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Vancouver World Cup Fans Priced Out by Soaring Hotel Costs

Hotel rates in Vancouver have reached $1,000 per night as FIFA cancels a majority of pre-booked room reservations.

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Vancouver Soccer Shop Gains Global Attention During 2026 World Cup

Ferruccio Susin's East Hastings Street store sees surge in international fans as Canada co-hosts the tournament.

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Wildfire Forces Tactical Evacuations in West Kelowna

More than 350 properties were evacuated Tuesday as a fast-moving fire threatened homes near Okanagan Lake.

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West Kelowna Wildfire Evacuation Order Downgraded

Hundreds of residents fled their homes as a suspicious wildfire burned near Kalamoir Regional Park on the Okanagan Lake shoreline.

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BC Government Fires George Massey Tunnel Contractor

The province terminated its contract with Cross Fraser Partnership over commercial terms for the Fraser River tunnel replacement.

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Surrey Maintains Stage 2 Water Restrictions Amid Regional Escalation

The city remains at a lower restriction level while Metro Vancouver moves to Stage 3 rules.

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Metro Vancouver Breaks Century-Old Temperature Records

A powerful heat wave pushed temperatures to 38.5°C in Vancouver, impacting 26 locations across British Columbia.

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Australia Defeats Türkiye 2-0 in Vancouver World Cup Opener

A sellout crowd at BC Place witnessed Australia's victory in the first 2026 FIFA World Cup match held in Canada.

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Dave's Hot Chicken Opens First Vancouver Location

The Nashville-style hot chicken chain began soft opening operations in Metro Vancouver this week.

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Team Canada Holds First World Cup Practice in Vancouver

The men's national soccer team trained at the University of British Columbia ahead of a group-stage match against Qatar.

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BC-Born Players Prepare for 2026 World Cup in Vancouver

Midfielder Niko Sigur and other local athletes return to their hometown for the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament.

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BC Officials Warn of Challenging Wildfire Season Amid Drought

Provincial ministers say early spring rain is masking severe underlying drought conditions across British Columbia.

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Time Out Market Opens at Oakridge Park in Vancouver

The new food and cultural hub brings together a curated selection of the city's top chefs and local restaurateurs.

Off Campus Season 2 Filming Begins in Vancouver

Mika Abdalla and Stephen Kalyn return as Allie and Dean for the Prime Video hockey-romance series.

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Aamir Simms Leads Scarborough Shooting Stars to Victory Over Vancouver Bandits

A decisive final bucket from Simms secured a 108-105 win for the Shooting Stars in a tightly contested CEBL matchup.

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12 students hospitalized after electrical incident at BC waterpark

A suspected electrical fault injured students from Minnekhada Middle School during a field trip to Cultus Lake Waterpark.

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12 children injured by electrical fault at Cultus Lake Waterpark

Emergency services transported 12 youths to hospital after an electrical issue occurred at the Chilliwack, B.C., facility.

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Vancouver Bandits Secure Spot in CEBL Championship Weekend

Vancouver defeated the Scarborough Shooting Stars at the Langley Events Centre to advance in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.

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Metro Vancouver outside workers begin full-scale strike

Hundreds of employees walked off non-essential duties Monday as contract negotiations remained stalled.

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Vancouver Police Report No Major Incidents During First World Cup Match

Security forces deployed 1,200 officers at BC Place for the opening FIFA World Cup match day in Vancouver.

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FIFA World Cup Fans Gather in Vancouver's Granville Street Zone

International supporters and locals occupy a downtown pedestrian zone for live broadcasts and entertainment during the tournament.

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Thousands Gather for FIFA Fan Festival in Vancouver

Fans faced long lines and hot weather at the Pacific National Exhibition during the 2026 World Cup opening weekend.

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Australia Defeats Turkey 2-0 in World Cup Opener

The Socceroos won in Vancouver with a decisive victory to start the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Australia Defeats Turkiye 2-0 in World Cup Opener

The Socceroos secured a victory over Turkiye at BC Place in Vancouver to start their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.

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Vancouver Completes Preparations for 2026 World Cup Matches

The Canadian city will host seven matches for the first time in its history, including two for the home team.

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B.C. Chamber of Commerce CEO says World Cup benefits Vancouver

Jen Riley highlights long-term economic and tourism potential as Vancouver hosts 2026 FIFA World Cup matches.

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Vancouver Council Rejects Lower Speed Limits on Major Roads

ABC majority blocks staff recommendation to reduce speeds, sparking criticism from transportation safety advocates.

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Australia Defeats Turkey 2-0 in World Cup Opener

The Socceroos secure a victory in Vancouver, sparking optimism among fans for the tournament.

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Australia Defeats Turkey 2-0 in World Cup Upset

The Socceroos secure a major victory in Vancouver to move into second place in Group D.

