Resident hummingbirds suffer in British Columbia’s frigid weather
BURNABY, B.C. — Harsh winter weather on British Columbia’s south coast has frozen out the area’s resident hummingbirds. The Wildlife Rescue Association says it has responded to more than 75 calls in...
View ArticleAbbotsford roads improving, but drivers urged to remain cautious
ABBOTSFORD (NEWS 1130) — Progress is apparently being made on roads in Abbotsford. Alex Mitchell with the City of Abbotsford says streets are still a bit slippery so anyone driving is asked to be extra...
View ArticleWinter storm brings heavy snow, ice to Midwest, Northeast
CHICAGO — A winter storm that has already caused trouble at airports in Chicago and Kansas City was expected to bring blizzard conditions to the Plains and Midwest on Saturday and could dump up to a...
View ArticleBlast of winter weather set to go through Lower Mainland again
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — The worst may be behind us here in Vancouver, but parts of B.C. are still dealing with more ugly winter weather this weekend. In the Fraser Valley, a winter storm warning is in...
View ArticleSnow response in full force as storm hits Lower Mainland
ABBOTSFORD (NEWS 1130) – Snow is sticking around parts of the Lower Mainland, leaving conditions which could make for a dicey Tuesday morning and afternoon on the roads. Meteorologist Russ Lacate says...
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More snow, colder temperatures ahead: Farmers Almanac
CALGARY (660 NEWS) – It’s not even Labour Day, but maybe you should be thinking about a nice warm winter coat. The Canadian Farmers Almanac has released its forecast for the coming winter calling it...
View ArticleWinter tires now mandatory on many B.C. highways
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) – Heads up out-of-town travellers: B.C.’s winter tire and chain requirements kick back in on Thursday. As of Oct. 1, you’ll be required to have winter tires with either the “M”...
View ArticleU Sports cancels 2021 winter national championships
SPORTSNET — No national championships in Canadian university sport will happen this season. U Sports has cancelled its 2021 national tournaments because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The impacted sports...
View ArticleB.C.’s second wave of COVID-19 is underway but under control, says top doctor
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) – As we were in the beginning, B.C. is the envy of many Canadians who remain under strict rules in other provinces, despite the second wave of COVID-19 officially being confirmed...
View ArticleB.C. ski resorts counting on locals to help weather COVID-19 impacts this winter
WHISTLER (NEWS 1130) – Resort operators in B.C. are hoping locals will help ease the financial hit expected as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Every winter, thousands of international travellers...
View ArticleProfessor suggests need for COVID-19 winter strategy promoting outdoors
Heading into the winter months during the pandemic has one professor calling for a seasonal strategy to get people outdoors safely. Troy Glover, a recreation and leisure professor at the University of...
View ArticlePM urges Canadians to wear masks indoors at all times as winter approaches
OTTAWA — As the COVID-19 situation continues to raise concerns, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau suggested on Friday that as winter approaches Canadians consider wearing a mask anytime they are indoors....
View ArticleBlanket BC in need of donations as COVID-19 forces in-person drive online
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) – A local group that helps keep Metro Vancouver’s most vulnerable warm during the coldest months is asking for a helping hand. Like many others, the Blanket BC Society has been...
View ArticleExpert reminding British Columbians to prioritize mental health ahead of winter
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — A mental health expert says those who have had a difficult time coping with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic could be facing another challenge to their mental health as gloomier...
View ArticleCOVID-19 vaccine will be ‘beginning of the end’, PM says, adding tough winter...
OTTAWA – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is urging Canadians to hunker down this winter, noting relief may just be a few months away. While COVID-19 cases skyrocket across the country in the second wave,...
View ArticleBe patient amid good COVID-19 vaccine news, epidemiologist says
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — Another vaccine announcement Monday offers the possibility of a cheaper and easier rollout, but it isn’t going to be a panacea or quick fix to the pandemic, according to an...
View ArticleB.C. education minister says ‘education partners’ were consulted on school...
VICTORIA (NEWS 1130) — The discussion, or lack thereof, about the school break not being extended this holiday season highlights a communication gap between the province and teachers. Earlier this...
View ArticleUBC professors accusing students of cheating, warning them of consequences
BURNABY (NEWS 1130) — As the winter term comes to a close at UBC, more alleged cheating incidents are coming to light. A warning from the school says: “it’s not worth it.” Matt Ramsey with the...
View ArticleEnvironment minister reminding outdoor enthusiasts to practice COVID safety...
NORTH VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — Before grabbing your snowshoes and heading into the backcountry this winter, don’t forget what B.C.’s top doctor has taught you. George Heyman, Minister of Environment and...
View ArticleVancouver’s UGM braces for freezing weather, city emergency shelters open
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — We are bracing for a blast of wintery weather in Metro Vancouver. Freezing temperatures are expected through the weekend along with snow which has the Union Gospel Mission...
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