British Columbia

Kayak Unveils Annual Summer Travel Trends Report for Canadians

Discover the latest summer travel trends for Canadians as revealed by Kayak’s annual report. Calgary and South America are emerging as top destinations, with a surge in domestic travel interest. Find out about affordable airfares to U.S. cities and the growing appeal of South America for Canadian travelers. Plan your summer vacation wisely with insights from Kayak to make the most of your travel plans.

Chronic Wasting Disease Found in Maryland National Parks

White-tailed deer in Maryland national parks have tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), a contagious and fatal disease causing physiological and behavioral changes. The discovery was made during deer reduction operations, prompting officials to advise park visitors to avoid consuming venison from CWD-positive deer and report any sick or dead wildlife.

BC Cancer Centre at Royal Inland Hospital Approved

The Government of British Columbia has approved the business plan for the BC Cancer Centre at Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) in Kamloops, B.C. The $359 million project will include a five-storey facility with state-of-the-art cancer treatment capacity, including radiation therapy, MRI suite, and linear accelerator vaults. The facility will also feature a sacred space for traditional ceremonies in collaboration with Indigenous partners, and a new 470-stall parkade. BC Cancer executive vice-president and chief medical officer Dr. Kim Chi expressed excitement for the new treatment options to be brought to the region.

Chronic Wasting Disease Detected in British Columbia

The Province of British Columbia has responded to the first cases of chronic wasting disease in the region, as two deer samples from the Kootenay Region have been found to be affected. Chronic wasting disease is a fatal infectious disease…

B.C. hits record for hospital admissions as flu and RSV cases rise

B.C. hits record for hospital admissions as flu and RSV cases rise British Columbia is experiencing a surge in hospital admissions as cases of Influenza A and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) continue to rise. According to B.C. Provincial Health Officer…