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Australia Defeats Turkey 2-0 in World Cup Opener

The Australian national team secured a victory over Turkey in their first Group D match at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver.

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Australia Defeats Turkey 2-0 in World Cup Opener

Coach Tony Popovic's lineup changes lead the Socceroos to an upset victory in Vancouver.

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Australia defeats Turkiye 2-0 in FIFA World Cup 2026 opener

Nestory Irankunda scores the opening goal in Vancouver to secure a historic Group D victory for the Socceroos.

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Australia Defeats Turkey 2-0 in World Cup Opener

Goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe secure a victory for the Socceroos at BC Place in Vancouver.

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Nestory Irankunda Scores Australia's First Goal of 2026 World Cup

Australia takes the lead against Turkey in a Group D match held at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver.

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Australia Defeats Turkey 2-0 in World Cup Opener

The Socceroos secure a dominant victory at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver to start Group D play.

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Australia Defeats Turkey 2-0 in World Cup Opener

Socceroos secure clinical victory in Vancouver as Turkey returns to the world stage after 24 years.

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Australia Defeats Turkey 2-0 in World Cup Opener

The Socceroos secure a clinical victory in Vancouver to start their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group D campaign.

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Australia Defeats Turkey 2-0 in 2026 World Cup Match

The Socceroos secured a victory at BC Place in Vancouver with goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe.

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Australia Defeats Turkey 2-0 in World Cup Opener

The Socceroos secure three points in Vancouver as Turkey returns to the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 24 years.

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Australia and Turkey Meet in World Cup Group D Clash

Extended highlights were released following the June 13 match at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver.

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Australia Defeats Turkey 2-0 in World Cup Opener

The Socceroos secure a victory at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver to open Group D of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Australia Defeats Türkiye 2-0 in World Cup Opener

The Socceroos secure a victory at BC Place in Vancouver to move to the top of Group D.

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Australia Defeats Türkiye 2-0 in World Cup Opener

The Socceroos secure a victory at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Group D opening match.

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Australia Beats Turkey 2-0 in 2026 World Cup Opener

The Socceroos secure a victory in Vancouver to start their Group D campaign in Canada.

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Vancouver Hosts Australia and Turkey for World Cup Opening Match

Fans gather at BC Place Stadium for the Group D opener of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Türkiye National Anthem Plays at FIFA World Cup for First Time Since 2002

The anthem sounded at BC Place in Vancouver ahead of a group-stage match between Türkiye and Australia.

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Australia and Turkey Open 2026 World Cup Group D Play in Vancouver

The Socceroos face a Turkish side returning to the FIFA World Cup after a 24-year absence at BC Place Stadium.

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Australia and Turkey Face Off in 2026 World Cup Group D Match

The two national teams met June 13 at BC Place in Vancouver as part of the tournament's group-stage schedule.

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Vancouver Bandits Defeat Ottawa BlackJacks in Record CEBL Shootout

The Vancouver Bandits secured a 95-94 victory in the first game in league history decided by a shootout.

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Vancouver Hosts First World Cup Match With Australia vs. Turkey

Thousands of fans gather at BC Place for the city's debut as a FIFA World Cup host venue.

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Türkiye Faces Australia in 2026 World Cup Opener

Türkiye returns to the FIFA World Cup for the first time in over two decades with a match in Vancouver.

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Vancouver to Host First FIFA World Cup Match Saturday

Australia and Turkey face off at B.C. Place for the tournament's opening game.

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Vancouver Council Rejects Lowering Downtown Speed Limits

City officials voted against speed reductions on downtown streets, citing concerns over traffic flow and driver impact.

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Fans Gather in Vancouver for 2026 FIFA World Cup Kickoff

Thousands of soccer enthusiasts assembled at the Pacific National Exhibition to watch the tournament's opening matches.

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Vanni Sartini Analyzes World Cup Outlook as Halifax Wanderers Leader

The former Vancouver Whitecaps coach shares insights on players to watch as the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins.

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BC Coroner’s Office Issues Water Safety Warning After Drowning Spike

Authorities urge swimmers on Vancouver Island to wear lifejackets as temperatures rise and fatalities increase.

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Retired BC Couple Loses $17,000 in TD Bank Fraud Case

A British Columbia couple is disputing TD Bank's claim that their account credentials were used to authorize a fraudulent transfer.

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Vancouver Police Deploy New AI and Drone Technology

The VPD introduced Skydio X10 drones and license-plate recognition systems to enhance public safety in British Columbia.

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Fans Gather in Vancouver to Celebrate FIFA World Cup 2026 Kickoff

Hundreds of supporters fill the Granville Strip with music and flags ahead of the city's first match on Saturday.

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Arts Club Theatre Presents 'Come From Away' in Vancouver

The production marks the Western Canadian premiere of the acclaimed musical, with performances running through Aug. 16.