer of heat to its menu, and this time, it’s doing it everywhere. For the first time, McDonald’s Canada has partnered… Read more »
BC Parks Increases Camping Fees and Adds a Non-Resident Fee Amid Record Use
If booking a campsite lately has felt more competitive, and a little more complicated, you’re not alone. B.C.’s parks are seeing unprecedented demand, and the province is… Read more »
What to Know as AIR MILES Transitions to BMO Blue Rewards
BMO is overhauling one of Canada’s best-known loyalty programs. The bank announced that AIR MILES will transition to a new program called Blue Rewards, launching in summer… Read more »
CFIA Expands Recall of Pizza Pops Due to Possible E. coli O26 Contamination
Certain Pillsbury Pizza Pops are being pulled from store shelves across Canada after a recall linked to possible E. coli O26 contamination, as the Canadian Food Inspection… Read more »
$5 Tickets and Popcorn at Cineplex Theatres Returns For 5 Upcoming Tuesdays
Cineplex is rolling out budget-friendly deals this winter to encourage Canadians to see new releases in theatres at discounted prices every Tuesday for the next 5 weeks…. Read more »
16 Pairs of FIFA World Cup 26 Tickets Up for Grabs in BC-Yukon
British Columbians and Yukoners have a chance to attend a FIFA World Cup 26 match in Vancouver through a fundraising draw tied to sport accessibility. The Level… Read more »
Trump at Davos: “Canada Lives Because of the United States. Remember That, Mark”
U.S. President Donald Trump sharply criticized Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Wednesday, responding directly to Carney’s remarks at the World Economic Forum in Davos that questioned… Read more »
New KFC Canada Matty Matheson Menu Features Sliders, Sandwiches and Poutine
KFC Canada has launched a limited-time menu in collaboration with Canadian chef and television personality Matty Matheson, with items rolling out nationwide starting January 19. The exclusive… Read more »
B.C. and Ontario Among Provinces with Highest Medical Travel as 105,000 Canadians Sought Care Abroad
An estimated 105,529 Canadians received non-emergency medical treatment outside the country in 2025, according to a new analysis by the Fraser Institute. The estimate follows the same… Read more »
Top British Columbia Small Towns & Cities For a Winter Getaway
Do you want a winter getaway in the Rockies, the coastal mountains, the rainforest, oceanside, lakeside, or riverside? No matter the type of scenery you prefer, the… Read more »
Statistics Canada: Thousands of Census Jobs Available Across Canada Starting at $25.87 an Hour
Statistics Canada is preparing for its next national census and is recruiting about 32,000 workers across the country to support the effort. Census employees are responsible for… Read more »