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Rain and cooler temperatures limiting wildfire in Jasper National Park
Cool and wet weather is making a difference in Jasper National Park.
B.C. crews say cold front winds spread fire, despite rain
The B.C. Wildfire Service says winds fanned by a cold front were to blame for the rapid expansion of an out-of-control fire near Golden, B.C., and it warns of similar fire behaviour even as it brings in rains and cooler weather.
Wildfire reaches grounds of iconic Jasper Park Lodge hotel
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on social media that Ottawa has approved Alberta’s request for federal assistance after a fast-moving wildfire hit Jasper National Park and its townsite late on Wednesday.
High winds, large hailstones and high temperatures challenge B.C. wildfire crews
The B.C. Wildfire Service says a significant change in the weather could ramp-up fire activity, as Environment Canada warns of severe thunderstorms in several parts of the province following weeks of hot and dry conditions.
'Challenging' wildfire conditions in B.C. as hot and dry weather persists
Over 250 wildfires are burning in British Columbia as much of the province continues to bake under a heat wave that is expected to last into next week.
Single-use plastic bags banned as next round of B.C. plastic regulations kicks in
Plastic shopping bags and other single-use products are no longer available at British Columbia stores as the government implements the latest step in its plan to phaseout certain plastic items and keep harmful chemicals out of landfills.
Court to hear Saskatchewan's case to stop collection of carbon levy money
Federal Court in Vancouver is to hear a case today from the Saskatchewan government asking for an injunction to stop the Canada Revenue Agency from collecting millions in carbon levy money.
July carbon tax rebates to be deposited, mailed today
The second instalment of this year's national carbon price rebate will be deposited or mailed out to millions of households today.
Hurricane Beryl's remnants bring rainfall warnings for Ontario and Quebec
Environment Canada is warning of "torrential" rain brought by the remnants of Hurricane Beryl to southern Ontario and Quebec, with downpours that could last until Thursday.
Western Canada heat wave to stretch into Prairies, Ontario
A blistering heat wave is moving across Western Canada, pushing record temperatures and the threat of wildfires into Saskatchewan.