CommunityPlus Main

B.C. border store says impact of what Trump says felt ‘right away’
by Amy Judd on July 12, 2025 at 1:23 am
New data from Statistics Canada shows the number of Canadians crossing the border by car in June was down 33 per cent, compared to the same month in 2024.
Music festival raises funds to pay B.C. ostrich farm’s legal fees
by Sydney Morton on July 12, 2025 at 1:12 am
The stage is being set up for the Live Stock Music Festival, a fundraising event to help with the legal fees incurred by Universal Ostrich Farm Inc.
WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 BC: July 11
by Globalnews Digital on July 12, 2025 at 1:00 am
Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6 BC.

Quebec is the happiest province in Canada, survey finds
by Globalnews Digital on July 12, 2025 at 4:57 pm
Leger says the overall results confirm 'a level of happiness that is relatively high but stagnant or even slightly down compared to the pre-pandemic period.'
National Defence considering purchase of fighter drones that could fly with F-35
by Globalnews Digital on July 12, 2025 at 3:45 pm
Government documents suggest purchasing a fleet of aerial combat drones that could fly alongside fighter jets could cost as much as $16 billion and would require hundreds of staff.
Historic Hector ship set for relaunch in Nova Scotia
by Globalnews Digital on July 12, 2025 at 2:21 pm
The rebuilt hull of the Hector is scheduled to be side-launched — eased into the water sideways — during a ceremony at the scenic harbour in Pictou, N.S.

Official International Auto Thrill Shows

Canada, USA & International

Official North American Auto Thrill Shows
There was a time when auto thrill shows drew larger crowds than NASCAR races. Spectators packed rickety wooden grandstands to watch daring young men in spiffy white uniforms do the “slide for life” or the “T-bone crash,” to drive cars on two wheels, or to jump cars or motorcycles from ramp to ramp.

…and more!

Alberta, Ottawa putting $203M to building over 2,300 new affordable housing units
by Globalnews Digital on July 11, 2025 at 7:52 pm
The province said the funding will go to 25 projects and see more than 2,300 units built, ranging from student housing in Edmonton to units in Calgary for the homeless.
U.S. investors scooping up homes faster than would-be buyers, data shows
by Globalnews Digital on July 8, 2025 at 4:14 pm
New data shows how investor purchases of U.S. homes are rapidly rising as affordability issues prevent many would-be buyers from getting into the real estate market.
Crypto industry wants Canada to embrace stablecoins, but concerns remain
by Globalnews Digital on June 30, 2025 at 11:25 am
A key focus in the push is to bring more legitimacy to stablecoins, a type of crypto designed to keep a steady value by pegging it to a currency.

Capital Regional District Approves Loan Authorization Bylaw to Purchase Watershed Land
on July 10, 2025 at 10:45 pm
The lands will be included in overall stewardship and watershed maintenance strategies to ensure the continued provision of high-quality, safe drinking water for residents of Greater Victoria.
Surrey Fusion Festival Wins Major Awards Two Years in a Row
on July 10, 2025 at 10:40 pm
Festival receives 2025 Gala Award for Most Outstanding Festival and ILEA Esprit Award for Best Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiative
Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District: Long Beach Airport MOU Strengthens Ties with Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation
on July 10, 2025 at 5:06 pm
Moving towards 2026, the ACRD and TFN will advance key objectives, including developing a long-term land use and development plan, reviewing leases, and expanding traditional TFN materials at the airport.

Helpful Links

CommunityPlus Memberships

Canada Weather

Transport BC News

CommunityPlus Main

Global BC news

Global Canada News

Official International Auto Thrill Shows

Global Money News

BC Civic Government News

CTV Top Stories

Huffington Post News

Latest Kijiji Ads-Location: BC Buy & Sell