Tag: East Kootenay

East Kootenay candidates confirmed for provincial election

2026 BC Election Kate Brown -
The final candidate lists are set for Columbia River-Revelstoke and Kootenay-Rockies ahead of B.C.’s 2026 provincial election.

Angel Flight East Kootenay keeps patients connected to medical care

Community My East Kootenay Now Staff -
Angel Flight East Kootenay has been helping residents reach medical care in Kelowna for more than seven years, providing flights at no cost to patients.

Canadians are losing millions to investment and crypto fraud: BBB

Crime My East Kootenay Now Staff -
Investment and cryptocurrency scams posed the greatest risk to Canadians among scam categories tracked by the Better Business Bureau last year, according to the organization’s latest Scam Tracker Risk Report.

Energy efficiency workshops coming to East Kootenay communities

Columbia Basin Trust Layne Gallant -
Free Home Energy Efficiency Workshops are being offered in seven East Kootenay communities this fall to help homeowners improve comfort and reduce energy use at home.

Crate of kittens found after being left outside the Cranbrook SPCA

City of Cranbrook Layne Gallant -
Four nine-week-old kittens were found outside the BC SPCA East Kootenay location.

Matthew Creek fire downgraded from wildfire of note

Wildfires Josiah Spyker -
Following the evacuation alert being lifted for the City of Kimberley, the Matthew Creek fire has been downgraded from a wildfire of note. 

Eleven fires still active in East Kootenay

Wildfires Josiah Spyker -
There are 11 fires actively burning in the East Kootenay, but none are seeing significant growth for now. 

Air quality warning in effect due to wildfire smoke

Wildfires Josiah Spyker -
Environment Canada has issued a yellow air quality advisory for much of the province, including the East Kootenay. 

East Kootenay wildfires: Pennock Creek fire now being held as crews monitor several active blazes

Wildfires Kate Brown -
The B.C. Wildfire Service said the Pennock Creek wildfire near Wardner is now being held, marking the most significant change in its latest wildfire update for the East Kootenay.

Mosquitos wreaking havoc in East Kootenay, treatment underway

City of Cranbrook Josiah Spyker -
The East Kootenay has been inundated with pesky bloodsuckers, but the City of Cranbrook said treatment work is ongoing. 

Canada Day celebrations coming up across the East Kootenay

Community Layne Gallant -
Communities across the East Kootenay are gearing up for Canada Day celebrations on Wednesday, July 1. 

Flood watch issued for East Kootenay

Weather Kate Brown -
The River Forecast Centre has issued a flood watch for the East Kootenay region as accelerated snowmelt pushes river levels higher this week.

Thunderstorm warning throughout East Kootenay

Weather Kate Brown -
Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the East Kootenay service area, with storms expected to develop late this afternoon and continue into the evening.

Two new fires sparked in East Kootenay

Wildfires Josiah Spyker -
The BC Wildfire Service is reporting two out-of-control fires in the East Kootenay region. 

Rockies water restrictions highlight risk to East Kootenay fisheries

Fish & Wildlife Kate Brown -
New water restrictions in the Rocky Mountains are raising concerns in the East Kootenay, as officials warn whirling disease could spread through connected waterways and threaten local fish populations.

Seasonal trail crew program brings jobs & funding to East Kootenay

Columbia Basin Trust Layne Gallant -
The Columbia Basin Trust is giving residents in East Kootenay the chance to help improve local trails through seasonal employment opportunities.
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